One of the great ironies of life is this: he or she who serves almost always benefits more than he or she who is served. —Gordon B. Hinckley
“One of the great ironies of life is this: he or she who serves almost always benefits more than he or she who is served.”

Gordon B. Hinckley Religious leader

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paul from KISII,KENYA JULY 24, 2017
very true, let's put it into practice!
Timi from Lagos Nigeria  JULY 9, 2017
Very impactful
Mary Ann from Montenegro JULY 8, 2017
May your time count as much for yourself in service of humanity❤
Daniel from Bay City, MI JULY 7, 2017
Very inspirational
Dee from Alabama JULY 7, 2017
It is so true. Serving others is a humbling example to our children.
Alice from Ireland FEBRUARY 3, 2016
I like this quote.

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