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Just before his 101st birthday, President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints authored an op-ed for TIME magazine, sharing what he called his birthday wish for the world. In the article, Nelson emphasized two principles that he believes lead to happiness and peace: recognizing each person's divine worth and dignity, and showing compassion and respect to others.
“My faith teaches me that over two millennia ago, Jesus Christ preached these same laws of happiness: to love God and to love our neighbor,” President Nelson wrote. “After 101 years, I can say that these are not abstract theological ideas — they are practical wisdom. They are what have sustained me through loss and triumph, uncertainty, peace, war, and healing. If we embrace these eternal truths — honoring our own worth, treating others with dignity, and nurturing our families — our lives, and our world, will be steadier and more joyful.”
Latter-day Saints worldwide are marking President Nelson’s 101st birthday by reflecting on his teachings about following Jesus Christ. His milestone birthday is seen as a moment of gratitude by millions around the globe.
The full article by President Nelson can be read in TIME magazine.
