(11/13/00)
"Learn to accept adversity. No matter who you are or where you serve, you are going to have some. But do not fear the winds of adversity. Remember, a kite rises against the wind, rather than with it!" — Jacob de Jager, " Service and Happiness ," General Conference, October 1993

(9/6/02)
"The key, however, is to boldly face disappointments and the pains that accompany them. If you deny them or hide them from view, the chances are great that you will become worn out and fail. If, on the other hand, you meet them in a prayerful attitude asking for inner strength to overcome, the original disappointment will turn into an element of great strength and a firm foundation for further growth." — Jacob de Jager, " Overcoming Discouragement ," "New Era," Mar. 1984, p. 7

8/9/07
"While on our spiritual flight, let us totally empty our ballast bag of pride and be more humble in all things, always remembering the Saviors glorious promise to all: 'And inasmuch as you have humbled yourselves before me, the blessings of the kingdom are yours.' (D&C 61:37.)" - Jacob de Jager, "Climbing to Higher Spirituality," Ensign (CR), May 1983, p.75