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12/16/08
"And what is the crowning glory of man in this earth so far as his individual achievement is concerned? It is character—character developed through obedience to the laws of life as revealed through the gospel of Jesus Christ, who came that we might have life and have it more abundantly. Man's chief concern in life should not be the acquiring of gold, or of fame, or of material possessions. It should not be the development of physical prowess, nor of intellectual strength, but his aim, the highest in life, should be the development of a Christ-like character. 'In the destiny of every mortal being,' says Phelps, 'there is an object more worthy of God than happiness. It is character, and the grand aim of man's creation is the development of a grand character. A grand character is by its very nature the product of a probationary discipline.'" - David O. McKay, "Conference Report," October 1926, Afternoon Session, p.111 - 112

4/13/09
 "Fine gold might be described as gold that has been fully refined. It has been finished and brought to its perfection by being freed from its impurities. A fine man is also one who is refined, who is complete. He was formed in God's image. He is well fashioned and has a noble appearance. If he follows God's program, his impurities are removed, and fine personality and godly character traits develop within him. This gives him a fine tone, makes him fine spirited, and great beauty forms in his soul." - Sterling W. Sill, "Principles, Promises, and Powers," p.66

 
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