170 Quotes by Spencer W. Kimball

Waste is unjustified, and especially the waste of time limited as that commodity is in our days of probation. One must live, not only exist; he must do, not merely be; he must grow, not just vegetate.

Why is it that some young folks are almost overly conscientious in their school work, even to neglecting their Church responsibilities, when the spiritual should have priority in the study time of every person if preference must be given? However, there is time for fulfilling every need.

The essence of the miracle of forgiveness is that it brings peace to the previously anxious, restless, frustrated, perhaps tormented soul.

Sin is the result of deep and unmet needs.

It is an act of extreme selfishness for a married couple to refuse to have children when they are able to do so.

It frequently happens that offenses are committed when the offender is not aware of it. Something he has said or done is misconstrued or misunderstood. The offended one treasures in his heart the offense, adding to it such other things as might give fuel to the fire and justify his conclusions...

Humility is royalty without a crown.

Of all treasures of knowledge, the most vital is the knowledge of God, his existence, powers, love, and promises.

There is nothing unholy or degrading about sexuality in itself, for by that means men and women join in a process of creation and in an expression of love.