Courage, not compromise, brings the smile of God's approval. Thomas S. Monson More Quotes by Thomas S. Monson More Quotes From Thomas S. Monson Spiritual strength frequently comes through selfless service. Thomas S. Monson selfless-service selfless spiritual The courage to say no, the courage to say yes. Decisions do determine Destiny. Thomas S. Monson destiny determine decision I have found that, rather than dwelling on the negative, if we will take a step back and consider the blessings in our lives, including seemingly small, sometimes overlooked blessings, we can find greater happiness. Thomas S. Monson dwelling blessing negative Perhaps there has never been a time when we had greater need to pray and to teach our family members to pray. Prayer is a defense against temptation. It is through earnest and heartfelt prayer that we can receive the needed blessings and the support required to make our way in this sometimes difficult and challenging journey we call mortality. Thomas S. Monson journey prayer blessing In reality, we are all travelers - even explorers of mortality. Thomas S. Monson mortality traveler reality Those who understand the eternal blessings which come from the temple know that no sacrifice is too great, no price too heavy, no struggle too difficult in order to receive those blessings. Thomas S. Monson sacrifice struggle blessing Avoid any semblance of pornography. It is dangerous and addictive. If you continue to view pornography, your spirit will become desensitized and your conscience will erode. Thomas S. Monson erode spirit views Missionary service is a priesthood duty. Thomas S. Monson priesthood duty missionary Not a day has gone by that I have not communicated with my Father in Heaven through prayer. It is a relationship I cherish-one I would literally be lost without. If you do not now have such a relationship with your Father in Heaven, I urge you to work toward that goal. As you do so, you will be entitled to His inspiration and guidance in your life. Thomas S. Monson inspiration prayer father In short, if you have any question about whether a particular movie, book, or other form of entertainment is appropriate, don’t see it, don’t read it, don’t participate. Thomas S. Monson entertainment form book One sees a blatant disregard for the precious souls of mankind. Thomas S. Monson disregard mankind soul Love thy neighbor is more than a divine truth. It is a pattern for perfection. Thomas S. Monson patterns neighbor perfection You may sometimes be tempted to say, ‘Will my influence make any difference? I am just one. Will my service affect the work that dramatically?’ I testify to you that it will. You will never be able to measure your influence for good. Thomas S. Monson differences able may There are rules and laws to help ensure our physical safety. Likewise, the Lord has provided guidelines and commandments to help ensure our spiritual safety so that we might successfully navigate this often-treachero us mortal existence and return eventually to our Heavenly Father. Thomas S. Monson spiritual law father Needed are...[souls] filled with compassion, that we might communicate not only eye to eye, or voice to ear, but in the majestic style of the Savior, even heart to heart. Thomas S. Monson eye compassion heart Each of us can do something to help someone. Thomas S. Monson can-do-something can-do helping With all the strength of my soul, I testify that God lives, that His Thomas S. Monson morning son jesus I testify to you today that turning away from God brings broken covenants, shattered dreams, and crushed hopes. Such a quagmire of quicksand I plead with you to avoid. You are of a noble birthright. Eternal life in the kingdom of our Father is your goal. Thomas S. Monson broken dream father It is impossible to stand upright when one plants his roots in the shifting sands of popular opinion and approval. Thomas S. Monson shifting approval roots No problem is too small for His attention nor so large that He cannot answer the prayer of faith. Prayer surely is the passport to spiritual power. Thomas S. Monson prayer spiritual attention
