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Never delay a prompting. When you honor a prompting and…

“Never delay a prompting. When you honor a prompting and then stand back a pace, you realize that the Lord gave you the prompting. It makes me feel good that the Lord even knows who I am and knows me well enough to know that if He has an errand to be run, and He prompts me to run the errand, the…” quote by Thomas S. Monson
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“Never delay a prompting. When you honor a prompting and then stand back a pace, you realize that the Lord gave you the prompting. It makes me feel good that the Lord even knows who I am and knows me well enough to know that if He has an errand to be run, and He prompts me to run the errand, the errand will get done.”

Thomas S. Monson

About This Quote

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

Promptings are divine nudges; acting promptly shows trust and ensures tasks are completed.

In simple terms: Follow divine nudges promptly.

Key Takeaway

Act quickly on spiritual guidance.

Themes

faith obedience prompting

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • making decisions
  • daily chores
  • volunteering
  • career moves

Key Concepts

divine guidance personal responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What prompts have you ignored?
  • How does quick action affect your confidence?
A Different Perspective

Delaying may cause missed opportunities or doubt.

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