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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.

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Oscar Wilde

In all unimportant matters, style, not sincerity, is the essential. In all important matters, style, not sincerity, is the essential.

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What seems to us as bitter trials are often blessings in disguise

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Cats are put on earth to remind us that not everything has a purpose.

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Everyone may not be good, but there's always something good in everyone. Never judge anyone shortly because every saint has a past and every sinner has a future.

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They get up early, because they have so much to do, and go to bed early, because they have so little to think about.

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It is absurd to divide people into good and bad. People are either charming or tedious.

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