Again Quote by Heber J. Grant
“It is a remarkable fact that we can never read or hear of the labors which our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ performed, without taking pleasure in it, while, on the other hand, there is nothing so interesting in the life and history of any other individual but what by hearing or reading it time and time again we become tired of it.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1936
The deeds of Jesus are endlessly inspiring, while repeated stories about other people become dull over time.
In simple terms: Jesus' acts stay fresh; other stories grow stale.
Key Takeaway
Seek fresh perspectives on familiar narratives.
Themes
faith
inspiration
repetition
novelty
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
spiritual
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- Bible study
- public speaking
- teaching
- writing
Key Concepts
theology
human interest
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we keep sacred stories vivid?
- What makes some narratives lose impact?
A Different Perspective
Repeated exposure can desensitize even powerful stories.
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