No one intends to make serious mistakes. They come when you compromise your standards to be more accepted by others. You be the strong one. You be the leader. Choose good friends and resist peer pressure together.
Richard G. ScottRead
There are few things in life that bring as much joy as the joy that comes from assisting another improve his or her life. That joy is increased when those efforts help someone understand the teachings of the Savior and that person decides to obey them, is converted, and joins His Church.
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What this quote means
Helping others brings immense joy, especially when it leads to positive life changes.
In this quote, Richard G. Scott emphasizes the profound joy that comes from helping others improve their lives. He highlights that this joy deepens when the assistance provided leads someone to understand and embrace meaningful teachings, ultimately contributing to their spiritual conversion and joining a supportive community.
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JoyHelpingServiceLife ImprovementSpirituality
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Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a motivational speech about community service.
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Jesus Christ lives. He is our Savior, our Redeemer. He is a glorious, resurrected being. He has the capacity to communicate love that is so powerful, so overwhelming as to surpass the capacity of the human tongue to express adequately. He gave His life to break the bonds of death. His Atonement made fully active the plan of happiness of His Father in Heaven.
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I promise you the Lord will bless you in your efforts, for this is His work, and He will guide your prayerful efforts to bring the ordinances and covenants to your ancestors....you can make a powerful contribution. Begin now. I promise you that the Lord will help you find a way. And it will make you feel wonderful.
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