Christlike character is cultivated through our choices, not our circumstances or predispositions. We are always accountable for the outcome of our actions. Click here to access the speech page.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Choice—The Crucible of Character | J. Richard Clarke | February 1989

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Many things in life compete for our attention, but we only have so much "room in our wagons." Prioritizing what really matters helps us get closer to God. Click here to view the speech page! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Will You Make Room for in Your Wagon? | Ardeth G. Kapp | November 1990

Our light will shine and we will influence the world for good as we respect the agency of others and have pure intentions. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let Your Light So Shine | Dean L. Larsen | March 1981

David M. Randall invites us to "watch it rain," or in other words, use artwork as a means of envisioning the Savior and resisting temptation. View the speech page by clicking on this link. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Watching It Rain” | David M. Randall | September 1997

We will all experience trials. Hard times do not make us courageous; the decisions we make in response to everyday situations will shape our character. Click this link to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“For Such a Time as This” | Barbara B. Smith | February 1982

Joseph Lieberman was a senator for Connecticut when this forum address was delivered on 25 October 2011. Click here to view his speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Choice—The Crucible of Character | J. Richard Clarke | February 1989

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