- “I feel certain that if, in our homes, parents will read from the Book of Mormon prayerfully and regularly, both by themselves and with their children, the spirit of that great book will come to permeate our homes and all who dwell therein. The spirit of reverence will increase; mutual respect and consideration for each other will grow. The spirit of contention will depart. Parents will counsel their children in greater love and wisdom. Children will be more responsive and submissive to the counsel of their parents. Righteousness will increase. Faith, hope, and charity—the pure love of Christ—will abound in our homes and lives, bringing in their wake peace, joy, and happiness” – President Marion G. Romney
- “The scriptures teach us that in doing this, Jesus “considered” them. As we shared in some of your ward conferences, Mark tells us that before Jesus answered a young man’s question about what he needed to do to have eternal life, Jesus “beheld and loved him.” In reference to this passage, Elder S. Mark Palmer said: “A vivid image fills my mind of our Lord pausing and beholding this young man. Beholding — as in looking deeply and penetratingly into his soul, recognizing his goodness and also his potential, as well as discerning his greatest need. Then the simple words — Jesus loved him. He felt an overwhelming love and compassion for this good young man, and because of this love and with this love, Jesus asked even more of him.” – President Scott Smith, San Clemente Stake Conference, June 13th, 2021