“I believe it is by divine design that the role of motherhood emphasizes the nurturing and teaching of the next generation.”
— L. Tom Perry. Here are 20 L. Tom Perry Quotes.
L. Tom Perry Quotes
1. “Parents must bring light and truth into their homes by one family prayer, one scripture study session, one family home evening, one book read aloud, one song, and one family meal at a time. They know that the influence of righteous, conscientious, persistent, daily parenting is among the most powerful and sustaining forces for good in the world. The health of any society, the happiness of its people, their prosperity, and their peace all find common roots in the teaching of children in the home.”
– L. Tom Perry
2. “In our hearts do we feel a sense of gratitude and devotion to the Father? Are we of one heart with Him to whom we owe everything? The test of our devotion to the Lord seems to be the way we serve Him.”
– L. Tom Perry
3. “One of the greatest weaknesses in most of us is our lack of faith in ourselves. One of our common failings is to depreciate our tremendous worth.”
– L. Tom Perry
4. “Family is the center of life. It is the key to eternal happiness.”
– L. Tom Perry
5. “Embedded in the gospel of Jesus Christ there are eternal principles and truths that will last far longer than the principles of building ships and roofs. You and I, as members of the Lord’s true Church, have special access and insight into these eternal principles and truths, especially when we listen to the Spirit for individual guidance and hear the prophet’s voice as he declares the will of God to the members of the Church. You and I both know how important these eternal principles and truths are in our lives.”
– L. Tom Perry
L. Tom Perry Quotes
6. “Regarding Fasting: Have the faith to bind the Lord.”
– L. Tom Perry
7. “Have you ever thought of yourself as a junior angel crowned with glory and honor? Every one of our Father in Heaven’s children is great in His sight. If the Lord sees greatness in you, how then should you see yourself?”
– L. Tom Perry
8. “Teaching children the joy of honest labor is one of the greatest of all gifts you can bestow upon them.”
– L. Tom Perry
9. “What a glorious legacy of faith, courage, and ingenuity those noble early Mormon pioneers have left for us to build upon. My admiration for them deepens the longer I live.”
– L. Tom Perry
10. “The joining together of a man and a woman to be legally and lawfully wed not only is preparation for future generations to inherit the earth, but it also brings the greatest joy and satisfaction that can be found in this mortal experience.”
– L. Tom Perry
L. Tom Perry Quotes
11. “We must not pick and choose which commandments we think are important to keep but acknowledge all of God’s commandments. We must stand firm and steadfast, having perfect confidence in the Lord’s consistency and perfect trust in His promises.”
– L. Tom Perry
12. “If you will respond to the invitation to share your beliefs and feelings about the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, a spirit of love and a spirit of courage will be your constant companion.”
– L. Tom Perry
13. “We must never let the noise of the world overpower and overwhelm that still small voice.”
– L. Tom Perry
14. “The choices you make will make all of the difference in what you want to achieve.”
– L. Tom Perry
15. “A good character is something you must make for yourself. It cannot be inherited from parents. It cannot be created by having extraordinary advantages. It isn’t a gift of birth, wealth, talent or station. It is the result of your own endeavor. It is the reward that comes from living good principles and manifesting a virtuous and honorable life.”
– L. Tom Perry
L. Tom Perry Quotes
16. “If I keep my promises to the Lord, He will always keep His promises to me. He [will] always fulfill His end of the bargain—and much, much more—if I fulfill mine.”
– L. Tom Perry
17. “Let us each day search from the scriptures and from the prophets…. The scriptures that are never read will never help us. If read, the words of God will nourish our souls and carry us to great heights in our endeavors.”
– L. Tom Perry
18. “In our search to obtain relief from the stresses of life, may we earnestly seek ways to simplify our lives. May we comply with the inspired counsel and direction the Lord has given us in the great plan of happiness. May we be worthy to have the companionship of the Holy Ghost and follow the guidance of the Spirit as we navigate this mortal journey. May we prepare ourselves to accomplish the ultimate purpose of this mortal test-to return and live with our Heavenly Father.”
– L. Tom Perry
19. “Homes should be an anchor, a safe harbor, a place of refuge, a place where families dwell together, a place where children are loved. In the home, parents should teach their children the great lessons of life. Home should be the center of one’s earthly experience, where love and mutual respect are appropriately blended.”
– L. Tom Perry
20. “Enduring to the end is definitely not a do-it-yourself project.”
– L. Tom Perry