"Virtue" is a word we don't hear very often in today's society, but the Latin root word "virtus" means "strength." Virtuous women and men possess a quiet dignity and inner strength. They are confident because they are worthy to receive and be guided by the Holy Ghost. Virtue is based on high moral standards. It encompasses chastity and moral purity. It is the accumulation of thousands of small decisions and actions. I truly believe that one virtuous young woman or young man, led by the Spirit, can change the world. But in order to do so, we must return to virtue.

Now is the time to prepare. We must engage in strict training by exercising more self-discipline. Now is the time to become more fit for the kingdom. Now is the time to set our course and focus on the finish. You are the guardians of virtue. A return to virtue must begin individually in our hearts and in our homes. Please do your covenants. Stand in holy places. Lay aside the things of the world. Believe that ye must repent. Always remember Him, and keep His commandments. And if there is anything virtuous, lovely, of good report, or praiseworthy, seek after these things. Let virtue garnish thy thoughts unceasingly.

Today there can be no more powerful force for virtue in the world. You must never underestimate the power of your righteous influence.