Rights are best guarded when each person and group guards for others those rights they wish guarded for themselves.
Jeffrey R. HollandRead
When we come to worship the God and Father of us all and to partake of the sacrament symbolizing the Atonement of Jesus Christ, we should be as comely and respectful, as dignified and appropriate as we can be. We should be recognizable in appearance as well as in behavior that we truly are disciples of Christ.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of presenting oneself respectfully and appropriately when worshiping God.
Jeffrey R. Holland's quote highlights the notion that when worshiping, believers should strive to embody dignity and respect not only in their appearance but also in their actions. It suggests that true disciples of Christ should be identifiable through both their outward presentation and their internal demeanor, reflecting their commitment to their faith.
Themes
WorshipRespectDiscipleshipAppearanceBehavior
In practice
Example use cases
In a church service, I shared this quote to emphasize the importance of arriving prepared and respectful.
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