It is a shortsighted priesthood leader who doesn't see the value in calling upon the sisters to share the understanding and inspiration they possess. M. Russell Ballard More Quotes by M. Russell Ballard More Quotes From M. Russell Ballard Those who yearn for true spiritual light and knowledge can only find it through the power of the Holy Ghost. The Spirit enlightens and gives understanding of the eternal purpose of life. By the Spirit, Church members know the restored gospel of Jesus Christ is true. M. Russell Ballard light spiritual jesus Clear declaration of truth makes a difference in people's lives. That is what changes hearts. That is what the Holy Ghost can confirm in the hearts of God's children. M. Russell Ballard differences heart children Simply stated, testimony-real testimony, born of the Spirit and confirmed by the Holy Ghost-changes lives. It changes how you think and what you do. It changes what you say. It affects every priority you set and every choice you make. M. Russell Ballard life-changing real thinking The answer is, of course, to simplify, to prioritize, and in some cases, to use a well-known phrase, "Just say no!" But actually doing it may prove to be one of the real challenges in our complicated, overheated lives. M. Russell Ballard balance real challenges We should seek at all times to purify ourselves and to lead such worthy lives that the Light of Christ emanates from us in all that we say and do. M. Russell Ballard light should christ The love for work needs to be re-enthroned in our lives. Every family should have a plan for work that touches the life of each family member so that this eternal principle will be ingrained in their lives. M. Russell Ballard principles should-have work No matter how difficult the trial... we can take comfort in knowing that others before us have borne life's most grievous trials and tragedies by looking to heaven. M. Russell Ballard knowing spiritual inspirational Quite simply, our one hope for spiritual safety during these turbulent times is to turn our minds and our hearts to Jesus Christ. M. Russell Ballard spiritual inspirational jesus Make the decision to do what Jesus Christ has asked you to do. M. Russell Ballard spiritual inspirational jesus To innovate does not necessarily mean to expand; very often it means to simplify. M. Russell Ballard simplify doe mean There are conversations going on about the Church constantly. Those conversations will continue whether or not we choose to participate in them. But we cannot stand on the sidelines while others, including our critics, attempt to define what our Church teaches... We are living in a world saturated with all kinds of voices. Perhaps now, more than ever, we have a major responsibility as Latter-day Saints to define ourselves, instead of letting others define us. M. Russell Ballard lds voice responsibility When you understand the Atonement, then you understand the joy of being rescued. M. Russell Ballard atonement joy My dear young women, with all my heart I urge you not to look to contemporary culture for your role models and mentors. Please look to your faithful mothers for a pattern to follow. Model yourselves after them, not after celebrities whose standards are not the Lord's standards and whose values may not reflect an eternal perspective. Look to your mother. M. Russell Ballard role-models mother heart Sometimes we need a personal crisis to reinforce in our minds what we really value and cherish. The scriptures are filled with examples of people facing crises before learning how to better serve God and others. Perhaps if you, too, search your hearts and courageously assess the priorities in your life, you may discover, as I did, that you need a better balance among your priorities. M. Russell Ballard priorities heart people I believe that every human soul is teaching something to someone nearly every minute here in mortality. M. Russell Ballard teaching teacher believe Righteousness has never precluded adversity. M. Russell Ballard righteousness adversity What would be the cumulative effect of millions of small, compassionate acts performed daily by us because of our heartfelt Christian love for others? Over time this would have a transformative effect upon all of our Heavenly Father's children through the extension of His love to them through us. M. Russell Ballard christian father children It is our homes and families that need reforming in this increasingly materialistic and secular world. M. Russell Ballard home world needs Our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is the source of spiritual power that will give you and me the assurance that we have nothing to fear. M. Russell Ballard spiritual giving jesus We each shape our own life, and the shape of it is determined largely by our attitude. M. Russell Ballard shapes attitude life
