If the Devil can only make you think that you are abused or ill treated, and you begin to fret about it, and you give the Devil power over you - in the end, it is as bad as though you had done wrong yourself.
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Our faith is concentrated in the Son of God, and through him in the Father; and the Holy Ghost is their minister to bring truths to our remembrance, to reveal new truths to us, and teach, guide, and direct the course of every mind, until we become perfected and prepared to go home, where we can see and converse with our Father in Heaven.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of faith in God and the guidance of the Holy Ghost in our spiritual journey.
Brigham Young's quote highlights the interconnectedness of faith in the Son of God and the Father, along with the role of the Holy Ghost as a guiding force. It suggests that through faith, individuals are taught and led towards spiritual perfection, ultimately preparing them to return to a divine presence.
Themes
FaithHoly GhostSpiritual JourneyGuidanceTruth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a religious sermon to encourage faith among believers.
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