Partaking of the Sacrament

 "The acts of eating and drinking the bread and water do not remit sins. But as we prayerfully and sincerely prepare and worthily participate in the ordinance, we examine our actions and the desires of our hearts and embrace the Lord's invitation to repent (Moses 6:57). When we offer the sacrifice He requires --a broken heart and a contrite spirit (3 Nephi 9:20)-- we are promised that we may always have His spirit to be with us. And by the sanctifying power of the Holy Ghost as our constant companion, we [may] obtain and always retain a remission of our sins (Moroni 6:4).

"The Life-changing Power of Remembering Him", David A. Bednar, For the Strength of Youth (magazine), June 2023, p.4

All of them helpful. Number 8, particularly in my life.

 

TEN RULES OF HAPPINESS
By President David O. McKay

1. Develop yourself by self-discipline.
2. Joy comes through creation — sorrow through destruction. Every living thing can grow: Use the world wisely to realize soul growth.
3. Do things which are hard to do.
4. Entertain upbuilding thoughts. What you think about when you do not have to think shows what you really are.
5. Do your best this hour, and you will do better the next.
6. Be true to those who trust you.
7. Pray for wisdom, courage, and a kind heart.
8. Give heed to God’s messages through inspiration. If self-indulgence, jealousy, avarice, or worry have deadened your response, pray to the Lord to wipe out these impediments.
9. True friends enrich life. If you would have friends, be one.
10. Faith is the foundation of all things — including happiness.

Improvement Era, June 1951

Improvement Era, June 1951