Joseph B. Wirthlin Quotes
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The notion that you can endanger your physical and mental health by letting strong passions go unsatisfied is a vicious falsehood.
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Home teaching is an excellent preparation for missionary service.
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The compassion of Christlike friends deeply touches and changes our lives.
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Some have been ensnared in the net of excessive debt. The net of interest holds them fast, requiring them to sell their time and energies to meet the demands of creditors. They surrender their freedom, becoming slaves to their own extravagance.
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We are ever on the threshold of new journeys and new discoveries. Can you imagine the excitement of the Wright brothers on the morning of that first flight? The anticipation of Jonas Salk as he analyzed the data that demonstrated a way to prevent polio?
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In spite of discouragement and adversity, those who are happiest seem to have a way of learning from difficult times, becoming stronger, wiser and happier as a result.
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Everyone has wondered if his or her life will ultimately be a happy one.
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My father was truly a great man. I remember one day putting my feet in my father's shoes. I was amazed at the size. Would I ever be big enough to fill his shoes? Could I ever grow into the man my father was? I wondered.
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All too often, lotteries only add to the problem of the financially disadvantaged by taking money from them and giving nothing of value in return.
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Desire, burning desire, is basic to achieving anything beyond the ordinary.
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True love lasts forever.
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Jesus Christ is infinitely more than a great teacher and philosopher.
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The ideal course of life is not always easy.
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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.
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Our prayers can and should be focused on the practical, everyday struggles of life.
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Building our homes as fortresses of righteousness for protection from the world takes constant labor and diligence.
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Anything that does not draw us closer to God takes us away from Him.
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All evils to which so many become addicted begin in the mind and in the way one thinks.
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I have had the opportunity to become acquainted with many wonderful people from many walks of life. I have known rich and poor, famous and modest, wise and otherwise.
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In my younger days, I loved to run. Although it may be hard for you to believe it, I did. And I did win a few races.
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The more sin is rationalized, the greater the possibility of destruction by Satan's wolves.
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It is not hard for me to remember when I was in college. I loved many things about college life: I loved learning. I loved the comradery. And I loved football.
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Life will continue on the other side of the veil.
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Priesthood quorums teach and assist their members to attain good health, financial stability, and a year's supply of food and clothing. They also teach their members to be self-reliant and to give their time, talents, and means in behalf of the Church, community, and needy.