Sunday, May 31, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Tithing: A Privilege

If we are right with the Lord, then, as we face adversity, we can be assured that we will be blessed with faith, strength, wisdom, and help from others--with all that is necessary not only to overcome but to learn and to grow from these experiences. -Ronald E. Poelman

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Tithing: A Privilege

That which we return to the Lord as tithing is indeed made sacred, and the obedient are edified. -Ronald E. Poelman 

Saturday, May 30, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"Behold, We Count Them Happy Which Endure"

Everyone has something they must learn to master. Some are just more obvious than others. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"Behold, We Count Them Happy Which Endure"

It is not a question of if we are ready for the tests; it is a matter of when. We must prepare to be ready for tests that will present themselves without warning. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"Behold, We Count Them Happy Which Endure"

When one of us gives up and succumbs to the wiles of the adversary, we may lose more than our own soul. Our surrender could cause the loss of souls who respect us in this generation. Our capitulation to temptation could affect children and families for generations to come. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"Behold, We count Them Happy Which Endure"

The challenge is to live in the world yet not partake of the world's temptations which will lead us away from our spiritual goals. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -United in Accomplishing God's Work

Unity is essential to the divine work we are privileged and called to do, but it doesn't just happen. It takes effort and time to really counsel together--to listen to one another, understand others' viewpoints, and share experiences--but the process results in more inspired decisions. -Jean B. Bingham

Friday, May 29, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -United in Accomplishing God's Work

When women and men work together, we accomplish a great deal more than we do working separately. Our roles are complementary rather than competitive. -Jean B. Bingham

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -The Measure of Our Hearts

We will never approach godliness until we learn to love and lift. Indifference to others and their plight denies us life's sweetest moments of joy and service. -Marvin J. Ashton

Thursday, May 28, 2020

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -The Measure of Our Hearts

One may have many talents and knowledge but never acquire wisdom because he does not learn to be compassionate with his fellow man. -Marvin J. Ashton

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -The Measure of Our Hearts

When the Lord measures an individual, He does not take a tape measure around the person's head to determine his mental capacity, nor his chest to determine his manliness, but He measures the heart as an indicator of the persons's capacity and potential to bless others. -Marvin J. Ashton

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -The Relief Society

When you state a rule and include the exception in the same sentence, the exception is accepted first. -Boyd K. Packer

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -How the Priesthood Blesses Youth

The light within you will shine so bright that everyone you interact with will be blessed by just being in your company. -Enzo Serge Petelo

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -How the Priesthood Blesses Youth

You can be a beacon of light to all those who are unsure of themselves. -Enzo Serge Petelo

Monday, May 25, 2020

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -The Supernal Gift of the Atonement

I also pray that we may find shelter in the shadows of His outstretched arms and that He will be merciful and forgiving concerning our weaknesses. -James E. Faust

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -The Supernal Gift of the Atonement

I pray that our Savior will heal our souls, dry our tears, and create in each of us a pure heart. -James E. Faust

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -The Supernal Gift of the Atonement

It is not necessary for anyone to depend continually upon the testimony of another regarding the mediation, atonement, and resurrection of Christ as our Redeemer and Savior. Each can savor the sweetness of the truths of the gospel by obedience to the principals, ordinances, and covenants. -James E. Faust 

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -The Supernal Gift of the Atonement

The humblest and newest believer, the child, youth, or adult can come to have a personal conviction of the truth of eternal life. -James E. Faust

Sunday, May 24, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Testimony

We grow in faith and knowledge as we serve, as we study, as we pray. -Gordon B. Hinckley

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Testimony

Testimony is the great strength of the Church. It is the wellspring of faith and activity. It is difficult to explain. It is difficult to quantify. -Gordon B. Hinckley

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -How the Priesthood Blesses Youth

God is cheering for us. He wants us to return to Him. He knows us personally. He knows you. He loves us. He is always aware of us and blesses us even when we feel we don't deserve it. He knows what we need and when we need it. -Laudy Ruth Kaouk

Friday, May 22, 2020

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -Making Righteous Choices at the Crossroads of Life

After we have attained knowledge and understanding, it is important to feel that our decision is right. Then when we act, we will do what is right. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -Making Righteous Choices at the Crossroads of Life

Every time we make choices in our lives, we should weigh the ultimate effect our decisions will have on our goal of attaining eternal life. -Robert D. Hales

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -That We May Be One

The Spirit puts the testimony of truth in our hearts, which unifies those who share that testimony. -Henry B. Eyring

Tuesday, May 19, 2020

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -Addiction or Freedom

Choose to Believe. Believe in God. Accept yourself as His child, created in His image. He loves you and wants you to be happy. He wants you to grow through life's choices and become more like Him. -Russell M. Nelson

