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As children of God, knowing of His great love and His ultimate knowledge of what is best for our eternal welfare, we trust in Him. The first principle of the gospel is faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, and faith means trust.

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Dallin H. Oaks
Age: 92
Born: 1932
Born: August 12
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