Thursday, April 30, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Take Up Our Cross
We need to trust the Lord enough to be still and know that He is God, that He knows all things, and that He is aware of each of us. -Ulisses Soares
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Take Up Our Cross
Sometimes we seek for a blessing and set a time limit for the Lord to fulfill it. We cannot condition our faithfulness to Him by imposing upon Him a deadline for the answers to our desires. -Ulisses Soares
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Take Up Our Cross
We must remember that taking our cross upon ourselves includes being humble and trusting in God and in His infinite wisdom. -Ulisses Soares
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Deep in Our Heart
We are not expected to find or walk the covenant path alone. -Douglas D. Holmes
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Deep in Our Heart
The Lord continues to put in place, through His prophets, all that is needed to help us prepare to receive Him. -Douglas D. Holmes
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Missionary Service
Secure your individual testimony of the truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Know for yourself that you hold the priesthood and that Jesus Christ is your Savior. -Earl C. Tingey
Monday, April 27, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Power to Overcome the Adversary
It is through prayer that we can feel the love of God and show our love for Him. -Peter M. Johnson
Sunday, April 26, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Spiritually Defining Memories
Faith, obedience, humility, and real intent open the windows of heaven. -Neil L. Andersen
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Spiritually Defining Memories
From time to time, God powerfully and very personally assures each of us that He knows us and loves us and that He is blessing us specifically and openly. -Neil L. Andersen
Saturday, April 25, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -Atonement, Agency, Accountability
Atonement is really three words: At-one-ment, meaning to set at one, one with God; to reconcile, to conciliate, to expiate. -Boyd K. Packer
Friday, April 24, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"Put Your Shoulder to the Wheel"
Work is always a spiritual necessity even if, for some, work is not an economic necessity. -Neal A. Maxwell
Thursday, April 23, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Giving Our Spirits Control over Our Bodies
Man's earthly existence is but a test as to whether he will concentrate his efforts, his mind, his soul, upon things which contribute to the comfort and gratification of his physical nature, or whether he will make as his life's [purpose] the acquisition of spiritual qualities. -M. Russell Ballard (quoting David O. McKay)
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Giving Our Spirits Control over Our Bodies
Today, "living right" can be a pretty confusing concept. -M. Russell Ballard
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -An Especially Noble Calling
We all seek God's power in our lives. -Joy D. Jones
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -An Especially Noble Calling
We are always progressing as long as we are striving to follow the Lord. -Joy D. Jones
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -An Especially Noble Calling
The Lord loves effort, because effort brings rewards that can't come without it. -Russell M. Nelson
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -An Especially Noble Calling
The righteous woman's strength and influence today can be tenfold what it might be in more tranquil times. -Joy D. Jones (quoting Spencer W. Kimball)
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -An Especially Noble Calling
We have a divine errand from the Lord, and our faithful unique contributions are vital. -Joy D. Jones
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Knowing, Loving, and Growing
Heavenly Father will never leave us when we reach for Him. -Hans T. Boom
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Ensuring A Righteous Judgement
Accountability for sin depends on the light we have been given and hinges on our ability to exercise our agency. -James R. Rasband
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Ensuring A Righteous Judgment
Restoring what you cannot restore, healing the wound you cannot heal, fixing that which you broke and you cannot fix is the very purpose of the atonement of Christ. -James R. Rasband (quoting Boyd K. Packer)
Monday, April 20, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Ensuring A Righteous Judgment
The truths of the Book of Mormon have the power to heal, comfort, restore, succor, strengthen, console, and cheer our souls. -James R. Rasband (quoting Russell M. Nelson)
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -While They Are Waiting
If all else fails, remember: God and one other person can be a family. -Marvin J. Ashton
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -While They Are Waiting
Prayer can give guidance and confidence. It reminds us that no one need to be alone in this world. -Marvin J. Ashton
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -While They Are Waiting
Communication should be kind, gentle, open, and constructive. -Marvin J. Ashton
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -While They Are Waiting
Love should be a vehicle allowed to travel without limitations. -Marvin J. Ashton
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -While They Are Waiting
People must always count more than programs. -Marvin J. Ashton
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -While They Are Waiting
In life there is no waiting period before we can come unto God. In our weakness we know where we can turn for strength. -Marvin J. Ashton
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -While They Are Waiting
We need to learn to love everyone, even those who are difficult. -Marvin J. Ashton
Sunday, April 19, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -While They Are Waiting
The worst sin towards our fellow creatures is not to hate them, but to be indifferent to them. -Marvin J. Ashton (quoting George Bernard Shaw)
Saturday, April 18, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Marvelous Are the Revelations of the Lord
The Lord can only reveal light and truth to us as we are prepared to receive it. -M. Russell Ballard
Friday, April 17, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Holiness and the Plan of Happiness
Whatever our personal circumstance, wherever we may be on the covenant path home, may our prayers for greater holiness be answered. -Henry B. Eyring
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Holiness and the Plan of Happiness
When we choose to repent, we choose to change! We allow the Savior to transform us into the best version of ourselves. -Henry B. Eyring (quoting Russell M. Nelson)
Thursday, April 16, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Shall We Not Go On in So Great a Cause?
