Pride is the switch that turns off priesthood power…
“Pride is the switch that turns off priesthood power. Humility is a switch that turns it on . . . . Some suppose that humility is about beating ourselves up. Humility does not mean convincing ourselves that we are worthless, meaningless, or of little value. Nor does it mean denying or withholding the talents God has given us. We don't discover humility by thinking less of ourselves; we discover humility by thinking less about ourselves. It comes as we go about our work with an attitude of serving God and our fellowman.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Humility is not self‑deprecation but focusing less on self and more on service to God and others, allowing talents to be used for greater good.
In simple terms: Humility means serving others, not belittling yourself.
Key Takeaway
Serve others, let talents shine.
Themes
humility
service
faith
leadership
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- church ministry
- volunteer work
- team leadership
- personal development
Key Concepts
self‑transcendence
spiritual growth
talent stewardship
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance confidence with humility?
- What does serving others look like in your daily life?
A Different Perspective
Humility can be mistaken for lack of confidence.