To guide them along the rivers of sand,
The one who follows is blind to the trail.
The leader must see, or both people fail.
When searching for truth in life’s living sea,
Who do you turn to for wisdom that’s free?
The one in the castle with power and gold?
The one with the kind eyes, who’s wrinkled and old?
We’ve all seen or felt the power of peer pressure, especially among children. We hope they will grow and learn to not be badly influenced by others, although most of us probably learn this the hard way. Hopefully, after decades of experiences, we do discover the importance of choosing our teachers, or leaders wisely.
On Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1, the Presidency and Apostles and other leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will address the world in conference sessions (10am-noon, and 2pm-4pm each day). Their messages are available through many media sources, one being lds.org. The following message refers to the wisdom and guidance that can be found there.
You have so many pretty pictures. Maybe you should pull your favorites out and make a book.