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The Gospel Topics manual instructs, “to be humble is to recognize gratefully our dependence on the Lord—to understand that we have constant need for His support.” Humility empowers us to change, allowing us to repent and receive a remission of our sins, become more like Jesus, and ultimately return to live with Him, our Heavenly Parents, and our families.
Here are 10 inspiring quotes from Church leaders to help you cultivate the power of humility in your life.
The Servant, by Yongsung Kim. Courtesy of ChurchofJesusChrist.org.“We don’t discover humility by thinking less of ourselves; we discover humility by thinking less about ourselves.”—President Dieter F. Uchtdorf
“Humbly submitting our will to the Father brings us the empowerment of God—the power of humility. It is the power to meet life’s adversities, the power of peace, the power of hope, the power of a heart throbbing with a love for and testimony of the Savior Jesus Christ, even the power of redemption.”—Bishop Richard C. Edgley
Photo courtesy of ChurchofJesusChrist.org.“Attending sacrament meeting weekly and worshipping in the temple regularly to participate in the ordinances and to receive and renew covenants is a sign that we recognize our dependence on Heavenly Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ.”—Elder Joni L. Koch
“It is here in our families where our hearts can be softened and in humility we desire to change, to become more childlike. It is a process by which we can become more Christlike.”—Sister Jean A. Stevens
Christ in Gethsemane, by Michael T. Malm. Courtesy of ChurchofJesusChrist.org.“When we really contemplate God the Father and Christ the Son, who They are, and what They have accomplished on our behalf, it fills us with reverence, awe, gratitude, and humility.”—Elder Quentin L. Cook
“Humility is essential to gain the blessings of the gospel. Humility enables us to have broken hearts when we sin or make mistakes and makes it possible for us to repent. Humility enables us to be better parents, sons and daughters, husbands and wives, neighbors and friends.”—Elder Steven E. Snow
Photo courtesy of ChurchofJesusChrist.org.“Consider the climate that would exist within a marriage or family—or any organization, for that matter—if through genuine humility mistakes were freely admitted and forgiven, if we were not afraid to praise others for fear they might gain on us, and if all were able to listen as well as we now verbalize.”—Elder Marlin K. Jensen
“Humility recognizes that no one can change someone else, but with faith, effort, and the help of God, we can undergo our own mighty change of heart.”—Elder L. Whitney Clayton
“In order to change, we need to put off the natural man and become humble and submissive. We must be humble enough to follow a living prophet. Humble enough to make and keep temple covenants. Humble enough to repent daily. We must be humble enough to want to change, to ‘yield our hearts unto God.'”—Elder Kevin S. Hamilton
“Humility inclines the heart of the disciple toward repentance and obedience. The Spirit of God is then able to bring truth to that heart, and it will find entry.”—Elder Joseph W. Sitati
Which quote inspires you the most? How do you seek to increase your humility? Share with us in the comments below!
Holly Wallace is a writer and storyteller drawn to meaningful questions and overlooked details. Her work explores Latter-day Saint life and culture through faithful inquiry, inviting readers to pause, consider, and engage more deeply with what matters most.
