Action Quote by L. Tom Perry
“Our value system must conform to His. Our actions must conform to our values.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1995
One's moral framework should align with divine principles, and actions should reflect those principles consistently.
In simple terms: Live by divine values and act accordingly.
Key Takeaway
Align values with belief and act.
Themes
faith
morality
consistency
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decisionmaking
- leadership
- community service
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
theology
ethical alignment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern divine will?
- What steps ensure actions match values?
A Different Perspective
Human interpretation of "His" varies, making uniform application difficult.
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