The Savior is pleased when we present Him an offering from our hearts in righteousness. -M. Russell Ballard
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -To Help a Loved One in Need
When the things you realistically can do to help are done, leave the matter in the hands of the Lord and worry no more. Do not feel guilty because you cannot do more. Do not waste your energy on useless worry. -Richard G. Scott
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -To Help a Loved One in Need
When you have done all that you can reasonably do, rest the burden in the hands of the Lord. -Richard G. Scott
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -To Help a Loved One in Need
Love without limitations. -Richard G. Scott
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Tuesday, April 14, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -The Kingdom's Perfecting Pathway
The Lord's kingdom is by no means a closed community. The Lord invites all people to travel this perfecting pathway of divine truth. -Dale E. Miller
Monday, April 13, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -The Second Great Commandment
Our greatest joy comes as we help our brothers and sisters, no matter where we live in this wonderful world. -Russell M. Nelson
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -The Second Great Commandment
As we travel, our hope is to build your faith. Yet we always return having had our faith strengthened by the members and friends we meet. -Russell M. Nelson
Sunday, April 12, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Opening Message
The Lord has implored us to stand in holy places and "be not moved." -Russell M. Nelson
G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Opening Message
Equally crucial is our need to fill our personal spiritual storehouses with faith, truth, and testimony. -Russell M. Nelson
Saturday, April 11, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -God's Love for His Children
Think of what would happen if all of us took time to look carefully at the wonders of nature that surround us and devoted ourselves to learning more about this world that God created for us! -M. Russell Ballard
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Christ Can Change Human Behavior
Christ changes men, who then change their environment. The world would shape human behavior, but Christ can change human nature. -Richard E. Cook (quoting Ezra Taft Benson)
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Christ Can Change Human Behavior
The commandments of God give emphasis to improvement of the individual as the only real way to bring about the real improvement of society. -Richard E. Cook (quoting Ezra Taft Benson)
Friday, April 10, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Christ Can Change Human Behavior
The most satisfying experience I have is to see what this gospel does for people. It gives them a new outlook on life. It gives them a perspective that they have never felt before. It raises their sights to things noble and divine. Something happens to them that is miraculous to behold. They look to Christ and come alive. - Richard E. Cook (quoting Gordon B. Hinckley)
Thursday, April 9, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Deceive Me Not
Command the enemy of your soul by saying: "Go away! You have no glory. Do not tempt or lie to me! For I know I am a child of God. And I will always call upon my God for His help." -Gary E. Stevenson
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -An Invitation to Exaltation
We enter mortality not to float with the moving currents of life, but with the power to think, to reason, and to achieve. -Thomas S. Monson
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -An Invitation to Exaltation
Decisions determine destiny. -Thomas S. Monson
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"A Teacher Come from God"
Satan is certainly not subtle in his teachings; why should we be? Whether we are instructing our children at home or standing before an audience in church, let us never make our faith difficult detect. -Jeffrey R. Holland
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"A Teacher Come from God"
No eternal learning can take place without that quickening of the Spirit from heaven. -Jeffrey R. Holland
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"A Teacher Come from God"
We all need to be touched and nurtured by the Spirit. -Jeffrey R. Holland (quoting Spencer W. Kimball)
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"A Teacher Come from God"
To teach effectively and to feel you are succeeding is demanding work indeed. -Jeffrey R. Holland
Monday, April 6, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -The Savior's Touch
A God we can trust emboldens our hope. We can trust Him because He loves us and wants what is best for us in every circumstance. -Walter F. Gonzalez
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -The Savior's Touch
Whatever our circumstances might be, we can exercise our faith to come unto Christ and find a God we can trust. -Walter F. Gonzalez
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -The Savior's Touch
Sometimes--in one way or another--we too can feel broken, whether due to our own actions or those of others, due to circumstances we can or cannot control. In such moments, we can place our will in His hands. -Walter F. Gonzalez
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -The Savior's Touch
We can find strength and comfort in this life by accepting His will and knowing that He wants to bless us. -Walter F. Gonzalez
Sunday, April 5, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -To the Single Adult Brethren of the Church
Put your trust in the Lord, have faith, and it will work out. -Ezra Taft Benson
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -To the Single Adult Brethren of the Church
Fears must be replaced with faith. -Ezra Taft Benson
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -To the Single Adult Brethren of the Church
Serve cheerfully and gratefully in every calling you receive. -Ezra Taft Benson
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -To the Single Adult Brethren of the Church
I want you to know of my great love for each of you. I have great expectations for you and a great hope in you. You have so much to contribute to the Lord and to the kingdom of God now and in the future. -Ezra Taft Benson
Saturday, April 4, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -The Articles of Faith
Agency is one of the great gifts of God to His children. It allows all men and women the right to choose for themselves and to earn their own individual salvation. -L. Tom Perry
Friday, April 3, 2020
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Your Great Adventure
The restored gospel of Jesus Christ is given to us in a plain and simple way that a child can understand it. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf
G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Your Great Adventure
The restored gospel is, in a sense, a renewal of the call to adventure we accepted so long ago. -Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Thursday, April 2, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -The Aaronic Priesthood-a Gift from God
Make yourselves worthy in every respect, and the Lord will bless you. -Gordon B. Hinckley
G.C. Droplets April 1988 -The Aaronic Priesthood--a Gift from God
You cannot consistently so serve on the Sabbath and fail to live the standards of the Church during the week. -Gordon B. Hinckley
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart"
We should not allow our personal values to erode, even if others think we are peculiar. -James E. Faust
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart"
Our real character, must as we would wish, cannot be hidden. It shines from within us transparently. Attempts to deceive others only deceive ourselves. -James E. Faust
G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart"
We must at times search our own souls and discover what we really are. -James E. Faust
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