With celestial sight, trials impossible to change become possible to endure.
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As we dread any disease that undermines the health of the body, so should we deplore contention, which is a corroding canker of the spirit.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Contending with others harms our spirit just as diseases harm our bodies.
In this quote, Russell M. Nelson compares the detrimental effects of physical diseases on our bodies to the negative impact of contention and conflict on our spirits. He emphasizes the importance of fostering peace and understanding instead of engaging in strife, suggesting that just as we would avoid diseases for our physical health, we should also strive to avoid contention for our spiritual well-being.
Themes
ContentionSpiritHealthPeaceUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, to remind everyone to maintain harmony, you could say this quote to emphasize the need for a constructive environment.
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