"The Savior could have called upon legions of angels to take
Him down from the cross, but He made His own choice to obediently endure to the
end and complete His atoning sacrifice, even though it meant great suffering,
even death. Spiritually mature obedience is motivated by true love for Heavenly
Father and His Son. When we willingly obey, as our Savior did, we cherish the
words of our Heavenly Father: “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well
pleased.” And we look forward to hearing, upon entering our Heavenly Father’s
presence, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant: enter into the joy of thy
lord.” Using our agency to obey means choosing to do what is right and letting
the consequence follow. It requires
self-mastery and brings confidence, eternal happiness, and a sense of
fulfillment to us and, by example, to those around us; and it always includes a
deep personal commitment to sustain priesthood leaders and follow their
teachings and counsel." - Robert D. Hales
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