Love Quote by Jeffrey R. Holland
““Love makes us instinctively reach out to God and other people. Lust, on the other hand, is anything but godly and celebrates self-indulgence. Love comes with open hands and open heart; lust comes with only an open appetite.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The2008
Love is selfless and open; lust is selfish and purely desire‑driven.
In simple terms: Love gives, lust takes.
Key Takeaway
Choose selfless love.
Themes
love
lust
selflessness
desire
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
human relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distinguish love from lust?
- What actions reflect true selfless love?
A Different Perspective
Lust can be confused with deep affection.
