Apostles Quote by George Q. Cannon
“Do not, brethren, put your trust in man though he be a bishop, an apostle, or a president. If you do, they will fail you at some time or place; they will do wrong or seem to, and your support be gone;”
About This Quote
Source S: Sermon, 19th Century LDS Church
Trusting human leaders is risky because they are fallible and may disappoint; reliance should be on divine guidance instead.
In simple terms: Human leaders can fail; trust God.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize spiritual reliance over human authority.
Themes
faith
leadership
trust
humility
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advisory
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- political voting
- church leadership selection
- seeking counsel
Key Concepts
divine reliance
human fallibility
authority critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance trust in God with practical judgment?
- When should human advice be heeded?
A Different Perspective
Even divine guidance can be misinterpreted; over‑reliance on faith may ignore practical realities.
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