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 The Lord does not want us to "miss supper." In fact, He has a great feast prepared for those who return clean and pure through the door. M. Russell Ballard missing doe doors Small events and choices determine the direction of our lives just as small helms determine the directions of great ships. M. Russell Ballard ships events choices But one thing is certain: the commandments have not changed. Let there be no mistake about that. Right is still right. Wrong is still wrong, no matter how cleverly cloaked in respectability or political correctness. We believe in chastity before marriage and fidelity ever after. That standard is an absolute standard of truth. It is neither subject to public opinion polls nor dependent upon situation or circumstance. There is no need to debate it or other gospel standards. M. Russell Ballard political mistake believe Procreative power & priesthood power are shared by husband & wife M. Russell Ballard husband-wife wife husband Our most basic institution of family desperately needs help and support from the extended family and the public institutions that surround us. Brothers and sisters, aunts and uncles, grandparents and cousins can make a powerful difference in the lives of children. Remember that the expression of love and encouragement from an extended family member will often provide the right influence and help a child at a critical time. M. Russell Ballard cousin encouragement brother What we need now is the greatest generation of young adults in the history of the Church. We need your whole heart and soul. In other words, it's time to raise the bar not only for missionaries but also for returned missionaries and for your entire generation. M. Russell Ballard church soul heart We have taken a giant step forward in correcting some of the misconceptions people have about the church. I think that we've made a lot of friends. M. Russell Ballard step friends church people
