Acquire Quote by Quentin L. Cook
“The desire of our hearts, of course, is not only to acquire salvation and immortality but also to attain eternal life with a loving Father in Heaven and our Savior in the celestial kingdom with our families. We can obtain eternal life only through obedience to the laws and ordinances of the gospel.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Eternal Life Doctrine, 2020
Eternal life is achieved through obedience to gospel laws, uniting families with the divine Father and Savior.
In simple terms: Obedience to gospel leads to eternal life.
Key Takeaway
Live according to gospel principles for everlasting fellowship.
Themes
faith
eternity
family
Mood
hopeful
devout
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- family worship
- missionary work
- personal study
Key Concepts
theology
doctrine of salvation
Questions to Reflect On
- What does obedience mean to you personally?
- How can families practice gospel principles together?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of obedience vary across denominations.
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![“Comparing [our] blessings [with others] is almost certain to drive out joy. We cannot be grateful and envious at the same time. If we truly want to have the Spirit of the Lord and experience joy and happiness, we should rejoice in our blessings and be grateful.” quote by Quentin L. Cook](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/901/quentin-l-cook-12472_be-grateful_comparing-our-blessings-with-others-is-a_178984.jpg)
![“If the State does not acquire supremacy over [vast private] enterprises, it becomes their puppet, and they become the real State.” quote by Bertrand Russell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bad/bertrand-russell-69_acquire_if-the-state-does-not-acquire-supremacy_1379.jpg)
