Thomas S. Monson. Some struggle with unanswered questions about things that have been done or said in the past. From that day forward, the heavens opened, and heavenly messengers descended from halls of immortal glory. 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! 1. Tragic things. The study of the doctrines of the gospel will improve behavior quicker than a study of behavior will improve behavior (Do Not Fear, Ensign or Liahona, May 2004, 79). Dieter F. Uchtdorf teaches that we can choose to be grateful in any circumstances, including in the midst of tribulation. To those who have separated themselves from the Church, I say, my dear friends, there is yet a place for you here. After explaining that he has often wondered what Jesus would teach if He was among us today, Elder Uchtdorf listed a few timeless truths taught by the Savior including, "He teaches us to love one another and to be 'full of charity towards all men.'" 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. 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. Elder Pino suggests four habits to help members of the Church stay on the covenant path. He wouldnt minimize them. Read and listen here As a child, when I would look at the little forget-me-nots, I sometimes felt a little like that flowersmall and insignificant. It requires letting some things go and letting other things grow. There an elderly woman standing by Dieter's mother in a food line invited the Uchtdorf family to sacrament . My beloved friends, your Heavenly Father loves you with a perfect love. Light and knowledge poured forth from the celestial throne. For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, general conference will be open to the public. Show more Show more He Will Place You on His. And the fulness of that gospel is taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Its the purpose behind His great plan of happiness, His Church, His priesthood, the scripturesall of it. The following is a summary of what he said. You can do your best to keep His commandments. It blooms just as beautifully in the icy landscape of winter as it does in the pleasant warmth of summer. He asks us to stand firm with the power of the priesthood in our hearts and souls and give the calling we have at this moment our best efforts. He is demonstrating increased trust in His covenant people in the latter days. Weve been riding long enough that we dont even think about thatit has become normal and natural for us. Very few of us will ever be asked to sacrifice our lives for the Savior. All rights reserved. But some might say, What do I have to be grateful for when my world is falling apart?. Coreyb. Jesus Christ is the strength of youth. 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. The Apostle Paul compared it to looking through a glass, darkly.9 Theres a lot of confusion in the world about what is right and wrong. The scriptures say that, to God, our sacrifices are more sacred than our accomplishments (see Doctrine and Covenants 117:13). He is the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by [Jesus Christ].4 That is the Way and our ultimate destination. God will not allow His Church to drift from its appointed course or fail to fulfill its divine destiny. The diversity of persons and peoples all around the globe is a strength of this Church. How priceless are these words to us today! These two laws are similar but not identical. It is the work of loving and serving God. Elder Uchtdorf posted on Facebook on Aug. 11 about the 60-year anniversary of the beginning of construction on the Berlin Wall. He would remind you that 2,000 years ago He took those sins upon Himself so that you could repent. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Subscribe for free and get daily or weekly updates straight to your inbox, The three things you need to know everyday, Highlights from the last week to keep you informed. Dieter F. Uchtdorf 2022 October 2022 Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Youth April 2022 Our Heartfelt All 2021 October 2021 Daily Restoration April 2021 God among Us 2020 October 2020 God Will Do Something Unimaginable April 2020 Come and Belong 2019 October 2019 Your Great Adventure April 2019 Missionary Work: Sharing What Is in Your Heart 2018 Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News. 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. For the Strength of Youth focuses on the foundation for your choices. The Church has prepared a revised version of For the Strength of Youth to point young men and young women to Christ. The Savior reassures us: Your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. Have we not reason to be filled with gratitude, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves? Despite past heartache, each of us can begin again, he wrote. For the Strength of Youth Pamphlet (2021 Revision), Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith. Doctrine and Covenants 121:45. The Uchtdorfs spoke with enthusiasm about the missionary programs that brought their families into the Church. And yet this seemingly inconsequential donation caught the Saviors attention. How much of life do we miss by waiting to see the rainbow before thanking God that there is rain? If these are your desires, then regardless of your circumstances, your personal history, or the strength of your testimony, there is room for you in this Church. Faith is to hope for things which are not seen but which are true.7. 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. Your background or upbringing might seem different from what you perceive in many Latter-day Saints, but that could be a blessing. 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. Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is not just one of many things we do. With this simple observation, the Savior taught us how offerings are measured in His kingdomand its quite different from the way we usually measure things. As we seek to purify our lives and look unto Christ in every thought,12 everything else begins to align. He is not a scenic byway or even a major landmark. First, this Church was restored in our day by Jesus Christ Himself. In preparing for this message today, I have felt strong promptings to address the young women and young men. Truth is contained in the gospel of Jesus Christ and taught in His Church. In fact, there is not just one reason that applies to the variety of situations. It has been updated and refreshed to better cope with the challenges and temptations of our day. President Ballard teaches us that as we follow Jesus Christ in faith, He will help us through difficult times, just as He did the pioneers. Your Heavenly Father is the most glorious being in the universe, full of love, joy, purity, holiness, light, grace, and truth. Will we also go away? 