When momentary discouragement arises or overwhelming trials are staring us in the face, it can make a world of difference to feel like someone is in your corner cheering you on. And these 20 quotes from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland do just that.
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland is a beloved apostle. Here are 12 of Elder Holland quotes that teach us great truths.
Today in seminary we discussed Elisha's servant freaking out because the Syrian horses and chariots surrounded the city to capture Elisha. Freaking out was understandable. He couldn't see through the veil yet. Then that changed. Elisha replied, "Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them" (2 Kings 6:16). Then Elisha asked God to part the veil for his freaking out servant, and what did he see? "The mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha" (2 Kings 6:18). I love how Elder Holland applied this story to you and me. We can pray for angels to help us in our lives. They will come riding at reckless speed to help us!
The following is an excerpt from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland's book To My Friends. This excerpt originally ran on LDS Living in December 2014.
Don't you quit - one of my favorite quotes by Jeffrey R. Holland
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Editor's Note: This article was originally published by LDS Living in December 2018 and has been updated in honor of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland's birthday.
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The Elder Holland I have known and loved for decades bears no resemblance to the cruel and unfair characterizations now being made about him.
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Throughout the New Testament, Christ invited all to be lifted heavenward—in vision, heart, and hope. Elder Holland provides two striking examples from the book of John that show how He extends His hand to every one of us.
Editor's Note: This article was originally published by LDS Living in December 2018 and has been updated in honor of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland's birthday.
When momentary discouragement arises or overwhelming trials are staring us in the face, it can make a world of difference to feel like someone is in your corner cheering you on. And these 20 quotes from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland do just that.
I have written in the past with regards to public speaking. It’s a core competency of being a great leader. It’s a skill that takes refining, but can be powerful when mastered. Every leader that wants to have a greater impact should study public speaking. One way to do so is to analyze how others […]
