No one can progress while finding fault with others

In an October 1982 general conference address, Elder Marvin J. Ashton of the Quorum of the Twelve said: "Robert West wrote, `Nothing is easier than fault-finding; no talent, no self-denial, no brains . . . are required to set up in the grumbling business.' " (Richard L. Evans' Quote Book, Salt Lake City, Utah: Publishers Press, 1971, p. 221.)

Elder Ashton added, "Whether accusations, innuendos, aspersions, or falsehoods are whispered or blatantly shouted, the gospel of Jesus Christ reminds us that we are not to retaliate nor contend. Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:"For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness to God.' (James 1:19-20.)

"No religion, group, or individual can prosper over an extended period of time with fault-finding as their foundation. To the world, and especially to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we declare there is no time for contention. `If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain.' " (James 1:26.)

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