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(4/20/05)
"The choice between good and evil is at the very heart of our experience on
earth. In the final review of our lives, it will not really matter if we were
rich or poor, if we were athletic or not, if we had friends or were often
forgotten.
"We can work, study, laugh and have fun, dance, sing, and enjoy many
different experiences. These are a wonderful part of life, but they are not
central to why we are here. The opportunity to choose good over evil is
precisely why we are here. (See 2
Nephi 2:27.)" - Neil L. Andersen, "Beware
of the Evil behind the Smiling Eyes," General Conference, April 2005
4/22/07
"How do we find our way through the many things that matter? We simplify and
purify our perspective. Some things are evil and must be avoided; some things
are nice; some things are important; and some things are absolutely essential.
The Savior said, 'This is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true
God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.' (John
17:3.)
"Faith is not only a feeling; it is a decision. With prayer, study, obedience,
and covenants, we build and fortify our faith. Our conviction of the Savior and
His latter-day work becomes the powerful lens through which we judge all else."
- Neil L. Andersen, "It's
True, Isn't It? Then What Else Matters?" - General Conference, April 2007
10/16/08
"Our spiritual journey is the process of
a lifetime. We do not know everything in the beginning or even along the way.
Our conversion comes step-by-step, line upon line. We first build a foundation
of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. We treasure the principles and ordinances of
repentance, baptism, and receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost. We include a
continuing commitment to prayer, a willingness to be obedient, and an ongoing
witness of the Book of Mormon. (The Book of Mormon is powerful spiritual
nourishment.)
"We then
remain steady and patient as we progress through mortality. At times, the Lord’s
answer will be, 'You don’t know
everything, but you know enough'—enough
to keep the commandments and to do what is right." - Neil L. Andersen, "You Know
Enough," General Conference, October 2008
12/18/09
“The scriptures speak of His arms being open, extended, stretched
out, and encircling. They are described as mighty and holy, arms of mercy, arms
of safety, arms of love, ‘lengthened out all the day long.’
“We have each felt to some extent these spiritual arms around us. We have felt His forgiveness, His love and comfort. The Lord has said, ‘I am he [who] comforteth you.’
“The Lord’s desire that we come unto Him and be wrapped in His arms is often an invitation to repent. ‘Behold, he sendeth an invitation unto all men, for the arms of mercy are extended towards them, and he saith: Repent, and I will receive you.’” – Neil L. Anderson, “Repent… That I May Heal You,” Ensign, November 2009
9/3/10
"In our world today, each child, each young man and young woman
needs his or her own conversion to the truth. Each needs his or her own
light, his or her own 'steadfast and immovable' faith in the Lord Jesus
Christ, independent of parents, youth leaders, and supportive friends.
"The stories of Jesus can be like a rushing wind across the embers of
faith in the hearts of our children. Jesus said, 'I am the way, the
truth, and the life.' The stories of Jesus shared over and over bring
faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and strength to the foundation of
testimony. Can you think of a more valuable gift for our children?
"Are the life and teachings of Jesus Christ embedded in the minds and
souls of our children? Do they think about the Savior’s life when they
wonder what to do in their own lives? This will be more and more
important in the years ahead." - Neil L. Andersen, "Tell Me the Stories
of Jesus," Ensign (CR) May 2010
9/18/10
"Perfection does not come in this life, but we exercise faith in
the Lord Jesus Christ and keep our covenants. President Monson has
promised, 'Your testimony, when constantly nourished, will keep you
safe.' We push our spiritual roots deep, feasting daily on the words of
Christ in the scriptures. We trust in the words of living prophets,
placed before us to show us the way. We pray and pray and listen to the
quiet voice of the Holy Ghost that leads us along and speaks peace to
our soul. Whatever challenges arise, we never, never leave Him." - Neil L. Andersen, "Never Leave Him," Ensign (CR) October 2010