Every person on the earth today lived at one time in heavenly realms. We walked with our Heavenly Father. We knew Him. We heard His voice. We loved Him. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Many in the world are searching, often intensely, for a source of refreshment that will quench their yearning for meaning and direction in their lives. They crave a cool, satisfying drink of insight and knowledge that will soothe their parched souls. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Yes, education is the catalyst that will hone and sharpen our talents, skills, and abilities and cause them to blossom. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Too often today, we do not rely on faith so much as on our own ability to reason and solve problems. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
The Gospels record that nearly everywhere the Savior went, He was surrounded by multitudes of people. Some hoped that He would heal them; others came to hear Him speak. Others came for practical advice. Toward the end of His mortal ministry, some came to mock and ridicule Him and to clamor for His crucifixion. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
If we seek things that are virtuous and lovely, we surely will find them. Conversely, if we seek for evil, we will find that also. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Much of the Netherlands lies considerably below sea level, as you well know. Through the process of building dikes to wall out the salty sea and through pumping the water into canals, the country of the ingenious, resourceful, and doughty Dutch has literally been born of the sea. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
‘Success’ is a seductive word. Thousands of books have been written on the subject. They promise money, freedom, leisure, and luxury. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
As society has shifted from an agrarian to an urban structure, the joy and necessity of diligent, hard work have been neglected. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Young people should ponder over problems that might confront them and be prepared to cope with them in a way that their parents, their leaders, and their Heavenly Father would have them cope, that they might keep themselves clean and pure. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
We know that we are often judged by the company we keep. We know how influential classmates, friends, and other peer groups can be. If any of our companions are prone to be unrighteous in their living, we are better off seeking new associations immediately. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Modern medicine uses imaging ‘windows’ such as magnetic resonance imaging scanners to bring into view otherwise unseen vital information that skilled physicians can use for the benefit of their patients. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
My own great-grandfather suffered so much from asthma that he had to walk a mile or two behind the covered wagons crossing the plains to avoid the dust. However, he always arrived at his destination and did his share of the work. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
For individuals to become fully active in the Church, they generally must experience a spiritual conversion and a social integration. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Pondering, which means to weigh mentally, to deliberate, to meditate, can achieve the opening of the spiritual eyes of one’s understanding. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Charity must become a fundamental state of mind and heart that guides us in all we do. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
As you grow and mature, you will want and will earn more freedom to live your lives your way and to make your own choices. This you should do. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Having received the Spirit of Christ to know good from evil, we should always choose the good. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
There is no limit to the potential of brethren working together in complete brotherhood and selflessness toward spiritual goals. The power of God working through such channels will bring unimaginable blessings to all concerned. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
This I have observed: There are no language barriers in the Church. There is a mighty power that transcends the power of messages conveyed by words alone, and this is the power of messages communicated by the Spirit to our hearts. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
Sin may result from activities that begin innocently or that are perfectly legitimate in moderation, but in excess they can cause us to veer from the straight and narrow path to our destruction. – Joseph B. Wirthlin