Believe Quote by Thomas S. Monson
“As a teenage daughter hears her sweet mother plead unto the Lord that her daughter will be inspired in the selection of her companions, that she will prepare herself for a temple marriage, don't you believe that such a daughter will seek to honor this humble, pleading petition of her mother, whom she so dearly loves?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2005
A mother prays for her daughter’s guidance in choosing friends and a future marriage, hoping the daughter will honor that loving request.
In simple terms: Mother hopes daughter will choose wisely and honor her prayer.
Key Takeaway
Seek wise companionship and honor parental counsel.
Themes
faith
family
guidance
marriage
honor
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
spiritual
advice
When to use this quote
- choosing friends
- marriage planning
- family decisions
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
prayer
parental influence
spiritual discernment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal freedom with parental hopes?
- What qualities define a supportive companion?
A Different Perspective
The daughter may face conflicting personal desires or external pressures.
