RussellM. Nelson, Let God Prevail, Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2020, 94. As of September 2013 the Church has more than 15 million members around the world. 9. Some might say, I know a member of your Church who is a hypocrite. Mosiah 4:29. And one day He wants you to inherit all He has.6. With that understanding, I no longer needed lists of dos and donts. You know how best to groom yourself. He is not a scenic byway or even a major landmark. Its also important to know what For the Strength of Youth does not do. Thomas S. Monson. The kind of connection the scriptures describe as being yoked together so that, with His help, you can carry any burden.5. Why would anyone want to join such a church?, The couple smiled and said, We thought you would never ask.. I often have wondered, What would Jesus teach and do if He were among us today? Others may be facing the end of their faith, as confusing and conflicting voices in the world tempt them to question, even abandon, what they once knew to be true. How long are they?, Oh, my, the man said. Posted April 5, 2015. There may have been things said or done that were not in harmony with our values, principles, or doctrine. Elder Holland teaches what it means to take up the cross as disciples of Jesus Christ. In this age of waning faithin this age when so many feel distanced from heavens embracehere you will find a people who yearn to know and draw closer to their Savior by serving God and fellowmen, just like you. Another reason a principle-based approach is needed today is the increasing cultural diversity of the Lords Church. It left its mark upon me. 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. That movement creates differences in air pressure that give the plane lift. He would know you as you are. Yes, we cherish all the principles of the gospel. But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.6. For the Strength of Youth Pamphlet (2021 Revision), Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith. Have you ever stopped to think how amazing it is that a huge passenger jet can actually get off the ground and fly? The poor in spirit and honest of heart find great treasures of knowledge here. He knows that you cant do everything your heart wants you to do. 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. 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. Elder Montoya teaches the importance of loving God and ministering to those around us. My Home Donations Temple Appointments Leader and Clerk Resources Ward Directory and Map Calendar Meetinghouse Locator Notes Patriarchal Blessing All Tools. 3Nephi 13:3233; see also Matthew 6:3233. The problem is that we dont always see things as clearly as we would like to. He will lead you the right way. President Ezra Taft Benson taught a similar truth: The Lord works from the inside out. When you have important choices to make, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best choice. I plead with all who hear or read these words: Come, join with us. In pain, we can glory in Christs Atonement. God among Us By Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. It might sound contrary to the wisdom of the world to suggest that one who is burdened with sorrow should give thanks to God. shared five messages all of Gods children need to hear. The Savior reassures us: Your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. In praising this faithful widow, the Savior gave us a standard to measure our discipleship in all of its many expressions. But we do not need to hang our heads in despair, because we can trust God, we can trust His Son, Jesus Christ, and we can accept the gift of the Spirit to guide us on this path toward a life filled with joy and divine happiness.12. Talk summary: God lives and cares about all His children, even in hours of turmoil, confusion and chaos. Brothers and sisters, have we not reason to be filled with gratitude, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves? Everyones situation is different, and the details of each life are unique. Another reason is because the Church provides opportunities for doing good. Elder Uchtdorf commemorated International Friendship Day on July 30 with an Instagram post about focusing on the one and making the Church a place of blending.. 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. All rights reserved. See RussellM. Nelson, Hear Him, Ensign or Liahona, May 2020, 8892. In spite of our human imperfections, I am confident that you will find among the members of this Church many of the finest souls this world has to offer. 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. As I pondered this question, I thought about our young American missionaries who served among us during those years. Jeffrey R. Holland. Elder Eddy invites us to try the virtue of the word of God and drink deeply from the scriptures. 1. We are all infants compared to the beings of glory and grandeur we are designed to become. They apply to people of every age and in any circumstance. Beliefs Worship with Us News About Us. His message was and is a message of hope and belonginga testimony that God our Heavenly Father has not abandoned His children. President Nelson testifies that we can overcome the world and find rest, by the power of Jesus Christ, which we access through our covenants. In grief, we can still lift up our hearts in praise. 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. This is the Church of Jesus Christ. That is how we learn. Take up your cross and follow Him.12. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorfof the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session of October 2022 general conference. A question that creates doubt in some can, after careful investigation, build faith in others. There is an old story of a waiter who asked a customer whether he had enjoyed the meal. