Brothers and sisters Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
““Now, brothers and sisters, we must do our duty, whatever that duty might be. Peace may be denied for a season. Some of our liberties may be curtailed. We may be inconvenienced. We may even be called on to suffer in one way or another. But God our Eternal Father will watch over this nation and all of the civilized world who look to Him. He has declared, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord” (Ps. 33:12). Our safety lies in repentance. Our strength comes of obedience to the commandments of God. Let us be prayerful. Let us pray for righteousness. Let us pray for the forces of good. Let us reach out to help men and women of goodwill, whatever their religious persuasion and wherever they live. Let us stand firm against evil, both at home and abroad. Let us live worthy of the blessings of heaven, reforming our lives where necessary and looking to Him, the Father of us all. He has said, “Be still, and know that I am God” (Ps. 46:10).””
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1995
Faithful duty persists despite hardship; divine protection and repentance safeguard a nation and its people.
In simple terms: Doing God’s work, even in tough times, brings safety and strength.
Key Takeaway
Trust God, repent, obey, pray, help others.
Themes
faith
duty
repentance
obedience
prayer
Mood
hopeful
determined
reverent
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- national crisis
- personal trial
- community service
- interfaith outreach
Key Concepts
theocracy
civic responsibility
spiritual resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance spiritual duty with practical action?
- What role does interfaith cooperation play in national resilience?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on divine aid may overlook practical solutions and pluralistic perspectives.
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