Taking a Stand

"As I contemplate all that you face in the world today, one word comes to my mind. It describes an attribute needed by all of us but one which you—at this time of your life and in this world–will need particularly. That attribute is courage."
-Thomas S. Monson


As a missionary I have begun to realize that courage can take many different forms. Courage can be the way you carry yourself throughout the day. Courage can be standing alone for what you believe even when the world around you points and laughs.

Courage is an attribute that we all must build up to get through this ever changing world.  Challenges around are getting more and more difficult to overcome.  Elder Richard G. Scott has said, "As an exceptional son or daughter of God, you are sorely needed. There is an urgent need for men and women who will stand for principles against the growing pressures to compromise those very principles. Men and women are required who will act nobly and courageously for what the Lord has defined as right, not for what is politically correct or socially acceptable. We need individuals who have the spiritual, righteous influence that will motivate others to enduring good." Let us take up courage, let us be strong in our morals, and let us set an example to all those who seek to do wrong.