There should be nothing casual, nonchalant, or indifferent about holding priesthood. Once accepted, it should not be ignored, neglected, or cast aside. It is a mantle of honor and power.

There is an urgency for you to fulfill your duty to God. I am confident that you will.

Despite all of the negative challenges we have in life, we must take time to actively exercise our faith.

I plead with you today to counter the lure of the world by making time for the Lord in your life—each and every day.

Fundamentals of daily living—scripture reading, prayer, family home evening, the conversation at dinner—these provide the experiences that make faith a reality.

A feeling of responsibility for others is at the heart of faithful priesthood service.

Following the Lord’s pattern to hear and give heed to divine truth will help you build a personal spiritual foundation and determine what you will become.

In a society where marriage is often shunned, parenthood avoided, and families degraded, we have the responsibility to honor our marriages, nurture our children, and fortify our families.

This article consists of a careful study of the religious beliefs and practices of the Quiché Maya, indicating that their roots may be found in the Book of Mormon narrative. The author discusses marriage customs of the Quiché Maya.

The promises of the Lord are extended to all those who follow the pattern of life that builds happy, holy marriage relationships.

We need to embrace, study, and appreciate the revealed truths that are ours. We need to declare the gospel generously and kindly to all of our Father’s children.

God be thanked for His marvelous bestowal of testimony, authority, and doctrine associated with this, the restored Church of Jesus Christ.

This article states that faithful men and women all over the world bear witness of the authenticity of the Book of Mormon. The message can be spread throughout the world through Church members. Two stories, one of a Methodist minister and another of a young Baptist, reveal the value of this concept

This article states that the Book of Mormon fulfills prophecies of Isaiah. The phrase “marvelous work and a wonder” (used by both Isaiah and Nephi) has a three-fold meaning: the true gospel of Jesus Christ would be restored, the covenants the Lord made with the children of Israel would be fulfilled, and the records of the ancient American people would be given to all of the world.

Sister Stephens testifies of the Savior’s power to heal us from our sins, from the unrighteous actions of others, and from difficulties of mortality.

The difference between happiness and misery … often comes down to an error of only a few degrees.

The Lord is watching over His kingdom. He is inspiring its leadership to care for its ever-growing membership.

My earnest prayer is that you will have the courage required to refrain from judging others, the courage to be chaste and virtuous, and the courage to stand firm for truth and righteousness.

Victor L. Brown - Acknowledging the fact that this mortal body is the tabernacle of the spirit and that the spirit was fathered by our Father in heaven, it behooves us to show respect for our bodies.

Meekness is a defining attribute of the Redeemer and is distinguished by righteous responsiveness, willing submissiveness, and strong self-restraint.

The choices you make—mission, education, marriage, career, and service in the Church—will shape your eternal destiny.

In the Church the authority of the priesthood is exercised under the direction of a priesthood leader who holds the keys of that priesthood.

When our hearts are filled with the love of God, we become “kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving.”

A. Theodore Tuttle - The personal appearance of both the Father and the Son, clarified once and for all the fact of their existence. The fact that they lived. The fact that they are separate, distinct beings. And the fact that they love us.

The message of the Restoration is [an] invitation to know why the gospel of Jesus Christ and His true Church have been restored by a prophet in modern times.

We declare to the world that the fulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ has been restored to the earth.

I hope each one of you becomes a man of God. You will become a man of God through righteous works.

Through the incessant din and drumbeat of our day, may we strive to see Christ at the center of our lives, of our faith, and of our service.

Elder Gavarret teaches how to obtain, recognize, and maintain a change of heart.

May we gain knowledge through study. May we make home a heaven. May we find joy in service.

Gaps can be reminders of ways in which we can improve or, if ignored, can be stumbling blocks in our lives.

We will implement a newer, holier approach to caring for and ministering to others.

Let us reach out and care as our Savior would, especially to those whom we are privileged by love and assignment to minister.

May we show our gratitude and love for God by ministering with love to our eternal sisters and brothers.