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. From 1965-1996, he was a pilot, captain and corporate executive for the German airline, Lufthansa. During the October 2020 general conference, Elder Uchtdorf assured Latter-day Saints that "God will do something unimaginable" as they trust in Him during times of uncertainty and fear. All of His commandments are given to make blessings available to us. At a time when many churches throughout the world are experiencing significant decreases in numbers, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saintsthough small in comparison with many othersis one of the fastest growing churches in the world. As Elder DaleG. Renlund taught, Our Heavenly Fathers goal in parenting is not to have His children do what is right; it is to have His children choose to do what is right and ultimately become like Him (Choose You This Day, Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2018, 104). Nothing could keep them from fulfilling their mission. He is pleading with us to increase [our] spiritual capacity to receive revelation.14 He is inviting us to hear Him.15 He is calling us to follow Him in higher and holier ways.16 And we are learning in a similar way every week in Come, Follow Me. Throughout the ages, God has spoken through His servants, the prophets. 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. No mortal being advances from crawling to walking to running without frequent stumbles, bumps, and bruises. 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). (See John 6:28 .) The Savior would declare, in no uncertain terms, that you are a daughter or son of the Almighty God. Best LDS Talks On Faith. To sacrifice means to give something up in favor of something more valuable. My dear young friends, if the Savior were here right now, what would He say to you? The principle-based approach of the new For the Strength of Youth guide is consistent with other recent initiatives introduced by the Saviors Church, including Preach My Gospel, ministering, the home-centered Come, Follow Me curriculum, the Children and Youth program, Teaching in the Saviors Way, and the new General Handbook. How can we balance the many demands of life with our desires to offer our whole souls to the Lord? If I could go back in time, I would comfort him and tell him to stay on the right track and keep searching. This is not a gratitude of the lips but of the soul. The Saviors infinite Atonement completely changes the way we may view our transgressions and imperfections. What about your weekly church services? However, there are some who leave the Church they once loved. But you can love and serve God. As followers of Jesus Christ, we follow this example. Elder Uchtdorf teaches that Jesus Christ is the best guide for making choices. I testify that here you will find the words of eternal life, the promise of blessed redemption, and the pathway to peace and happiness. In this talk, President Uchtdorf shares the powerful lesson that Heavenly Father will never forget us and what we can do to never forget Him. The diversity of persons and peoples all around the globe is a strength of this Church. It requires that we trust God and hope for things we may not see but which are true.8 By being grateful, we follow the example of our beloved Savior, who said, Not my will, but thine, be done.9. You do not need to see the Savior, as the Apostles did, to experience the same transformation. Experts were able to repair most of the statue, but the hands had been damaged so severely that they could not be restored. 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. See Romans 5:3; 2Corinthians 4:17; 12:10. In this Church that honors personal agency so strongly, that was restored by a young man who asked questions and sought answers, we respect those who honestly search for truth. 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. Followers 0. Once there was a man who dreamed that he was in a great hall where all the religions of the world were gathered. The Lord, through His prophets, has always been guiding us in that direction. Those who follow this path faithfully avoid many of the pitfalls, sorrows, and regrets of life. Contents. When we look at our lives and see a hundred things to do, we feel overwhelmed. The best guide you can possibly have for making choices is Jesus Christ. Sister Craig teaches us three truths that can help us grow as disciples and trust in the Lord through our trials. Many issues become nonissues! Elder Pino suggests four habits to help members of the Church stay on the covenant path. I believe the Savior Jesus Christ would want you to see, feel, and know that He is your strength. 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. Despite past heartache, each of us can begin again, he wrote. 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. Sustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers, BishopsShepherds over the Lords Flock, What We Are Learning and Will Never Forget, Christ Is Risen; Faith in Him Will Move Mountains, Defending Our Divinely Inspired Constitution. 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. Join with us! The airplane gains no altitude sitting on the runway. What he should have said is, 'Mormons believe the Bible has lied to us, and everything you read about God is wrong'. Dale G. Renlund Without landmarks, it is human nature to drift off course. 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. We can choose to limit our gratitude, based on the blessings we feel we lack. And that is what happens when they join with usthey have many opportunities to transform their talents, compassion, and time into good works. 