Christ Quote by Joseph B. Wirthlin
“Our homes need to be more Christ-centered. We should spend more time at the temple and less time in the pursuit of pleasure. We should lower the noise level in our homes so that the noise of the world will not overpower the still, small voice of the Holy Ghost. One of our greatest goals as parents should be to enjoy the power and influence of the Holy Ghost in our homes.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1975
Families should prioritize Christ, quiet, and spiritual listening over worldly noise.
In simple terms: Make home a Christ‑centered, peaceful place.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate spiritual silence at home.
Themes
family
spirituality
discipline
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
religious
inspirational
When to use this quote
- family meals
- prayer times
- media limits
- quiet evenings
Key Concepts
Christian living
mindfulness
parenting
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reduce noise at home?
- What practices deepen your spiritual listening?
A Different Perspective
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