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It is not enough to behave reverently; we must feel in our…

“It is not enough to behave reverently; we must feel in our hearts reverence for our Heavenly Father and our Lord, Jesus Christ. Reverence flows from our admiration and respect for Deity. It is something we feel inside our hearts no matter what is going on around us. It is also a personal…” quote by L. Tom Perry
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“It is not enough to behave reverently; we must feel in our hearts reverence for our Heavenly Father and our Lord, Jesus Christ. Reverence flows from our admiration and respect for Deity. It is something we feel inside our hearts no matter what is going on around us. It is also a personal responsibility. We cannot blame others for disturbing our reverent attitudes.”

L. Tom Perry

About This Quote

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

True reverence for God requires heartfelt feeling, not just outward behavior; it's a personal responsibility.

In simple terms: Feel reverence in your heart, not just act.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner reverence toward the divine.

Themes

spirituality responsibility inner devotion

Mood

reverent thoughtful

Type

religious inspirational

When to use this quote

  • worship services
  • personal prayer
  • daily reflections
  • community gatherings

Key Concepts

reverence faith personal responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you nurture genuine reverence daily?
  • What practices deepen heartfelt devotion?
A Different Perspective

External actions alone may seem hollow without inner feeling.

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