TrendZion

Passages drawn from the sermons and published works that carry this theme forward.

1. 1921·Charles W. Penrose·Apostle
   in spirit as well as in body, and filled with gratitude and thanksgiving to God and my brethren and sisters who prayed for me.
2. 1941·George Albert Smith·Apostle
   This is the Lord's Church. This is His world. He has prepared it for us and given us the opportunity to dwell here under the most favorable circumstances of any people that has ever lived upon the earth. Are we grateful for it? Do we manifest by our conduct day by day, in our association with our fellows, that we do appreciate it ?
3. 1950·George Albert Smith·Prophet
   I want to add to that the stake presidencies, the bishops of wards, the presidents of missions, and the presidencies and general boards of all the auxiliary organizations. I am grateful for the things that they are doing, because they are trying to bring this world into a condition that will be heaven. The Lord has said it could be if we will do our part.
4. 1958·Gordon B. Hinckley·Apostle
   I am grateful for the power of the gospel in the hearts and lives of men and women, and I never saw that power more evident than when the Saints came to the house of the Lord.
5. 1968·Thomas S. Monson·Apostle
   Today Paul Van Dusen is in attendance at this session of conference in this historic Tabernacle. Today he walks, runs, hikes, and swims. An artificial limb makes this possible. But behind it all one sees a faith-filled heart and a countenance that reflects gratitude. Faith in whom? Gratitude for what?
6. 1989·Gordon B. Hinckley·Apostle
   I speak by assignment from President Benson. I am grateful that he is with us. I convey to you his love, as I convey also the love of President Monson and that of all of the General Authorities of the Church. Please know that we do love you and that we are concerned with your happiness as daughters of God and as our sisters in the Church.