Joseph B. Wirthlin

"The more often we see the things around us - even the beautiful and wonderful things - the more they become invisible to us. That is why we often take for granted the beauty of this world: the flowers, the trees, the birds, the clouds - even those we love. Because we see things so often, we see them less and less."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"Kindness is a passport that opens doors and fashions friends. It softens hearts and molds relationships that can last lifetimes."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"The true greatness of a person, in my view, is evident in the way he or she treats those with whom courtesy and kindness are not required."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"As with the butterfly, adversity is necessary to build character in people."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"There is no limit to the potential of brethren working together in complete brotherhood and selflessness toward spiritual goals. The power of God working through such channels will bring unimaginable blessings to all concerned."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"We see ourselves in terms of yesterday and today. Our Heavenly Father sees us in terms of forever."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"During my life I have heard many sermons on the Resurrection. I can recite the events of that first Easter Sunday. I have marked in my scriptures passages regarding the Resurrection."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"I know that each of us has much to do. Sometimes we feel overwhelmed by the tasks we face. But if we keep our priorities in order, we can accomplish all that we should. We can endure to the end regardless of temptations, problems, and challenges."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"I give thanks to my Creator for this wonderful life where each of us has the opportunity to learn lessons we could not fully comprehend by any other means."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"There is no defeat except for those who give up."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin

"Perseverance is a positive, active characteristic."

- Joseph B. Wirthlin