We are all busy. It's easy to find excuses for not reaching out to others, but I imagine they will sound as hollow to our Heavenly Father as the elementary school boy who gave his teacher a note asking that he be excused from school March 30th through the 34th. Joseph B. Wirthlin Teacher
Even when we make mistakes, we hope others will love us in spite of our shortcomings - even if we don't deserve it. Joseph B. Wirthlin Hope
Experience teaches that when the will and imagination are in conflict, the imagination usually wins. What we imagine may defeat our reason and make us slaves to what we taste, see, hear, smell, and feel in the mind's eye. The body is indeed the servant of the mind. Joseph B. Wirthlin Imagination
Kindness is the essence of greatness and the fundamental characteristic of the noblest men and women I have known. Joseph B. Wirthlin Men
We see ourselves in terms of yesterday and today. Our Heavenly Father sees us in terms of forever. Joseph B. Wirthlin Faith
Some people are weak in their faith and testimonies but are not even aware of how precarious their situation is. Many of them likely would be offended at the suggestion. Joseph B. Wirthlin Faith
In spite of discouragement and adversity, those who are happiest seem to have a way of learning from difficult times, becoming stronger, wiser and happier as a result. Joseph B. Wirthlin Learning
We've all met those who seem to radiate happiness. They seem to smile more than others; they laugh more than others - just being around them makes us happier as well. Joseph B. Wirthlin Smile
There is no limit to the potential of brethren working together in complete brotherhood and selflessness toward spiritual goals. The power of God working through such channels will bring unimaginable blessings to all concerned. Joseph B. Wirthlin God
Many years ago, large packs of wolves roamed the countryside in Ukraine, making travel in that part of the world very dangerous. These wolf packs were fearless. They were not intimidated by people nor by any of the weapons available at that time. The only thing that seemed to frighten them was fire. Joseph B. Wirthlin Travel
The people who misuse the Sabbath lose the blessings of spiritual food and growth promised to those who keep this commandment. Joseph B. Wirthlin Food
There is no limit to the potential of brethren working together in complete brotherhood and selflessness toward spiritual goals. The power of God working through such channels will bring unimaginable blessings to all concerned. Joseph B. Wirthlin Power
Knowledge is very important and one of the few things that accompanies us into the next life. Joseph B. Wirthlin Knowledge
We should always be learning. However, we must be careful not to set aside our faith in the process, because faith actually enhances our ability to learn. Joseph B. Wirthlin Learning
Many in the world are searching, often intensely, for a source of refreshment that will quench their yearning for meaning and direction in their lives. They crave a cool, satisfying drink of insight and knowledge that will soothe their parched souls. Joseph B. Wirthlin Knowledge
The notion that you can endanger your physical and mental health by letting strong passions go unsatisfied is a vicious falsehood. Joseph B. Wirthlin Health
Great leaders communicate a vision that captures the imagination and fires the hearts and minds of those around them. Joseph B. Wirthlin Great
Kindness is the essence of greatness and the fundamental characteristic of the noblest men and women I have known. Joseph B. Wirthlin Women
Each minute is a little thing, and yet, with respect to our personal productivity, to manage the minute is the secret of success. Joseph B. Wirthlin Respect