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“The love of God is so universal that His perfect plan bestows many gifts on all of His children, even those who disobey His laws. Mortality is one such gift, bestowed on all who qualified in the War in Heaven (see Revelation 12:7–8). Another unconditional gift is the universal resurrection: 'For…” quote by Dallin H. Oaks
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““The love of God is so universal that His perfect plan bestows many gifts on all of His children, even those who disobey His laws. Mortality is one such gift, bestowed on all who qualified in the War in Heaven (see Revelation 12:7–8). Another unconditional gift is the universal resurrection: 'For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive' (1 Corinthians 15:22). Many other mortal gifts are not tied to our personal obedience to law. As Jesus taught, our Heavenly Father 'maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust' (Matthew 5:45).””

Dallin H. Oaks

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

God’s love gives all people gifts, including mortality and resurrection, regardless of obedience, showing universal grace.

In simple terms: God gives gifts to everyone, even those who disobey.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and appreciate universal blessings.

Themes

grace universal love divine gifts mortality resurrection

Mood

reverent hopeful reflective

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • faith practice
  • personal reflection
  • teaching sermons
  • interfaith dialogue

Key Concepts

theology salvation divine providence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does recognizing universal gifts affect your view of fairness?
  • What responsibilities come with unearned blessings?
A Different Perspective

Some may argue gifts are contingent on obedience, creating theological tension.

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