Gifts of Self-Esteem

By Mary Jane Woodger

2002

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It is a profound and simple the way we feel about ourselves and the happiness we find in this life is largely determined by our possession of spiritual gifts, especially the three most important - faith, hope, and charity. The prophets Moroni, Paul, and Joseph Smith all received revelations concerning spiritual gifts, and clearly taught that self-esteem is not something we achieve; instead, it is a gift that we receive as we grow spiritually. Drawing on insights from modern prophets and apostles as well as from the standard works, Gifts of Self-Esteem reminds us that the purpose of spiritual gifts is to enlighten and to edify. They are given so we can have peace in this life and feel secure even when we experience disappointment, discouragement, despair, depression, doubt, jealousy, or fear. Rediscover your inner potential as you recognize and develop faith, hope, charity, and myriad other unique spiritual gifts in your life - a lifelong process that will increase your capacity to not only love your neighbor but to genuinely love yourself.

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Author

Mary Jane Woodger

Author · 7 books

Dr. Mary Jane Woodger is an Associate Professor of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University. Born and raised in American Fork and Salt Lake City, Utah, Dr. Woodger has always had a great love for teaching. After obtaining a B.S. in Home Economics Education, Dr. Woodger taught Home Economics and American History in Salt Lake City where she received the Vocational Teacher of the Year Award from Jordan School District. In 1992, she completed her M.Ed. at Utah State University. In 1997, she received from Brigham Young University an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, with a minor in Church History and Doctrine. In 1998 Dr. Woodger was honored by Kappa Omicron Nu, with an Award of Excellence for her dissertation research, entitled "The Educational Ideals of David O. McKay." Since then she has had three books published about the life and teachings of David O. McKay. She has also authored numerous articles on doctrinal, historical, and educational subjects. These articles have appeared in various academic journals, as well as venues for the LDS audience including the Journal of Book of Mormon Studies, Deseret News Church News, and The Religious Educator. She was recently honored with the best article of the year award from the Utah Historical Society. Her current research interests include twentieth century Church history, Latter-day Saint women's history, and Church education. (from https://religion.byu.edu/mary-jane\_wo...)