Top 90 M. Russell Ballard Quotes (2024 Update)

1. “What matters most is what lasts the longest and families are forever.”

— M. Russell Ballard

2. “Trust the Lord. He is the good shepherd. He knows His sheep. And His sheep know His voice.”

— M. Russell Ballard

3. “The family is not just the basic unit of society; it is the basic unit of eternity.”

— M. Russell Ballard

4. “Our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is the source of spiritual power that will give you and me the assurance that we have nothing to fear.”

— M. Russell Ballard

5. “Be involved; be informed. Make meaningful contributions to society through service and involvement.”

— M. Russell Ballard

6. “It may not always be easy, convenient or politically correct to stand for truth and right, but it is the right thing to do. Always.”

— M. Russell Ballard

7. “Remember that our Heavenly Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ, know you best and love you the most.”

— M. Russell Ballard

8. “To innovate does not necessarily mean to expand; very often it means to simplify.”

— M. Russell Ballard

9. “Remove any of your fear with faith. Trust the power of God to guide you.”

— M. Russell Ballard

10. “If we are truly disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, we will reach out with love and understanding to all of our neighbors at all times.”

— M. Russell Ballard

11. “Family councils, led by righteous, loving parents who are striving to teach their children to love and respect each other, can make a difference in creating a sense of discipline, order and loving cooperation in the home.”

— M. Russell Ballard

12. “We can become the masters of our own destinies by practicing self-discipline and by setting worthy goals that will lead to higher ground so that we can become what our heavenly father wants us to become.”

— M. Russell Ballard

13. “Because of Jesus Christ, peace can replace guilt. Healthy relationships can be restored. Addictions can be overcome.”

— M. Russell Ballard

14. “Focus on fruitful relationships that bring you closer to Jesus Christ.”

— M. Russell Ballard

15. “Sacrifice is a demonstration of pure love.”

— M. Russell Ballard

16. “Our love for our Father in Heaven and the Lord Jesus Christ needs to be reflected in our daily choices and actions. They have promised peace, joy, and happiness to those who keep Their commandments.”

— M. Russell Ballard

17. “A mother’s nurturing love arouses in children, from their earliest days on earth, an awakening of the memories of love and goodness they experience in their premortal existence, Because our mothers love us, we learn, or more accurately remember, that God also loves us.”

— M. Russell Ballard

18. “Set goals that are well balanced-not too many nor too few, and not too high nor too low. Write down your attainable goals and work on them according to their importance. Pray for divine guidance in your goal setting.”

— M. Russell Ballard

19. “When you understand the Atonement, then you understand the joy of being rescued.”

— M. Russell Ballard

20. “The Lord needs women who will step forward in righteousness and say, ‘Here am I, send me.’”

— M. Russell Ballard

21. “The joy in motherhood comes in moments. There will be hard times and frustrating times, but amid the challenges there are shining moments of joy and satisfaction.”

— M. Russell Ballard

22. “Of this you may be certain: The Lord especially loves righteous women-women who are not only faithful but filled with faith, women who are optimistic and cheerful because they know who they are and where they are going, women who are striving to live and serve as women of God.”

— M. Russell Ballard

23. “Quite simply, our one hope for spiritual safety during these turbulent times is to turn our minds and our hearts to Jesus Christ.”

— M. Russell Ballard

24. “There is no problem in the family, ward, or stake that cannot be solved if we look for solutions in the Lord’s way by counseling – really counseling – with one another.”

— M. Russell Ballard

25. “We must never ignore or pass by the prompting of the Spirit to render service to one another.”

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26. “Make the decision to do what Jesus Christ has asked you to do.”

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27. “It is impossible for us to fail when we do our best when we are on the Lord’s errand.”

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28. “It is important to be still and listen and follow the Spirit.”

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29. “Spend your energy on things that make a difference.”

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30. “All the marvels of nature are glimpses of His divine power and expressions of His love.”

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31. “I surely know that there is no role in life more essential and more eternal than that of motherhood.”

— M. Russell Ballard

32. “Attitude is an important part of the foundation upon which we build a productive life. A good attitude produces good results, a fair attitude poor results, a poor attitude poor results. We each shape our own life, and the shape of it is determined largely by our attitude.”

— M. Russell Ballard

33. “In your morning prayer each new day, ask Heavenly Father to guide you to recognize an opportunity to serve one of His precious children.”

— M. Russell Ballard

34. “When a leader in the Church inspires council members with vision, he helps them focus on their real mission so that they are ministering to people rather than merely administering programs.”

— M. Russell Ballard

35. “Do not think that you are too busy to study the gospel.”

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36. “Clear declaration of truth makes a difference in people’s lives. That is what changes hearts. That is what the Holy Ghost can confirm in the hearts of God’s children.”

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37. “The answer is, of course, to simplify, to prioritize, and in some cases, to use a well-known phrase, “Just say no!” But actually doing it may prove to be one of the real challenges in our complicated, overheated lives.”

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38. “Remember, you can be exalted without a college degree. You can be exalted without being slender and beautiful. You can be exalted without having a successful career. You can be exalted if you are not rich and famous. So focus the best that you can on those things in life that will lead you back to the presence of God – keeping all things in their proper balance.”

— M. Russell Ballard

39. “The central activity of leadership is teaching – first by example, second by precept.”

— M. Russell Ballard

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40. “Proclaiming the gospel to all mankind is a fundamental part of the mission of the Church.”

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41. “This is God’s work, and God’s work will not be frustrated. But there is still much to be done.”

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42. “We each shape our own life, and the shape of it is determined largely by our attitude.”

— M. Russell Ballard

43. “The important questions focus on what matters most-Heavenly Father’s plan and the Savior’s Atonement.”

— M. Russell Ballard

44. “There is no other relationship quite like that which can and should exist between a boy and his dad. It can be one of the most nurturing, joyful relationships in life, one that can have a profound impact on who boys become and also on who dads become.”

— M. Russell Ballard

45. “It is the parents duty to intervene when they see wrong choices being made.”

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46. “We need to commit to serve the Lord and our communities with the same diligence and faith that the pioneers had. We must ever be on our guard that we do not become casual in keeping God’s commandments, in abiding by His laws, and in being honest and trustworthy in all that we do.”

— M. Russell Ballard

47. “Friends and family are vitally important for an individual who is struggling to return to the gospel path. Those around such a person must refrain from judging. They must do all they can to show love.”

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48. “Free and open expression coupled with visionary leadership generally encourages good decision-making.”

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49. “Members are more likely to seek counsel from leaders from whom they feel sincere love emanating.”

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50. “But when considered from the unique perspective of eternity, fame and popularity aren’t nearly as important as loving and being loved; status doesn’t mean much when compared to service; and acquiring spiritual knowledge is infinitely more meaningful than acquiring an excess of wealth.”

— M. Russell Ballard