HONESTY

“Don’t rationalize away future happiness by taking shortcuts instead of applying sound gospel principles. Remember: little things lead to big things. Seemingly insignificant indiscretions or neglect can lead to big problems. More importantly, simple, consistent, good habits lead to a life full of bountiful blessings.” ~Elder Richard G. Scott, For Peace at Home, April 2013 General Conference

“A consecrated life is a life of integrity. We see it in the husband and wife ‘who honor marital vows with complete fidelity.’  We see it in the father and mother whose demonstrated first priority is to nourish their marriage and ensure the physical and spiritual welfare of their children. We see it in those who are honest.” ~Elder D. Todd Christofferson, Reflections on a Consecrated Life, October 2010 General Conference

 “Think about the impact on society if youth didn’t cheat in school, if adults were honest in the workplace and were faithful to their marriage vows. For us the concept of basic honesty is grounded in the life and teachings of the Savior.” ~Elder Quentin L. Cook, Let There Be Light, October 2010 General Conference

“Hope on. Journey on. Honestly acknowledge your questions and your concerns, but first and forever fan the flame of your faith, because all things are possible to them that believe.” ~Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Lord, I Believe, April 2013 General Conference

“Clearly, moral values with respect to honesty can play a significant role in establishing light and truth and improving society and should be valued by those who do not have faith.” ~Elder Quentin L. Cook, Let There Be Light, October 2010 General Conference

“In almost every instance, people of faith feel accountable to God for being honest.” ~Elder Quentin L. Cook, Let There Be Light, October 2010 General Conference

“The oft-repeated adage is ever true: ‘Honesty [is] the best policy.’  A Latter-day Saint young man lives as he teaches and as he believes. He is honest with others. He is honest with himself. He is honest with God. He is honest by habit and as a matter of course. When a difficult decision must be made, he never asks himself, ‘What will others think?’ but rather, ‘What will I think of myself?’” ~ President Thomas S. Monson, Preparation Brings Blessings, April 2010 General Conference

“Some cultures allow lying, stealing, and other dishonest practices. But dishonesty in any form—whether to appease, to save face, or to get gain—is in direct conflict with gospel commandments and culture. God is a God of truth, and God does not change.” ~Elder Dallin H. Oaks, Repentance and Change, October 2003 General Conference

“When we speak of the demon of dishonesty, we can find it in a variety of locations. One such place is in school. Let us avoid cheating, falsifying, taking advantage of others, or anything like unto it. Let integrity be our standard.” ~President Thomas S. Monson, Peace, Be Still, October 2002 General Conference

“Good men sometimes make mistakes. A man of integrity will honestly face and correct his mistakes, and that is an example we can respect. Sometimes men try but fail. Not all worthy objectives are realized despite one’s honest and best efforts. True manhood is not always measured by the fruits of one’s labors but by the labors themselves—by one’s striving.” ~Elder D. Todd Christofferson, Let Us Be Men, October 2006 General Conference (Presidency of the 70)