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There is no such thing as unlawful censorship in the home. Movies, magazines, television, videos, the Internet, and other media are there as guests and should only be welcomed when they are appropriate for family enjoyment.

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M. Russell Ballard
Age: 95
Born: 1928
Born: October 8
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Salt Lake City
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The important questions focus on what matters most-Heavenly Father's plan and the Savior's Atonement.
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Remember, young men, that purity precedes power. The Lord said, 'But purify your hearts before me and then go ye into all the world, and preach my gospel unto every creature who has not received it' (D&C 112:28). Missionaries discover this very early in their missions and make every effort to be worthy so they can serve with power.
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We should seek at all times to purify ourselves and to lead such worthy lives that the Light of Christ emanates from us in all that we say and do.
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Do not think that you are too busy to study the gospel.
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We must never ignore or pass by the prompting of the Spirit to render service to one another.
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Free and open expression coupled with visionary leadership generally encourages good decision-making.
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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.
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Jesus Christ can help us fix anything that needs fixing in our lives.
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I surely know that there is no role in life more essential and more eternal than that of motherhood.
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All the marvels of nature are glimpses of His divine power and expressions of His love.
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Of this you may be certain: The Lord especially loves righteous women-women who are not only faithful but filled with faith, women who are optimistic and cheerful because they know who they are and where they are going, women who are striving to live and serve as women of God.
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The joy in motherhood comes in moments. There will be hard times and frustrating times, but amid the challenges there are shining moments of joy and satisfaction.
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There is no one perfect way to be a good mother... Each mother has different challenges, different skills and abilities, and certainly different children... What matters is that a mother loves her children deeply and, in keeping with the devotion she has for God and her husband, prioritizes them above all else.
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Family councils, led by righteous, loving parents who are striving to teach their children to love and respect each other, can make a difference in creating a sense of discipline, order and loving cooperation in the home.
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Members are more likely to seek counsel from leaders from whom they feel sincere love emanating.
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The Lord does not want us to miss supper. In fact, He has a great feast prepared for those who return clean and pure through the door.
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Our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is the source of spiritual power that will give you and me the assurance that we have nothing to fear.
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Quite simply, our one hope for spiritual safety during these turbulent times is to turn our minds and our hearts to Jesus Christ.
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This is God's work, and God's work will not be frustrated. But there is still much to be done.
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The key [to sharing the gospel] is that you be inspired of God, that you ask Him for direction and then go and do as the Spirit prompts you.
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