{"chapter_no":"21","chapter_title":"Principles of Zion, Part XVIII","book_id":"1","book_name":"Dream of the Pioneers","subchapter_no":"0","page_no":"130","page_number":"1","verses_count":0,"total_pages":5,"page_content":"

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Chapter 18<\/p>

Principles of Zion, Part XVIII<\/h1><\/p>

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Being M<\/i>orally Clean, <\/i>A<\/i> Pure Heart, Righteousness, Obedience<\/i><\/p>

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Defense wins championships in the fight against sin. Protect your home against the forces
of evil.<\/p>

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The popular culture is tone deaf to the beautiful music that comes from heaven. <\/p>

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Disobedience throws us off our game. We lose momentum in our faith and the sacred
work of the priesthood is left undone (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0409 (Mon)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Disobedience creates a drain on the Spirit. Lust is the death queen.<\/p>

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Don't let the immorality of this world consume you or you will lust in hell.<\/p>

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Are you a man of God or an addict?<\/p>

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Adultery leads to a constant state of worry. The loud cry of repentance will sound
continuously in your ears (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0214 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Adultery! Adultery! A double tragedy. The souls of both parties involved are filled with
wickedness (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2021-0808 (Sun)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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A farewell to arms––leaving the loving arms of one's lawfully wedded wife, of one's
eternal companion, for an adulterous affair (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0802 (Fri)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Don't carry away your kiss to someone else (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-1126 (Tue)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Don't lust. It's the thought that counts. <\/p>

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One evil thought is one too many.<\/p>

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God judges thoughts. So, keep your thoughts clean.<\/p>

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As you think, so you are. As you think, so you do (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-1217 (Sun)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

Cleanse your heart of all lusts (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0910 (Tue)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Become stronger and stronger in moral cleanliness (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0910 (Tue)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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The important goal of the priesthood body in wards and stakes is this—that all men and
boys of the Church be morally clean from this day forward (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2021-0718 (Sun)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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A morally clean priesthood holder is a standard of righteousness for all to see—family,
friends, coworkers, members of his ward and stake. The impact is far-reaching, leading others to
the same high level of obedience.<\/p>

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Be morally clean forever (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0129 (Mon)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Being morally clean is an end in itself. It brings peace and joy into your life (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2020-0821 (Fri)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Be perfect in your obedience to the law of chastity (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0505 (Sun)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Strive to have purity of thoughts and desires in your heart such that you are beyond lust,
beyond the reach of the tempter's power (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2021-0731 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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As temptations of immorality come upon you, immediately ask the Spirit to protect you
and to help chase them away. Speed in your response to each and every temptation is key (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2021-0828 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Walk in perfect harmony with the Spirit. Be sanctified before God (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0824 (Fri)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Be pure in soul. Be pure in heart. <\/p>

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Purity of soul is the ultimate you (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-1205 (Wed)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Righteousness shines forth before the world. Purity of soul is glorious (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0928 (Fri)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Be one in purpose and one in mind with the Lord, having similar desires (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0615 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Being good is a state of mind. Feel good and happy in righteous living.<\/p>

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A medley of good thoughts leads to a medley of good works (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0904 (Mon)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Humble yourself before the will of God, and He will lead you free of your bad habits (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0620 (Tue)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Don't keep learning the same old lesson every day. Break free of addiction. Break free of
bad habits.<\/p>

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Don't lose the Spirit through alcoholism, drug abuse, or other addictions.<\/p>

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Drinking alcoholic beverages is not a means to happiness. It leads you away from
sobriety. It leads you away from righteousness.<\/p>

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The Word of Wisdom—Yes. Beer, liquor, tobacco, coffee, and tea—No (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2021-0619 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Whiskey is risky. Better not to develop a taste for liquors or any alcoholic drink (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2021-0711 (Sun)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Firsthand smoke and secondhand smoke—both are bad. Now you know. The Word of
Wisdom, revealed in 1833, has been an obvious sign to the world of Joseph Smith's testimony.<\/p>

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The high of drugs leads to the lowest of lows. The same is true of sin (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-1016 (Mon)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Use the power of God to improve yourself. The winners in life are those who are
constantly improving.<\/p>

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Continuously improving together as a couple––a winning marriage strategy.<\/p>

