TrendZion

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

1. 1844·Joseph Smith·Prophet
   past, and we consider it wisdom to be careful, lest some pervert the truth and make trouble. We do not intend to make fools of ourselves, of each other or of our God, but when we make a covenant we intend to keep it”.
   Minutes and Discourses, 11 April 1844 — jspcopy citation
2. 1860·Brigham Young·Prophet
   I feel quite thankful for the comfortable circumstances we enjoy—for our blessings, spiritually and temporally, which I realize to be the free gift of our Father and God. All the wisdom, ability, and talent displayed among the children of men are the gift of God to them. He has given us ability to make ourselves comfortable and happy, for which I am extremely thankful.
   Testimony of the Spirit—Counsel to the Bishops — jodcopy citation
3. 1919·Joseph F. Smith·Prophet
   WE WANT PEACE. We want peace in the world. We want love and good will to exist throughout the earth, and among all the people of the world; but there never can come to the world that spirit of peace and love that should exist, until mankind will receive God's truth and God's message unto them, and acknowledge his power and authority which is divine, and never found in the wisdom only of men.--_Oct. C. R.,_ 1914, p. 7.
   Gospel Doctrine — apostle_bookcopy citation
4. 1975·N. Eldon Tanner·Apostle
   I have a grandson who is an outstanding badminton player. At 16 he is a champion. He has accomplished this by running miles every morning and keeping himself in physical condition. Though he has not neglected his schooling, he has practiced and practiced and kept the Word of Wisdom strictly and followed health principles to the letter. I honor him for it.
   Success Is Gauged by Self-Mastery — cojccopy citation
5. 1976·Neal A. Maxwell·Apostle
   Brothers and sisters, the scriptures are like a developmental display window through which we can see gradual growth—along with this vital lesson: it is direction first, then velocity! Enoch’s unique people were improved “in process of time.” ( Moses 7:21 .) Jesus “received not of the fulness at first, but received grace for grace” ( D&C 93:12 ) and even He grew and “increased in wisdom and stature” ( Luke 2:52 ).
   Notwithstanding My Weakness — cojccopy citation
6. 1985·L. Tom Perry·Apostle
   At the end of the three-year training period, these young men were brought before the king to be judged. Daniel had not wasted his time and had studied hard. His efforts had blessed him with “knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom.” ( Dan. 1:17 .) He was now prepared for the test to be given him by the king.
   “I Confer the Priesthood of Aaron” — cojccopy citation