Will we ever know the true worht of a soul?

1.   1.    I am not suggesting that we accept sin or overlook evil, in our personal life or in the world. Nevertheless, in our zeal, we sometimes confuse sin with sinner, and we condemn too quickly and with too little compassion. We know from modern revelation that “the worth of souls is great in the sight of God (Uchtdorf, April 2010)

2.      2.  When you feel worthless, “remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God.” 11 [ D&C 18:10] Refrain from repeatedly thinking or saying negative words about yourself—there is a clear difference between humility and humiliation. Identify and use your unique talents rather than dwelling on your weaknesses. Anthony Perkins, Oct 2006

3.      Wherever it is found and however it is expressed, the Golden Rule encompasses the moral code of the kingdom of God. It forbids interference by one with the rights of another. It is equally binding upon nations, associations, and individuals. With compassion and forbearance, it replaces the retaliatory reactions of “an eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.” 17 [ Matt. 5:38; see also  Ex. 21:24–27;  Lev. 24:20] If we were to stay on that old and unproductive path, we would be but blind and toothless. 18 [See Joseph Stein, Fiddler on the Roof (1964), 142]

This concept of treating others as one would like to be treated is easy to understand. And it acknowledges the precious nature of each of God’s sons and daughters. 19 [See  Matt. 25:40;  D&C 18:10] Scripture asks parents to teach children not to “fight and quarrel one with another, and serve the devil, who is the master of sin.” Instead, we “teach them to love one another, and to serve one another.” 20 [ Mosiah 4:14–15] Russell M. Nelson Oct. 2002

4.      “The worth of souls is great in the sight of God.” 4 [ D&C 18:10] Are we doing all we should? Do we remember the words of President John Taylor: “If you do not magnify your callings, God will hold you responsible for those whom you might have saved had you done your duty.” 5 [Deseret News Semiweekly, 6 Aug. 1878, 1] Monson Oct 2001

5.      We are all brothers and sisters, children of our Heavenly Father. We must reach out to those that for some reason have forgotten the path. We love you and invite you to come to the table and share in the spiritual banquet that the Lord has prepared for your joy and happiness. You will know of our Heavenly Father’s love as you come with a heart that is willing, obedient, and ready to partake and serve. He knows you; He knows your needs and what faces you in the future. He has a perfect understanding of the feelings, suffering, and trials of each one of us. Because of that and the infinite Atonement of His Son, Jesus Christ, you will be able to face every challenge that comes to you in your sojourn here in this life. Ned B. Roueche Oct. 2004

6.      Our call to cry repentance to all people is a direct consequence of the infinite and eternal Atonement. (See  D&C 18:10–14.) It is by teaching the gospel and administering the ordinances that the Atonement becomes effective in a person’s life. As Paul said, “How shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? Jack H. Goaslind Jr. Oct 1983

7.      President Child then raised his eyes from the scriptures and asked the brethren: “What is the worth of a human soul?” He avoided calling on a bishop, a stake president, or a high councilor for a response. Instead, he selected the president of an elders quorum—a brother who had been a bit drowsy and had missed the significance of the question.

The startled man responded, “Brother Child, could you please repeat the question?”

The question was repeated: “What is the worth of a human soul?”

I knew President Child’s style. I prayed fervently for that quorum president. He remained silent for what seemed like an eternity and then declared, “Brother Child, the worth of a human soul is its capacity to become as God.”

All present pondered that reply. Brother Child returned to the stand, leaned over to me, and said, “A profound reply; a profound reply!” He proceeded with his message, but I continued to reflect on that inspired response. Monson Oct 1994

8.      As presidencies of Aaronic Priesthood quorums, as advisers to these quorums, we can, with the Lord’s help, reach out and rescue those for whom we have responsibility. Young men, with a smile on your face and determination in your heart, you can take, arm in arm, a less-active boy and together come to priesthood meeting and learn of the Lord and what He has prepared for you to do. You are entitled to His divine help, for He has promised you: “I will go before your face. I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my Spirit shall be in your hearts, and mine angels round about you, to bear you up.” 8 [ Monson Oct 2003

9.      1.—As an example of voluntary service in the cause of the Master, it is unexcelled.

2.—As an incentive to clean living among youth, as a contributing factor to character building, its influence is immeasurable.

3.—As an educative force and uplifting influence upon our communities, its effect is clearly manifest.

4.—As a contributing factor to a better understanding among nations, and to the establishing of international friendship, it wields a significant influence.

5.—As it is the purpose of the Almighty to save the individual, not to make him a mere cog in the machinery of the state, the missionary service works most harmoniously in the consummation of this eternal plan!

Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God . . .

And if it so be that you should labor all your days in crying repentance unto this people, and bring, save it be one soul unto me, how great shall be your joy with him in the kingdom of my Father!

And now, if your joy will be great with one soul that you have brought unto me into the kingdom of my Father, how great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me! ( D&C 18:10,15-16). McKay 1949 Oct

10.   Just think of it, brothers and sisters, Jesus Christ suffered the pain of all men that you and I might have the promise of eternal life. Surely He can expect us to do His work that He has entrusted to us. Our Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son have not left us alone in this great work. They have promised to guide us if we will but ask them for help. M. Russell Ballard Oct. 1984

These 10 things I was able to find and I learned quite a bit from them. The first by Uchtdorf really got me to see that there is more than there is to see of other people. We cannot judge from what they are doing because that is just the sin that they are doing. The second insight that I found was in the second quote. Many times I feel worthless and feel that I am too negative. From the worth of souls we see that we need to be positive. The third comes from the 5^th. We all know of people that have lost the way and that need to find their way back to the path. By sharing that happiness and bringing them to the table we are able to do that. The 6^th quote really spoke as well. Our cry to repentance will always be engrained in our minds as a necessity. Without it we are unable to find our own worth. The fifth one that I found was in a talk by Pres. Monson. In it he explained of an experience that he had with an elder quorums response. His response of the question at hand was very profound. He said in response to “What is the worth of a human soul, “Brother Child, the worth of a human soul is its capacity to become as God.” So many times we feel that we know what worth we are to the Lord but in the end we do not really know until we ask what we are doing. I have learned so many things about the worth of a soul this week and have really enjoyed what that can bring to my life.