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Many of the most important and life-changing moments of my life occurred when I was a young man. The lessons I learned then formed my character and shaped my destiny.
Joseph B. Wirthlin
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Joseph B. Wirthlin
Age: 91 †
Born: 1917
Born: June 11
Died: 2008
Died: December 1
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Joseph Bitner Wirthlin
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You may feel singled out when adversity enters your life. You shake your head and wonder, 'Why me?'
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Sometimes those who start out the slowest end up going the farthest.
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The place to cure most of the ills of society is in the homes of the people.
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The impressions on the soul that comes from the Holy Ghost are far more significant than a vision. It is where the spirit speaks to spirit and the imprint upon the soul is far more difficult to erase.
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Kind words not only lift our spirits in the moment they are given, but they can linger with us over the years.
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Dates that come around every year help us measure progress in our lives. One annual event, New Year's Day, is a time of reflection and resolution.
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I know that each of us has much to do. Sometimes we feel overwhelmed by the tasks we face. But if we keep our priorities in order, we can accomplish all that we should. We can endure to the end regardless of temptations, problems, and challenges.
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Our integrity determines what we really are.
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You should look ahead now and decide what you want to do with your lives. Fix clearly in your mind what you want to be one year from now, five years, ten years, and beyond. Write your goals and review them regularly. Keep them before you constantly, record your progress, and revise them as circumstances dictate.
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Brothers and sisters, if only we had more compassion for those who are different from us, it would lighten many of the problems and sorrows in the world today. It would certainly make our families and the Church a more hallowed and heavenly place.
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The next time you’re tempted to groan, you might try to laugh instead. It will extend your life and make the lives of all those around you more enjoyable.
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Perseverance is a positive, active characteristic. It is not idly, passively waiting and hoping for some good thing to happen.
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The Lord is well aware of our mortality. He knows our weaknesses. He understands the challenges of our everyday lives. He has great empathy for the temptations of earthly appetites and passions.
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