Marriage Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
““Think of the repentance that could take place with lives changed, marriages preserved, and homes strengthened, if pride did not keep us from confessing our sins and forsaking them.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: General Conference, 1975
Pride blocks confession, preventing repentance that could restore families and strengthen homes; humility enables transformation.
In simple terms: Pride stops confession, harming families.
Key Takeaway
Practice humility to foster repentance.
Themes
repentance
pride
family
faith
Mood
serious
hopeful
spiritual
Type
religious
reflective
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- spiritual retreats
- family gatherings
- community support
Key Concepts
theology
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What holds you back from confessing?
- How does humility reshape relationships?
A Different Perspective
Pride can be protective of self-image.
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