Often small acts of service are all that is required to lift and bless another: a question concerning a person's family, quick words of encouragement, a sincere compliment, a small note of thanks, a brief telephone call. If we are observant and aware, and if we act on the promptings which come to us, we can accomplish much good.

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So frequently we mistakenly believe that our children need more things, when in reality their silent pleadings are simply for more of our time.

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Stick to a task 'til it sticks to you. . .for beginners are many, but finishers few.

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The past is behind, learn from it. The future is ahead, prepare for it. The present is here, live it.

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Stand for right, even if you stand alone.

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Find joy in the journey.

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It is almost inevitable that our faith will be challenged. We may at times find ourselves surrounded by others and yet standing in the minority or even standing alone concerning what is acceptable and what is not. Do we have the moral courage to stand firm for our beliefs, even if by so doing we must stand alone?

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Happiness comes when we stop complaining about the troubles we have and offer thanks for all the troubles we don't have.

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So much in life depends on our attitude. The way we choose to see things and respond to others makes all the difference. To do the best we can and then to choose to be happy about our circumstances, whatever they may be, can bring peace and contentment. We can't direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails. For maximum happiness, peace, and contentment, may we choose a positive attitude.

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The goal of gospel teaching... is not to 'pour information' into the minds of class members... The aim is to inspire the individual to think about, feel about, and then do something about living gospel principles.

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