Devil Quote by Joseph Smith, Jr
“The devil has no power over us only as we permit him. The moment we revolt at anything which comes from God, the devil takes power.”
About This Quote
Source Religious sermon: Latter‑Day Saints teaching
Power over evil depends on personal surrender; resisting divine guidance gives the devil influence.
In simple terms: We give the devil power by resisting God.
Key Takeaway
Stay aligned with divine will.
Themes
spirituality
temptation
obedience
faith
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
scriptural
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- moral decisions
- community worship
Key Concepts
theology
free will
evil
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we recognize divine prompting?
- What practices guard against surrendering power?
A Different Perspective
Human weakness can still be overcome.
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