Sometimes one man can make a whole lot of difference...

Today a great man died. He wasn't a great man as the world reveres men. He wasn't wealthy or famous or powerful (as in corporate or dictator/president of a country). He wasn't handsome or suave or debonair. He was small and humble and loving and kind, and he worried about each and every human being on the planet. He was concerned for their safety--physical and emotional, but mostly he was concerned about their spiritual safety and well-being. He was the prophet to the world, a seer, a revelator, an example of Christ-like living, someone who preached, but who practiced what he preached. He was articulate in exhorting us to do our best, to recognize our potential as spiritual beings, to serve and love others, to forgive and forget the trespasses of others and ourselves, to do what is right and to encourage others to do the same. He blessed the lives of many with his tireless efforts. He was inspiring in his words and acts. He wanted everyone to find peace and joy and happiness in their lives through righteous living. He was a son, a brother, a husband, a father, a grandfather and great-grandfather. He found purpose in life, and now he has found eternal peace. He is reunited with his family, especially his beloved wife, Marjorie. He is Gordon B. Hinckley and we were blessed to have known him and to have felt his influence for good. So, yes, sometimes one man can make a whole lot of difference in the world. President Hinckley did, and, through his example and legacy, he will continue to do so. Today the world is a lesser place, but the Celestial World rejoices...