Some members of the Church are increasingly burdened with unnecessary debt because of this sin. And if there is any one thing that is grinding and discouraging and disheartening, it is to have debts and obligations that one cannot meet. As a people, we should avoid unreasonable debt. . . Sadly, many in our world today encourage idleness, especially in the form of mindless, inane entertainment that is on the Internet, on television, and in computer games. Cultivate skills of mind and hands.
Education is the key to opportunity.
Yes, education is the catalyst that will hone and sharpen our talents, skills, and abilities and cause them to blossom. Fourth, those who choose to follow the example of the Savior and relieve suffering could look to the amount they contribute to fast offerings. Contributing a generous fast offering blesses the givers richly and allows them to become partners with the Lord and the bishop in helping relieve suffering and fostering self-reliance. In our prosperous circumstances, perhaps we should evaluate our offerings and decide if we are as generous with the Lord as He is with us. If the Savior were among us in mortality today, He would be found ministering to the needy, the suffering, the sick.