Agency Quote by James E. Faust
“As we look into the future, we are going to need to be stronger and more responsible for our choices in a world where people "call evil good, and good evil." We do not choose wisely if we use our agency in opposition to God's will or to priesthood counsel. Tomorrow's blessings and opportunities depend on the choices we make today.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 2006
Our decisions shape tomorrow; aligning them with divine guidance leads to blessings, while ignoring it brings moral confusion.
In simple terms: Choices affect the future; follow divine guidance.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with higher moral standards.
Themes
morality
responsibility
spirituality
future planning
Mood
reflective
hopeful
serious
Type
advice
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal life choices
- community leadership
- policy development
- environmental stewardship
Key Concepts
free will
divine will
ethical decision‑making
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern divine will versus personal desire?
- What safeguards can prevent moral inversion?
A Different Perspective
Human judgment is fallible; external counsel may be biased or misinterpreted.
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