Joseph Fielding Smith

I know of no greater hope, of no more glorious doctrine, of no more consoling knowledge than this: that the family unit continues forever among those who believe and obey the fullness of the Lord’s laws.

Joseph Fielding Smith, Joseph Fielding Smith: Apostle, Prophet, Father in Israel, Ensign, Aug. 1972

Spencer W. Kimball

Heaven is a place,” President Kimball taught, “but also a condition; it is home and family. It is understanding and kindness. It is interdependence and selfless activity. It is quiet, sane living; personal sacrifice, genuine hospitality, wholesome concern for others. It is living the commandments of God without ostentation or hypocrisy. It is selflessness. It is all about us. We need only to be able to recognize it as we find it and enjoy it. Yes, my dear brother, I’ve had many glimpses of heaven.”

Spencer W. Kimball, Ensign, Dec. 1971, 36–39.

John Taylor

Show and prove to the world, to angels and to God that you are on the side of truth and honesty, purity and integrity, and that you are for God and his kingdom.

If we could live our religion, fear God, be strictly honest, observe his laws and statutes, and keep his commandments to do them, we would feel very different.  We should feel comfortable and happy. Our spirits would be peaceful and buoyant and from day to day, from week to week and from year to year, our joys would increase.

from The Teachings of John Taylor, ch. 7

Richard G. Scott

If you have determined to live righteously, don’t become discouraged. Life may seem difficult now, but hold on tightly to that iron rod of truth. You are making better progress than you realize. Your struggles are defining character, discipline, and confidence in the promises of your Father in Heaven and the Savior as you consistently obey Their commandments.

Richard G. Scott, “The Transforming Power of Faith and Character,” Ensign, Nov 2010, 43–46

Richard G. Scott

A strong testimony gives peace, comfort, and assurance. It generates the conviction that as the teachings of the Savior are consistently obeyed, life will be beautiful, the future will be secure, and there will be capacity to overcome the challenges that cross our path.

Richard G. Scott, “The Transforming Power of Faith and Character,” Ensign, Nov 2010, 43–46

Richard G. Scott

Faith in the power of obedience to the commandments of God will forge strength of character available to you in times of urgent need. Such character is not developed in moments of great challenge or temptation. That is when it is intended to be used. Your exercise of faith in true principles builds character; fortified character expands your capacity to exercise more faith. As a result, your capacity and confidence to conquer the trials of life is enhanced. The more your character is fortified, the more enabled you are to benefit from exercising the power of faith. You will discover how faith and character interact to strengthen one another. Character is woven patiently from threads of applied principle, doctrine, and obedience.

Richard G. Scott, “The Transforming Power of Faith and Character,” Ensign, Nov 2010, 43–46

Henry B. Eyring

To know His will you must be committed to do it. The words “Thy will be done,” written in the heart, are the window to revelation.  The answer comes by the Holy Spirit. You will need that guidance often. To have the Holy Ghost as your companion you must be worthy, cleansed by the Atonement of Jesus Christ. So, your obedience to the commandments, your desire to do His will, and your asking in faith will determine how clearly the Master can guide you by answers to your prayers.

Henry B. Eyring, “Rise to Your Call,” Ensign, Nov 2002, 75