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Pathways to perfection;: Discourses of Thomas S. Monson
Pathways to Perfection presents thirty-four memorable sermons focusing on faith, service, love, and prayer given by Thomas S. Monson since his call in 1963 to the Council of the Twelve Apostles. There are helpful guidelines for leaders and teachers in the Church, for parents, for young people, for missionaries, and for those who bear testimony. Each chapter is illustrated with examples from real life, from the scriptures, and from the observations of President Monson.
302 pages, Hardcover
Published April 2, 1973
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Thomas S. Monson
51books167followersThomas S. Monson served as the 16th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often called the "Mormon Church" or "LDS Church") from 2008 to his death in 2018. Before his time as President, he had served as a Counselor in the First Presidency of the Church since 1985. He was ordained an Apostle and called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in 1963 at the unusually young age of 36.
Monson was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. After serving in the US Navy and earning a bachelor's degree from the University of Utah, he married Frances Johnson and they had three children. Monson worked in the local news publishing industry until church service became a full-time occupation.
Monson was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. After serving in the US Navy and earning a bachelor's degree from the University of Utah, he married Frances Johnson and they had three children. Monson worked in the local news publishing industry until church service became a full-time occupation.
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December 3, 2009
This book is amazing. As I am reading the different talks given by President Thomas S. Monson (before he was the prophet) I can hear his voice saying the things he has written to me. This book is inspirational. I have been keeping notes in a special notebook that I have for spiritual things and as I look at my notes and try to pick a favorite of all the discourses that are given in this book I am at a loss. I cannot pick just one favorite. I have enjoyed reading this book for many reasons; it has lifted me up spiritually, I have used some of the gospel principles in this book on my new blog risetoit-lifeisanoccasion.blogspot.com, and I feel I have come closer to our dear prophet and leader of our church President Thomas S. Monson.
January 14, 2012
A man who cannot think is not an educated man. However many college degrees he may have acquired. Thinking is the hardest work anyone can do, which is probably the reason why we have so few thinkers.
-Pres. Monson
-Pres. Monson
February 14, 2009
My opinion of these talks follows a general pattern. I don't like the introduction, the middle has a lot of wise insights, and the end isn't anything to write home about. I also found that in the book as a whole the talks started to sound very similar to each other. But it is worth reading, if only to learn the wisdom of a prophet.
March 9, 2010
This book is written by our current prophet adn he is amazing. This book has so much information it is hard to understand it all at once. Every time I read it the feelings I get lift me up and help me to stand a little taller.
April 19, 2008
President Monson gives awesome advice in his poetic talks. This books is a great collection of several talks that give instructions on how to progress on the path toward perfection. The advice is timeless and spiritually uplifting.
April 3, 2008
The first "church" book I ever read. Even before the Book of Mormon!
April 21, 2008
I loved this book! Would read it again in a heartbeat!
May 2, 2008
So far so good . . j.
November 5, 2009
In my attempt to read something more uplifting than books about serial killers, I chose this. An excellent collection of some of President Monson's older talks.
September 2, 2011
Loving the different discourses. President Monson is such a wonderful storyteller. I love that (among other things) about him. :)
May 30, 2011
This is a good book. President Monson has set a fine example with his service and has good stories and accounts to tell due to his faith and love.
September 7, 2013
I love reading Pres. Monson's talks. I took a long time to get through this book but it was worth the time.
April 4, 2013
I found this book very inspirational. Spiritually as well as in my own writing. I love when a book lifts me higher and my writing improves as a result.
July 24, 2014
Good stories
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November 24, 2015I loved reading these talks (which is what each chapter was) and found them as useful today as when this book was written many years ago.
January 27, 2016
A master storyteller. Great book if you're looking for spiritual inspiration.
December 27, 2016
Well selected discourses. It enhanced my comprehension about Christlike love, service and faith. Highly recommended
May 19, 2018
It took me years to get this off my shelf and start reading it, then a year to completely read it. It was well worth the reading and very helpful and inspiring.
October 30, 2018
What a book! What a writer! So much wisdom and knowledge. I look up to Pres. Thomas S. Monson. This book made me cry and get chills many times. Totally recommend it.
December 18, 2022
Thomas Monson gathered some of his favourite sayings, quotes and thoughts into this book.
August 21, 2024
Fantastic! You will never regret reading this book. Very timely advice even though the talks were given over 50 years ago. ❤️
March 14, 2018
Very well written talks. Below are ones I especially liked:
Meeting your Goliath: David chose 5 stones. In your own battle against the Goliath in your life chose the 5 stones of courage, effort, humility, prayer and love of duty (not merely to do the thing we ought to do but do it when we should, whether we like it or not). And always remember that we do not go alone against the Goliaths of our lives:
Thus saith the LORD unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours, but God's. 2 Chronicles 20:15
Meeting your Goliath: David chose 5 stones. In your own battle against the Goliath in your life chose the 5 stones of courage, effort, humility, prayer and love of duty (not merely to do the thing we ought to do but do it when we should, whether we like it or not). And always remember that we do not go alone against the Goliaths of our lives:
Thus saith the LORD unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours, but God's. 2 Chronicles 20:15
September 18, 2014
This book is insightful and poetic. I enjoyed its gentle wisdom.
June 21, 2008
I read this in 2000 and loved the stories. What an amazing man!
November 3, 2010
President Monson has wonderful stories that he uses to illustrate the doctrines.
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