Christ Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
“Was it not through pride that the devil became the devil? Christ wanted to serve. The devil wanted to rule. Christ wanted to bring men to where He was. The devil wanted to be above men.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1978
The quote contrasts Christ’s humility and service with the devil’s pride and desire for domination, suggesting that pride leads to evil while service leads to righteousness.
In simple terms: Pride leads to evil, service leads to good.
Key Takeaway
Choose humility over pride.
Themes
humility
service
pride
spirituality
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
moral
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- conflict resolution
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pride affect your choices?
- In what ways can you serve others today?
A Different Perspective
Pride can be a complex motivator, not always purely negative.
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