I extol those who, with loving care and compassionate concern, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and house the homeless. He who notes the sparrow's fall will not be unmindful of such service. Thomas S. Monson More Quotes by Thomas S. Monson More Quotes From Thomas S. Monson The world can be a challenging and difficult place in which to live. We are often surrounded by that which would drag us down. As you and I go to the holy houses of God, as we remember the covenants we make within, we will be more able to bear every trial and to overcome each temptation. In this sacred sanctuary we will find peace; we will be renewed and fortified. Thomas S. Monson temptation challenges house Miracles are everywhere to be found when the priesthood is understood, its power is honored and used properly, and faith is exerted. Thomas S. Monson used miracle found The greatest force in the world today is the power of God as it works through man. Thomas S. Monson today men world Often we live side by side but do not communicate heart to heart. Thomas S. Monson heart-to-heart sides heart We learn to pray by praying. One can devote countless hours to examining the experiences of others, but nothing penetrates the human heart as does a personal fervent prayer and its heaven sent response. Thomas S. Monson heaven-sent prayer heart Don't save something for a special occasion. Every day of your life is a special occasion. Thomas S. Monson occasions special life-is To express gratitude is gracious and honorable, to enact gratitude is generous and noble, but to live with gratitude ever in our hearts is to touch heaven. Thomas S. Monson gratitude heart heaven This is my philosophy on all life, not just when it comes to love. All the best things are terrifying, but that's why they're the best things. Nothing worth having comes easy. You have to be afraid to want it, afraid to lose it, afraid to try. If you feel that, then you know you're on to a winner. Thomas S. Monson romantic-love trying philosophy To catch the real meaning of the Spirit of Christmas, we need only drop the last syllable, and it becomes the Spirit of Christ. Thomas S. Monson lasts real needs Along your pathway of life you will observe that you are not the only traveler. There are others who need your help. There are feet to steady, hands to grasp, minds to encourage, hearts to inspire, and souls to save. Thomas S. Monson heart inspirational hands Things which provide deep and lasting happiness and gratitude are the things which money cannot buy: our families, the gospel, good friends, our health, our abilities, the love we receive from those around us. Thomas S. Monson lasting-happiness good-friend gratitude It’s not enough to wish, it’s not enough to dream, it’s not enough to promise. We must do. Thomas S. Monson wish dream promise We were not placed on this earth to walk alone. Thomas S. Monson earth spiritual inspirational Love is the catalyst that causes change. Love is the balm that brings healing to the soul. Thomas S. Monson soul healing love-is Prayer is the passport to peace. Thomas S. Monson passports prayer Life by the yard is hard; by the inch it's a cinch. Decisions Determine Destiny. Thomas S. Monson yards destiny decision As we seek Christ, as we find Him, as we follow Him, we shall have the Christmas spirit, not for one fleeting day each year, but as a companion always. Thomas S. Monson fleeting spirit years We are never alone when we stand with our Father in Heaven. Thomas S. Monson father-in-heaven heaven father True love can alter human lives and change human nature. Thomas S. Monson life-and-change human-life human-nature Ideals are like the stars - you can't touch them with your hands, but by following them you reach your destination. Thomas S. Monson destination stars hands
