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Happy Birthday President M. Russell Ballard | 8 October 2019

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And I will also be your light in the wilderness; and I will prepare the way before you, if it so be that ye shall keep my commandments; wherefore, inasmuch as ye shall keep my commandments ye shall be led towards the promised land; and ye shall know that it is by me that ye are led. —1 Nephi 17:13

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Please do not miss an opportunity to look into the eyes of your family members with love. Children and parents, reach out to each other and express your love and appreciation. M. Russell Ballard

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This Day in LDS History

1868: At a historic gathering in Salt Lake City, the entire First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles meet together for the first time in 32 years.
1928: Elder M. Russell Ballard is born in Salt Lake City, Utah.
1961: The Chilean Mission is organized.

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Devin Justesen
Devin is a graduate of Brigham Young University where he studied English and Business Management. He is a writer, photographer, movie-fanatic, and a lover of street tacos. He served his mission in Tokyo, Japan.

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