D&C 8:7 -- On Power

"Behold, there is no other power, save the power of God, that can cause this gift of Aaron to be with you."
Doctrine and Covenants 8:7


I really like the idea here that the gift of Aaron (the Aaronic priesthood) can only be given by the power of God. So many of our governmental, societal... and lots of fictional constructs are based on the idea that power can be used for good or evil, which is true for the most part in our imperfect world. But isn't it an amazing idea that you just can't use God's power for evil? In D&C 121:37-38 it's even more clear. If the priesthood is used for anything against bad, then zap, it's gone, and we are left to ourselves.
Today, let's remember to do good and be good, and as we do, and learn more, God will grant us power to become forces for good in the world.