Best LDS Talks On Faith. What would that be like? Why is this? Do we need any greater reason to let our hearts be full of thanks unto God?14, Have we not great reason to rejoice?15, How blessed we are if we recognize Gods handiwork in the marvelous tapestry of life. In essence, he's called God a liar. SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 6: Dieter F. Uchtdorf, second counselor in the Mormon First President speaks during the fourth session of the 183rd Semi-Annual General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Salt Lake City, Utah on October 6, 2013. Take up your cross and follow Him.12. Elder Uchtdorf's conference talk summary In the October 2022 general conference, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf announced an updated version of the youth standards guidebook For the Strength of Youth: A Guide for Making Choices.Elder Uchtdorf explained that the booklet "has been updated and refreshed to better cope with the challenges and temptations of our day." Coreyb. The Savior always teaches timeless truths. Elder Andersen teaches that we can prepare for the Second Coming by making covenants and strengthening our commitment to the Savior. For here you will find what is precious beyond price. How priceless are these words to us today! Tracy Y. Browning Seeing More of Jesus Christ in Our Lives Sister Browning encourages us to see our lives from a gospel perspective in order to see more of the Savior in our lives. Coreyb. Elder Pearson teaches that God expects us to willingly place the Savior at the center of our lives. It is astonishing what we can learn when we look a little closer at our Heavenly Fathers plan of salvation and exaltation, the plan of happiness, for His children. This was the question the multitude asked Jesus on the banks of the Sea of Galilee. While were riding, and Im not huffing and puffing too much, we enjoy the beautiful world around us and even engage in a pleasant conversation. It doesnt make decisions for you. He is not a scenic byway or even a major landmark. The fear must have been oppressive, consuming their hours and dampening their hope. Rarely do we have to pay much attention to keeping our balance on our bicycles. Presented by Seagull Book. Here you will find the authority to act in His nameto baptize for the remission of sins, to confer the gift of the Holy Ghost, and to seal on earth and in heaven.1. Principles are eternal and universal. What qualifies someone to preach the gospel? By Coreyb April 5, 2015 in General Discussions. For the Strength of Youth focuses on the foundation for your choices. In this way, we see in our lives a fulfillment of the prophecy of the Apostle Paul: In the dispensation of the fulness of times [God will] gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth: even in him (Ephesians 1:10). The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He has provided instructions that reveal the way back to Him. They changed the world. It was an anxious time for me, but it must have been terrifying for my beloved parents. Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News. Change Region English. Sometimes there is a difference of opinion as to what the facts really mean. We "live by every word that proceedeth forth from the mouth of God." 32 And yet we must always remember that "all the law and the prophets" point to the two great commandments. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session ofOctober 2021 general conference. What the Pharisees got wrong was that they thought their rules would save them. The search for truth has led millions of people to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It comes from acknowledging that we do not always understand the trials of life but trusting that one day we will. It requires letting some things go and letting other things grow. When he was at the height of his professional career as a heart surgeon, he was called as stake president. The important part of Mr. Uchtdorf's message at General Conference is what he didn't say. The message was that God lived and cared about us, even in these hours of turmoil, confusion, and chaos. Recommended Posts. No, He would ask you to repentto leave your sins behind, to change, so He can forgive you. President Dieter F. Uchtdorf began his Sunday morning conference address by relating the story of a large statue of Jesus that was severely damaged during a World War II bombing of a city. Therefore, my dear brothers and sistersmy dear friendsplease, first doubt your doubts before you doubt your faith.8 We must never allow doubt to hold us prisoner and keep us from the divine love, peace, and gifts that come through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. The recounting of his youth, and the chaotic wartimes of East Germany - impressed the depth of his trials upon us. Sometimes we assume it is because they have been offended or lazy or sinful. When we feel insignificant, cast off, and forgotten, we learn that we may be assured that God has not forgotten usin fact, that He offers to all His children something unimaginable: to become heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ.2, That