Church Quote by Hugh B. Brown
“I remember what J. Golden Kimball said when he came down to the stake where I was presiding. I introduced him as the 'Will Rogers' of the Church, and told the congregation that he was a great humorist. When he got up he said, 'You know, I think the Lord himself likes a joke. If he didn't, he wouldn't have made some of you folks!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1960
Humor reflects divine love; even God appreciates laughter, suggesting joy is a spiritual gift.
In simple terms: God enjoys jokes, showing humor is sacred.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humor as part of faith.
Themes
faith
humor
spirituality
joy
Mood
uplifting
contemplative
Type
inspirational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- worship
- community building
- personal coping
- teaching through laughter
Key Concepts
divine love
lightheartedness
Questions to Reflect On
- When is humor appropriate in worship?
- How does laughter strengthen faith?
A Different Perspective
Humor may be misunderstood or seen as disrespectful in solemn contexts.
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