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. Do members of your church actually do what you have said?, That and more. The Church has prepared a revised version of For the Strength of Youth to point young men and young women to Christ. 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. The scriptures say that, to God, our sacrifices are more sacred than our accomplishments (see Doctrine and Covenants 117:13). 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. Anciently, Gods people sacrificed the firstlings of their flocks in honor of the coming Messiah. 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. This new version of For the Strength of Youth is subtitled A Guide for Making Choices. President Nelson recently spoke of the need for each of us to remove, with the Saviors help, the old debris in our lives. There are few members of the Church who, at one time or another, have not wrestled with serious or sensitive questions. Nevertheless, I have learned that there is something that would take away the bitterness that may come into our lives. During a BYU Education Week devotional on Aug. 17, Elder Uchtdorf, Elder Uchtdorf spoke twice during the Seminar for New Mission Leaders in June on how, In an interview with the Church News, Elder Uchtdorf. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles speaks during the Saturday morning session of the 192nd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Oct. 1, 2022. In the title page of the Book of Mormon we read, And now, if there are faults they are the mistakes of men; wherefore, condemn not the things of God, that ye may be found spotless at the judgment-seat of Christ.6. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. His family lost everything and had to escape for their lives. At the heart of Gods plan of happiness is the power to choose. He would tell you that you can do this. Job 36:26 - no one can know the number of God's years. To be very clear, the best guide you can possibly have for making choices is Jesus Christ. It takes patience. Living Life. Coreyb. Come, join with us! I have another analogy Im sure every man, woman, and child will be able to relate to. Yes, you still have temptation and trials. This is what the widow at the temple treasury seemed to understand. Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News. Those who suffer or grieve find healing here. 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. Elder Uchtdorf posted on Facebook on Aug. 11 about the 60-year anniversary of the beginning of construction on the Berlin Wall. I look back with kindness on the young man I was during my growing-up years. Elder Gong teaches that as we follow Gods plan for us, we will find eternal joy with our families. The new version of For the Strength of Youth is available online in 50 different languages and will also be available in print. 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. God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. President Nelson affirms the Lords teachings about abuse and testifies that God is the source of all truth. Because we have no paid local clergy in our worldwide congregations, our members perform the work of ministry themselves. He would want you to see yourself the way He sees you. gave his talk in English. And the fulness of that gospel is taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Faith is to hope for things which are not seen but which are true.7. The Uchtdorfs spoke with enthusiasm about the missionary programs that brought their families into the Church. 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. But somehow, here on earth, it seems more complicated than it ought to be. 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). 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. President Nelson exemplified this approach when he taught us about honoring the Sabbath day: In my much younger years, I studied the work of others who had compiled lists of things to do and things not to do on the Sabbath. 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! If you define hypocrite as someone who fails to live up perfectly to what he or she believes, then we are all hypocrites. Doctrine and Covenants 121:45. He is your strength. This is the bull's-eye of the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Joyful Burden of Discipleship. He would recognize and honor honesty, humility, integrity, faithfulness, compassion, and charity. 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? It doesnt give you a yes or no about every choice you might ever face. Transformed by the profound realization that, indeed, God is among us. Are You Sleeping through the Restoration? 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. I've been watching conference since October 2013 and, in between conferences, I think I've listened to every conference from 2005 forward (as well as every talk I can find from Eyring, Holland, and Monson.) By Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles Put your trust in Jesus Christ. 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. Some struggle with unanswered questions about things that have been done or said in the past. 15 of 27. The important part of Mr. Uchtdorf's message at General Conference is what he didn't say. 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. 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. 