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. Some are facing the end of a cherished relationship, such as the death of a loved one or estrangement from a family member. shared five messages all of Gods children need to hear. All rights reserved. You know how best to groom yourself. We sometimes think that being grateful is what we do after our problems are solved, but how terribly shortsighted that is. Rather, we put it to use in the Lords service. In the hours following His Crucifixion, they were consumed with despair and grief, unable to understand what had just happened. President Nelson teaches about the importance of temples and announces plans to build more temples. But in spite of this, the eternal truth of the restored gospel found in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is not tarnished, diminished, or destroyed. Best LDS Talks On Faith. Another reason is because the Church provides opportunities for doing good. Focus on your destination. You need to know the whys and the hows and then consider the consequences of your choices. It is unfortunate that some have stumbled because of mistakes made by men. 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 would be forever changed. Regardless of your circumstances, your personal history, or the strength of your testimony, there is room for you in this Church. In these moments, I have listened to my beloved brothers and sisters and grieved with them over their burdens. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is the reason why youre on the earthto learn, grow, and progress and become everything your Father in Heaven has created you for. Clearly, the Lord is building our spiritual capacity. I plead with all who hear or read these words: Come, join with us. He has provided instructions that reveal the way back to Him. 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. Open your hearts to our Savior and Redeemer, no matter your circumstances, trials, sufferings, or mistakes; you can know that He lives, that He loves you, and that because of Him, you will never be alone. Our loving Heavenly Father knows that choosing to develop a spirit of gratitude will bring us true joy and great happiness. 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." Elder Uchtdorf's conference talk summary If you are tempted to give up: Stay yet a little longer. President Nelson recently spoke of the need for each of us to remove, with the Saviors help, the old debris in our lives. May we allow our souls to expand in thankfulness toward our merciful Heavenly Father. 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! By Coreyb April 5, 2015 in General Discussions. Elder Gong teaches that as we follow Gods plan for us, we will find eternal joy with our families. This type of gratitude transcends whatever is happening around us. We are eternal beings, children of the Almighty God, whose name is Endless13 and who promises eternal blessings without number. April 2014. "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.". 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. 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. 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. Throughout history, faithful Saints have sacrificed personal desires, comforts, and even their lives for the Savior. There may have been things said or done that were not in harmony with our values, principles, or doctrine. I earnestly pray that your own search for truth will impress upon your heart the desire to come and join with us. If you define hypocrite as someone who fails to live up perfectly to what he or she believes, then we are all hypocrites. President Ezra Taft Benson taught a similar truth: The Lord works from the inside out. President Dieter F. Uchtdorf's Women's Session General Conference talk is entitled, "Three Sisters" in which he discusses three basic attitudes we might use to approach life. Contents. When they receive sacred priesthood ordinances and make covenants with God, they can feel His power in their lives.2 When they enter the holy temple, they sense they are in His presence. Small, seemingly insignificant factors can make a major difference physically and spiritually. Dieter F. Uchtdorf Of the First Presidency January 13, 2013 If you follow the Spirit, your personal search for the truth inevitably leads you to the Lord and Savior, even Jesus Christ, for He is "the way, the truth, and the life." This may not be the most convenient way, but it will be His waythe Savior's redeeming way. Keeping Covenants Protects Us, Prepares Us, and Empowers Us, Wanted: Hands and Hearts to Hasten the Work. 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. My dear brothers and sisters and my dear friends, there will be times when you wish you could do more. Like a musician rehearsing scales, we can see our missteps, flaws, and sins as opportunities for greater self-awareness, deeper and more honest love for others, and refinement through repentance. That movement creates differences in air pressure that give the plane lift. The statue remained without hands. We see baptism as the starting point in our journey of discipleship. But we earnestly desire to overcome our faults and the tendency to sin. 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. This is the bull's-eye of the gospel of Jesus Christ. For over 50 years, For the Strength of Youth has been a guide for generations of Latter-day Saint youth. Beliefs Worship with Us News About Us. It takes practice. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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. Sacrifices are sacred and honored by the Lord.9, Consecration is different from sacrifice in at least one important way. Knowing this, how could we ever murmur or remain embittered? He is your strength. It takes patience. Posted April 5, 2015. The former was a sacrifice, which has a purifying effect on the giver. This objective must remain constant and consistent, whoever we are and whatever else is happening in our lives.3. Why would anyone want to join such a church?, The couple smiled and said, We thought you would never ask.. The Joyful Burden of Discipleship. He would want you to see yourself the way He sees you. But when you earnestly seek the trutheternal, unchanging truthyour choices become much clearer. The answer is forward thrust. You can build a joyful, happy life because Jesus Christ is your strength. Jesus Christ has very high standards for His followers. He married Sister Harriet Reich in 1962 and they are the parents of two children. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. 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. He also introduces the new For the Strength of Youth guide. Sister Yee teaches that we are blessed as we follow the Savior on the healing path of forgiveness. To sacrifice means to give something up in favor of something more valuable. Like the widow at Jerusalem, we must offer Him our whole souls. President Nelson affirms the Lords teachings about abuse and testifies that God is the source of all truth. The Savior would sense that, and I believe He would assure you with words He has spoken in the scriptures: I dont think He would make excuses for your mistakes. 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. We love you, President Nelson, and I encourage everyone everywhere to study and heed your words. Multicultural Conference Multicultural Conference. 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