- "You show your trust in Him when you listen with the intent to learn and repent and then you go and do whatever He asks." (Trust in God, Then Go and Do, General Conference 2010, Henry B. Eyring)
- "I am to build trust in God and His servants enough that we will go out and obey his counsel. He wants that because He loves us and wants our happiness." (Trust in God, Then Go and Do, General Conference 2010, Henry B. Eyring)
- "Nephi faced danger and possible death when he said these words of trust that we can and must feel steadily in our hearts: "I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded, for I know that the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they may accomplish the thing which he commandeth them. (Nephi 3:7)" (Trust in God, Then Go and Do, General Conference 2010, Henry B. Eyring)
- "Obedience leads to true freedom. The more we obey revealed truth, the more we become liberated." (Obedience: The Path to Freedom, General Conference 1999, James E. Faust)
- "Being bridled, or yielding obediently to restraint, is necessary for our personal growth and progression.I add that obedience to righteous principles would have offered them freedom from social diseases, shame, degradation, and feelings of guilt." (Obedience: The Path to Freedom, General Conference 1999, James E. Faust)
- "We are individuals, but we live in families and communities where order provides a system of harmony that hinges on obedience to principles. Just as order gave life and beauty to the earth when it was dark and void, so it does to us. Obedience helps us develop the full potential our Heavenly Father desires for us in becoming celestial beings worthy someday to live in His presence." (Obedience: The Path to Freedom, General Conference 1999, James E. Faust)
- "We “shall find wisdom and great treasures of knowledge, even hidden treasures.” 8 So by obedience we also gain knowledge. As the Savior said, “If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine.” 9Obedience brings peace in decision making. If we have firmly made up our minds to follow the commandments, we will not have to redecide which path to take when temptation comes our way. That is how obedience brings spiritual safety." (Obedience: The Path to Freedom, General Conference 1999, James E. Faust)
- "Occasionally we believe that there must be an easier way, a shortcut or modification of the Lord’s commandments that will accommodate our individual circumstances. Thoughts such as these fail to acknowledge that strict obedience to God’s laws brings His blessings and failure to abide by His laws leads to foreseeable consequences." (When the Lord Commands, General Conference 2010, Bruce A. Carlson)
- "At times we may rationalize that the Lord will understand our disobedience because our special circumstances make adherence to His laws difficult, embarrassing, or even painful. However, faithful obedience, regardless of the apparent size of the task, will bring the Lord’s guidance, assistance, and peace." (When the Lord Commands, General Conference 2010, Bruce A. Carlson)
- "Obedience to the Lord’s commandments provides us confidence in our chosen path, qualifies us for His guidance and direction as we pursue our efforts, and offers us the potential to become like our Savior, Jesus Christ, and return to our Father’s presence." (When the Lord Commands, General Conference 2010, Bruce A. Carlson)
Doctrine and Covenants 58:21
Doctrine and Covenants 6:20
Summary:
I have found that being obedient is something that I need to do at all times and in all things. Being obedient isn't always easy but by being obedient to the commandments I know I can have physical and spiritual freedom. Being obedient to Heavenly Father's will always me to take the direction that he would have me go. I know that He has a plan for me and that if I follow it and never stray off the path I will be able to enjoy my life more and have a better understanding of the gospel.
