TrendZion

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

1. 1915·John A. Widtsoe·Apostle
   Is the increasing power of man a sufficient reward for the effort and struggle that must accompany progression? This is a question that comes to every student of the Gospel. Power in itself may not be the ideal end, of existence. It becomes nec- essary, therefore, to determine if there is associated with power, gifts that make worth while the eternal searching out of knowledge in order that greater power may be won.
   Rational Theology — apostle_bookcopy citation
2. 1978·N. Eldon Tanner·Apostle
   My dear brothers and sisters, I have enjoyed this meeting very much. The Spirit of the Lord has been with us today. I want President Kimball to know he has strengthened my testimony and resolve to further intensify my works and my efforts in building the kingdom of God.
   We Are His Stewards — cojccopy citation
3. 1983·Jeffrey R. Holland·Apostle
   A short time later, driving down that desert road in my dream, I suddenly realized in one stark, horrifying moment what I had done. I slammed my car to a stop, threw open the door, and started to run as fast as I could. I left car, keys, belongings, and all—and I ran. The pavement was so hot it burned my feet, and tears blinded my straining effort to see this child somewhere on the horizon. I kept running, praying, pleading to be forgiven and to find my boy safe and secure.
   Within the Clasp of Your Arms — cojccopy citation
4. 1987·Gordon B. Hinckley·Apostle
   Each of us, with discipline and effort, has the capacity to control his thoughts and his actions. This is part of the process of developing spiritual, physical, and emotional maturity.
   Reverence and Morality — cojccopy citation
5. 1994·Howard W. Hunter·Prophet
   All of our efforts in proclaiming the gospel, perfecting the Saints, and redeeming the dead lead to the holy temple. This is because the temple ordinances are absolutely crucial; we cannot return to God’s presence without them. I encourage everyone to worthily attend the temple or to work toward the day when you can enter that holy house to receive your ordinances and covenants.
   Follow the Son of God — cojccopy citation
6. 2001·James E. Faust·Apostle
   No other organization on the earth is doing more to fulfill Malachi’s promise than the Church. At great expense and effort the Church is now the custodian of the greatest treasure of family records in the world. The Church now has 660 million names on the FamilySearch™ Internet Web site. These records are freely shared with anyone who wishes to research them.
   Born Again — cojccopy citation