I just read this talk: https://www.lds.org/broadcasts/article/general-relief-society-meeting/2012/09/the-lord-has-not-forgotten-you?lang=eng
I have also read this scripture and the sections in the institute manual for them:
Jacob 2:17-19
17 Think of your abrethren like unto yourselves, and be familiar with all and free with your bsubstance, that cthey may be rich like unto you.
19 And after ye have obtained a hope in Christ ye shall obtain riches, if ye seek them; and ye will seek them for the intent to adogood—to clothe the naked, and to feed the hungry, and to liberate the captive, and administer relief to the sick and the afflicted.
This is from the institute manual:
- •Jacob taught that God does not condemn the wealthy for their riches. Instead, any condemnation comes from their pride or misuse of their abundance (see Jacob 2:13–14). Some of the people of Nephi chose riches rather than God as the center of their lives. Their search for wealth led them to persecute their brethren rather than assist them (see verses 18–19).

- •President David O. McKay (1873–1970) counseled us to be cautious regarding that which we seek. Though we may obtain almost anything we work for, it may come at a high price: “What seek ye first? What do you cherish as the dominant, the uppermost thought in your mind? What this is will largely determine your destiny. … You may win in this world almost anything for which you strive. If you work for wealth, you can get it, but before you make it an end in itself, take a look at those men who have sacrificed all to the accomplishment of this purpose, at those who have desired wealth for the sake of wealth itself. Gold does not corrupt man; it is in the motive of acquiring that gold that corruption occurs” (Treasures of Life [1962], 174–75).
- •President Boyd K. Packer, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, provided additional instruction concerning the pursuits of life:“We want our children and their children to know that the choice of life is not between fame and obscurity, nor is the choice between wealth and poverty. The choice is between good and evil, and that is a very different matter indeed.“When we finally understand this lesson, thereafter our happiness will not be determined by material things. We may be happy without them or successful in spite of them.“Wealth and prominence do not always come from having earned them. Our worth is not measured by renown or by what we own. …“Our lives are made up of thousands of everyday choices. Over the years these little choices will be bundled together and show clearly what we value.“The crucial test of life, I repeat, does not center in the choice between fame and obscurity, nor between wealth and poverty. The greatest decision of life is between good and evil” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1980, 28–29; or
Ensign, Nov. 1980, 21). - •In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, fast offerings assist the poor and needy. Church leaders encourage members to be generous with their offerings. Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin (1917–2008) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles provided counsel regarding how much to contribute:“How much should we pay in fast offerings? My brothers and sisters, the measure of our offering to bless the poor is a measure of our gratitude to our Heavenly Father. Will we, who have been blessed so abundantly, turn our backs on those who need our help? Paying a generous fast offering is a measure of our willingness to consecrate ourselves to relieve the suffering of others.“Brother Marion G. Romney, who was the bishop of our ward when I was called on a mission and who later served as a member of the First Presidency of the Church, admonished:“‘Be liberal in your giving, that you yourselves may grow. Don’t give just for the benefit of the poor, but give for your own welfare. Give enough so that you can give yourself into the kingdom of God through consecrating of your means and your time’ (
Ensign, July 1982, 4)” (in Conference Report, Apr. 2001, 97; or Ensign, May 2001, 75). We have so many plans and ideas how to serve others and to experience the great wonders of the world. To help others get to where they need and want to be. To give freely of our abundance to others that need it. To give to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints for humanitarian aid , to build temples, to help the scouts, to help the addiction program, and to help the missionaries. We would also like to go on missions. We want to give to other organizations as well. Like the Light House Mission that helps those who have addiction problems as well. So many other organization for our youth and for the welfare of our own souls do we want to give. So much to do. I must pray every day to have the spirit with me to get the things done I need to get done and to get where I need to be. Heavenly Father and the Savior love me and all of us. If I just have faith and give him my burdens He will help us. Then to show gratitude by share what we have with others. Must pray often and just know or believe!! BE PATIENT!!
Jacob 2:17. “Free with Your Substance”
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