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Priesthood capsules

Published: Saturday, April 11, 1998

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Commandments

God, through His Son Jesus Christ, has established boundaries. These are the commandments that He gives to us to help us make the journey safely. - Elder James M. Paramore

Marriage

You will know no greater happiness than that found in your home. . . . The truest mark of your success in life will be the quality of your marriage. - President Gordon B. Hinckley

Missionary work

The excitement and thrill of being a full-time missionary is one of the greatest blessings a young man of the Aaronic Priesthood can aspire to. - Elder Earl C. Tingey

Pursuit of goodness

Members of the Church are to seek after loveliness. We do not seek a veneer painted on by a worldly brush, but the pure, innate beauty that God has planted in our souls. - President James E. Faust

Safety

The sea of life can at times become turbulent. Crashing waves of emotional conflict may break all around us. Chart your course, be cautious and follow the safety measures outlined. - President Thomas S. Monson

Work

I have not seen any perspiration-free shortcuts to the celestial kingdom; there is no easy escalator to take us there. - Elder Neal A. Maxwell