Agency (also referred to as free agency or moral agency), in the theology of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), is "the privilege of choice which was introduced by God the Eternal Father to all of his spirit children in the premortal state".[1] Mortal life is viewed as a test of faith, where our choices are central to the plan of salvation in Latter-day Saint teaching. "It was essential for their eternal progression that they be subjected to the influences of both good and evil".[1] LDS Church members believe that Lucifer rebelled against the God's plan, which resulted in a war in heaven, and Lucifer being cast out of heaven and becoming Satan.[2]
Church members believe that all individuals have the ability to differentiate between good and evil[3] and that Satan and his followers are not able to tempt people beyond the point where they can resist.[4] This implies that mortals can be held accountable for their actions;[5] mortals will be judged by God based on a combination of one's faith and works (with salvation coming only through the power, mercy, and grace of Jesus Christ).[6]
stapley was invoked but never defined (see the help page).Self-Accountability and Human Progress was invoked but never defined (see the help page).Faith and Good Works was invoked but never defined (see the help page).