Friday, November 30, 2018

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -One in Christ

As we encourage, support, and love each other, we combine to form a mighty force for good in the world. -Ulisses Soares

Thursday, November 29, 2018

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -"Some Great Thing"

Often we cannot see the potential in doing seemingly small things. -James E. Faust

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -"Some Great Thing"

We show our love for the Savior by doing the many small acts of faith, devotion, and kindness to others that define our character. -James E. Faust

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -"Some Great Thing"

We do not prove our love for the Savior only by doing "some great thing." -James E. Faust

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Come, Listen to a Prophet's Voice

Listening to and hearkening to living prophets will have profound, even life-changing effects in our lives. We are strengthened. We are more assured and confident in the Lord. We hear the word of the Lord. We feel God's love. We will know how to conduct our lives with purpose. -Dean M. Davies

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Create or Continue Priesthood Links

In the service of the Lord, it is not where you serve but how. -Keith K. Hilbig (quoting J. Reuben Clark Jr.)

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Firm and Steadfast in the Faith of Christ

Regardless of what others may say or do, no one can ever take away a witness to your heart and mind about what is true. -D. Todd Christofferson (quoting Russell M. Nelson)

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Gratitude

Gratitude is said to be the memory of the heart. -Steven E. Snow (quoting Joseph F. Smith)

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Gratitude

The spirit of gratitude is always pleasant and satisfying because it carries with it a sense of helpfulness to others; it begets love and friendship, and engenders divine influence. -Steven E. Snow (quoting Joseph F. Smith)

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Gratitude

Isn't it ironic that we will often travel many miles to see the wonders of nature or the creations of man, but yet ignore the beauty in our own backyard? -Steven E. Snow

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Truth and the Plan

Our personal decisions should be based on information from sources that are qualified on the subject and free from selfish motivations. -Dallin H. Oaks

Tuesday, November 27, 2018

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Truth and the Plan

Expertise in one field should not be taken as expertise on truth in other subjects. -Dallin H. Oaks

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Truth and the Plan

We need to be cautious as we seek truth and choose sources for that search. -Dallin H. Oaks

G.C. Droplets April 1984 -Restoring the Lost Sheep

It is not enough to do our best. Unless we do all we can, we do less than we ought. We must succeed in doing what is necessary. Unless we get the job done, it is not enough. -Joseph B. Wirthlin (quoting Marion G. Romney)

G.C. Droplets April 1984 -Restoring the Lost Sheep

It is a well-known fact that the attitude, the thinking of each of us, must be right before we can do what's right. -Joseph B. Wirthlin

G.C. Droplets April 1984 -Restoring the Lost Sheep

What I say, however, won't do any good unless what is said fits in with what the listener wants for himself and has a profound hunger to attain. -Joseph B. Wirthlin

G.C. Droplets April 1984 -Restoring the Lost Sheep

Desire, burning desire, is basic to achieving anything beyond the ordinary. -Joseph B. Wirthlin

Monday, November 26, 2018

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Our Duty to God

I make you a promise that God will not forsake you if you will walk in His paths with the guidance of His commandments. -Cecil O. Samuelson Jr. (quoting Gordon B. Hinckley)

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Gather Together in One All Things in Christ

Church organizations and programs exist to bless individuals and families and are not ends in themselves. -David A. Bednar

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Gather Together in One All Things in Christ

Only as we gather together in one all things in Christ, with firm focus upon Him, can gospel truths synergistically enable us to become what God desires us to become and endure valiantly to the end. -David A. Bednar

Friday, November 23, 2018

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Fulfilling Our Duty to God

You live in a day of great challenges and opportunities. You have been called to make a difference in the world. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Fulfilling Our Duty to God

The choices you make today will directly influence the number and kinds of opportunities you will have in the future. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Fulfilling Our Duty to God

Get on your knees each day and express to God the desires of your heart. He is the source of all wisdom and will give you answers to your prayers. Be humble and willing to listen to the whisperings of the Spirit. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Be Not Troubled

Optimism, courage, even charity come from a heart not burdened by troubles or turmoil. -Ronald A. Rasband

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Be Not Troubled

If we actively trust in the Lord and His ways, if we are engaged in His work, we will not fear the trends of the world or be troubled by them. -Ronald A. Rasband

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Be Not Troubled

Our love of God counters all fears. -Ronald A. Rasband

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Be Not Troubled

In the coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost. -Ronald A. Rasband (quoting Russell M. Nelson) 

Thursday, November 22, 2018

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Doctrine of Inclusion

If our history teaches us nothing else, it should teach us to respect the rights of all people to peacefully coexist with one another. -M. Russell Ballard

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Doctrine of Inclusion

Friendship should never be offered as a means to an end; it can and should be an end unto itself. -M. Russell Ballard

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Doctrine of Inclusion

Each of us is an individual. Each of us is different. There must be respect for those differences. -M. Russell Ballard (quoting Gordon B. Hinckley)

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Doctrine of Inclusion

Practice yourselves the principle of inclusion of others and not exclusion because of religious, political, or cultural differences. -M. Russell Ballard

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Doctrine of Inclusion

Funny thing about assumptions--they can cut away the very roots of something that could flourish and grow if given a chance. -M. Russell Ballard (quoting Shauna Erickson)

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -Doctrine of Inclusion

We should love, esteem, respect, and serve one another despite our deepest differences--including religious, political, and cultural differences. -M. Russell Ballard

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Laying the Foundation of a Great Work

When parents exercise faith by teaching children candidly, lovingly and doing all they can to help them along the way, they receive greater hope that the seeds being sown will take root within the hearts and minds of their children. -Steven R. Bangerter

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Laying the Foundation of a Great Work

Wherefore, be not weary in well-doing, for ye are laying the foundation of a great work. And out of small things proceedeth that which is great. -Steven R. Bangerter (D&C 64:33)

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

G.C. Droplets April 1984 -Patterns of Prayer

Prayer is a great tower of strength, a pillar of unending righteousness, a mighty force that moves mountains and saves souls. -Bruce R. McConkie

G.C. Droplets October 2001 -"Like a Watered Garden"

They went forward in faith--faith in God, faith in revealed principle, faith in us. They never looked back. -Jeffrey R. Holland

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice

Everyone faces hard things. -M. Joseph Brough

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice

Sometimes the Lord asks us to do a hard thing, and sometimes our challenges are created by our own or others' use of agency. -M. Joseph Brough

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice

Frequently, our first reaction to hard things is "Why me?" Asking why, however, never takes away the hard thing. The Lord requires that we overcome challenges, and He has indicated "that all these things shall give [us] experience, and shall be for [our] good." -M. Joseph Brough   (D&C 122:7)

Sunday, November 11, 2018

Thursday, November 1, 2018

G.C. Droplets October 2018 -Sisters' Participation in the Gathering of Israel

I invite you to participate in a 10-day fast from social media and from any other media that bring negative and impure thoughts to your mind. Pray to know which influences to remove during your fast. -Russell M. Nelson


-This blog will be taking a 10 day break. Posts will resume on Nov. 11. :)