Elder Stanley G. Ellis
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"Brethren, think of what the Lord has given us — his authority and power! The power and authority to act for him in all things pertaining to his work!
"With this priesthood power, and when necessary, the authorization of those with the appropriate keys, we can perform the ordinances of salvation in his name ...."
What a trust he has placed in us! Think of it, brethren, he trusts us!"
"The Lord is careful with his priesthood — to exercise his power and authority is a sacred trust. How wonderful that we have earned the trust of God!"
"One reason we must maintain our worthiness is that we never know when we will be called upon to use the priesthood."
"As we say in Scouting, 'Be prepared.'"
"When we receive the priesthood, we do so by covenant. A covenant is a mutual promise. He promises to bless us on certain conditions. We promise to fulfill those conditions. As we do so, the Lord always keeps his word and gives us the blessing. Usually he gives us more than agreed."
"The scriptures contain many passages of direction and warning to holders of the priesthood. One of the best is section 121 of the Doctrine and Covenants. In those few verses the Lord teaches us that the priesthood can only be exercised in righteousness."
