Achievement Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
“... the whole design of the gospel is to lead us onward and upward to greater achievement, even, eventually, to godhood. This great possibility was enunciated by the Prophet Joseph Smith in the King Follet sermon. It is this grand and incomparable concept: As God now is, man may become!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1995
The gospel teaches that humanity can progress spiritually and eventually attain divine-like status, as taught by Joseph Smith.
In simple terms: Humans can become like God through spiritual growth.
Key Takeaway
Seek continual spiritual improvement.
Themes
spirituality
potential
divine nature
Mood
hopeful
reverent
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- missionary work
- ethical decision‑making
- leadership development
Key Concepts
exaltation
eternal progression
prophetic teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this belief shape your life goals?
- What responsibilities come with such potential?
A Different Perspective
Achieving godhood may conflict with secular views on human limits.
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