Accepting Quote by Dieter F. Uchtdorf
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“Patience means accepting that which cannot be changed and facing it with courage, grace, and faith. It means being “willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon [us], even as a child doth submit to his father.” Ultimately, patience means being “firm and steadfast, and immovable in keeping the commandments of the Lord” every hour of every day, even when it is hard to do so. In the words of John the Revelator, “Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and … faith [in] Jesus.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 2015
Patience is enduring unchangeable circumstances with courage, grace, faith, and steadfast obedience to divine commandments.
In simple terms: Endure hardships with calm faith and steady obedience.
Key Takeaway
Stay faithful and steady during trials.
Themes
faith
resilience
obedience
spirituality
Mood
reflective
solemn
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal hardship
- religious practice
- leadership challenges
- daily decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
character development
endurance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice patience when outcomes seem hopeless?
- What habits help maintain steadfastness?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone does not change external conditions, only internal response.
