When I was a deacon, the ominous signs of the Great Depression began to appear. Tens of thousands lost their jobs. Money was scarce. Families had to do without. Some young people did not ask their mothers, 'What's for dinner?'… — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
Learning to endure times of disappointment, suffering, and sorrow is part of our on-the-job training. These experiences, while often difficult to bear at the time, are precisely the kinds of experiences that stretch our understanding, build our character, and increase… — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
As we progress and become more like the Savior, we can strengthen every group with whom we associate, including families and friends. — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
Although we might settle for less, Heavenly Father won't, for he sees us as the glorious beings we are capable of becoming. — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
My father was truly a great man. I remember one day putting my feet in my father's shoes. I was amazed at the size.… — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
The Savior was selfless. He viewed himself and his own needs as secondary, and he ministered to others tirelessly, lovingly, effectively. — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
Logic itself affirms that a loving Heavenly Father would not abandon His children without providing a way for them to learn of Him. — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
Building our homes as fortresses of righteousness for protection from the world takes constant labor and diligence. — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
The most treasured and sacred moments of our lives are those filled with the spirit of love. The greater the measure of our love,… — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
Desire, burning desire, is basic to achieving anything beyond the ordinary. — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
In the lonely hours, I have spent a great deal of time thinking about eternal things. I have contemplated the comforting doctrines of eternal… — Joseph B. Wirthlin Copy Share Image
