Achieved Quote by James E. Faust
“When holiness is achieved by conforming to God's will, one knows intuitively that which is wrong and that which is right before the Lord. Holiness speaks when there is silence, encouraging that which is good or reproving that which is wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2005
Holiness arises from aligning with divine will, giving intuitive moral clarity and silent guidance toward good and away from evil.
In simple terms: Being holy means knowing right from wrong through God's will.
Key Takeaway
Seek alignment with higher purpose.
Themes
morality
spirituality
intuition
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- ethical leadership
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Divine will
inner guidance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does silence reveal moral truth?
- What does “intuitively” mean in daily choices?
A Different Perspective
Holiness may be misunderstood as passive rather than active.
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