The Influence of Righteous Women

The influence of righteous women
Has been noted throughout the ages
Alongside men, their works have been woven
As their names too lie upon holy pages

They've a place in our Father's plan
To aid in the well-being of His children
They know they hold the future in their hands
And strive to plant love and testimony with them

As big gates move on small hinges
They serve to make a difference to the one
That the influence for good further advances
Those upon the path prepared by the Son

In body and spirit they are proven
For each keeps the word of wisdom
That children will know what best improves them-
There to be firmly rooted in our Father's kingdom

These sisters have sought for and found what's better
And have laid aside the things of the world
That to this troubled earth they lift and succor
Offering hope and light for the gospel to unfurl



President Dieter F. Uchtdorf
The Influence of Righteous Women
Ensign, September 2009, 2

unfurl
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