we will live forever, receive a fulness of joy,3 and have the potential to inherit thrones, kingdoms, principalities, and powers.4. This takes steady effort. This time of introspection is an opportunity for recalibration. In the cold of bitter sorrow, we can experience the closeness and warmth of heavens embrace. Just days before He gave His life for us, Jesus Christ was at the temple in Jerusalem, watching people make donations to the temple treasury. This is not a gratitude of the lips but of the soul. This is how we offer our whole soulsby sacrificing anything thats holding us back and consecrating the rest to the Lord and His purposes. Because of Gods perfect love for us and the eternal sacrifice of Jesus Christ, our sinsboth great and smallcan be blotted out and remembered no more.6 We can stand before Him pure, worthy, and sanctified. Elder McConkie teaches about the importance of learning about Jesus Christ and helping one another come unto Him. It does mean that through the eyes of faith we look beyond our present-day challenges. "Honestly acknowledge your questions and your concerns, but first and forever fan the flame of your faith because all things are possible to them that believe.". When we see one thingloving and serving God and His children, in a hundred different waysthen we can work on those things with joy. We are already stretched so thin. Living Life. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. thou hast the words of eternal life.11. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles speaks during the Sunday afternoon session of the 192nd Annual General Conference held in the Conference Center on April 3, 2022. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Yes, you still have temptation and trials. These two laws are similar but not identical. Doctrine and Covenants 59:7; see also Ephesians 5:20; 1Thessalonians 5:18; Mosiah 26:39; Alma 7:23; Doctrine and Covenants 98:1. We openly acknowledge that in nearly 200 years of Church historyalong with an uninterrupted line of inspired, honorable, and divine eventsthere have been some things said and done that could cause people to question. Elder Renlund teaches how to receive personal revelation through the Holy Ghost and how to avoid deception. Throughout the ages, God has spoken through His servants, the prophets.1 This morning we have had the privilege to hear the prophet of God speak to all the world. It is a starting question for us as we contemplate becoming disciples of Jesus Christ. As we set aside pride and approach His throne with a broken heart and a contrite spirit,30 He will draw near to us.31. A thankful heart is the parent of all virtues.16, The Lord has given us His promise that those who [receive] all things with thankfulness shall be made glorious; and the things of this earth shall be added unto [them], even an hundred fold, yea, more.17. The Lord Jesus Christ spoke once again to the world. Similar principles apply when it comes to finding balance in our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ is the strength of youth. If we want the Savior to lift us heavenward, then our commitment to Him and His gospel cant be casual or occasional. He has proven His love in endless ways, but above all by giving His Only Begotten Son as a sacrifice and as a gift to His children to make the return to our heavenly parents a reality. About Us. They bore the strain and suffering as best they could. You might say the Fathers plan was designed to allow you to express your desires through your choices so that you can receive the full results of what you desire. Despite past heartache, each of us can begin again, he wrote. He will lead you the right way. The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ speaks of such an appearance to the people on the American continent. They came not to blame, lecture, or shame. Instead of dwelling on them and feeling irredeemable or hopeless, we can learn from them and feel hopeful.8 The cleansing gift of repentance allows us to leave our sins behind and emerge a new creature.9. No matter how strong our spiritual experiences have been in the past, as human beings we tend to wander. For those who are not, dont worry. No mortal being advances from crawling to walking to running without frequent stumbles, bumps, and bruises. Bishop Causs teaches the duty we have to take care of Gods creations as stewards over them. In his message directed to those of the rising generation, he reminded youth that Jesus Christ is their strength. This objective must remain constant and consistent, whoever we are and whatever else is happening in our lives.3. Clearly, the Lord is building our spiritual capacity. The new version of For the Strength of Youth is available online in 50 different languages and will also be available in print. Truth gets twisted to make evil seem good and good seem evil.10. But somehow, here on earth, it seems more complicated than it ought to be. But the Lord asks that we consecrate all.. Our daily walk with Jesus Christ leads to peace and purpose in this life and profound joy and eternal salvation in the world to come. When you have important choices to make, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best choice. His family lost everything and had to escape for their lives. But our common, overall objective is to follow the Way of our Master, Jesus Christ, and return to the presence of our beloved Father in Heaven. "Our Heavenly Father asks that we represent Him in the noble work of reaching out and blessing the lives of His children. What he should have said is, 'Mormons believe the Bible has lied to us, and everything you read about God is wrong'. That is part of the plan of happiness gifted to us from our loving Heavenly Father. In praising this faithful widow, the Savior gave us a standard to measure our discipleship in all of its many expressions. He gives power to the weary; and to those who feel powerless, He increases strength. See Have I Done Any Good? Hymns, no. The Church of Jesus Christ seems to attract the kind and the caring, the honest and the industrious. Joseph Smith Translation, Matthew 6:38 provides additional insight: Seek not the things of this world but seek ye first to build up the kingdom of God, and to establish his righteousness (in Matthew 6:33, footnotea). Do members of your church actually do what you have said?, That and more. This is the bull's-eye of the gospel of Jesus Christ. When the Book of Mormon prophet Alma saw evil in the world around him, he turned to the word of God because he knew it had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto themtherefore Alma thought it was expedient [to] try the virtue of the word of God (Alma 31:5). Elder Bednar uses the parable of the royal marriage feast to teach that, through the righteous use of our moral agency, we can choose to be chosen of the Lord. And it is bold in describing the blessings Jesus Christ promises those who follow His Way.21, President RussellM. Nelson taught: When your greatest desire is to let God prevail [in your life], many decisions become easier. Elder Eddy invites us to try the virtue of the word of God and drink deeply from the scriptures. He might say it with words, but it would also flow so stronglyjust from His presencethat it would be unmistakable, reaching deep into your heart, filling your whole soul! Sister Craig teaches us three truths that can help us grow as disciples and trust in the Lord through our trials. What unites us is Jesus Christ and the eternal truths He taught, even if specific applications vary over time and across cultures. It sounds like an easy choice, doesnt it? Being grateful in our circumstances is an act of faith in God. It is filled with people who desire with all their heart to keep the commandments, even if they havent mastered them yet. The answer is forward thrust. How can we balance the many demands of life with our desires to offer our whole souls to the Lord? The words of Doctrine and Covenants 58:42 are some of the most inspiring and encouraging in scripture: He who has repented of his sins, the same is forgiven, and I, the Lord, remember them no more. What joy this gives me to know that if I continue to repent, in that future day when I shall fall on my knees before my Savior and Redeemer, He will lift me up and embrace me. My Home Donations Temple Appointments Leader and Clerk Resources Ward Directory and Map Calendar Meetinghouse Locator Notes Patriarchal Blessing All Tools. Elder Rasband gives examples of President Nelson sharing the Book of Mormon, describes how he has tried to follow the prophets example, and invites all to do the same. Without landmarks, it is human nature to drift off course. Yea, come unto him, and offer your whole souls as an offering unto him.2. By David W. Smith. In the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. They accepted with courage and determination the torture, humiliation, and even death that would come to them because of their testimony.12 They were not deterred from praising and serving their Lord. Many years ago, President BoydK. Packer spoke these powerful words: True doctrine, understood, changes attitudes and behavior. And I speak to all who love our young people and want them to succeed in life. Elder Olsen teaches that the answer to our challenges and questions is Jesus Christ. The Uchtdorfs spoke with enthusiasm about the missionary programs that brought their families into the Church. Elder Zeballos teaches that with the help of the Lord, we can be resistant to sin and temptation and find lasting happiness in this life. True, it is important to frequently count our blessingsand anyone who has tried this knows there are manybut I dont believe the Lord expects us to be less thankful in times of trial than in times of abundance and ease. Some are facing the end of a cherished relationship, such as the death of a loved one or estrangement from a family member. Good or evil? Through His prophets, the Lord has been guiding His people in that direction, to increase their spiritual capacity and follow Him in higher and holier ways. I am sure they had flaws, but not to me. It is the reason why youre on the earthto learn, grow, and progress and become everything your Father in Heaven has created you for. That has been the pattern from the days of Adam