TrendZion

Passages drawn from the sermons and published works that carry this theme forward.

1. 1855·Parley P. Pratt·Apostle
   And Jesus called to those Nephites, when he descended, and they fell at his feet, as many as could get near him, and they bathed his feet in their tears, and they examined his wounds, and heard the gracious words of his mouth, and they saw him ascend, and descend again, and they felt so large in their charity and affections, and the light of truth was so large and extended in its benefits, and benevolence; and the testimony so strong, that they feasted upon the blessings that were bestowed, and he then commanded them to write his sayings, and an account of the miracles he wrought among them.
   The First Principles of the Gospel — jodcopy citation
2. 1870·George A. Smith·Apostle
   During all these trials President Young was firm and decided; he put on a smile when among the people, and said this was the place God had pointed out for the gathering place of the Saints, and it would be blessed and become one of the most productive places in the world. In this way he encouraged the people, and he was sustained by men who felt that God had inspired him to lead us here.
   Historical Address — jodcopy citation
3. 1973·N. Eldon Tanner·Apostle
   His father went upstairs and changed his clothes. As he was coming down, his wife said, “Surely you are not going out tonight.” He said, “I am going to give someone a blessing.” And then he said, “Joe has asked for a special blessing, and I wanted to be dressed and ready to honor the priesthood and to show Joe the interest I have in him, and to make it possible for him to enjoy the blessings through the faith he has in me and the priesthood.”
   Priesthood Responsibilities — cojccopy citation
4. 1984·L. Tom Perry·Apostle
   Then Adam and Eve perpetuated this teaching by making all things known unto their sons and their daughters. Our prophets through the ages have instructed us as to the blessings that come by obedience to the will of the Lord.
   “And Why Call Ye Me, Lord, Lord, and Do Not the Things Which I Say?” — cojccopy citation
5. 1989·Thomas S. Monson·Apostle
   Once more a gentle but unseen hand had opened a window to the soul, that precious lives might receive blessings heaven-sent.
   Windows — cojccopy citation
6. 1995·James E. Faust·Apostle
   This great magnifying effect can be compared to a profound blessing that came to Jacob, who wrestled most of the night for a blessing:
   Priesthood Blessings — cojccopy citation