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“Sometimes it seems especially difficult to submit to "great tribulation" when we look around and see others seemingly much less obedient who triumph even as we weep. But time is measured only unto man, says Alma (see Alma 40:8), and God has a very good memory.” quote by Jeffrey R. Holland
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“Sometimes it seems especially difficult to submit to "great tribulation" when we look around and see others seemingly much less obedient who triumph even as we weep. But time is measured only unto man, says Alma (see Alma 40:8), and God has a very good memory.”

Jeffrey R. Holland

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2023

Patience is needed when others seem to succeed despite less obedience; divine timing differs from human expectations.

In simple terms: God's timing differs from human expectations.

Key Takeaway

Trust divine timing over human comparison.

Themes

faith patience divine timing comparison

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal trials
  • community support
  • spiritual growth
  • leadership
  • counseling

Key Concepts

theology spiritual resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does patience look like in your life?
  • How can you align your timeline with divine plans?
A Different Perspective

Human expectations can cause frustration and doubt.

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