TrendZion

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

1. 1971·Marvin J. Ashton·Apostle
   The Church recognizes and supports the efforts of reputable people and organizations who are attempting to combat and treat drug problems. Bishops and other priesthood leaders should help drug users find resources of cure and rehabilitation.
   Love of the Right — cojccopy citation
2. 1974·N. Eldon Tanner·Apostle
   Although warned of the dangers which lay ahead, he continued in the forbidden paths, experimenting with alcohol, drugs, and the gay life. Eventually he left his home and family, traveled across the country, took up residence in a community comprised of nomads, or wanderers, we might say. They were accountable to no one; they were free to come and go as they pleased; they had no responsibilities and seemingly were leading the kind of carefree lives that they thought they wanted.
   Why Is My Boy Wandering Tonight? — cojccopy citation
3. 1975·N. Eldon Tanner·Apostle
   How important it is that every priesthood holder keep the Word of Wisdom strictly; that he never tamper with tobacco, tea, coffee, alcoholic beverages, or drugs; that he keep the Sabbath day holy; that he is honest and honorable and upright in his dealings; that he discipline himself in every way to be sure that he is worthy and acceptable to the Lord.
   Success Is Gauged by Self-Mastery — cojccopy citation
4. 1983·Ezra Taft Benson·Apostle
   The Lord foresaw the situation of today when motives for money would cause men to conspire to entice others to take noxious substances into their bodies. Advertisements which promote beer, wine, liquors, coffee, tobacco, and other harmful substances are examples of what the Lord foresaw. But the most pernicious example of an evil conspiracy in our time is those who induce young people into the use of drugs.
   A Principle with a Promise — cojccopy citation
5. 1988·Neal A. Maxwell·Apostle
   Our time already reflects yet another prophecy: “Distress of nations, with perplexity” ( Luke 21:25 ). Before modern times, global perplexity simply was not possible. Now there is a quick transmission of some crises and problems from one nation to others—the consequences of debt-ridden economies, the spreading of diseases, the abuse of narcotics, and, perhaps most of all, a shared sense of near-helplessness in the face of such perplexities. Today, the assembled agonies of the world pass in reminding review on the nightly news.
   “For I Will Lead You Along” — cojccopy citation
6. 1990·Boyd K. Packer·Apostle
   There are support groups of many kinds which seek to fortify those struggling to withdraw from drug addiction or to master other temptations. On the other hand, there are organizations which do just the opposite. They justify immoral conduct and bind the chains of addiction or perversion ever tighter. Do not affiliate with such an organization. If you have already, withdraw from it.
   Covenants — cojccopy citation