“Avoid It”
When we are faced with temptation, it would be wise to follow the Savior’s example by dismissing Satan without any further argument or discussion—immediately and swiftly.
Speeches by Topic | Sin
It Is Time to “Get Real”
It is better to be than to seem. Be real, be genuine, be sincere in your relationship with God and in your relationships with others—including dating.
Sins and Mistakes
Sins and mistakes can both hurt us, but are not the same thing. Understanding the difference between the two is necessary to learn how to deal with them.
Choose to Be Good
Just as we choose quality in the products we manufacture and consume, we must choose quality in our actions and lives, and we must choose it early.
Sin and Suffering
We cannot sin without accepting the consequences, and sin always brings suffering. Sincere repentance is not easy, but it is possible.
The Law of Chastity
The law of chastity is a principle of eternal significance. Take seriously this counsel to avoid sin, and to use the blessings of repentance when needed.
The Inconvenient Messiah
If your prayers don’t always seem answered, take heart. One greater than you cried, “My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?" If for a while the harder you try, the harder it gets, take heart. So it has been with the best people who ever lived.
Love vs. Lust
Understanding the difference between love and lust can help us in understanding God's laws about reserving sexual intimacy for marriage.