TrendZion

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

1. 1855·Parley P. Pratt·Apostle
   The cry will no longer go forth, "They will not repent and be converted, that I may heal them;" for the Lord God, the blessed Savior, who is full of virtue, power, and love, and healing, with his Priesthood will bless them, and they will find comfort, for he will heal them.
   The First Principles of the Gospel — jodcopy citation
2. 1859·Amasa Lyman·Apostle
   If you neglect the cultivation of these virtues, their opposite will prevail and exert a deleterious influence over the minds and actions of men and women, which are made evident in their lives.
   The Gospel—Tithing—Religion in the Home Circle — jodcopy citation
3. 1921·Orson F. Whitney·Apostle
   Then to side with Truth is noble, When we share her wretched crust, Ere her cause bring fame and profit, And 'tis prosperous to be just. Then it is the brave man chooses, While the coward stands aside, Doubting in his abject spirit Till his Lord is crucified, And the multitude make virtue Of the faith they had denied.
   Saturday Night Thoughts — apostle_bookcopy citation
4. 1979·Ezra Taft Benson·Apostle
   I have known good men, decent men, both in and out of the Church who, because of some bad habit, prevented greater happiness and progress from occurring in their lives. One of these good men who saw the great merits of the Church, though he never joined, said to me on one occasion, with cigar in hand, “Ezra, what is your redeeming vice?” It was the first time I had ever heard such an expression. Brothers and sisters, from the Lord’s view, there are no redeeming vices—only redeeming virtues!
   This Is a Day of Sacrifice — cojccopy citation
5. 1982·Gordon B. Hinckley·Apostle
   We thank you for your demonstrated faith and devotion, for the immeasurable service you give in behalf of others, for the virtue of your lives, for the goodness of your families, and for your personal integrity. Of course, there are some who do not measure up, but even with many of them, there is a desire and an effort. May the blessings of the Lord be with all of you who strive to walk according to his teachings.
   What This Work Is All About — cojccopy citation
6. 1990·Thomas S. Monson·Apostle
   Our Heavenly Father has counseled us to seek after “anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy” ( A of F 1:13 ). Whatever you read, listen to, or watch makes an impression on you.
   That We May Touch Heaven — cojccopy citation