As we remember the inspiring life and prophetic leadership of President Russell M. Nelson, who served as the Prophet, Seer, and Revelator of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints until his passing on September 27, 2025, we celebrate his enduring legacy through his words. These are the 10 most shared quotes on @DeclareMyWord.
1. The Purpose of the Book of Mormon
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📜 President Nelson's shares his insight from the Introduction of the Book of Mormon to seminary students (July 2012).
2. Increased Confidence Before the Lord
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🌟 "Regular worship in the house of the Lord increases our capacity for both virtue and charity," President Nelson affirmed, reminding us of the vital role of temple worship in our preparation for the Second Coming (April 2025).
3. Care for Your Wife
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❤️ "Your first and foremost duty as a bearer of the priesthood is to love and care for your wife." President Nelson's call for unity within marriage highlights the importance of eternal relationships (April 2019).
4. Serving as True Missionaries
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🌍 "All missionaries, younger and older, serve with the sole hope of making life better for other people," capturing the transformational impact of missionary work on individuals and families (October 2012).
5. A Restoration Process
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🔄 President Nelson's hopeful message from the Concepción Chile Temple dedication speaks to the ongoing restoration process, urging us to be prepared for exciting developments within the Church (October 2018).
6. Becoming True Millennials
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🎓 "You were born to be True Millennials!" A powerful blessing encouraging young adults to live up to their divine potential in preparing for the Lord's return (January 2016).
7. Preparing for the Second Coming
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⏳ "Now is the time for you and for me to prepare for the Second Coming," underscoring the urgent need to prioritize discipleship (October 2024).
8. Resilient Faith
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💪 "Why do we need such resilient faith? Because difficult days are ahead." Addressing the challenges faced by faithful Latter-day Saints and encouraging courage and resilience (April 2011).
9. Honoring Mothers
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👩👦 "Remember that your mother is your mother. She should not need to issue orders." A tribute to the silent strength of mothers and the duty to honor them (April 1999).
10. A Plea to My Sisters
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👩👧👦 "We need women who are devoted to shepherding God’s children along the covenant path." A call for women to lead with courage and faithfulness in guiding families (October 2015).
Each quote from President Nelson serves as a timeless reminder of his dedication to guiding individuals toward spiritual growth and eternal truths. His words continue to resonate, offering encouragement and direction in our daily lives. Feel free to click on the Instagram links to explore these powerful messages further and share them with your loved ones.