Dallin H Oaks
The Lord has outlined the purpose and goal of mortality: "to bring to pass the immortaility and eternal life of man" (Moses 1:39). His plan—the plan of salvation—decrees that the Father's children will pass through mortality, where they can exercise their agency and be tested "to see if they will do all things whatsoever the Lord their God shall command them " (Abraham 3:25).
"The choices the children of God make in the exercise
...Elder Dallin H. Oaks shares personal reflections in this riveting new book, recounting experiences that helped shape his life and pointing out the lessons he has learned. The book is divided chronologically into three major sections: childhood and youth, his years as BYU president and a justice of the Utah Supreme Court, and his service in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Elder Oaks speaks in a warm and candid way about such poignant experiences
..."Blessed are the pure in heart; for they shall see God." This simple statement comprehends the ultimate reward God offers us— the gift of eternal life.
But what does it really mean to be pure in heart, and how does one attain such a state of righteousness? In this book Elder Dallin H. Oaks, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, addresses these paramount questions, sharing insight and enrichment from the scriptures, from modern
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