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Adulation Quote by Howard W. Hunter

“Giving consistent effort in the little things in day-to-day life leads to true greatness. Specifically, it is the thousands of little deeds and tasks of service and sacrifice that constitute the giving or losing of one's life for others and for the Lord. They include gaining a knowledge of our…” quote by Howard W. Hunter
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“Giving consistent effort in the little things in day-to-day life leads to true greatness. Specifically, it is the thousands of little deeds and tasks of service and sacrifice that constitute the giving or losing of one's life for others and for the Lord. They include gaining a knowledge of our Father in Heaven and of the gospel. They also include bringing others into the faith and fellowship of his kingdom. These things do not usually receive the attention or the adulation of the world… .”

Howard W. Hunter

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1975

Greatness stems from daily, small acts of service and sacrifice, reflecting devotion to higher principles.

In simple terms: Small daily deeds build greatness.

Key Takeaway

Serve consistently in everyday tasks.

Themes

service humility spirituality

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

motivational spiritual

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • family care
  • workplace ethics
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

theology habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small act can you do today?
  • How does service shape your identity?
A Different Perspective

Consistent effort may be overlooked, leading to discouragement.

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