"It is impossible to stand upright when one plants his roots in the shifting sands of popular opinion and approval. Needed is the courage of a Daniel, an Abinadi, a Moroni, or a Joseph Smith in order for us to hold strong and fast to that which we know is right. They had the courage to do not that which was easy but that which was right. We will all face fear, experience ridicule and meet opposition. Let us--all of us--have the courage to defy the consensus, the courage to stand for principle. Courage, not compromise, brings the smile of God's approval. Courage becomes a living and an attractive virtue when it is regarded not only as a willingness to die manfully but also as the determination to live decently."
I want to have strong gospel roots so that when fear, ridicule and opposition come I will remain strong. This year I am putting a priority on temple attendance, reading the scriptures every day along with the Ensign and the new Come Follow Me study assignments. I am adding oil to my testimony day by day and it feels good.
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