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -Addiction or Freedom

The choice for life brings an outlook of optimism. It breathes hope. It rekindles self-esteem. -Russell M. Nelson

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -Addiction or Freedom

Choose to be Alive
Choose to Believe
Choose to Change
Choose to Be Different
Choose to Exercise
Choose to Be Free

-Russel M. Nelson

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -Addiction to Freedom

Enslaving shackles of habit are too small to be sensed until they are too strong to be broken. -Russell M. Nelson

Monday, May 18, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Come unto Christ

Surely it pleases the Lord when we, His children, reach out to one another, to give help along the way, and to bring another closer to Christ. -Margaret D. Nadauld

Sunday, May 17, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -A Good Foundation against the Time to Come

Whether the days of their lives face steady or unsteady ground, their spiritual foundation is strong and immovable. -Gary E. Stevenson

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -A Good Foundation against the Time to Come

If I choose to not have faith then I choose to only walk in darkness. Because without faith darkness is all that is left. -Gary E. Stevenson

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -A Good Foundation against the Time to Come

The future of this life may be unknown but my faith is not. -Gary E. Stevenson

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -A Good Foundation against the Time to Come

Faith is what gets me through these dark times. Having faith doesn't mean nothing bad is going to happen. Having faith allows me to believe that there will be light again. And that light will be even brighter because I have walked through the dark. -Gary E. Stevenson

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -A Good Foundation against the Time to Come

God is in the details. -Gary E. Stevenson

Saturday, May 16, 2020

G.C. Droplets October 1988 -Flooding the Earth with the Book of Mormon

My beloved brothers and sisters, we hardly fathom the power of the Book of Mormon, nor the divine role it must play, nor the extent to which it must be moved. -Ezra Taft Benson

Friday, May 15, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Children and the Family

If real and lasting change is to occur, it will come only as we return to our spiritual moorings. -W. Eugene Hansen

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1988 -"Come unto Christ, and Be Perfected in Him"

Communicating with our Father in Heaven through prayer also brings a spiritual power and strength found in no other way. -Ezra Taft Benson

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Monday, May 11, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Look to God and Live

Whenever we are inclined to feel burdened down with the blows of life, let us remember that others have passed the same way, have endured, and then have overcome. -Thomas S. Monson

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -Look to God and Live

Life is a school of experience, a time of probation. We learn as we bear our afflictions and live through our heartaches. -Thomas S. Monson

Sunday, May 10, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -A Living Witness of the Living Christ

The Atonement of Jesus Christ is a free gift offered to all who have lived, who currently live, and who will live on the earth. -Gerald Causse

Saturday, May 9, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1988 -Without Guile

To be without guile is to be pure in heart--an essential virtue of those who would be counted among true followers of Christ. -Joseph B. Wirthlin

Thursday, May 7, 2020

Tuesday, May 5, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -In Harm's Way

Remember, the path we follow in this life leads to the path we follow in the next. -Thomas S. Monson

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -In Harm's Way

Friends help to determine your future. You will tend to be like them and to be found where they choose to go. -Thomas S. Monson

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -In Harm's Way

May I offer to you tonight six road signs which, when observed and followed, will guide you to safety. They are:
1. Choose good friends.
2. Seek parental guidance.
3. Study the gospel.
4. Obey the commandments.

5. Serve with love.
6. Pray with purpose.


-Thomas S. Monson

Monday, May 4, 2020

G.C. Droplets October 2019 -Closing Remarks

Individual worthiness requires a total conversion of mind and heart to be more like the Lord, to be an honest citizen, to be a better example, and to be a holier person. -Russell M. Nelson

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"We Seek After These Things"

Honesty is a very important part of character. -James E. Faust

Sunday, May 3, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"We Seek After These Things"

We can push some things away from us once and have done with them ... without having to brood and redecide a hundred times what it is we will do and what we will not do. -James E. Faust (quoting Spencer W. Kimball)

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Prayers of Faith

The prayer of faith is the key to revelation from God. -Henry B. Eyring

Saturday, May 2, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Prayers of Faith

The Holy Ghost can be our constant companion. A feeling of light will stay with us even as the world around us becomes darker. -Henry B. Eyring

G.C. Droplets April 2020 -Prayers of Faith

We as a people will become more united amid increasing conflict. We will be gathered in the spiritual strength of groups and families filled with gospel light. -Henry B. Eyring

Friday, May 1, 2020

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"The Heart and a Willing Mind"

The philosophies of men will ever be there, but they do not carry the promise of eternal life or even peace on this earth. -James M. Paramore

G.C. Droplets April 1998 -"The Heart and a Willing Mind"

The road given by our Father in Heaven is clearly marked, but the patterns and ways of the world can deceive you. -James M. Paramore