Elder Stephen A. West
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"In these times when so much of our daily experience seems to point to a world moving in the wrong direction, may we take courage, faith and comfort from the small, quiet and gentle acts of caring, loving, humble and dedicated followers of Christ."
Members can be inspired by small modern-day experiences that are witnessed by few but show there are exemplary people who live in difficult conditions.
Some members may be like a heavily worn copy of The Book of Mormon — tattered and worn on the outside — but inside having great thoughts.
"Wherefore, be not weary in well-doing, for ye are laying the foundation of a great work. And out of small things proceedeth that which is great."
Among other things in the meridian of time, the Savior gave a kind word, real and spiritual food to the hungry and counsel to those in need.
"May we similarly replicate in our own lives the very lessons the Savior taught almost 2,000 years ago is my prayer."
