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. Take up your cross and follow Him.12. When I read this footnote, I had an interesting realizationeven the subheadings of a . They want to roll up their sleeves and become engaged in this great cause. Coreyb. Two hundred years ago, the Savior again returned to earth. Followers 0. Elder Gong teaches that as we follow Gods plan for us, we will find eternal joy with our families. If we earnestly keep practicing, always striving to keep Gods commandments, and committing our efforts to repenting, enduring, and applying what we learn, line upon line, we will gather light into our souls.10 And though we may not fully comprehend our full potential now, we know that, when [the Savior] shall appear, we will see His countenance in us and shall see him as he is.11, Yes, the world is in turmoil. When we consecrate something, we dont leave it to be consumed upon the altar. Specific rules or applications of those principles work well in some places but not in others. President Uchtdorf talked about Christ's everlasting love and capability to forgive even the most lost and wandering members and shared the parable of the lost sheep. You need to put your trust in Jesus Christ. As of September 2013 the Church has more than 15 million members around the world. There is room for you here. 1 This morning we have had the privilege to hear the prophet of God speak to all the world. Welcome to Conference. Before I reached my 12th birthday, our family had been forced twice to flee our home and start over amid the chaos, fear, and uncertainties caused by war and political division. Check out these four great LDS conference talks on hope. President Nelson teaches about the importance of temples and announces plans to build more temples. 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. You know the kind of person you want to become.22. 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. In our daily life it is our paramount task and blessed opportunity to encounter God. But those who set aside the bottle of bitterness and lift instead the goblet of gratitude can find a purifying drink of healing, peace, and understanding. You can do your best to keep His commandments. Perhaps focusing on what we are grateful for is the wrong approach. We can choose to be like the Mormon pioneers, who maintained a spirit of gratitude during their slow and painful trek toward the Great Salt Lake, even singing and dancing and glorying in the goodness of God.6 Many of us would have been inclined to withdraw, complain, and agonize about the difficulty of the journey. They had left the safety of their homes half a world away and traveled to Germanyland of their recent enemiesto offer divine hope to our people. Oh, no, the couple explained. I have another analogy Im sure every man, woman, and child will be able to relate to. The gospel message they offered transcended politics, history, grudges, grievances, and personal agendas. May we live in thanksgiving daily18especially during the seemingly unexplainable endings that are part of mortality. So, my dear friends and beloved fellow disciples of Jesus Christ, let us not be weary in well-doing, for [we] are laying the foundation of a great work. And out of our small things will proceed that which is great.14. Many years ago, President BoydK. Packer spoke these powerful words: True doctrine, understood, changes attitudes and behavior. In the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. It is the work of loving and serving God. The best guide you can possibly have for making choices is Jesus Christ. Ronald A. Rasband . Sustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers, Follow Jesus Christ with Footsteps of Faith, Beauty for Ashes: The Healing Path of Forgiveness, Building a Life Resistant to the Adversary. 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. Similar principles apply when it comes to finding balance in our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. Throughout the ages, God has spoken through His servants, the prophets. Of course not. The waiter could scarcely wait for the mans reaction. Sometimes we volunteer; sometimes we are volunteered. We see assignments not as burdens but as opportunities to fulfill covenants we gladly make to serve God and His children. Multicultural Conference Multicultural Conference. Elder Cook teaches about the importance of gaining our own testimonies of Jesus Christ, repenting of our sins, and staying true to God and His work. Sister Browning encourages us to see our lives from a gospel perspective in order to see more of the Savior in our lives. 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 any circumstance, our sense of gratitude is nourished by the many and sacred truths we do know: that our Father has given His children the great plan of happiness; that through the Atonement of His Son, Jesus Christ, we can live forever with our loved ones; that in the end, we will have glorious, perfect, and immortal bodies, unburdened by sickness or disability; and that our tears of sadness and loss will be replaced with an abundance of happiness and joy, good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over.10, It must have been this kind of testimony that transformed the Saviors Apostles from fearful, doubting men into fearless, joyful emissaries of the Master. At the heart of Gods plan for your happiness is your power to choose.7 Of course, your Heavenly Father wants you to choose eternal joy with Him, and He will help you to achieve it, but He would never force it upon you. To help you prepare for the April 2023 general conference, the team at LDS Living has gathered one quote from each talk from October 2022 general conference as a reminder of the promises, blessings, and messages given by our inspired Church leaders.. You can follow along each day or re-read each short quote on a quiet Sunday afternoon! The couple went on to explain about Church callings, home and visiting teaching, full-time missions, weekly family home evenings, temple work, welfare and humanitarian service, and assignments to teach. We do not shame or attack others. 