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We must share the gospel with others. That is our responsibility-every member a missionary. That is the call of prophets of God. ...Member-missionary work is one of the great keys to the individual growth of our

We must share the gospel with others. That is our responsibility-every member a missionary. That is the call of prophets of God. ...Member-missionary work is one of the great keys to the individual growth of our members. It is my conviction that member-missionary work will raise the spirituality in any ward where applied

Ezra Taft Benson
Responsibility, Keys, Growth

A good name is still to be preferred to great riches. Especially is it to be preferred to the appearance of riches, acquired with nothing down and nothing to pay for two months.

Ezra Taft Benson
Names, Down And, Pay
"So Shall Ye Reap".

The great task of life is to learn the will of the Lord and then do it.

Ezra Taft Benson
Tasks, Life Is, Lord
Ezra Taft Benson (1988). “The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson”, Bookcraft Pubs

One good yardstick as to whether a person might be the right one for you is this: in her presence, do you think your noblest thoughts, do you aspire to your finest deeds, do you wish you were better than you are?

Ezra Taft Benson
Thinking, Funny Marriage, Wish
Ezra Taft Benson (1988). “The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson”, Bookcraft Pubs

To love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength is all-consuming and all-encompassin g. It is no lukewarm endeavor. It is total commitment of our very being-physicall y, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually-to a love of the Lord.

Ezra Taft Benson
Heart, Commitment, Soul

It is a fundamental truth that the responsibilities of motherhood cannot be successfully delegated. No, not to day-care centers, not to schools, not to nurseries, not to babysitters.

Ezra Taft Benson
Responsibility, School, Motherhood
Ezra Taft Benson (1988). “The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson”, Bookcraft Pubs

Have good associates or don't associate at all. Be careful in the selection of your friends. If in the presence of certain persons you are lifted to nobler heights, you are in good company. But if your friends or associates encourage base thoughts, then you had best leave them.

Ezra Taft Benson
Friendship, Height, Good Company
Ezra Taft Benson (1974). “God, family, country: our three great loyalties”

Mothers, train up your children in righteousness; do not attempt to save the world and let your own family fall apart.

Ezra Taft Benson
Mother, Children, Fall
Ezra Taft Benson (1969). “An enemy hath done this”

The proud depend upon the world to tell them whether they have value or not. Their self-esteem is determined by where they are judged to be on the ladders of worldly success. They feel worthwhile as individuals if the numbers beneath them in achievement, talent, beauty, or intellect are large enough.

Ezra Taft Benson
Self Esteem, Numbers, Achievement

One of the cardinal sins in our country is profanity -- the taking of the name of the Lord in vain.

Ezra Taft Benson
Country, Names, Sin
Ezra Taft Benson (1988). “The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson”, Bookcraft Pubs

In the beginning, Adam — not Eve— was instructed to earn the bread by the sweat of his brow. Contrary to conventional wisdom, a mother's calling is in the home, not in the marketplace.

Ezra Taft Benson
Mother, Home, Sweat
"The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson".

Mothers, take time to be a real friend to your children. Listen to your children, really listen. Talk with them, laugh and joke with them, sing with them, cry with them, hug them, honestly praise them. Yes, regularly spend unused one-on-one time with each child. Be a real friend to your children.

Ezra Taft Benson
Mother, Children, Real
Ezra Taft Benson (1990). “Come, Listen to a Prophet's Voice”, Shadow Mountain

When I think of how we show faith, I cannot help but think of the example of my own father. I recall vividly how the spirit of missionary work came into my life. I was about thirteen years of age when my father received a call to go on a mission.

Ezra Taft Benson
Father, Thinking, Years

Many a man in his hour of trial has turned to the Book of Mormon and been enlightened, enlivened, and comforted. The psalms in the Old Testament have a special food for the soul of one in distress.

Ezra Taft Benson
Book, Men, Soul
Ezra Taft Benson (1988). “The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson”, Bookcraft Pubs

With good health, all other activities of life are greatly enhanced. A clean mind in a healthy body enables one to render far more effective service to others. It helps one provide more vigorous leadership. It gives our every experience in life more zest and more meaning.

Ezra Taft Benson
Exercise, Zest, Giving
"God, family, country: our three great loyalties".

One who is kind is sympathetic and gentle with others. He is considerate of others feelings and courteous in his behavior. He has a helpful nature. Kindness pardons others? weaknesses and fault. Kindness is extended to all--to the aged and the young, to animals, to those low of stations as well as the high.

Ezra Taft Benson
Kindness, Animal, Feelings
Ezra Taft Benson (1988). “The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson”, Bookcraft Pubs

We must be devoted to sound principles in word and deed: principle above party, principle above pocketbook, principle above popularity.

Ezra Taft Benson
Party, Sound, Principles
Ezra Taft Benson (1974). “God, family, country: our three great loyalties”

A positive self-image has little relationship to our material circumstances.

Ezra Taft Benson
Self, Littles, Circumstances
Ezra Taft Benson (1988). “The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson”, Bookcraft Pubs

This latter day work is spiritual. It takes spirituality to comprehend it, to love it, to discern it. Therefore, seek the spirit in all you do. Keep it with you continually. That is our challenge.

Ezra Taft Benson
Spiritual, Challenges, Latter

Ponder the significance of the responsibility the Lord has given to us. The Lord has counseled, "Let the solemnities of eternity rest upon your minds." (D&C 43:34.) You cannot do that when your minds are preoccupied with the cares of the world.

Ezra Taft Benson
Responsibility, Mind, Balance

The body needs the rejuvenation that comes from exercise. Walking in the fresh air can be exhilarating and refreshing. Properly directed running can also have some beneficial effects. Simple sit-ups or sports activities can also be helpful.

Ezra Taft Benson
Sports, Running, Exercise
Ezra Taft Benson (1983). “Come unto Christ”, Deseret Book Co

Personal revelation, consecration of performance, attention to detail, and dependency on God-with these qualities you cannot fail.

Ezra Taft Benson
Success, Quality, Details

Daily, constantly, we choose by our desires, our thoughts, and our actions whether we want to be blessed or cursed, happy or miserable.

Ezra Taft Benson
Blessed, Desire, Want

Physical well-being is not only a priceless asset to oneself-it is a heritage to be passed on. With good health, all other activities of life are greatly enhanced. A clean mind in a healthy body enables one to render far more effective service to others. It helps one provide more vigorous leadership. It gives our every experience in life more zest and more meaning. Robust health is a noble and worthwhile attainment.

Ezra Taft Benson
Exercise, Zest, Giving

For years we have heard of the role the Elders could play in saving the Constitution from total destruction. But how can the Elders be expected to save it if they have not studied it and are not sure if it is being destroyed or what is destroying it.

Ezra Taft Benson
Play, Years, Roles
Ezra Taft Benson (1988). “The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson”, Bookcraft Pubs

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