Richard G. Scott
Richard G. Scott
Richard Gordon Scottwas an American scientist and religious leader who served as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionClergyman
Date of Birth7 November 1928
CountryUnited States of America
Richard G. Scott quotes about
fruit atonement repentance
Peace is the precious fruit of a righteous life. It is possible because of the Atonement of the Savior. It is earned through full repentance, for that leads to refreshing forgiveness.
destiny choices our-actions
I have been taught that we can make many choices in life, but we cannot choose our final destiny. Our actions do that.
progress realizing
You are making better progress than you realize.
filing-cabinet world scripture
Learning, pondering, searching, and memorizing scriptures is like filling a filing cabinet with friends, values, and truths that can be called upon anytime, anywhere in the world.
gratitude doe spouse
Express gratitude for what your spouse does for you. Express that love and gratitude often.
dark sides you-choose
If you choose to concentrate on the dark side, this is what you will see.
pressure sense-of-humor valve
A sense of humor is an escape valve for the pressures of life.
believe people littles
Only baptize them if you truly believe these people are ready, taking a little more time if necessary so the Holy Ghost can strengthen them a little more.
be-kind arguing kind
It doesn't do any good to argue. Be kind.
perfect messages careful
If we are not careful, we will convey the message that investigators have to be perfect. Not true!
goal may temples
I have a suggestion: When a temple is conveniently nearby, small things may interrupt your plans to go to the temple. Set specific goals, considering your circumstances, of when you can and will participate in temple ordinances. Then do not allow anything to interfere with that plan.
decision challenges confusing
A true principle makes decisions clear even under the most confusing and challenging circumstances.
conflict science-and-religion realms
I see no conflict between science and religion. When you take truth in either one of these realms, science or religion, they match perfectly.
exercise blessing yield
No enduring improvement can occur without righteous exercise of agency. Do not attempt to override agency. The Lord himself would not do that. Forced obedience yields no blessings.