We will minister in His name, with His power and authority, and with His loving kindness.

God never leaves us alone, never leaves us unaided in the challenges that we face.

I testify of the tranquility to the soul that reconciliation with God and each other will bring if we are meek and courageous enough to pursue it.

Faith is the basis of testimony. Faith underlies loyalty to the Church. Faith represents sacrifice, gladly given in moving forward the work of the Lord.

There is no sin or transgression, pain or sorrow, which is outside of the healing power of His Atonement.

We are true and full believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and in His revealed word through the Holy Bible.

I am thankful that missionaries are called by the Lord, that they respond to that call, and that they are serving throughout the world.

The excitement and thrill of being a full-time missionary is one of the greatest blessings a young man of the Aaronic Priesthood can aspire to.

President Ballard teaches about the blessings of missionary service and encourages young people to prepare and serve full-time missions.

Wherever you are on this earth, there are plenty of opportunities to share the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

All of us living in the world today need points of reference—even models to follow.

Joseph Smith’s contributions to the scriptural canon include the Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants. Both are added witnesses of Jesus Christ and clarify the teachings and doctrines of Jesus Christ, including the conditions for eternal life or exaltation.

I am a devout Christian who is exceedingly fortunate to have greater knowledge of the true “doctrine of Christ” since my conversion to the restored Church.

Moral discipline is the consistent exercise of agency to choose the right because it is right, even when it is hard.

Your intuition is to do good and to be good, and as you follow the Holy Spirit, your moral authority and influence will grow.

We can become more diligent and concerned at home as we are more faithful in learning, living, and loving the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.

It is important for families and individuals to aggressively seek more of the virtues which go beyond this mortal life.

Jesus Christ is not only our hero; He is our Lord and King, the Savior and Redeemer of mankind.

Trials are not just to test us. They are vitally important to the process of putting on the divine nature.

The name Mormon is an honorable name, borne by one who was a great prophet on the American continent. Joseph Smith said that the name meant “more good” (TJS, pp. 299-300). The book that Mormon prepared bears his name—the Book of Mormon. It has touched the lives of thousands for good, for it witnesses of the Savior and Redeemer of the world, Jesus Christ.

By developing a mother heart, each girl and woman prepares for her divine, eternal mission of motherhood.

Perhaps the reason we respond so universally to our mothers’ love is because it typifies the love of our Savior.

In these last days it is essential—even critical—that parents and children listen to and learn from one another.

I believe it is by divine design that the role of motherhood emphasizes the nurturing and teaching of the next generation.

There is eternal influence and power in motherhood.

If we have faith in Jesus Christ, the hardest as well as the easiest times in life can be a blessing.

The priesthood, through the workings of the Spirit, moves individuals closer to God through ordination, ordinances, and refinement of individual natures.

I am certain our Heavenly Father was mindful of her needs and wanted her to hear the comforting truths of the gospel.

The music of the gospel is the joyful spiritual feeling that comes from the Holy Ghost. It brings a change of heart.

John H. Vandenberg - Since God has been so good to us, he has asked us to be good to our brethren who may not be so fortunate as we.

This article states that acceptance of the Book of Mormon requires acceptance of modern revelation and Joseph Smith as a prophet of God. The Church received its name from Jesus Christ, as he said in 3 Nephi 27 and D&C 115:3-4.

As you continue to attentively catch hold of the thought of Jesus Christ, I promise you not only heavenly guidance but heavenly power.

The Lord promised peace to His disciples as He was about to leave them. He has made the same promise to us.

If you have not already developed the habit of daily scripture study, start now and keep studying.

There is absolutely nothing more important we can do for our families than to strengthen them in the scriptures.

Delight in the things of the Lord … will “lift” our hearts and give us cause to “rejoice.”

Of all the things for which I feel grateful … , one stands out preeminently. That is a living testimony of Jesus Christ.

We invite all to inquire into the wonder of what God has said since biblical times and is saying even now.