We need to learn how to separate need from greed. Thomas S. Monson More Quotes by Thomas S. Monson More Quotes From Thomas S. Monson At times many of us let that enemy of achievement--even the culprit 'self-defeat'--dwarf our aspirations, smother our dreams, cloud our vision, and impair our lives. The enemy's voice whispers in our ears, 'You can't do it.' 'You're too young.' 'You're too old.' 'You're nobody.' This is when we remember that we are created in the image of God. Reflection on this truth provides a profound sense of strength and power. Thomas S. Monson reflection dream clouds Prayer continues to provide power--spiritual power. Prayer continues to provide peace--spiritual peace. Thomas S. Monson spiritual-peace prayer spiritual A friend is more concerned about helping people than getting credit. A friend cares. A friend loves. A friend listens. And a friend reaches out. Thomas S. Monson credit friendship people Oh, sweet the joy this sentence gives: ‘I know that my Redeemer lives!’ Thomas S. Monson joy sweet giving When we keep the spirit of Christmas, we keep the spirit of Christ, for the Christmas spirit is the Christ spirit. Thomas S. Monson christmas-spirit spirit christ How does one magnify a calling? Simply by performing the service that pertains to it. Thomas S. Monson performing calling doe The battle for self-discipline may leave you a bit bruised and battered but always a better person. Self-discipline is a rigorous process at best; too many of us want it to be effortless and painless. Should temporary setbacks afflict us, a very significant part of our struggle for self-discipline is the determination and the courage to try again....Eternal life in the kingdom of our Father is your goal, and self-discipline will surely be required if you are to achieve it. Thomas S. Monson determination struggle father The spirit must be freed from tethers so strong and feelings never put to rest, so that the lift of life may give buoyancy to the soul. In many families, there are hurt feelings and a reluctance to forgive. It doesn’t really matter what the issue was. It cannot and should not be left to injure. Blame keeps wounds open. Only forgiveness heals. George Herbert, an early 17th-century poet, wrote these lines: ‘He that cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he himself must pass if he would ever reach heaven, for everyone has need of forgiveness.’ Thomas S. Monson strong bridges hurt Miracles are everywhere to be found when priesthood callings are magnified. When faith replaces doubt, when selfless service eliminates selfish striving, the power of God brings to pass His purposes. The priesthood is not really so much a gift as it is a commission to serve, a privilege to lift, and an opportunity to bless the lives of others. Thomas S. Monson selfish miracle opportunity Keep the commandments of God. If you have sinned, the sooner you begin to make your way back, the sooner you will find the sweet peace and joy that come with the miracle of forgiveness. Happiness comes from living the way the Lord wants you to live and from service to God and others. Thomas S. Monson miracle joy sweet When called to the Council of the Twelve, October 4, 1963, he said in the Salt Lake Tabernacle: I think of a little sister, a French-Canadian sister, whose life was changed by the missionaries as her spirit was touched. As she said good-by to me and my wife in Quebec, she said, "President Monson, I may never see the Prophet. I may never hear the Prophet. But President, far better, now that I am a member of this Church, I can obey the Prophet." Thomas S. Monson sister lakes thinking I know that God loves us. He allows us to exercise our moral agency even when we misuse it. He permits us to make our own decisions. Christ cannot help us if we do not trust Him; He cannot teach us if we do not serve Him. He will not force us to do what's right, but He will show us the way only when we decide to serve Him. Certainly, for us to serve in His kingdom, Christ requires that we experience a change of thought and attitude. Thomas S. Monson agency exercise attitude Serving throughout the world is a great missionary force going about doing good. Missionaries teach truth. They dispel darkness. They spread joy. They bring precious souls to Christ. Thomas S. Monson soul darkness joy There is no better time than now, this very Christmas season, for all of us to rededicate ourselves to the principles taught by Jesus the Christ. Thomas S. Monson christmas principles jesus The work is demanding, the impact everlasting. This is no time for 'summer soldiers' in the army of the Lord. Thomas S. Monson impact army summer Be not weary in well-doing. … Out of small things proceedeth that which is great. Behold, the Lord requireth the heart and a willing mind. Thomas S. Monson lord mind heart This is not a time for fear, brethren, but rather a time for faith - a time for each of us who holds the priesthood to be his best self. Thomas S. Monson best-self priesthood self Mortality is a period of testing, a time to prove ourselves worthy to return to the presence of our Heavenly Father. In order for us to be tested, we must face challenges and difficulties. These can break us, and the surface of our souls may crack and crumble-that is, if our foundations of faith, our testimonies of truth are not deeply embedded within us. Thomas S. Monson challenges order father This will equally apply to every Latter-day Saint. Salvation is an individual operation. Thomas S. Monson individual salvation saint Now, some of you may be shy by nature, perhaps feeling yourselves inadequate to respond affirmatively to a calling. Remember that this work is not yours and mine alone. It is the Lord's work, and when we are on the Lord's errand, brethren, we are entitled to the Lord's help. Remember that the Lord will shape the back to bear the burden placed upon it. Thomas S. Monson shy bears feelings
