Although there are days of trouble ahead in the coming conflict, I have no fear of the outcome.  For while Satan is here on earth, seeking to win the hearts of men, so is the Lord, and His power is here, and He is here with His church.  It is the day of their victory and they shall triumph.  And every man or woman who will adhere to gospel principles shall find himself qualified to stand and not fall, and to escape the plagues and perils of this hour.  These shall come out victorious.  For the Lord Jesus Christ is coming to rule and reign over the earth.

Melvin J. Ballard
May 5, 1928
Salt lake Tabernacle Address