Breaking news Quote by Neal A. Maxwell
““Our own intellectual shortfalls and perplexities do not alter the fact of God’s astonishing foreknowledge, which takes into account our choices for which we are responsible. Amid the mortal and fragmentary communiques and the breaking news of the day concerning various human conflicts, God lives in an eternal now where the past, present, and future are constantly before Him (see D&C 130:7).””
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Doctrine and Covenants 130:7, Latter‑Day Saint revelation
God’s omniscience includes all human choices, yet individuals remain responsible for those choices.
In simple terms: God knows everything, but we still choose.
Key Takeaway
Recognize freedom within divine foreknowledge.
Themes
theology
free will
divine foreknowledge
responsibility
eternity
Mood
contemplative
reverent
thoughtful
Type
scriptural
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Personal decision‑making
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual reflection
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Omniscience
predestination
moral agency
temporal vs eternal perspectives
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal responsibility with belief in God’s foreknowledge?
- What does “eternal now” mean for daily life?
A Different Perspective
Human understanding is limited; divine plans may be inscrutable.
