God himself, finding he was in the midst of spirits and glory, because he was more intelligent, saw proper to institute laws whereby the rest could have a privilege to advance like himself. The relationship we have with God places us in a situation to advance in knowledge. He has power to institute laws to instruct the weaker intelligences, that they may be exalted with Himself, so that they might have one glory upon another, and all that knowledge, power, glory, and intelligence, which is requisite in order to save them in the world of spirits. (King Follett Discourse).Joseph Smith Jr.
About This Quote
This quotation is taken from a sermon by Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and is meant to inspire and encourage his people. It is not meant to be taken at face value, however, and should be interpreted in light of its time and place. In this context, it is about the status of man in the afterlife. The church teaches that man will continue to progress after death, but the way he progresses depends on his behavior in life.
If you live your life with purity and righteousness, you will advance. If you live your life with sin and wickedness, you will fall.
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