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We cannot foresee what the Lord has in mind for us. Our only course of action is to be prepared and worthy for whatever he requires. We must govern our actions every day with our future in mind.

M. Russell Ballard

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M. Russell Ballard
Age: 95
Born: 1928
Born: October 8
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Salt Lake City
Utah
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