Children Quote by D. Todd Christofferson
““As men of the priesthood, we have an essential role to play in society, at home, and in the Church. But we must be men that women can trust, that children can trust, and that God can trust. In the Church and kingdom of God in these latter days, we cannot afford to have boys and men who are drifting. We cannot afford young men who lack self-discipline and live only to be entertained. … We cannot afford to have those who exercise the Holy Priesthood, after the Order of the Son of God, waste their strength in pornography or spend their lives in cyberspace (ironically being of the world, while not being in the world). … “Of the many places you are needed, one of the very most important is your priesthood quorum. We need quorums that provide spiritual nourishment to members on Sunday and that also serve. We need leaders of quorums who focus on doing the Lord’s work and on supporting quorum members and their families.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, April 2023
Priests must be trustworthy, disciplined, and avoid distractions to support families and communities effectively.
In simple terms: Priests should be reliable and focused, not waste time on frivolous activities.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate integrity and service in leadership roles.
Themes
trust
discipline
service
leadership
family
Mood
serious
hopeful
determined
Type
advice
motivational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- Sunday meetings
- family counseling
- youth mentorship
- online conduct
- personal discipline
Key Concepts
spiritual nourishment
community building
moral standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How can priests model healthy digital habits?
- What practices reinforce trust in a quorum?
A Different Perspective
Balancing modern technology with spiritual duties can be challenging.
