Aids Quote by Henry B. Eyring
“The pavilion that seems to intercept divine aid does not cover God but occasionally covers us. God is never hidden, yet sometimes we are, covered by a pavilion of motivations that draw us away from God and make Him seem distant and inaccessible.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: General Conference, 2015
Human distractions create a false barrier to God, but divine presence is always accessible despite our self‑imposed pavilions.
In simple terms: We hide from God with our own motives.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity and remove personal barriers.
Themes
spirituality
distraction
faith
divine presence
clarity
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
reverent
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Prayer
- meditation
- service
- self‑reflection
- counseling
Key Concepts
Theology of divine immanence
human motivation
spiritual obstacles
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal "pavilions" block your spirituality?
- How can you realign motivations toward the divine?
A Different Perspective
Even when we feel distant, God remains present; our focus determines perception.
