Church members Quote by Harold B. Lee
““Our failure to be a "peculiar" people in maintaining our standards, despite the jeers and the criticisms of the crowd, will be our failure to be chosen for that calling to which we are called. The Lord has told us, "Behold, there are many called, but few are chosen" (D&C 121:34), and then in the same revelation points out two reasons why men fail of their blessings. The first reason he gives is that their hearts are set so much upon the things of this world, and the second is that they aspire so much to the honors of men. So then as Church members let us beware lest we set our hearts upon the things of this world and lest we aspire so much to the honors of men that we compromise our standards. If we do so, we will be cut off in the Day of Judgment and will lose our blessings. Our reward for daring to live the gospel despite the oppositions from the outside world will be to have blessings added upon our heads forever and forever.””
About This Quote
Source Doctrine and Covenants 121:34 (LDS scripture)
The quote warns that focusing on worldly desires and seeking human approval leads to spiritual failure and loss of divine blessings.
In simple terms: Worldly focus and pride can ruin spiritual destiny.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize divine standards over worldly praise.
Themes
faith
humility
spiritual integrity
obedience
Mood
solemn
reflective
inspirational
Type
scriptural
admonitory
motivational
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal decision‑making
- teaching
- missionary work
Key Concepts
LDS doctrine
self‑control
eternal perspective
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure success?
- What standards guide your choices?
A Different Perspective
Worldly pressures and desire for approval can be hard to resist.
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