Bible Quote by Boyd K. Packer
““You have your agency, and inspiration does not—perhaps cannot—flow unless you ask for it, or someone asks for you. No message in scripture is repeated more often than the invitation, even the command, to pray—to ask.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 2015
Inspiration comes when we actively seek it or invite others to seek it; prayer is the repeated invitation to ask for divine help.
In simple terms: Ask for inspiration; prayer invites it.
Key Takeaway
Seek and ask for guidance.
Themes
faith
prayer
inspiration
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- group worship
- decision making
- seeking guidance
Key Concepts
spiritual agency
divine communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you actively request inspiration?
- What role does prayer play in your daily decisions?
A Different Perspective
If you never ask, you may never receive; reliance on passive hope can limit growth.
