I am so touched by this example of how family, especially spouses, should be our first priority: Several years ago... President Thomas S. Monson taught a wonderful lesson. ...General Authorities... had traveled to Salt Lake City, Utah, many coming from places around the world where they were serving... As the time for the meeting approached, everyone seemed to be in attendance except President Monson. We patiently waited as 9:00 a.m. came and then passed. Someone walked out the side door—obviously to see if some assistance might be needed. Upon returning, he said, “President Monson will join you shortly.” About 15 minutes later, President Monson entered the room. We were happy to see him and pleased that he looked well. There was no obvious reason as to why he would have been late. President Monson went straight to the pulpit and said, “Brethren, I’m sorry to be late, but my wife needed me this morning.” I was deeply impressed and humbled. This was a very important meeting. The entire senior leadership of the Church was assembled, but President Monson set the example for us all. His wife needed him, and he took the time necessary to care for her. It was a great sermon. “My wife needed me.” -Elder William R. Walker, April 2014 Ensign Magazine.
Posted on: Sat, 03 May 2014 21:24:17 +0000
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