Agency Quote by David A. Bednar
“Learning by faith and from experience are two of the central features of the Father's plan of happiness. The Savior preserved moral agency through the Atonement and made it possible for us to act and to learn by faith.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: General Conference, 2018, "The Plan of Happiness"
Faith and experience are essential for learning within God's plan, enabled by the Atonement.
In simple terms: Faith and experience guide learning.
Key Takeaway
Embrace learning through faith and experience.
Themes
spirituality
learning
agency
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious study
- personal growth
- missionary work
Key Concepts
Atonement
moral agency
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- How does experience complement faith?
- Can agency be exercised without faith?
A Different Perspective
Faith alone may not address practical challenges.
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