Appeals Quote by Albert E. Bowen
“We cannot justify ourselves in living by that particular part of the word that appeals to us, the part that we desire to obey, but must be willing to. . . live by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.”
About This Quote
Source Religious Talk: LDS General Conference, 1975
Bowen urges living by all divine teachings, not just the appealing parts, emphasizing full obedience to God.
In simple terms: Follow all of God’s words, not just the easy ones.
Key Takeaway
Commit to comprehensive spiritual obedience.
Themes
faith
obedience
spiritual discipline
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily scripture study
- ethical decision‑making
- community worship
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Theology
moral philosophy
religious practice
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify the parts of teachings that are hardest?
- What practices help you stay aligned with full obedience?
A Different Perspective
May be challenging to discern all divine guidance.
