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Jeffrey R. Holland
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Jeffrey Rex Holland was born on December 3, 1940.
Birth and Death Dates
Still living as of my last update in 2022.
Nationality and Profession(s)
American, educator, administrator, and religious leader
Early Life and Background
Jeffrey R. Holland grew up in St. John, Utah, and developed a strong interest in education and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) from an early age. He served as a missionary in France from 1960 to 1962 before returning to the United States to pursue higher education.
Major Accomplishments
Holland earned his Bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University (BYU), Master's degree from Yale University, and Ph.D. in American Studies from Yale University. He began teaching at BYU in 1964 and remained there until 1973 when he was called by LDS Church president Spencer W. Kimball to serve as a member of the church's Quorum of Twelve Apostles.
Notable Works or Actions
During his tenure as an apostle, Holland became known for his impassioned talks on various subjects including faith, education, and family values. He served in this position until 1990 when he was called by LDS Church president Ezra Taft Benson to serve as the President of Brigham Young University-Idaho (then known as Ricks College). Under his leadership, enrollment at the institution increased significantly.
Impact and Legacy
Jeffrey Holland has had a lasting impact on education and the LDS church. His service in various roles within the church has allowed him to reach millions with messages of faith and values that emphasize family unity and spiritual growth.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Holland is widely quoted for his insightful talks and addresses delivered during General Conference, which is a semiannual gathering where leaders from the LDS Church share their thoughts on various subjects. His ability to speak directly to both young and old has earned him respect as a wise teacher and compassionate leader.
Quotes by Jeffrey R. Holland
Jeffrey R. Holland's insights on:
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We don’t want God to remember our sins, so there is something fundamentally wrong in our relentlessly trying to remember those of others.
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The Church is not a fast food outlet. We can’t always have it our way. Some day every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is the Christ, and that salvation can only come His way.
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Just because God is God, just because Christ is Christ, they cannot do other than care for us and bless us and help us if we will but come unto them, approaching their throne of grace in meekness and lowliness of heart. They can’t help but bless us. They have to. It is their nature.
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To give ourselves totally to another person, as we do in marriage, is the most trusting step we take in any human relationship.
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In seeking true peace some of us need to improve what has to be improved, confess what needs to be confessed, forgive what needs to be forgiven, and forget what should be be forgotten in order that serenity can come to us.
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Pray earnestly and fast with purpose and devotion. Some difficulties, like devils, do not come out save by fasting and by prayer. Ask in righteousness and you shall receive. Knock with conviction and it shall be opened unto you.
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Fighting through darkness and despair and pleading for the light is what opened this dispensation. It is what keeps it going, and it is what will keep you going.
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Let people repent. Let people grow. Believe that people can change and improve.
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God loves us. He is good, He is our Father, and He expects us to pray, and to trust and be believing, and not give up, and not panic, and not retreat, when something doesn’t seem to be going just right.
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The Book of Mormon is the keystone of our religion primarily because it is the most extended and definitive witness we have of the Lord Jesus Christ-of our Alpha and Omega, the True Vine, the Bishop and Shepherd of our Soul, he who is the Key Stone, the Chief Cornerstone of the eternal gospel.
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