Lifting where we stand is a principle of power. Most of the priesthood bearers I know understand and live by this principle. They are eager to roll up their sleeves and go to work, whatever that work might be. Dieter F. Uchtdorf More Quotes by Dieter F. Uchtdorf More Quotes From Dieter F. Uchtdorf Christ knows how to minister to others perfectly. When the Savior stretches out His hands, those He touches are uplifted and become greater, stronger, and better people as a result. If we are His hands, should we not do the same? Dieter F. Uchtdorf stronger hands people In the end, the number of prayers we say may contribute to our happiness, but the number of prayers we answer may be of even greater importance. Dieter F. Uchtdorf insperational prayer inspirational God sent you here to prepare for a future greater than anything can imagine. Dieter F. Uchtdorf greater imagine If life and its rushed pace and many stresses have made it difficult for you to feel like rejoicing, then perhaps now is a good time to refocus on what matters most. Dieter F. Uchtdorf what-matters stress pace The thing about the truth is that it exists outside of belief. Even if nobody believes it, that thing is still true. Dieter F. Uchtdorf truth-is belief believe The first step to walking in righteousness is simply to try. We must try to believe. Try to learn of God: read the scriptures; study the words of His latter-day prophets; choose to listen to the Father, and do the things He asks of us. Try and keep on trying until that which seems difficult becomes possible-and that which seems only possible becomes habit and a real part of you. Dieter F. Uchtdorf real believe father God sees you not only as a mortal being on a small planet who lives for a brief season—He sees you as His child. He sees you as the being you are capable and designed to become. He wants you to know that you matter to Him. Dieter F. Uchtdorf matter want children Happiness doesn't come from external circumstances. It comes from the inside-regardless of what is happening around us. Dieter F. Uchtdorf happenings circumstances We need to ask God for forgiveness and do all we can to correct whatever harm our actions may have caused. Repentance means a change of mind and heart—we stop doing things that are wrong, and we start doing things that are right. It brings us a fresh attitude toward God, oneself, and life in general. Dieter F. Uchtdorf heart attitude mean When we truly understand what it means to love as Jesus Christ loves us, the confusion clears and our priorities align. Our walk as disciples of Christ becomes more joyful. Our lives take on new meaning. Our relationship with our Heavenly Father becomes more profound. Obedience becomes a joy rather than a burden. Dieter F. Uchtdorf mean father jesus Patience is not passive resignation, nor is it failing to act because of our fears. Patience means active waiting and enduring. It means staying with something and doing all that we can - working, hoping, and exercising faith; bearing hardship with fortitude, even when the desires of our hearts are delayed. Patience is not simply enduring; it is enduring well! Dieter F. Uchtdorf exercise heart mean There are those among you who, although young, have already suffered a full measure of grief and sorrow. My heart is filled with compassion and love for you. How dear you are to the Church. How beloved you are of your Heavenly Father. Though it may seem that you are alone, angels attend you. Though you may feel that no one can understand the depth of your despair, our Savior, Jesus Christ, understands. He suffered more than we can possibly imagine, and He did it for us; He did it for you. You are not alone. Dieter F. Uchtdorf grief father jesus The gospel of Jesus Christ has the divine power to lift you to great heights from what appears at times to be an unbearable burden or weakness. The Lord knows your circumstances and your challenges. He said to Paul and to all of us, 'My grace is sufficient for thee.' And like Paul we can answer: 'My strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me'(2 Corinthinans 12:9)". Dieter F. Uchtdorf grace perfect jesus . . . the number of prayers we say may contribute to our happiness, but the number of prayers we answer may be of greater importance. Let us open our eyes and see the heavy hearts, notice the loneliness and despair; let us feel the silent prayers of others around us; and let us be an instrument in the hands of the Lord to answer those prayers. Dieter F. Uchtdorf loneliness prayer heart No one likes to fail. But we mortals do not become champions without effort and discipline or without making mistakes. Dieter F. Uchtdorf effort discipline mistake Don’t get discouraged if you stumble at times. The first step to walking in righteousness is simply to try. Dieter F. Uchtdorf steps trying firsts Now is the best time to start becoming the person we eventually want to be—not only 20 years from now but also for all eternity. Dieter F. Uchtdorf becoming want years HOPE sustains us through despair. Hope teaches that there is reason to rejoice...even when all seems dark around us. Dieter F. Uchtdorf despair reason dark You will suffer, be tempted, and make mistakes. You will learn for yourself what every heroine has learned: through overcoming challenges come growth and strength. It is your reaction to adversity, not the adversity itself, that determines how your life's story will develop. Dieter F. Uchtdorf adversity challenges mistake May I invite you to rise to the great potential within you. But don't reach beyond your capacity. Don't set goals beyond your capacity to achieve. Don't feel guilty or dwell on thoughts of failure. Don't compare yourself with others. Do the best you can, and the Lord will provide the rest. Have faith and confidence in Him, and you will see miracles happen in your life and the lives of your loved ones. Dieter F. Uchtdorf new-year goal happy
