Ezra Taft Benson

“In general, the more food we eat in its natural state - without additives - and the less it is refined, the healthier it will be for us. Food can affect the mind, and deficiencies of certain...”

“There are blessings in being close to the soil, in raising your own food even if it is only a garden in your yard and a fruit tree or two. Those families will be fortunate who, in the last d...”

“If a man does not control his temper, it is a sad admission that he is not in control of his thoughts.”

“Pride is a sin that can readily be seen in others but is rarely admitted in ourselves.”

“The proud make every man their adversary by pitting their intellects, opinions, works, wealth, talents, or any other worldly measuring device against others.”

“The greatest events of history are those which affect the greatest number for the longest periods.”

“The condition of the physical body can affect the spirit.”

“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 f...”

“Satan works through human agents.”

“Godly sorrow is a gift of the Spirit. It is a deep realization that our actions have offended our Father and our God. It is the sharp and keen awareness that our behavior caused the Savior,...”

“Some spiritually alert parents hold early-morning devotionals with their families in their homes. They have a hymn, prayer, and then read and discuss the Book of Mormon.”

“Go on daddy-daughter dates and father-and-sons' outings with your children. As a family, go on campouts and picnics, to ball games and recitals, to school programs, and so forth. Having Dad...”

“The sacred title of 'father' is shared with the Almighty.”

“Many a family, in order to make a 'proper showing,' will commit itself for a larger and more expensive house than is needed, in an expensive neighborhood. Almost everyone would, it seems, li...”

“One of the joys of working with boys is that you get your pay as you go along. You can observe the results of your leadership daily... Such satisfaction cannot be purchased at any price; it...”

“Beguiling voices in the world cry out for 'alternative lifestyles' for women. They maintain that some women are better suited for careers than for marriage and motherhood.”

“We must not lose hope. Hope is an anchor to the souls of men. Satan would have us cast away that anchor.”

“I firmly believe in prayer. It is possible to reach out and tap the unseen power which gives strength and anchor in time of need.”

“I have seen what the days of tribulation can do to people. I have seen hunger stalk the streets of Europe. I have witnessed the appalling, emaciated shadows of human figures. I have seen wom...”

“To the proud, the applause of the world rings in their ears; to the humble, the applause of heaven warms their hearts.”