TrendZion

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

1. 1899·James E. Talmage·Apostle
   17. It was known to the apostles of old that men would seek to arrogate unto themselves the right to officiate in things divine, thus becoming servants of Satan. In ad- dressing a conference of the elders at Ephesus, Paul prophesied of these ill events, and warned the shepherds of the flock to look well to their charge.^ In an epistle to Timothy, the apostle reiterates this prophecy; encouraging
   The Articles of Faith — apostle_bookcopy citation
2. 1974·N. Eldon Tanner·Apostle
   I pray that we may all remain true to the faith, support, sustain, and follow the one who has been chosen by God as our leader. As we do this, we will be blessed and the Spirit of the Lord will linger with us and with our families as we teach and encourage them to be faithful and active. God’s work will be accomplished and his will will be done. As the Lord has said of his prophet:
   Chosen of the Lord — cojccopy citation
3. 1978·Ezra Taft Benson·Apostle
   Now, if you have not already done so, may I encourage you to organize your immediate and grandparent families and prepare your individual and family histories.
   Worthy of All Acceptation — cojccopy citation
4. 1988·L. Tom Perry·Apostle
   How our governments need standards of integrity! How our communities need yardsticks to measure decency! How our neighborhoods need models of beauty and cleanliness! How our schools need continued encouragement and assistance to maintain high educational standards! Rather than spend time complaining about the direction in which these institutions are going, we need to exert our influence in shaping the right direction. A small effort by a few can result in so much good for all of mankind.
   “In the World” — cojccopy citation
5. 1995·Thomas S. Monson·Apostle
   Brethren of the priesthood, the world is in need of your help. There are feet to steady, hands to grasp, minds to encourage, hearts to inspire, and souls to save. The harvest truly is great. Let there be no mistake about it; the missionary opportunity of a lifetime is yours. The blessings of eternity await you. Yours is the privilege to be not spectators but participants on the stage of priesthood service.
   That All May Hear — cojccopy citation
6. 2002·James E. Faust·Apostle
   No one knows more than I what strength a supportive wife can be. Since our marriage, my Ruth has sustained and encouraged me in the many callings I have had for almost 60 years. I could not have served one day without her loving support. I am most grateful to her and love her deeply.
   You Are All Heaven Sent — cojccopy citation