Divinity Quote by James E. Faust
““If we are constantly aware of the seeds of divinity in us, it will help us rise above earthly challenges and difficulties. Brigham Young said: 'When I look upon the faces of intelligent beings I look upon the image of the God I serve. There are none but what have a certain portion of divinity within them; and though we are clothed with bodies which are in the image of our God, yet this mortality shrinks before that portion of divinity which we inherit from our Father' (Discourses of Brigham Young, sel. John A. Widtsoe [1941], 168). Being aware of our divine heritage will help men young and old to grow and magnify the divinity which is within them and within all of us.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Discourses of Brigham Young, selected by John A. Widtsoe, 1941
Recognizing the divine spark within each person empowers them to transcend worldly hardships.
In simple terms: Seeing our inner divinity helps us overcome challenges.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your divine nature to rise above difficulty.
Themes
spirituality
self‑growth
resilience
Mood
hopeful
inspired
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- leadership training
- community building
- faith education
Key Concepts
theology
human dignity
inner potential
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging inner divinity change daily decisions?
- What practical steps can nurture this awareness?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on divinity may ignore practical solutions to real problems.
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