Thomas S. Monson
Thomas S. Monson
Thomas Spencer Monsonis an American religious leader, author, and the sixteenth and current President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As president, Monson is considered by adherents of the religion to be a "prophet, seer, and revelator." A printer by trade, Monson has spent most of his life engaged in various church leadership positions and in public service...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionClergyman
Date of Birth21 August 1927
CountryUnited States of America
journey perfect may
Life is perfect for none of us. Rather than being judgmental and critical of each other, may we have the pure love of Christ for our fellow travelers in this journey through life.
encouragement small-acts telephones
Often small acts of service are all that is required to lift and bless another: a question concerning a person's family, quick words of encouragement, a sincere compliment, a small note of thanks, a brief telephone call. If we are observant and aware, and if we act on the promptings which come to us, we can accomplish much good.
responsibility light
Ours is the responsibility to keep our light bright for others to see and follow.
kindness years concern-for-others
Because He came to earth, we have a perfect example to follow. As we strive to become more like Him, we will have joy and happiness in our lives and peace each day of the year. It is His example which, if followed, stirs within us more kindness and love, more respect and concern for others.
morning kindness might
As we arise each morning, let us determine to respond with love and kindness to whatever might come our way.
live-your-life way example
You can share your testimony in many ways, by the words you speak, by the example you set, by the manner in which you live your life.
miracle found priesthood
Miracles are everywhere to be found when the priesthood is understood, its power is honored and used properly, and faith is exerted.
inspirational spiritual failure
Our task is to become our best selves. One of God's greatest gifts to us is the joy of trying again, for no failure ever need be final.
children believe reality
So frequently we mistakenly believe that our children need more things, when in reality their silent pleadings are simply for more of our time.
helping-others race mountain
Help others in their race of life. Remember that when you help another up a mountain, you are a little nearer the top yourself.
beautiful real sight
There is no more beautiful sight in all this world than to see a family praying together. There is real meaning behind the oft-quoted ‘The family that prays together stays together.
children years wife
Several years ago my dear wife went to the hospital. She left a note behind for the children: "Dear children, do not let Daddy touch the microwave" followed by a comma, "or the stove, or the dishwasher, or the dryer." I'm embarrassed to add any more to that list.
father blessing hands
There are many out there who plead and pray for help. There are those who are discouraged, those who are beset by poor health and challenges of life which leave them in despair. I’ve always believed in the truth of the words, ‘God’s sweetest blessings always go by hands that serve him here below.’ Let us have ready hands, clean hands, and willing hands, that we may participate in providing what our Heavenly Father would have others receive from Him.
gratitude father grateful
A grateful heart ... comes through expressing gratitude to our Heavenly Father for His blessings and to those around us for all that they bring into our lives.