“Learning to endure times of disappointment, suffering, and sorrow is part of our on-the-job training. These experiences, while often difficult to bear at the time, are precisely the kinds of experiences that stretch our understanding, build our character, and increase our compassion for others.”

“Immorality, violence, and divorce, with their accompanying sorrows, plague society worldwide.”

“We've all met those who seem to radiate happiness. They seem to smile more than others they laugh more than others - just being around them makes us happier as well. ”

“You can find peace amidst the storms that threaten you.”

“I urge you children to be patient with your parents. If they seem to be out of touch on such vital issues as dating, clothing styles, modern music, and use of family cars, listen to them anyway. They have the experience that you lack.”

“When we are baptized and confirmed, when brethren are ordained to the priesthood, when we go to the temple and receive our endowment, when we enter into the new and everlasting covenant of eternal marriage - in all these sacred ordinances, we make solemn commitments to keep God's commandments.”

“The sweet companionship of eternal marriage is one of the greatest blessings God has granted to His children.”

“Don't be discouraged if the answer to your prayer does not come immediately. Study, ponder, and pray, sincerely having faith, and live the commandments.”

“We see ourselves in terms of yesterday and today. Our Heavenly Father sees us in terms of forever.”

“Some people are weak in their faith and testimonies but are not even aware of how precarious their situation is. Many of them likely would be offended at the suggestion.”

“The Resurrection is at the core of our beliefs as Christians. Without it, our faith is meaningless.”