Agency Quote by Boyd K. Packer
“I'm not ashamed to say that I want to be good. And I've found in my life that it has been critically important to establish this intention between me and the Lord so that I knew that HE knew which way I committed my agency. I went before Him and said, 'I'm not neutral, and you can do with me what you want. If you need my vote-it's there. I don't care what you do with me and you don't have to take anything from me because I give it to you-everything. All I own. All I am.' And THAT has made all the difference.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1990
The speaker emphasizes surrendering personal will to divine guidance, aligning intentions with God to find purpose and strength.
In simple terms: Submit your will to God for direction.
Key Takeaway
Align your purpose with divine will.
Themes
faith
submission
purpose
spirituality
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- spiritual practice
- leadership
- ethical commitment
Key Concepts
agency
divine intention
trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How does surrendering control affect personal agency?
- What role does faith play in setting intentions?
A Different Perspective
May be difficult for those who value autonomy over religious authority.
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