G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Where Is the Pavilion?

The Lord's delays often seem long; some last a lifetime. But they are always calculated to bless. They need never be times of loneliness or sorrow or impatience. -Henry B. Eyring

G.C. Droplets October 2012- Where Is the Pavilion?

Submitting fully to heaven's will is essential to removing the spiritual pavilions we sometimes put over our heads. But it does not guarantee immediate answers to our prayers. -Henry B. Eyring

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Where Is the Pavilion?

We can't insist on our timetable when the Lord has His own. Sometimes our insistence on acting according to our own timetable can obscure His will for us. -Henry B. Eyring

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Where Is the Pavilion?

God is close to us and aware of us and never hides from His faithful children. -Henry B. Eyring

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -The Need for Total Commitment

If your attitude is right, then your life is made right. If your heart is touched, your mind and way of thinking will change and your life will change for the better accordingly. -Theodore M. Burton

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -The Need for Total Commitment

A true change must occur in our thinking so complete and so total that our very lives are changed for the better as far as our attitudes and our actions are concerned. -Theodore M. Burton

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -See Others as They May Become

We must develop the capacity to see men not as they are at present but as they may become. -Thomas S. Monson

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Help Them Aim High

The Lord will give His righteous servants opportunities to be bold as lions when they speak in His name and as witnesses in His priesthood. -Henry B. Eyring

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Help Them Aim High

Every person is different and has a different contribution to make. No one is destined to fail. -Henry B. Erying

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -"What Will a Man Give?"

Who would be satisfied with the subdued twinkle of a star if he could enjoy the brilliance of the sun? Who would be content with the reflected light of the moon if he could have the radiance of the sun? -Mark E. Petersen

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -"What Will a Man Give?"

Each one of us has a soul to save. Each has the opportunity to obtain eternal life. Since our souls are so precious, we should leave no stone unturned in our effort to save them. -Mark E. Petersen

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -The Joy of the Priesthood

The priesthood of Almighty God is available to worthy men wherever they may be--no matter their ancestry, no matter how humble their circumstances, in the nearest or farthest reaches of the globe. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -The Joy of the Priesthood

The use of priesthood power cannot be influenced, swayed, or compelled by position, by wealth, or by influence. It is a spiritual power that operates on heavenly law. Its power can be controlled and directed only through principles of righteousness, not self-righteousness. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Beware Concerning Yourselves

If your soul is drifting to the edge of a spiritual cliff, stop now before you fall and steer back on course. -Anthony D. Perkins

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Beware Concerning Yourselves

Choose to control anger. People should hear blessings from our mouths, not cursings. -Anthony D. Perkins

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -You Shall Receive the Spirit

People do not really care how much you know until they know how much you care. -Hartman Rector, Jr.

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Be Valiant in Courage, Strength, and Activity

Be courageous! Be strong! Stand ye in holy places, and be not moved. -Gary E. Stevenson

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Be Valiant in Courage, Strength, and Activity

What you choose to think and do when you are alone and you believe no one is watching is a strong measure of your virtue. -Gary E. Stevenson

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -He Took Him by the Hand

Faithful members of the Church do not have to walk alone. The troubled soul need not find its way back alone. God's hand is available to all if we will but reach out and up. -Marvin J. Ashton

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -He Took Him by the Hand

In our hands is not only the power and authority to act, but the strength to lift if we remain true and faithful. -Marvin J. Ashton

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -He Took Him by the Hand

Spiritual strength is a priceless possession available to those who will endure in righteousness. -Marvin J. Ashton

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -He Took Him by the Hand

The greatest miracles of our day are the lifting and healing of troubled souls. -Marvin J. Ashton

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -He Took Him by the Hand

How beautiful in the eyes of the Lord are the spiritually well, those who have been taken by the hand and lifted up and made spiritually whole. How beautiful in the eyes of the Lord are those who take the time to lift the needy hand. Peace of mind only comes to us when we are spiritually healed. True joy comes from within. Freedom from a troubled soul is a worthy goal of all. -Marvin J. Ashton

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Brethren, We Have Work to Do

Keep going, and the Lord will help you. At times you may not know quite what to do or what to say--just move forward. -D. Todd Christofferson

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -No Greater Honor: The Woman's Role

Always remember that you can go much further on respect than on popularity. -N. Eldon Tanner

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -No Greater Honor: The Woman's Role

A man can have no greater incentive, no greater hope, no greater strength than to know his mother, his sweetheart, or his wife has confidence in him and loves him. And men should strive every day to live worthy of that love and confidence. -N. Eldon Tanner

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Protect the Children

Children need others to speak for them, and they need decision makers who put their well-being ahead of selfish adult interests. -Dallin H. Oaks

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Trial of Your Faith

Like the intense fire that transforms iron into steel, as we remain faithful during the fiery trial of our faith, we are spiritually refined and strengthened. -Neil L. Andersen

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Trial of Your Faith

Every person eventually is backed up to the wall of faith, and there must make his stand. Don't be surprised when it happens to you! -Neil L. Andersen (quoting Ezra Taft Benson)

