Activity Quote by David A. Bednar
“The standard is clear. If something we think, see, hear, or do distances us from the Holy Ghost, then we should stop thinking, seeing, hearing, or doing that thing...Because we estrange the Spirit of the Lord when we engage in activities we know we should shun, then such things definitely are not for us.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑Day Saints, 2019
Avoid any behavior that distances you from spiritual guidance; cease actions that estrange you from the Holy Ghost.
In simple terms: Stop doing things that separate you from the Spirit.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with spiritual values.
Themes
spirituality
self‑discipline
morality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily decision making
- media consumption
- social interactions
- habit formation
Key Concepts
Holy Ghost
spiritual distance
personal conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits keep you from feeling spiritually connected?
- How can you identify subtle influences that distance you from your faith?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual guidance may conflict with personal desires or cultural norms.
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