Accept Quote by Robert D. Hales
![“You and I were among those who used their agency to accept Heavenly Father's plan to come to earth, to have a mortal life, to progress. "We shouted for joy ... to have the opportunity of coming to the earth to receive bodies [for we knew] that we might become, through faithfulness, like unto our…” quote by Robert D. Hales](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bdd/robert-d-hales-5999_accepting_you-and-i-were-among-those-who-used-thei_98962.jpg)
“You and I were among those who used their agency to accept Heavenly Father's plan to come to earth, to have a mortal life, to progress. "We shouted for joy ... to have the opportunity of coming to the earth to receive bodies [for we knew] that we might become, through faithfulness, like unto our Father, God." Now we are here on earth, where opportunities to use our agency abound; for here "there is an opposition in all things." This opposition is essential to the purpose of our lives.”
About This Quote
Agency enables individuals to choose life's path, accept divine purpose, and grow through confronting opposition, which is essential for spiritual development.
In simple terms: Free will and opposition shape growth.
Key Takeaway
Choice and challenge drive spiritual progress.
Themes
spirituality
agency
purpose
adversity
Mood
reflective
solemn
Type
scripture
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious study
- personal decision‑making
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
theodicy
free will doctrine
Practical Applications
- reflect on personal choices in light of values
- embrace constructive conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How does confronting opposition deepen purpose?
- Can agency exist without a higher framework?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of 'opposition' vary; some may view it as external hardship rather than internal growth catalyst.
