Quote: When we put God first all other things fall into place or drop out of our lives. Our love of the Lord will govern the claims for our affection, the demand on our time, the interest that we pursue, and the order of our
priorities.
Ezra Taft Benson
Story: In 1992 after the first Rodney King verdict how I learned in a very unlikely setting a truth about following our leaders.
2. We can never know by our actions that we are influencing others. Quote: Never underestimate the influence you have on others. Laurie Buchanan
Story: There are members of the church every day by their example influence countless people without their knowledge.
3. Small acts
Quote: “I believe in the principal that we can make a difference in the world. It may be ever so small, but it will count for the greater goodness of the world in which we live is the accumulated goodness of many small and seemingly small acts.” Gordon B. Hinkley
Story: What we do does not have to be anything big. We can have an influence for good in this world by a simple act and a listening ear.
4. Habit 7 Sharpen the Saw
Quote: Sharpening the saw means perusing and enhancing the greatest
asset you have-You. “Peace of mind comes when your life is in harmony with true principles
and values and in no other way. This is the single most powerful investment we can ever make in life-Investment in ourselves, is the only instrument we have which deal with life and to contribute.
- Stephen R. Covey
Story: A few years ago I came down with pneumonia
at the worst time. (is there ever a good time?) I learned the importance of taking
time for myself.
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