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). You know what to watch and read, where to spend your time, and with whom to associate. But He works through usHis imperfect childrenand imperfect people make mistakes. You might remember mistakes youve made, times you gave in to temptation, things you wish you hadnt doneor wish you had done better. We have this precious record as a tangible witness of the Saviors work. But somehow, here on earth, it seems more complicated than it ought to be. As disciples of Christ, we are commanded to thank the Lord [our] God in all things,1 to sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving,2 and to let [our] heart be full of thanks unto God.3. Because we have no paid local clergy in our worldwide congregations, our members perform the work of ministry themselves. That is your destiny. In a way, this is what the Pharisees of Jesuss day tried to do. He knows that you cant do everything your heart wants you to do. So He allows you to choose: Light or darkness? Pres. No matter how strong our spiritual experiences have been in the past, as human beings we tend to wander. She surely knew that her offering would not change the fortunes of Israel, but it could change and bless herbecause, though small, it was her all. In fact, it impressed Him so deeply that he called unto him his disciples, and saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That this poor widow hath cast more in, than all they which have cast into the treasury: For all they did cast in of their abundance; but she of her want did cast in all that she had, even all her living.1. Yes, we cherish all the principles of the gospel. "The sheep is worthy of divine rescue simply because it is loved by the Good Shepherd," President Uchtdorf said. To be very clear, the best guide you can possibly have for making choices is Jesus Christ. Over the years, I have had the sacred opportunity to meet with many people whose sorrows seem to reach the very depths of their soul. The former was a sacrifice, which has a purifying effect on the giver. The Costand Blessingsof Discipleship. Your Heavenly Father is the most glorious being in the universe, full of love, joy, purity, holiness, light, grace, and truth. 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. Conflict is inevitable, but contention is a choice. In the hours following His Crucifixion, they were consumed with despair and grief, unable to understand what had just happened. In fact, most of the scriptural references do not speak of gratitude for things but rather suggest an overall spirit or attitude of gratitude. Elder Soares teaches that as women and men work together in true and equal marriage partnerships, they will enjoy the unity taught by the Savior. Think of it as your personal, daily restoration., When darkness creeps in, as it often does, daily restoration opens ones heart to heavenly light, which illuminates the soul, chasing away shadows, fears and doubts. Gratitude to our Father in Heaven broadens our perception and clears our vision. A third reason why people join the Church is because walking the path of discipleship leads to precious blessings. Could I suggest that we see gratitude as a disposition, a way of life that stands independent of our current situation? Come, join with us! Believing in God is commendable, but most people want to do more than listen to inspirational sermons or dream of their mansions above.4 They want to put their faith into practice. This is the Church of Jesus Christ. Recommended Posts. General Conference: Strengthening Faith and Testimony, The Doctrines and Principles Contained in the Articles of Faith, Personal Strength through the Atonement of Jesus Christ, I Will Not Fail Thee, nor Forsake Thee, Lamentations of Jeremiah: Beware of Bondage, Teaching with the Power and Authority of God, The Power, Joy, and Love of Covenant Keeping. Years later, following Elder Uchtdorf. The Savior reassures us: Your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. Suppose Jesus came to your ward, to your branch, or to your home today. Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith (2007), 284. That is your future. Good or evil? So the purpose of For the Strength of Youth is to point you to Him. Together with God the Father, He appeared to a 14-year-old Joseph Smith and ushered in the Restoration of the gospel and the Church of Jesus Christ. He met a nice couple who represented The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and asked, What do you require of your members?, We do not require anything, they replied. While this may seem like a juvenile and overly simplistic analogy, it's still a good way to illustrate these principles. If you have left the faith you once embraced: Come back again. But what then of those times when what we wish for seems to be far out of reach? Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivers a message Sunday morning, Oct. 3, 2021, during the 191st Semiannual General Conference held in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. The Uchtdorfs spoke with enthusiasm about the missionary programs that brought their families into the Church. a revised version of For the Strength of Youth, Church releases revised For the Strength of Youth guide based on principles, agency, See the full text of Elder Uchtdorfs talk: Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Youth, pilot, captain and corporate executive for the German airline Lufthansa, Elder Uchtdorf, a former refugee, promises Ukrainian refugees in Poland: You are not alone, 2022 Sharing the Gospel broadcast: Invitations from Elder Bednar, Elder Uchtdorf, Elder Cook to love, share, invite, Elder Uchtdorf offers apostolic assurance to FSY participants in Seattle: Your strength is the Savior, Elder Uchtdorf visits Navajo community where the Church is helping bring electricity and water, Elder Uchtdorfs general conference addresses, Read more October 2022 general conference coverage, He met his wife, Sister Harriet Reich Uchtdorf, in their teens while attending a branch in Frankfurt, Germany, soon after she and her family joined the Church. Invitations President Nelson has given since he became President of the Church By Sydney Walker Because we are made of the stuff of eternity. He would remind you that 2,000 years ago He took those sins upon Himself so that you could repent. How to distribute your time and energy among your many important tasks will vary from person to person and from one season of life to another. Published Feb 27, 2023 5:30 p.m. EST Start today to prepare for April 2023 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 1 and 2 by reviewing the talks from October 2022 general conference. Doctrine and Covenants 78:19; emphasis added. And the invitation to earnestly seek His will and live by His truths is the highest standard possible! In the cold of bitter sorrow, we can experience the closeness and warmth of heavens embrace. The Church is designed to nourish the imperfect, the struggling, and the exhausted. When we see one thingloving and serving God and His children, in a hundred different waysthen we can work on those things with joy. Need some inspiration to lift your soul? I earnestly pray that your own search for truth will impress upon your heart the desire to come and join with us. We are already stretched so thin. It might sound contrary to the wisdom of the world to suggest that one who is burdened with sorrow should give thanks to God. When we look at our lives and see a hundred things to do, we feel overwhelmed. It may break our hearts when their journey takes them away from the Church we love and the truth we have found, but we honor their right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their own conscience, just as we claim that privilege for ourselves.5. We can choose to be grateful, no matter what. And that is what happens when they join with usthey have many opportunities to transform their talents, compassion, and time into good works. It is unfortunate that some have stumbled because of mistakes made by men. Transformed by the profound realization that, indeed, God is among us. He is your strength. Living Life. There is an old story of a waiter who asked a customer whether he had enjoyed the meal. When they read the holy scriptures3 and live the teachings of His prophets, they grow closer to the Savior they love so much. 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. The Savior is the motivating power behind all that we do. They apply to people of every age and in any circumstance. We sometimes think that being grateful is what we do after our problems are solved, but how terribly shortsighted that is. And one day He wants you to inherit all He has.6. Now, for those who are avid bicyclists, comparing discipleship to riding a bike may be a helpful analogy. Also President Uchtdorf doesn't speak in his native German (although he jokingly began to for a second while conducting). When we are grateful to God in our circumstances, we can experience gentle peace in the midst of tribulation. Elder Christofferson teaches that the doctrine of belonging includes welcoming diversity, being willing to serve and sacrifice, and knowing the Saviors role. This objective must remain constant and consistent, whoever we are and whatever else is happening in our lives.3. Sister Craig teaches us three truths that can help us grow as disciples and trust in the Lord through our trials. To make this possible, He sent Jesus Christ to be your Savior. Of this I bear my solemn witness as an Apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ and leave you my heartfelt blessing in deep gratitude and love for you, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen. Dale G. Renlund Or will we, like Peter, hold fast to the words of eternal life? Spending time with loved ones, going to school or preparing for an occupation, earning a living, caring for family, serving in the communitywhere does it all fit in? Staying balanced is all about moving forward. How long are they?, Oh, my, the man said. They are merely interruptionstemporary pauses that one day will seem small compared to the eternal joy awaiting the faithful. To you, my dear brothers and sisters, my dear friends, and to all who are searching for answers, truth, and happiness, I do offer the same counsel: keep searching with faith and patience.27, Ask, and you will receive. It is bold in inviting you to make choices based on Christs doctrine. I always keep a copy in my pocket, and I share it with people who are curious about our standards. It takes patience. I am sure they had flaws, but not to me. Then, when the Savior appeared, they did not recognize Him. 