Top 90 M. Russell Ballard Quotes (2024 Update)
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51. “Spend your energy on things that make a difference.”

— M. Russell Ballard

52. “Simply stated, testimony-real testimony, born of the Spirit and confirmed by the Holy Ghost-changes lives. It changes how you think and what you do. It changes what you say. It affects every priority you set and every choice you make.”

— M. Russell Ballard

53. “Sometimes we go so focused on bringing people to the meetinghouse that we forget we are supposed to be bringing them to Christ.”

— M. Russell Ballard

54. “Fourth, come home from work and take an active role with your family. Don’t put work, friends, or sports ahead of listening to, playing with, and teaching your children.”

— M. Russell Ballard

55. “What we need now is the greatest generation of young adults in the history of the Church. We need your whole heart and soul. In other words, it’s time to raise the bar not only for missionaries but also for returned missionaries and for your entire generation.”

— M. Russell Ballard

56. “It is almost impossible for children and youth to find their way through the seas of life without the guiding light of a good example.”

— M. Russell Ballard

57. “Jesus Christ can help us fix anything that needs fixing in our lives.”

— M. Russell Ballard

58. “Those who yearn for true spiritual light and knowledge can only find it through the power of the Holy Ghost. The Spirit enlightens and gives understanding of the eternal purpose of life. By the Spirit, Church members know the restored gospel of Jesus Christ is true.”

— M. Russell Ballard

59. “When we learn to expect more success than failure in life, we soon will develop an attitude of success.”

— M. Russell Ballard

60. “When the Spirit is present, people are not offended when you share your feelings about the gospel.”

— M. Russell Ballard

61. “Small events and choices determine the direction of our lives just as small helms determine the directions of great ships.”

— M. Russell Ballard

62. “Be involved; be informed. Try to be understanding and tolerant and to appreciate diversity.”

— M. Russell Ballard

63. “We cannot foresee what the Lord has in mind for us. Our only course of action is to be prepared and worthy for whatever he requires. We must govern our actions every day with our future in mind.”

— M. Russell Ballard

64. “Pray for divine guidance in your goal setting.”

— M. Russell Ballard

65. “We are not asking everyone to do everything. We are simply asking all members to pray, knowing that if every member, young and old, will reach out to just “one” between now and Christmas, millions will feel the love of the Lord Jesus Christ. And what a wonderful gift to the Savior.”

— M. Russell Ballard

66. “Those of you who have fallen prey to any kind of addiction, there is hope because God loves all of His children.”

— M. Russell Ballard

67. “The love that exists between people who share religious values and experiences can be the most satisfying and unifying force this side of the solid, happy family.”

— M. Russell Ballard

68. “Righteousness has never precluded adversity.”

— M. Russell Ballard

69. “There is no such thing as unlawful censorship in the home. Movies, magazines, television, videos, the Internet, and other media are there as guests and should only be welcomed when they are appropriate for family enjoyment.”

— M. Russell Ballard

70. “We must be prepared to keep pace with our leaders, stride for their every lengthened stride.”

— M. Russell Ballard

71. “The love for work needs to be re-enthroned in our lives. Every family should have a plan for work that touches the life of each family member so that this eternal principle will be ingrained in their lives.”

— M. Russell Ballard

72. “Do not shift your focus from serving others to focusing exclusively on school, work, or social activities.”

— M. Russell Ballard

73. “We must prepare ourselves to assist the missionaries in finding those of our Heavenly Father’s children who will embrace the message of the Restoration.”

— M. Russell Ballard

74. “It is a shortsighted priesthood leader who doesn’t see the value in calling upon the sisters to share the understanding and inspiration they possess.”

— M. Russell Ballard

75. “Of all the opportunities my priesthood authority affords, there is none grander than the privilege of being in one of our temples and representing the Master in officiating in the marriage of two of His worthy, righteous children.”

— M. Russell Ballard

76. “A woman’s sphere of influence is a unique sphere, one that cannot be duplicated by men.”

