Standing for Something

Ten Neglected Virtues That Will Heal Our Hearts and Homes

De: Gordon B. Hinckley

Narrado por: George Grizzard

No nation can be greater than the strength of its individual homes or the virtue of its people. Sadly, many today would say ours is a nation in crisis. Families are splintering around us, our children are becoming alienated from their great cultural heritage, and our leaders seem increasingly out of touch. Yet, according to Gordon B. Hinckley, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, one cannot lose hope. The solution lies not within our government, schools, or symbols of popular culture, but rather within ourselves, our families, and our faith.

In the tradition of William Bennett's Book of Virtues, Hinckley has created a classic look at the values that can change our world - and how to stand up for them. Drawing on anecdotes from his own life, as well as from our nation today, he examines 10 virtues that have proven through the ages to provide the most profound path to a better world: love, honesty, morality, civility, learning, forgiveness and mercy, thrift and industry, gratitude, optimism, and faith.

Standing for Something is an inspiring blue-print for what we can all do - as individuals, as a nation, and as a world community - to rediscover the values that make us strong and by which all of us can work toward a brighter future.

©2000 Gordon B. Hinckley (P)2000 Simon & Schuster

We thank thee o God for a prophet!

The wisdom given by a prophet to those willing to heed his teachings and to be blessed by the promises if they but do the Lord's will.

very nice. He was a great man. I enjoyed his value

loved it. very nice. his views are pure and I hope I can someday live up to it

Well worth listening to!

Well worth listening to. It will leave you feeling inspired! Love the author he is genuine. The narrator I felt also did a great job.

This is a fantastic book, life changing!

This is a fantastic book that has the potential to be life changing for those that read it!

uplifting!

enjoyed it because it gave me reasons to try a little harder and be a little better

Fantastic book!

I absolutely loved it! The messages ring true for all for a happy, prosperous world.

A timeless book for an ailing world

What did you love best about Standing for Something?

I would recommend this book to everyone who wants to improve their family, relationships and personal committments to truth and timeless values.

Good listen

What made the experience of listening to Standing for Something the most enjoyable?

The author has a lifetime of experience. It is refreshing to hear someone reminiscing in such a positive way.

What other book might you compare Standing for Something to and why?

Not sure.

What about George Grizzard’s performance did you like?

Authentic voice.

What insight do you think you’ll apply from Standing for Something?

Being honest and decent is still as relevant today as it has ever been.

Any additional comments?

It was a little longer than I expected. But it is an enjoyable and worthwhile listen to reinvigorate your sense of purpose.

Awesome! Words of wisdom!

Our world is lacking in civility. If we would each be civil towards each other we would have a nicer world.

great message

I love the message in this book...brings me back to what is important in life.