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Another way Quote by Thomas S. Monson

“There is no finer way to demonstrate love of God than by serving Him in the positions to which we may be called. Occasionally, the reward for that service will be prompt, and we'll see the light in the eyes of the person whom we have helped. Other times, however, the Lord will let us wait a little…” quote by Thomas S. Monson
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“There is no finer way to demonstrate love of God than by serving Him in the positions to which we may be called. Occasionally, the reward for that service will be prompt, and we'll see the light in the eyes of the person whom we have helped. Other times, however, the Lord will let us wait a little while and let our reward come another way.”

Thomas S. Monson

About This Quote

Serving God through one's calling brings joy to others, and rewards may appear as gratitude or later as unseen blessings.

In simple terms: Help others in your role; rewards can be immediate or delayed.

Key Takeaway

Service yields both visible and hidden blessings.

Themes

faith service gratitude patience spiritual growth

Mood

inspired hopeful

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering at a shelter
  • mentoring a junior colleague
  • providing community aid after a disaster

Key Concepts

theology of vocation psychology of altruism

Practical Applications

  • practice intentional service
  • reflect on delayed outcomes

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize hidden blessings?
  • Can delayed rewards be more meaningful than immediate ones?
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