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Faith Quote by Thomas S. Monson

“…Faith forged in the furnace of trials and tears is marked by trust and testimony. Only God can count the sacrifice; only God can measure the sorrow; only God can know the hearts of those who serve Him.” quote by Thomas S. Monson
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“…Faith forged in the furnace of trials and tears is marked by trust and testimony. Only God can count the sacrifice; only God can measure the sorrow; only God can know the hearts of those who serve Him.”

Thomas S. Monson

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1995

Enduring hardships deepens faith, creating trust and testimony that only God fully understands.

In simple terms: Hardships build trust and testimony.

Key Takeaway

Embrace trials as faith‑building.

Themes

faith trust resilience spirituality

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • service
  • leadership
  • spiritual growth

Key Concepts

theology sacrifice human experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do trials shape your trust in God?
  • What testimony arises from suffering?
A Different Perspective

Only God knows the true measure of sacrifice and sorrow.

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