Service

#1. "Years later, as a mature servant of the Lord, Elder Hinckley would say, 'He who lives only unto himself withers and dies, while he who forgets himself in the service of others grows and blossoms in this life and in eternity.'” (Unselfish Service- Dallin H. Oaks)
Service gives life to both those who are served and those who serve; it's so great how it helps both parties. I think with each of us being born with the light of Christ, we see that light in our self resurface when we do His work. All that the Savior did was teach through  the power of service. There is nothing in this world that does more good for mankind than service.

#2. “An attitude of love characterized the mission of the Master,” President Monson said. “He gave sight to the blind, legs to the lame, and life to the dead. Perhaps when we [face] our Maker, we will not be asked, ‘How many positions did you hold?’ but rather, ‘How many people did you help?’ (Unselfish Service - Dallin H. Oaks)
Like I said above, the Savior's life was all about service. It is giving up our precious and limited time that constitutes as unselfish love. He lived to love and wanted others to feel of that power too. We can feel of what the Savior did when we choose to give service to all on this earth.

#3. "A familiar example of losing ourselves in the service of others—this one not unique to Latter-day Saints—is the sacrifice parents make for their children." (Unselfish Service - Dallin H. Oaks)
The service that good parents give to their children is indescribable. I know I am so grateful for all the sacrifice and love my parents gave to ensure my happiness. When a married couple has children is is their choice as to what level they will serve their children, but being the child of great parents, I know that there is nothing more precious to a child than quality wholesome time with their mom and dad.

#4. "It is only when we love God and Christ with all of our hearts, souls, and minds that we are able to share this love with our neighbors through acts of kindness and service—the way that the Savior would love and serve all of us if He were among us today." (Finding Joy Through Loving Service - M. Russell Ballard)
This is where pure and humble service comes from - a true love and relationship with God and Christ. Christ left this earth, but He still serves us today from above and I know without a doubt that if He were walking on this earth, He would give all that He had to serve each of us everyday. Just think of the change the world would have if everyone lived that way; it would be miraculous.

#5. "Another way we can serve Heavenly Father’s children is through missionary service—not only as full-time missionaries but also as friends and neighbors." (Finding Joy Through Loving Service - M. Russell Ballard)
To share the gospel is the greatest service. If you want to show your love to one of God's children, share the gospel. If you care for others salvation and understanding and happiness, share this true and everlasting gospel. It comes with being a friend unto others and then expressing that love by sharing with them the doctrine of Christ.

#6. "In all of our service, we need to be sensitive to the promptings of the Holy Ghost. The still, small voice will let us know who needs our help and what we can do to help them." (Finding Joy Through Loving Service - M. Russell Ballard)
 The most effective service comes from listening to the promptings of the Holy Ghost. If we desire and search for service opportunities, the Lord will provide them and we will be blessed to act as an instrument in His hands. We must keep ourselves in tune with the Spirit though if we wish to be granted with opportunities by following the commandments of God. This will give us the greatest service moments.

#7. "President Spencer W. Kimball said: 'It is vital that we serve each other in the kingdom. … So often, our acts of service consist of simple encouragement or of giving … help with mundane tasks, but what glorious consequences can flow … from small but deliberate deeds!'" (Finding Joy Through Loving Service- M. Russell Ballard)
Our acts of service should be with purpose and drive to make a difference. They should be set with a fire to really make an impact on another's life. The small acts are meaningful, but what greater of a difference would we make if we really tried to help another.

#8. "This is the service that counts, brethren—the service to which all of us have been called, the service of the Lord Jesus Christ." (The Service That Counts - Thomas S. Monson)
To act in the Lord's name to make a difference as He would is that which makes Him so happy. To act with humble service is the type of individuals that God needs in order to truly help His children. We as members of His church need to take this in all serious and act now. There is no time to procrastinate, our lives are short and should be fulfilling the purposes of God.  

#9. "To all who go forth in His service, He provides this assurance: 'I will go before your face. I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my Spirit shall be in your hearts, and mine angels round about you, to bear you up.'" (The Service That Counts - Thomas S. Monson)
The Lord provides for those who serve His children. He provides them with love and uplifts them because they live in good-standing with God. There is no reason whatsoever to not serve when the promise of God is that he'll continuously provide for those who serve His children.

#10. "While driving to the office one morning, I passed a dry-cleaning establishment which had a sign by the side of the front door. It read, 'It’s the Service That Counts.'" (The Service That Counts - Thomas S. Monson)
It is this sign that President Monson based his whole talk around. I like that it's simple but you can draw so many thoughts and depth from it. It is the service that counts in this life. If we desire to be like our Savior, we must continuously do service. I feel that above all, this is what He asks of us. He just wants us to be happy, and this is the key to daily and eternal joy. Pure service and love.