Marvin J. AshtonPleasure usually takes the form of me and now; joy is us and always.371Death
Marvin J. AshtonYoung people . . , God wants us to be victorious. He wants you to triumph over all of your foes. Stalwart and brave we must stand. God is at the helm. There is no reason for defea… ▶361Humanity
Marvin J. AshtonBe the one who nurtures and builds. Be the one who has an understanding and a forgiving heart one who looks for the best in people. Leave people better than you found them.351HumanityLove
Marvin J. AshtonWe invite all to serve the Savior and walk in His paths straightway. There is an urgency for all of us who have this knowledge of His divinity to act upon it without hesitation or… ▶362ReadingTime
Marvin J. AshtonOver the years I have learned that when I need answers to deal with crises, people, and issues, I must go to God. God will help us in everything we do if we stay in tune and if we… ▶352HopeHumanityTime
Marvin J. AshtonThe world is filled with too many of us who are inclined to indicate our love with an announcement or declaration. True love is a process. True love requires personal action. Love… ▶341LoveTimeTruth
Marvin J. AshtonDo not allow yourselves to be made to feel inadequate or frustrated because you cannot do everything others seem to be accomplishing. Only you and your Father in Heaven know your … ▶343Reading
Marvin J. AshtonThe family as an institution today is beset on all sides. Conflicts within the family are critical and often damaging. Contention puts heavy strain on stability, strength, peace, … ▶332Time
Marvin J. AshtonAs children of God we are somebody. He will build us, mold us, and magnify us if we will but hold our heads up, our arms out, and walk with him.322Sadness
Marvin J. AshtonAs children of God we are somebody. He will build us, mold us, and magnify us if we will but hold our heads up, our arms out, and walk with him. What a great blessing to be create… ▶333Truth
Marvin J. AshtonIt is a happy day when we come to know that with God's help, nothing is impossible for us. ✨ Marvin J. Ashton (1982). Ye Are My Friends, Shadow Mountain356Death
Marvin J. AshtonSometimes when family members least deserve love, they need it the most.346LoveTime
Marvin J. AshtonIn times of hurt and discouragement, it may be consoling for all of us to recall that no one can do anything permanently to us that will last for eternity. Only we ourselves can a… ▶379ReadingTime
Marvin J. AshtonSome of us are inclined to look to the weaknesses and shortcomings of others in order to expand our own comfort zone. ✨ Marvin J. Ashton (1991). The Measure of Our Hearts, S… ▶302Love
Marvin J. AshtonI challenge youth to cooperate with parents who are concerned about your reading and your viewing. Be concerned yourself about what you take into your mind. Young people, you woul… ▶346HumanityReadingThought
Marvin J. AshtonVictories in life come through our ability to work around and over the obstacles that cross our path. We grow stronger as we climb our own mountains. ✨ Marvin J. Ashton (198… ▶379Life
Marvin J. AshtonMany marriage tragedies are caused, not by lack of money, but rather by the mismanagement of it.313Death
Marvin J. AshtonTrue happiness is not made in getting something. True happiness is becoming something. This can be done by being committed to lofty goals. We cannot become something without commi… ▶379ReadingTruth
Marvin J. AshtonAdversity will surface in some form in every life. How we prepare for it, how we meet it, makes the difference. We can be broken by adversity, or we can become stronger. The final… ▶359Life
Marvin J. AshtonThe difference between those who are committed and those who are not is the difference between the words want and will. ✨ Marvin J. Ashton (1987). Be of Good Cheer, Deseret … ▶271Reading
Marvin J. AshtonStill, small heavenly voices penetrate the heart with their gentle, convincing declarations… Most often, hope, encouragement, and direction come from a soft, piercing voice. Small… ▶3610HopeLove
Marvin J. AshtonGreatness is best measured by how well an individual responds to the happenings in life that appear to be totally unfair, unreasonable, and undeserved. ✨ Marvin J. Ashton (1… ▶315LifeReading
Marvin J. AshtonAdaptability cushions the impact of change or disappointment.261Life
Marvin J. AshtonOne of the great tragedies of life, it seems to me, is when a person classifies himself as someone who has no talents or gifts. When, in disgust or discouragement, we allow oursel… ▶3510DeathLifePhilosophy
Marvin J. AshtonWe should teach, particularly ourselves, that nobody is a nobody. We are someone, and with God's help we can accomplish all things. ✨ Marvin J. Ashton (1982). Ye Are My Frie… ▶328Sadness
Marvin J. AshtonWorthiness is a process, and perfection is an eternal trek. We can be worthy to enjoy certain privileges without being perfect. ✨ Marvin J. Ashton (1991). The Measure of Our… ▶274Love
Marvin J. AshtonBeing of good cheer makes it possible for us to turn all of our sunsets into sunrises. ✨ Marvin J. Ashton (1987). Be of Good Cheer, Deseret Book Co318Reading
Marvin J. AshtonIf you have self-respect, you will take satisfaction in being well groomed and will not allow yourself to perform shabbily. You will continue to work toward high standards and goa… ▶3310Truth
Marvin J. AshtonThere is a great need today for all mankind to heed the plea to cease to find fault one with another. Some of us are so accustomed to wearing faultfinding spectacles that we canno… ▶3210HumanityTime
Marvin J. AshtonWe often equate charity with visiting the sick, taking in casseroles to those in need, or sharing our excess with those who are less fortunate. But really, true charity is much, m… ▶221LoveTruth