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Let the Holy Spirit supervise your daily activities. Be accountable to the Lord in all your
decisions (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0518 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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You're inspired by the words of God. Now, obey them (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-1014 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Obey the commandments of He who loves you (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0206 (Wed)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Obey my commandments, and I'll happy you.<\/p>

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Return to obedience. It's the best way to live (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0629 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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You know the rules. Obey the commandments. <\/p>

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The one test of magnificence––obedience to God (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0314 (Wed)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Obedience––full compliance with the laws and ordinances of the gospel (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0420 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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The book of acts––following Jesus Christ and being saved requires both faith and works.
Obeying the commandments of God is not optional for salvation. Paul's great works preaching
the gospel after his conversion were instrumental in the salvation of many souls, including his
own (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0319 (Mon)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Salvation must be earned through obedience. There are no shortcuts (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0526 (Fri)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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One life to live––an obedient life (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0911 (Mon)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Your obedience to the commandments is improving every day. You're chosener<\/i> (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0606 (Wed)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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I'm happy in truth. I'm happy in obedience (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0623 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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It's nice to be happy. Obedience is like that (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0717 (Tue)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Obedience to God brings about a feel-good story in your life that you can share with
others (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2022-1222 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Say cheese! The untold blessings of obedience to God will make you smile (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0306 (Mon)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Obedience makes you cheerful and energetic.<\/p>

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The best type of self-esteem comes from God. Believe in God, and believe in yourself (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0921 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Have a warmness and consistency in your relationship with God (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0706 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Walk in the spiritual realm with God, following His counsel (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0323 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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A righteous Aaronic Priesthood holder says these words—It is my duty, and my honor, to
obey God.<\/p>

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I choose to love and obey God with all my heart––the words spoken by one who has
reached the pinnacle of free agency (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0922 (Fri)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Kingdoms and thrones don't matter. Choices you make in life matter.<\/p>

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Your life choices have consequences in the lives of others, and most especially in the
lives of your children (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0331 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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The blessings of the gospel are choice. The blessings are ours if we choose.<\/p>

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The cup of Christ is there before you. Choose wisely (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0916 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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I'm going to give this choice to men––good and evil. Choose between them (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0606 (Wed)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Choice vs. destiny. What is your eternal destiny? What course in life will you choose?<\/p>

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Righteousness is a choice (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2021-0814 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Be thou what thou may through righteous choices (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0108 (Tue)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Turn towards the good, and your life is set. You will discover the blessings that are in
store for you (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0923 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Have a righteous foundation, and your faith will be strong.<\/p>

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Be like Seth today, and be like Seth tomorrow, never changing, and always faithful.<\/p>

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Continue in righteousness (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0308 (Wed)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

I'm hearing all kinds of good things about righteousness. It's as good as they say it is.<\/p>

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Don't struggle to become righteous. Just be righteous in the first place (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0109 (Tue)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Impress the Spirit with your righteousness (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2018-0105 (Fri)<\/span>, <\/span>WSE-MAIN<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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The righteous part of me has unlimited potential (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-1122 (Wed)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Righteousness and free agency go together. <\/p>

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So much righteousness in your life. So much joy of the Spirit to look forward to (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2019-0723 (Tue)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Righteousness gives you a reservoir of spiritual strength to draw from in times of trial,
and an Ammon-like excitement for life that overwhelms you in times of prosperity (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2022-0923 (Fri)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Being righteous means that you strive every day to be perfect (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-0821 (Mon)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Being righteous is a full-time job and your main profession in life (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2017-1026 (Thu)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Try to make each day special—new revelation of God received, a strengthening of your
testimony, and an increase in your personal righteousness (JRE Link<\/span>, <\/span>2022-0924 (Sat)<\/span>, <\/span>COM-STR2<\/span><\/span>)<\/span>.<\/p>

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Is it possible to be righteous if my friends or family are not righteous? \"Yes!\" says the
young man of God. He then moves forward in life like Nephi, leading those around him by his
good example.<\/p>

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Righteousness follows light and truth, shunning evil.<\/p>

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Righteousness has all the advantages in life. A righteous man has the powers of heaven
behind him.<\/p>

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Armed with the Spirit of God, you will be unstoppable.<\/p>"}