Latter days Quote by Heber J. Grant
““I have traveled six solid weeks at a time in different settlements and heard "We Thank Thee, O God, For a Prophet" sung in every one of them. And I have thought time and time again that there were any number of Latter-day Saints who ought to put a postscript on it and say, "We thank thee, O God, for a prophet to guide us in these latter days provided he guides us in the way we want to be guided.””
About This Quote
The speaker observes that many believers thank God for a prophet, but doubts whether the prophet truly leads them as they desire.
In simple terms: People thank God for a prophet but question if guidance matches their wishes.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on whether your faith follows personal desires or divine direction.
Themes
faith
leadership
trust
authority
expectation
Mood
contemplative
skeptical
hopeful
Type
theological
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- missionary work
- personal prayer
- church meetings
- community worship
- religious education
Key Concepts
prophecy
divine guidance
human desire
spiritual autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you accept guidance that aligns with your preferences?
- How can you discern true divine direction?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes all believers share the same view, ignoring dissenting perspectives.
![“We sing and have done so constantly, "We thank Thee, O God, for a Prophet to guide us in these latter days." [Hymns, no. 19.] There are a great many who . . . put a postscript to that and say: "Provided he guides us to suit our own fancies and our own whims." The prophets of God, from Joseph Smith…” quote by Heber J. Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7f0/heber-j-grant-4570_latter-days_we-sing-and-have-done-so-constantly-we-t_135665.jpg)
![“Except in these latter-day songs, [Bob] Dylan is a grizzled old prophet who's already been to hell and back.” quote by Jay Michaelson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/fcd/jay-michaelson-15590_bob_except-in-these-latter-day-songs-bob-dyl_3830.jpg)
