Anything Quote by James E. Faust
“What is discipleship? It is primarily obedience to the Savior. Discipleship includes many things. It is chastity. It is tithing. It is family home evening. It is keeping all the commandments. It is forsaking anything that is not good for us.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1995
Discipleship is obedience to Christ, expressed through chastity, tithing, family evenings, and keeping commandments, while rejecting harmful influences.
In simple terms: Obey Christ, live righteously, avoid bad habits.
Key Takeaway
Live obediently and reject what harms you.
Themes
faith
obedience
morality
family
spirituality
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
spiritual
guidance
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- family home evening
- financial stewardship
- personal conduct
- avoiding negative influences
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
personal sacrifice
community standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern which influences are harmful?
- What does obedience look like in your life?
A Different Perspective
May overlook cultural differences in defining “good” and “bad.”
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