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The quote says that thoughts, beliefs, and plans matter, but actions matter more. It emphasizes that a person is judged most by what they actually do, not just what they intend.
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About Joseph B. Wirthlin
American businessman and Latter-day Saint religious leader
Joseph B. Wirthlin was an American businessman and Latter-day Saint religious leader. He served as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was sustained to the Twelve on October 4, 1986, and ordained an apostle on October 9, 1986, by Thomas S. Monson. His appointment followed the death of church president Spencer W. Kimball. In that role, he was accepted by church members as a prophet, seer, and revelator.
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