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Where you have been is not nearly as important as where you are and where you're going.
Marvin J. Ashton
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Marvin J. Ashton
Age: 78 †
Born: 1915
Born: May 6
Died: 1994
Died: February 25
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It is up to each of us to search for and build upon the gifts which God has given. We must remember that each of us is made in the image of God, that there are no unimportant persons. Everyone matters to God and to his fellowmen.
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A willingness to practice patience. Patience in communication is that certain ingredient of conduct we hope others will exhibit toward us when we fail to measure up. Our own patience is developed when we are patient with others.
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Worthiness is a process, and perfection is an eternal trek. We can be worthy to enjoy certain privileges without being perfect.
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Adaptability cushions the impact of change or disappointment.
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Tact is rubbing out another's mistakes, not rubbing them in.
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Constant criticism can wear one down and weaken knees.
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Difficulties can be a valuable tool in our pursuit of perfection. Adversity need have no necessary connection with failure.
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Still, small heavenly voices penetrate the heart with their gentle, convincing declarations… Most often, hope, encouragement, and direction come from a soft, piercing voice. Small voices are heard only by those who are willing to listen.
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It is a happy day when we come to know that with God's help, nothing is impossible for us.
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Resentment and anger are not good for the soul. They are foul things.
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Financial peace of mind is not determined by how much we make, but is dependent upon how much we spend!
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The direction in which we are moving is more important than where we are at the moment. Goal setting should cause us to stretch as we make our way.
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Many marriage tragedies are caused, not by lack of money, but rather by the mismanagement of it.
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I challenge youth to cooperate with parents who are concerned about your reading and your viewing. Be concerned yourself about what you take into your mind. Young people, you would never eat a meal of spoiled or contaminated food if you could help it, would you? Select your reading and viewing carefully and in good taste.
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Sometimes when family members least deserve love, they need it the most.
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Love should be a vehicle allowed to travel without limitations.
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The practice of thrift is not outdated. We must discipline ourselves to live within our incomes even if it means going without or making do. The wise person can distinguish...between basic needs and extravagant wants. Some find budgeting extremely painful, but I promise you, it is never fatal.
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The gospel is one of harmony, unity, and agreement. It must be presented in love, and with glad tidings, by those who are calm.
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Progression and achievement belong to those who have learned to use the opportunity of now. Our strides of today will determine our locations tomorrow.
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It is not so important whether a young man has been through the experience of a mission as it is whether the mission experience has been through him.
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