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When we learn that Zion can only be established on celestial principles, we’re reminded to align our daily choices with heaven’s pattern. Building Zion begins in our own hearts as we let eternal perspectives shape how we respond to trials, relationships, and responsibilities.
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“And Zion cannot be built up unless it is by the principles of the law of the celestial kingdom; otherwise I cannot receive her unto myself.”—Doctrine & Covenants 105:5
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“When you are confronted with a dilemma, think celestial! When tested by temptation, think celestial! When life or loved ones let you down, think celestial! When someone dies prematurely, think celestial. When someone lingers with a devastating illness, think celestial. When the pressures of life crowd in upon you, think celestial! As you recover from an accident or injury, as I am doing now, think celestial!”—Russell M. Nelson, “Think Celestial!”
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Living the Principle: Think Celestial!
- Begin and end each day with a short prayer specifically asking Heavenly Father to help you have a celestial perspective when making decisions, whether about work, family, or personal habits.
- When faced with frustration or conflict, pause and ask yourself, “How would this choice contribute to building Zion?”—then deliberately choose the option that reflects patience, forgiveness, or unity.
- Set aside one evening a week to study scriptures or talks about the celestial kingdom with your family or friends, and then discuss together one concrete way to apply those principles in your relationships.
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This Day in Church History
1830: Orson Pratt is baptized by his brother Parley P. Pratt in Canaan, New York.
1968: Troy Dalbey, later an Olympic gold medalist in swimming at the 1988 Seoul games, is born in St. Louis, Missouri.
1972: Elder Gordon B. Hinckley offers a prayer at Mars Hill in Athens, Greece. President Harold B. Lee later states that the prayer stands as a rededication of Greece for the preaching of the gospel.
What is one small choice you can make today that helps you focus on celestial principles and build Zion? Share with us in the comments and check back tomorrow for more inspiration!
Holly Wallace is a writer and storyteller drawn to meaningful questions and overlooked details. Her work explores Latter-day Saint life and culture through faithful inquiry, inviting readers to pause, consider, and engage more deeply with what matters most.
