Able Quote by M. Russell Ballard
“Because the eternal principle of agency gives us the freedom to choose and think for ourselves, we should become increasingly able to solve problems. We may make the occasional mistake, but as long as we are following gospel principles and guidelines, we can learn from those mistakes and become more understanding of others and more effective in serving them.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2022
Believing in personal agency empowers problem‑solving, learning from errors, and compassionate service when
In simple terms: Agency lets us choose, learn, and help others.
Key Takeaway
Use agency to improve decisions and empathy.
Themes
agency
learning
service
humility
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- community projects
- conflict resolution
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
free will
personal growth
error correction
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance agency with guidance?
- What mistakes have taught you the most?
A Different Perspective
Agency alone cannot guarantee success without wisdom.
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