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Trial of Your Faith

When you are faced with a test of faith, stay within the safety and security of the household of God. There is always a place for you here. No trial is so large we can't overcome it together. -Neil L. Andersen

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Obedience

Never before has your strength and influence been needed more than now to combat the evils of the world. -N. Eldon Tanner

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Temple Standard

We are each made of the finest materials, and we are the miraculous result of divine craftsmanship. -Scott D. Whiting

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Obedience

The measure of our success depends on our decision, our determination, discipline, and dependability. -N. Eldon Tanner

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Obedience

Man has been given a mind to think, to ponder, and to understand and decide what he wants to do and whether or not the sacrifice and discipline is worth it. -N. Eldon Tanner

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Church Welfare -Some Fundamentals

Give [men] everything they ask for while making no demands on their own efforts, and they will deteriorate into an unfit mob. -Marion G. Romney

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Our Fundamental Obligation: The Priesthood

May we be excited about the opportunity that is ours as we move forward deliberately, in humility, and with constant preparation, and do what we have to do. -Robert L. Simpson

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -"The Gospel of Jesus Christ Is the Golden Door"

Whenever something in you says, "It's impossible," remember to take a careful look and see if it isn't really God asking you to grow an inch, or a foot, or a mile, that you may come to a fuller life. -Vaughn J. Featherstone

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -"The Gospel of Jesus Christ Is the Golden Door"

We ought to act as though it were impossible to fail. -Vaughn J. Featherstone (quoting Dorothea Brande)

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -"The Gospel of Jesus Christ Is the Golden Door"

Work will win when wishy-washy wishing won't. -Vaughn J. Featherstone (quoting Thomas S. Monson)

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -"The Gospel of Jesus Christ Is the Golden Door"

The Lord expects us to be mentally and physically ambitious with all our hearts and souls. -Vaughn J. Featherstone

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Be Anxiously Engaged

Imagine what good we can do in the world if we all join together, united as followers of Christ, anxiously and busily responding to the needs of others and serving those around us. -M. Russell Ballard

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Prepare Ye

If ye are prepared ye shall not fear. -D&C 38:30

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Becoming Goodly Parents

Strong family cultures will help our children live in the world and not become "of the world." -L. Tom Perry

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Becoming Goodly Parents

Strengthened family cultures will be a protection for our children from "the fiery darts of the adversary." -L. Tom Perry

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Of Regrets and Resolutions

Isn't it better to see with our eyes and hearts even the small things we can be thankful for, rather than magnifying the negative in our current condition? -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Of Regrets and Resolutions

No matter our circumstances, no matter our challenges or trials, there is something in each day to embrace and cherish. There is something in each day that can bring gratitude and joy if only we will see and appreciate it. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Of Regrets and Resolutions

Life is not meant to be appreciated only in retrospect. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Of Regrets and Resolutions

Doesn't it seem foolish to spoil sweet and joyful experiences because we are constantly anticipating the moment when they will end? -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Of Regrets and Resolutions

It's not a race; it's a journey. Enjoy the moment. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Of Regrets and Resolutions

We determine our happiness. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Of Regrets and Resolutions

We wear our busyness as a badge of honor, as though being busy, by itself, was an accomplishment or sign of a superior life. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -"Which Way to Shore?"

It isn't enough for us to just look and listen. We must listen and apply. We must act. -William H. Bennett

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Ask the Missionaries! They Can Help You!

Serve with the sole hope of making life better for other people. -Russell M. Nelson

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Opposition in Order to Strengthen Us

Christ came to atone for you. The gospel was restored for you. The Lord will answer your prayers. God is mindful of you, for you are a son or daughter of God. -Eldred G. Smith

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Opposition in Orer to Strengthen Us

"Tis easy enough to be pleasant
When life goes by with a song,
But the man worthwhile
Is the man who can smile
When everything goes dead wrong."

-Eldred G. Smith

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Opposition in Order to Strengthen Us

If you want to find who your leaders are, load them up with work, pour it on. You'll then find who the leaders are. -Eldred G. Smith (quoting Henry Kaiser )

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Opposition in Order to Strengthen Us

Opposition is good for us as long as we don't seek it for opposition's sake. -Eldred G. Smith

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Opposition in Order to Strengthen Us

The diamond is enhanced and made more valuable with polishing. Steel is made harder and more valuable through tempering. So also opposition builds the character of man. -Eldred G. Smith

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Opposition in Order to Strengthen Us

We must also have the bitter in order to know the sweet. Sometimes some of us think we have the bitter and not enough of the sweet. This is normal. We all have our trials of life to strengthen us. -Eldred G. Smith

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -"Because I Live Ye Shall Live Also"

I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. -John 14:18 -Shayne M. Bowen

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -A Fortune to Share

You can change your circumstances by changing your attitudes of mind. -Sterling W. Sill (Quoting William James)

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -A Fortune to Share

Adopt some good attitudes, think like a man, be responsible, and go to work. -Sterling W. Sill

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -I Know It. I Live It. I Love It.

Knowledge is necessary to life and godliness. Knowledge is the power of God unto salvation. -Ann M. Dibb (quoting Joseph Smith)

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -I Know It. I Live It. I Love It.

