Kingdom of god Quote by George Q. Cannon
““The only way to maintain our position in the Kingdom of God is to so conduct ourselves that we may have a living testimony of the truth continually dwelling in our bosoms, to live so that the Spirit of the Lord may be a constant and abiding guest with us, whether in the privacy of our chamber, in the domestic circle or in the midst of the crowded thoroughfares, the busy scenes and anxious cares of life. He who will pursue this course will never lack for knowledge; he will never be in doubt or in darkness, nor will his mind ever be clouded by the gloomy pall of unbelief; on the contrary his hopes will be bright; his faith will be strong; his joy will be full; he will be able to each succeeding day to comprehend the unfolding purposes of Jehovah and to rejoice in the glorious liberty and happiness which all the faithful children of God enjoy...””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Kingdom of God, 19th‑century LDS discourse
Living continuously with the Spirit yields knowledge, confidence, hope, faith, joy, and freedom in daily life.
In simple terms: A Spirit‑filled life brings certainty and happiness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate constant spiritual awareness.
Themes
faith
spirituality
confidence
joy
freedom
Mood
reverent
hopeful
determined
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- family gatherings
- public service
- stressful work
- social events
Key Concepts
Divine presence
inner testimony
spiritual discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you invite the Spirit into everyday tasks?
- What habits sustain your inner testimony?
A Different Perspective
Maintaining constant awareness can be difficult amid modern distractions.
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