If there is one word that describes the meaning of character, it is the word honor. Without honor, civilization would not long exist. Without honor, there could be no dependable contracts, no lasting marriages, no trust or happiness. What does the word honor mean to you To me, honor is summarized in this expression by the poet Tennyson, 'Man's word of honor is God in man.'
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Have you ever asked yourself why one person is honorable and another dishonorable why one is honest, another dishonest why one is moral, another immoral Most individuals do not intend to be dishonest, dishonorable, or immoral. They seem to allow their characters to erode by a series of rationalizations, lies, and compromises. Then when grave temptation presents itself, they haven't the strength of character to do what they know to be right.Ezra Taft Benson
As we cleanse the inner vessel, there will have to be changes made in our own personal lives, in our families, and in the Church. The proud do not change to improve, but defend their position by rationalizing. Repentance means change, and it takes a humble person to change. But we can do it.
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If we have any criticism of our leaders, we invite Satan into our lives and beliefs.
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Acknowledging the Lord's hand in our lives cultivates gratitude....
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There is no place for fear among men and women who Almighty, who do not hesitate to humble themselves in seeking divine guidance through prayer. Though persecutions arise, though reverses come, in prayer we can find reassurance, for God will speak peace to the soul. That peace, that spirit of serenity, is life's greatest blessing. .
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Humility responds to God's willto the fear of His judgments and to the needs of those around us. To the proud, the applause of the world rings in their ears to the humble, the applause of heaven warms their hearts. Someone has said, 'Pride gets no pleasure out of having something, only out of having more of it than the next man.'
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