I'm a Mormon. I know it. I live it. I love it. -Ann M. Dibb

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -I Know It. I Live It. I Love It.

The blessings you receive because of your goodness affect not only your lives but also my life and the lives of countless others in profound but often unknown ways. -Ann M. Dibb

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -I Know It. I Live It. I Love It.

All truth and knowledge is important, but amidst the constant distractions of our daily lives, we must especially pay attention to increasing our gospel knowledge so we can understand how to apply gospel principles to our lives. -Ann M. Dibbs

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Can Ye Feel So Now?

Have the courage to say no, defend truth, and bear powerful testimony. -Quentin L. Cook

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Can Ye Feel So Now?

We must never forsake the Master. -Quentin L. Cook

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Can Ye Feel So Now?

When you joined this Church you enlisted to serve God. When you did that you left the neutral ground, and you never can [go] back. -Quentin L. Cook (quoting Joseph Smith)

G.C. Droplets October 2012 -Can Ye Feel So Now?

It is never too late to make the Savior's Atonement the foundation of our faith and lives. -Quentin L. Cook

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -"I Will Go and Do the Things Which the Lord Hath Commanded"

One man touches a city, a city touches a state, a state touches a nation, and a nation touches the world. -L. Tom Perry

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Your Wonderful Journey Home

Having a map doesn't do any good unless you study it--unless you use it to navigate through life. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Be Not Moved!

Your choices matter. Your choices now not only affect you, but they also affect others. They are of eternal significance. Be not moved! -Elaine S. Dalton

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Be Not Moved!

No amount of peer pressure, no acceptance, no popularity is worth a compromise. -Elaine S. Dalton

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Be Not Moved!

There are no small decisions. The choices you are making right now are of critical importance. -Elaine S. Dalton

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Be Not Moved!

Be not moved in choosing right. -Elaine S. Dalton

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Be Not Moved!

You are facing gale-force winds of opposition, adversity, peer pressure, and moral pollution. And yet you are standing immovable and living the gospel in the face of these raging storms in our society. -Elaine S. Dalton

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -When You Save a Girl, You Save Generations

If the example we have received from our parents was not good, it is our responsibility to break the cycle ... and teach correct traditions for the generations that follow. -Mary N. Cook (quoting Robert D. Hales)

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Your Holy Place

Any time you have the courage to stand for what is right, especially in situations where no one else is willing to do so, you are creating a holy place. -Ann M. Dibb

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -You Are Different

As you place the weight of your influence on the side of good, truth, and beauty, your life will achieve an endless splendor, nobler than you might imagine. -David B. Haight

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -You Are Different

The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials. -David B. Haight

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Until We Meet Again

Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. -Psalm 30:5

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -You Are Different

If you speak and act with pure thoughts, happiness will follow like a shadow. -David B. Haight

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -You Are Different

Dare to think for yourself. Have the strength of character to act the way you know to be right. -David B. Haight

G.C. Droplets Octoer 1973 -Love and Forgive One Another

Many of our problems are blessings in disguise. -O. Leslie Stone

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Thou Shalt Love Thy Wife wiht All Thy Heart

It is not only marrying the right partner, it is being the right partner. -Henry D. Taylor

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Thou Shalt Love Thy Wife with All Thy Heart

A happy Home is where the wife is treated like a queen and the husband is treated like a king. -Henry D. Taylor

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Beautiful Mornings

If we humbly, quietly trust in the Lord, He will give us strength and guidance in every challenge we face. -Bruce D. Porter

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Beautiful Mornings

No human power can stay its course, for God is the author of this work and Jesus Christ is the chief cornerstone -Bruce D. Porter

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Beautiful Mornings

We need not fear the future, nor falter in hope and good cheer, because God is with us. -Bruce D. Porter

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -There Is Need for Repentance

You can't repent too soon because you don't know how soon it will be too late. -ElRay L. Christiansen

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -There Is Need for Repentance

Repentance is not a negative teaching, but rather it is a positive process of building good character. -ElRay L. Christiansen

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -Being Accepted of the Lord

Being accepted by good people motivates us. It increases our sense of self-worth and self-confidence. -Erich W. Kopischke

G.C. Droplets October 1973 -Become Rich toward God

The human measure of human life is its income; the divine measure of a life is its outgo, its overflow its contribution to the welfare of all. -Rex D. Pinegar (quoting William Jennings Bryan)

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -The Home: The School of Life

A hug like heaven, a kiss like the sun, and an evening like the moon. Happy day, I love you. -Enrique R. Falabella

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -The Home: The School of Life

Just as plants wither with the lack of precious water, our love languishes and dies as we put to rest the words and acts of love. -Enrique R. Falabella

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -The Home: The School of Life

The words "I love you," "Thank you very much," and "Forgive me" are like a balm for the soul. They transform tears into happiness. They provide comfort to the weighed-down soul, and they confirm the tender feelings of our heart.  -Enrique R. Falabella

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -The Home: The School of Life

A child who sings is a happy child. -Enrique R. Falabella

G.C. Droplets April 2013 -The Home: The School of Life

In order to contend you need two people, and I will never be one of them. -Enrique R. Falabella