until now., Spiritual landmarks like daily prayer, scripture study and approaching God in humility and honesty can help keep one on the path. All of His commandments are given to make blessings available to us. I am reminded of a time in the Saviors life when many abandoned Him.10 Jesus asked His twelve disciples: Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? It wasnt until later that I learned from the scriptures that my conduct and my attitude on the Sabbath constituted a sign between me and my Heavenly Father. For the rising generation, I have a message especially for you from our Savior, Jesus Christ. Elder Montoya teaches the importance of loving God and ministering to those around us. How could we ever keep our eyes on the ground when the King of kings invites us to take flight into an unimaginable future of divine happiness?5. See Marcus Tullius Cicero, Oratio Pro Cno Plancio, XXXIII, section 80; quoted in JosephB. Wirthlin, Live in Thanksgiving Daily, Ensign, Sept. 2001, 8. Callings Volunteer and Serve Temples Family History. He would know your hearts desires. When the entire truth is eventually known, things that didnt make sense to us before will be resolved to our satisfaction. To our blessing, many of His words are recorded in the Doctrine and Covenantsavailable to anyone in the world who wishes to read and study them. Brothers and sisters, have we not reason to be filled with gratitude, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves? Your loving Father in Heaven knows your heart. I realize that He has not doomed His children to stumble through mortality without hope for a bright and eternal future. Years later, following Elder Uchtdorf. Once there was a man who dreamed that he was in a great hall where all the religions of the world were gathered. But would that really be helpful in a global church? Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. President Eyring shows how his mother and the prophet Mormon encouraged their posterity to qualify for eternal life through all the trials of mortality. They are part of our progress. To those who have separated themselves from the Church, I say, my dear friends, there is yet a place for you here. In a way, this is what the Pharisees of Jesuss day tried to do. This time of bleakness after World War II left its mark upon the world. Gratitude to our Father in Heaven broadens our perception and clears our vision. On April 2-3, millions worldwide will tune into the 192nd Annual General Conferenceof The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to hear messages from the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and other Church leaders. And at the center of it all is His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ,7 and His sacrifice for us. From 1965-1996, he was a pilot, captain and corporate executive for the German airline, Lufthansa. Sacrifices are sacred and honored by the Lord.9, Consecration is different from sacrifice in at least one important way. Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. Would such an approach truly prepare you for a lifetime of Christlike living? Our Heartfelt All | Dieter F. Uchtdorf | April 2022 General Conference General Conference 425K subscribers Subscribe 2.2K 101K views 10 months ago Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks at the. As we seek to purify our lives and look unto Christ in every thought,12 everything else begins to align. Sooner or later, I believe that all of us experience times when the very fabric of our world tears at the seams, leaving us feeling alone, frustrated, and adrift. Others feel they are facing the end of hopethe hope of being married or bearing children or overcoming an illness. It is difficult to develop a spirit of gratitude if our thankfulness is only proportional to the number of blessings we can count. And yes, we have weaknesses. Once there was a man who dreamed that he was in a great hall where all the religions of the world were gathered. To sacrifice means to give something up in favor of something more valuable. Jesus Christ said, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.11. The Costand Blessingsof Discipleship. Beliefs Worship with Us News About Us. No matter how you choose to personally prepare for general . After the Resurrection, Jesus Christ fulfilled His promise to visit His other sheep.13. 3Nephi 13:3233; see also Matthew 6:3233. The people of the Book of Mormon lived on the other side of the globetheir histories, cultures, and political climates were vastly different from the people Jesus taught during His mortal ministry. You know the kind of person you want to become.22. Its the purpose behind His great plan of happiness, His Church, His priesthood, the scripturesall of it. I suppose the Church would be perfect only if it were run by perfect beings. But that doesnt mean its easy.7 It requires both sacrifice and consecration. I extend to you my love and blessing at this joyful Easter season. In other words, Im suggesting that instead of being thankful for things, we focus on being thankful in our circumstanceswhatever they may be. 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