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Trust

Moments of emphasis shift

Years when this word’s usage moved sharply against the decade around it.

  • 1858
    ▲  Sharper emphasis328 per million words
  • 1876
    ▲  Sharper emphasis286 per million words
  • 1897
    ▲  Sharper emphasis430 per million words
  • 1946
    ▼  Softer emphasis113 per million words
  • 1978
    ▲  Sharper emphasis333 per million words
  • 2010
    ▲  Sharper emphasis604 per million words

The Spoken Word

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

  1. 1881·Charles W. Penrose·Apostle
    Having been called upon this afternoon to address this congregation, I rise before you trusting that the Holy Spirit, which makes plain to the human mind the things of God, may rest upon me and upon you; that I may be inspired by that Spirit to say something which will be of profit to those who hear, and that those who listen to what I may say may be able to understand in the same light and under the same influence as that by which the words are spoken.
    The Inspiration of the Lord’s Servants—Revelation—The Resurrection, etc. — jod
  2. 1977·Marion G. Romney·Apostle
    “Put your trust in that Spirit which leadeth to do good—yea to do justly, to walk humbly, to judge righteously; and this is my Spirit …
    Trust in the Lord — cojc
  3. 1985·L. Tom Perry·Apostle
    Terry, this story of Daniel teaches us of the great blessings in store for those who place their trust in the Lord, even the protection of life itself.
    “I Confer the Priesthood of Aaron” — cojc
  4. 1989·Russell M. Nelson·Apostle
    Opportunities for development of spiritual and intellectual potential are equal. Masculinity has no monopoly on the mind, and femininity has no exclusive dominion over the heart. The highest titles of human achievement—teacher, educated professional, loyal employee, faithful friend, student of the scriptures, child of God, disciple of Christ, trusted companion, loving parent—are earned under a uniform requirement of worthiness.
    Woman—Of Infinite Worth — cojc
  5. 1994·Gordon B. Hinckley·Apostle
    Let not any voices of discontent disturb you. Let not the critics worry you. As Alma declared long ago, “Trust no one to be your teacher nor your minister, except he be a man of God, walking in his ways and keeping his commandments” ( Mosiah 23:14 ).
    God Is at the Helm — cojc
  6. 2008·Henry B. Eyring·Apostle
    The promise which President Monson remembered and quoted was fulfilled for me. Confidence replaced doubt, the Spirit came, medical helpers were inspired, my life was preserved, and I was borne up. Because of that blessing by President Monson, it will always be easy for me to remember the Savior and trust His promise that He goes before and beside us in His service.
    O Ye That Embark — cojc

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