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. The Savior has very high standards for those who follow Him the highest of which is the invitation to earnestly seek His will and live by His truths. An Offering unto Him 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. In these moments, I have listened to my beloved brothers and sisters and grieved with them over their burdens. But one event changed all of that. The following is a summary of what he said. One might ask, If the gospel is so wonderful, why would anyone leave?. From 1965-1996, he was a pilot, captain and corporate executive for the German airline, Lufthansa. Contents General conference 1994 - present First Presidency Christmas devotionals 2009 - present CES/worldwide devotionals 2009 - present 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. Joy or misery? Gratitude is a catalyst to all Christlike attributes! Elder Montoya teaches the importance of loving God and ministering to those around us. Please embrace it as your own and share it with your friends. We havent even mentioned family history, youth camps, devotionals, scripture study, leadership training, youth activities, early-morning seminary, maintaining Church buildings, and of course there is the Lords law of health, the monthly fast to help the poor, and tithing., The man said, Now Im confused. I often have wondered, What would Jesus teach and do if He were among us today? This takes steady effort. If you could see into our hearts, you would probably find that you fit in better than you suppose. When you feel weak, Jesus Christ is your strength. He is not a rest stop in our journey. Those who follow this path faithfully avoid many of the pitfalls, sorrows, and regrets of life. This time of introspection is an opportunity for recalibration. He would teach us to open our hearts to God and reach out to others. In preparing for this message today, I have felt strong promptings to address the young women and young men. God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. My beloved friends, your Heavenly Father loves you with a perfect love. The answer is forward thrust. Have you ever stopped to think how amazing it is that a huge passenger jet can actually get off the ground and fly? I look back with kindness on the young man I was during my growing-up years. In grief, we can still lift up our hearts in praise. Being grateful in our circumstances is an act of faith in God. Focus on your destination. 83K views 4 months ago Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks at the 192nd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on October 1-2, 2022. Posted April 5, 2015. In light of what we know about our eternal destiny, is it any wonder that whenever we face the bitter endings of life, they seem unacceptable to us? Elder DavidA. Bednar taught that principles of righteousness help us to look beyond our personal preferences and self-centered desires by providing the precious perspective of eternal truth as we navigate the different circumstances, challenges, decisions, and experiences of mortality (The Principles of My Gospel, Liahona, May 2021, 12324). The poor in spirit and honest of heart find great treasures of knowledge here. Many that were rich cast in much, but then, along came a poor widow, and she threw in two mites. It was such a small amount, it would hardly be worth recording. It left its mark upon me. So the problem with listing every possible do and dont isnt just that its impractical and unsustainable. This was the question the multitude asked Jesus on the banks of the Sea of Galilee. Join with us! Elder Uchtdorf's conference talk is delightful and promises a memorable discussion for your group. Often their grief is caused by what seems to them as an ending. He has provided instructions that reveal the way back to Him. I believe He would start by expressing His deep love for you. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Elder McConkie teaches about the importance of learning about Jesus Christ and helping one another come unto Him. And I would ask him to invite Jesus Christ into his life, for God is among us! Why would anyone want to join such a church?, The couple smiled and said, We thought you would never ask.. Title page of the Book of Mormon; see Mormon 8:17. What he should have said is, 'Mormons believe the Bible has lied to us, and everything you read about God is wrong'. My dear friends, let me repeat, if the Savior were standing here today, He would express His endless love for you, His complete confidence in you. If you expect to find perfect people here, you will be disappointed. Elder Uchtdorf was quick to point out that his family joined the Church through the efforts of a member missionary while his wife's family found the truth through full-time missionaries. I will always think of them as being bigger than lifeangels of light and glory, ministers of compassion, goodness, and truth. That movement creates differences in air pressure that give the plane lift. The airplane gains no altitude sitting on the runway. We all have things, large and small, we need to sacrifice in order to follow Jesus Christ more completely.8 Our sacrifices show what we truly value. You do not need to see the Savior, as the Apostles did, to experience the same transformation. The Lord Jesus Christ spoke once again to the world. 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. Puzzling things. It even takes falling down a time or two. But if you seek the pure doctrine of Christ, the word of God which healeth the wounded soul,9 and the sanctifying influence of the Holy Ghost, then here you will find them. All the more reason to come! To help you find the Way and to help you make Christs doctrine the guiding influence in your life, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has prepared a new resource, a revised version of For the Strength of Youth. At the heart of Gods plan of happiness is the power to choose. 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