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In short, if you have any question about whether a particular movie, book, or other form of entertainment is appropriate, don’t see it, don’t read it, don’t participate.

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Thomas S. Monson
Age: 90 †
Born: 1927
Born: August 21
Died: 2018
Died: January 2
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Salt Lake City
Utah
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Ideals are like the stars - you can't touch them with your hands, but by following them you reach your destination.
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How much better the world would be if we all gave gifts of understanding, and compassion, of service, and friendship, of kindness and gentleness.
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Our opportunities to give of ourselves are indeed limitless, but they are also perishable.
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Stick to a task 'til it sticks to you. . .for beginners are many, but finishers few.
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When we safeguard (the heavenly virtue of freedom), when we honor it, when we protect it, we will walk with Washington, we will pray with patriots, and we shall have peace on earth, good will to men.
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Let me begin now, this very night, to emulate Christ. Cast off forever will be the old self and with it defeat, despair, doubt, and disbelief. To a newness of life I come--a life of faith, hope courage, and joy. No task looms too large no responsibility too heavy no duty is a burden. All things become possible.
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A grateful heart ... comes through expressing gratitude to our Heavenly Father for His blessings and to those around us for all that they bring into our lives.
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Temples are more than stone and mortar. They are filled with faith and fasting. They are built of trials and testimonies. They are sanctified by sacrifice and service.
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