TrendZion

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

1. 1853·Brigham Young·Prophet
   Let us now read a chapter on the other side of the page, and we find the hearts of men and women, by crossing the ocean, by travelling a few weeks or months by water and land, appear to become partially closed up, and they lose sight of the object of their pursuit. It seems as though the hardships they pass through, in coming to this land, banish nearly every particle of the light of Christ out of their minds.
   Gathering the Poor—The Perpetual Emigrating Fund—In Gratitude — jodcopy citation
2. 1873·George Q. Cannon·Apostle
   These are the calamities which God sent upon Israel with the intention to have them return to him; but notwithstanding they were poured out and pestilence visited the land, the people hardened their hearts against him, broke his laws and violated his ordinances, and his anger was enkindled against them, and they were driven out from the face of the land.
   Tithing — jodcopy citation
3. 1976·N. Eldon Tanner·Apostle
   That we may all be engaged in works of righteousness, and with love in our hearts and a testimony of the truth on our lips, heed the warning voice of our prophet, and in turn warn our neighbors, I humbly pray in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
   The Purpose of Conferences — cojccopy citation
4. 1986·Ezra Taft Benson·Prophet
   I have been especially pleased to see the number of young men in attendance this evening. With all my heart I love the youth of the Church. I have spent much of my life in their service, and their well-being and happiness are among my greatest concerns.
   To the “Youth of the Noble Birthright” — cojccopy citation
5. 1992·Russell M. Nelson·Apostle
   Eternal perspective provides peace “which passeth all understanding” ( Philip. 4:7 ). In speaking at a funeral of a loved one, the Prophet Joseph Smith offered this admonition: “When we lose a near and dear friend, upon whom we have set our hearts, it should be a caution unto us. … Our affections should be placed upon God and His work, more intensely than upon our fellow beings” ( Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, sel. Joseph Fielding Smith [Salt Lake City: Deseret Book Co., 1938], p. 216).
   Doors of Death — cojccopy citation
6. 1999·Robert D. Hales·Apostle
   At a time of great spiritual searching, Enos said, “The words which I had often heard my father speak concerning eternal life … sunk deep into my heart” ( Enos 1:3 ).
   Strengthening Families: Our Sacred Duty — cojccopy citation