— M. Russell Ballard

77. “Sometimes we need a personal crisis to reinforce in our minds what we really value and cherish. The scriptures are filled with examples of people facing crises before learning how to better serve God and others. Perhaps if you, too, search your hearts and courageously assess the priorities in your life, you may discover, as I did, that you need a better balance among your priorities.”

— M. Russell Ballard

78. “Many council leaders and members will be surprised to discover how much more focused their work will become when they examine it through the lens of saving souls through the mission of the Church.”

— M. Russell Ballard

79. “What would be the cumulative effect of millions of small, compassionate acts performed daily by us because of our heartfelt Christian love for others? Over time this would have a transformative effect upon all of our Heavenly Father’s children through the extension of His love to them through us.”

— M. Russell Ballard

80. “All of us must come to an honest, open self-examination, an awareness within as to who and what we want to be.”

— M. Russell Ballard

81. “Remember, presidents and bishops, that the callings of your associates are just as divinely inspired as is yours, and they are therefore entitled to inspiration in their specific responsibilities. Lean upon them. Learn from them. Love them. Listen to them.”

— M. Russell Ballard

82. “The words of the Lord are found in the scriptures and the teachings of the apostles and prophets. They provide us counsel and direction that, when followed, will act like a spiritual life jacket and will help us know how to hold on with both hands.”

— M. Russell Ballard

83. “The Lord does not want us to “miss supper.” In fact, He has a great feast prepared for those who return clean and pure through the door.”

— M. Russell Ballard

84. “There are conversations going on about the Church constantly. Those conversations will continue whether or not we choose to participate in them. But we cannot stand on the sidelines while others, including our critics, attempt to define what our Church teaches... We are living in a world saturated with all kinds of voices. Perhaps now, more than ever, we have a major responsibility as Latter-day Saints to define ourselves, instead of letting others define us.”

— M. Russell Ballard

85. “When it comes right down to it, people are quite similar. We may come from different backgrounds, cultures, and economic circumstances, and our attitudes and perspectives may vary. But in the heart-where it really counts-we’re a lot alike.”

— M. Russell Ballard

86. “We need to let our family and our friends know this truth – God is love, “and he inviteth them all to come unto him and partake of his goodness; and he denieth none that come unto him. – 2 Nephi 26:33.”

— M. Russell Ballard

87. “The one-cylinder ward is one in which the bishop handles all the problems, makes all the decisions, follows through on all the assignments, and faces every challenge. Then, like any other overworked cylinder, he starts to sputter and behave erratically. Eventually, he burns out altogether.”

— M. Russell Ballard

88. “We should seek at all times to purify ourselves and to lead such worthy lives that the Light of Christ emanates from us in all that we say and do.”

— M. Russell Ballard

89. “Just as He had done with David, Samuel, and Joseph of the Old Testament, God took an innocent, unlearned boy, one still unsullied by the world and pliable to His divine will, and molded and shaped him into His chosen prophet.”

— M. Russell Ballard

90. “I believe that every human soul is teaching something to someone nearly every minute here in mortality.”

— M. Russell Ballard

91. “Brothers and sisters, never hesitate to bear your testimony with sincerity and love. The power of personal testimony cannot be denied and often ignites in others the interest to know more.”

— M. Russell Ballard

92. “It is our homes and families that need reforming in this increasingly materialistic and secular world.”

— M. Russell Ballard

93. “We can all be more consistently involved in missionary work by replacing our fear with real faith.”

— M. Russell Ballard

94. “Crisis or transition of any kind reminds us of what matters most. In the routine of life, we often take our families-our parents and children and siblings-for granted. But in times of danger and need and change, there is no question that what we care about most is our families! It will be even more so when we leave this life and enter into the spirit world. Surely the first people we will seek to find there will be father, mother, spouse, children, and siblings.”

— M. Russell Ballard

95. “We cannot hope to build the Church and to bring hearts and souls to Christ without using every resource the Lord has given to help us take advantage of our opportunities and address the obstacles standing in our way.”

— M. Russell Ballard

96. “One who lays claim to special privilege through the priesthood doesn’t understand the nature of his authority.”

— M. Russell Ballard