Active Quote by Joseph B. Wirthlin
“Perseverance means to continue in a given course until we have reached a goal or objective, regardless of obstacles, opposition, and other counterinfluences...Perseverance is a positive, active characteristic...It gives us hope by helping us realize that the righteous suffer no failure except in giving up and no longer trying.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Religious address, 2000s
Perseverance involves steadfastly pursuing goals despite obstacles, fostering hope and preventing failure through giving up.
In simple terms: Keep trying despite challenges.
Key Takeaway
Maintain effort and hope.
Themes
determination
hope
resilience
Mood
motivational
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- career development
- personal recovery
- long‑term projects
Key Concepts
grit
goal pursuit
spiritual endurance
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles test your resolve?
- How does hope sustain effort?
A Different Perspective
Perseverance alone may not guarantee success without strategy.
