@alexanderjrrtt “Every foundation stone that is laid for a temple, and every temple completed … lessens the power of Satan on the earth, and increases the power of God and Godliness” - George Q. Cannon
The faith and sacrifice of the pioneers are not merely part of our history. They are part of our heritage as a covenant people.
Today we honor those faithful Latter-day Saint pioneers who established homes, communities, and temples in the mountain West—including those who labored for 40 years to build the Salt Lake Temple. Their efforts were motivated by faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and trust in His promises.
As we celebrate Pioneer Day, we express gratitude for all who have helped build the Lord's kingdom, both past and present. Their examples remind us that discipleship requires faith, sacrifice, and steadfastness in keeping sacred covenants.
@justin_hart You’ve fallen victim to one of the classic blunders! The most famous of which is ‘Never get involved in a land war in Asia,’ but only slightly less well-known is this: “Never go in against a Latter-Day Saint when genealogy is on the line”!
To be an American is to live in a country built by a million men who laid down their lives for you with no expectation you would ever know their names or what they did for your benefit. You walk in the shadows of heroes.