Eliza Roxcy Snow

“ God has revealed to us the mystery which all the world seek after, but fail of obtaining because of pride, wickedness and the power of Satan darkening their minds, viz: the path of salvation and the happiness of our being.
And now, where is the man among you, having once burst the vail and gazed upon the purity, the might, majesty and dominion of a perfected man, in celestial glory, will not cheerfully resign mortal life suffer most excruciating tortures let limb be torn from limb, sooner than resign or dishonor his Priesthood. ”

“ When feelings and passions excite you to action, let principles pure, honorable and virtuous govern you. We are the children of God, begotten in His likeness; therefore, brethren, "Let the same mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God." ”

“ Purity, virtue, fidelity, and godliness must be sought ambitiously, or the crown cannot be worn. Those principles must be incorporated with ourselves woven into our consti- tutions becoming a part of us, making us a centre, a foun- tain of truth, of equity, justice, and mercy, of all that is good and great: that from us may proceed the light, the life, the power, and the law to direct, to govern and assist to save a wandering world acting as the sons of God, for and in behalf of our Father in heaven. ”

“ Those brethren and sisters whose liberality of soul and interest for the work of God have been particularly manifested in these missions, to them I feel to say, May the blessing of the Most High be poured out to them with equal liberality, and when in after years they shall hear the sweet sound of thousands of those nations shouting the praises of the Almighty for the light of revelation, then will their hearts also rejoice in the glad consciousness that they had taken part in bringing to pass this glorious redemption. ”

“ With a mind that comprehended the condition of the millions of human beings, members of the great brotherhood of mankind, and a sympathy which reaches out to their most important needs a soul wholly devoted to the great work of salvation and exaltation of the generations past, present and to come ”

“ Zion must be established, her lands inhabited, her cities built, her Temples reared, and her sons become mighty; that she may rise "fair as the moon, clear as the sun, and terrible as an army with banners." And all nations shall fear and tremble, and stand afar off in the day of her majesty. ”

“ The children of God were introduced into this world, "not willingly subject to vanity," pains and sorrows, but to do the will of the Father, and obtain a glory, a heavenly inherit- ance, to become one with God. ”

“ In all your acts and conduct, ever have the consciousness that you are now preparing and making yourselves a life to be continued through eternities. Act upon no principle that you would be ashamed or unwilling to act upon in heaven employ no means in the attainment of an object that an enlightened conscience disapproves. ”

“ In truth did the Savior utter this parable: "The Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a merchantman seek- ing goodly pearls, and having found one of great price, went and sold all he had to buy it." "And again, like unto a man finding a treasure in a field, sold all he had and purchased that field." The glory revealed to our view, and which we seek, is tangible it can be felt, seen and heard ”

“ The world we seek offers to its inhabitants unfading glory, immortal renown, and dominions of continued increase, where families grow into nations, nations into generations, generations into worlds, worlds into universes: this is the path of the Priesthood the path of the Holy Ones. Well did the Apostle say, "Eye hath not seen, nor car heard, neither hath it entered into the heart of man to conceive the things ”

“ In the arrangement of conferences, much wisdom has been displayed in selecting good and faithful men to preside over them men who will do well for the Saints generally, thereby lightening and relieving the anxieties and responsi- bilities of the Presidency as far as possible. My long acquaintance with President Richards gives me the most unqualified confidence in his wisdom, excellence of heart and mind, a.nd entire devotion to the work and service of the Lord, and faithfulness in his honorable position. ”

“ Upon you rest high and sacred responsibilities, which relate not only to the salvation of this generation, but of many past generations, and many to come. The glorious ensign of EmanuePs King- dom, once again established in the world, must be unfurled in every nation, kingdom, and empire: the voice of warning the voice of the Bridegroom, "Prepare ye, prepare ye the way of the Lord," must be carried forth unto all people. ”

“ Cultivate simplicity, be like the Lord: hold to the truth through fire and sword torture and death. Act honorably towards all men, for they are our brethren a part of the family of God, but are ignorant and blind, hav- ing forgotten their God and their covenants with Him in eter- nity. ”

“ Seek to benefit others, and others will seek to benefit you he that would be great, let him be good, studying the interests of the whole becoming the servant of all, whereby he will secure to himself much of the wisdom and power of God, and the love, esteem and veneration of His people.
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The Elders must become persons of the highest responsi- bility. The happiness of people, nations, and of generations, will depend upon the right and faithful exercise of the powers of their offices. ”

“ When I reflect upon the past, and trace the hand of the Lord marvelously opening my way, and prospering me in everything relative to these missions, beyond my highest expectations, I feel doubly encouraged to press forward to the future ”

“ As the Lord has made you spiritually free, herein you have assurance, also, of your temporal deliverance. However great may be your poverty, how stupendous your difficulties, it matters little, the word has gone forth in your favor, and no opposing arm can stay its course. ”

“ Responsibility of those holding the Priesthood. Eternal prospects. The best policy in governing. Priesthood to be honored. By benefiting others we benefit ourselves. Must pass through suffering. Must be pure and humble. ”

“ If, in a lower sphere of action, they fail to be trustworthy, who will depend upon them in the higher? In view of the vast responsibilities to be placed upon men in this high calling, they are in a measure left to themselves, to act upon their agencies. ”

“ These qualifications can be had only as they are sought and obtained ; so that in the morning of the resurrection we will possess those acquisitions only which we secure in this world! Godliness cannot be conferred, but must be acquired a fact of which the religious world seem strangely and lamentably unconscious. ”

“ If they pass onward to the close of this probation, without being overthrown by evil powers, keeping their spirits pure, and, through the power of the Holy Ghost, educate themselves in those qualifi- cations essential to such exaltations, in due time God will elevate them to those positions. ”

“ Your prospects, in every respect, are the most encouraging. The Lord, who fails not in His promises, has undertaken your deliverance, spiritual and temporal, and you are witnesses of the accom- plishment of the first. ”

“ Respecting the progress of those missions I ha\e under- taken, the prospect in ihe future, and the field of labor I have assigned to the various Elders, it may be gratifying to the Saints to have the following particulars, that their faith and prayers in behalf of them may ever be kept in lively exer- cise. ”