“President Kimball Speaks Out on
Morality,” Ensign, Nov. 1980, pp. 95, 98.)
When the hearts of
(men—)Young Women
1. Are set on
the things of the world, or
2. Aspire to the
honors of men,
They will act
in ways detrimental to spiritual growth, including—
1. Covering
their sins.
2. Gratifying
their pride and vain ambitions.
3. Exercising
unrighteous dominion over others.
These actions
cause—
1. The heavens
to withdraw themselves.
2. The Spirit of
the Lord to be grieved.
3. A withdrawal
of power and authority.
This can also be
stated positively:
When the
hearts of men— (Young Women)
1. Are set on
the things of God, and
2. Aspire to
God’s approval,
They will act
in ways beneficial to spiritual growth, including—
1. Repenting of
their sins.
2. Humbling
themselves.
3. Seeking the
kingdom of God first.
4. Exercising
love and charity toward others.
These actions
cause—
1. The heavens
to draw near.
2. The Spirit of
the Lord to be near.
3. An increase
in power and authority.