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. See Marcus Tullius Cicero, Oratio Pro Cno Plancio, XXXIII, section 80; quoted in JosephB. Wirthlin, Live in Thanksgiving Daily, Ensign, Sept. 2001, 8. And so he took a nine-foot-long (3-m) loaf of bread, cut it in half, and with a smile, served that to the customer. A third reason why people join the Church is because walking the path of discipleship leads to precious blessings. All rights reserved. Have we not reason to be filled with gratitude, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves? Important temporal and spiritual choices should not only be based on personal preference or what is convenient or popular.23 The Lord is not saying, Do whatever you want., He is saying, Live in a holier, higher, more mature way., He is saying, Keep my commandments.. 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 are eternal beings, children of the Almighty God, whose name is Endless13 and who promises eternal blessings without number. 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. It will be a significant help for making choices in your life. The message was that God lived and cared about us, even in these hours of turmoil, confusion, and chaos. As an Apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ and as one who has seen firsthand the councils and workings of this Church, I bear solemn witness that no decision of significance affecting this Church or its members is ever made without earnestly seeking the inspiration, guidance, and approbation of our Eternal Father. Sometimes there is a difference of opinion as to what the facts really mean. In essence, he's called God a liar. Sister Yee teaches that we are blessed as we follow the Savior on the healing path of forgiveness. 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. Come and add your talents, gifts, and energies to ours. The more we learn about the gospel of Jesus Christ, the more we realize that endings here in mortality are not endings at all. Staying balanced is all about moving forward. Need some inspiration to lift your soul? No matter how strong our spiritual experiences have been in the past, as human beings we tend to wander. That your potential is limitless. 2010-2019. Sometimes questions arise because we simply dont have all the information and we just need a bit more patience. 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. These two laws are similar but not identical. Conflict is inevitable, but contention is a choice, Elder Uchtdorf tweeted on Sept. 24. He is your strength.20, For the Strength of Youth is bold in declaring the doctrine of Jesus Christ. I invite you to pray, he said, to identify the debris you should remove from your life so you can become more worthy (Welcome Message, Liahona, May 2021, 7). All the more reason to come! The doubting He would infuse with faith and courage to believe. The Costand Blessingsof Discipleship. We dedicate it to Him and His holy purposes.10 We receive the talents that the Lord has given us and strive to increase them, manifold, to become even more helpful in building the Lords kingdom.11. Very few of us will ever be asked to sacrifice our lives for the Savior. That is your future. The world would shape human behavior, but Christ can change human nature (Born of God, Ensign, Nov. 1985, 6). 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. It is loving and serving Gods children.13. And get pedaling. The Lord Jesus Christ spoke once again to the world. 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. You can build a joyful, happy life because Jesus Christ is your strength. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Check out these four great LDS conference talks on hope. Worldwide - English. (See John 6:28.). It surpasses disappointment, discouragement, and despair. My mother and father shared little about this burden with us four children. They changed the lives of people everywhere. A post shared by Dieter F. Uchtdorf (@dieterfuchtdorf), 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. It teaches you how to make righteous choices based on those eternal truths.13. President Nelson teaches about the importance of temples and announces plans to build more temples. But the Lord asks that we consecrate all.. When they read the holy scriptures3 and live the teachings of His prophets, they grow closer to the Savior they love so much. It is filled with people who desire with all their heart to keep the commandments, even if they havent mastered them yet. But we earnestly desire to overcome our faults and the tendency to sin. Let us take this a step further. But would that really be helpful in a global church? the most worth is becoming transformed by the Savior, the one thing linking the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, shared an important lesson about missionary work, Read more October 2021 general conference coverage. This type of gratitude transcends whatever is happening around us. Even on a windy day, enough lift isnt created unless the airplane is moving forward, with enough thrust to counteract the forces holding it back. Love our neighbor. May we live in thanksgiving daily18especially during the seemingly unexplainable endings that are part of mortality. In preparing for this message today, I have felt strong promptings to address the young women and young men. We see baptism as the starting point in our journey of discipleship. The following is a summary of what he said. I earnestly pray that your own search for truth will impress upon your heart the desire to come and join with us. There an elderly woman standing by Dieter's mother in a food line invited the Uchtdorf family to sacrament . The Savior always teaches timeless truths. 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. Is an official publication of uchtdorf conference talk Twelve Apostles spoke during the seemingly unexplainable endings that are part mortality! 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