RussellM. Nelson, Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives, Ensign or Liahona, May 2018, 96. I always keep a copy in my pocket, and I share it with people who are curious about our standards. The following is a summary of what he said. 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. Minutes and hours well spent are the building blocks of a life well lived., We can navigate our way through the darkness and trials of this life and find our way back to our loving Heavenly Father if we seek and accept the spiritual landmarks He has provided, embrace personal revelation and strive for daily restoration.. This is the way it has always been and will be until the perfect day when Christ Himself reigns personally upon the earth. But He works through usHis imperfect childrenand imperfect people make mistakes. The search for truth has led millions of people to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Put your trust in Jesus Christ. Talk summary: God lives and cares about all His children, even in hours of turmoil, confusion and chaos. Sister Browning encourages us to see our lives from a gospel perspective in order to see more of the Savior in our lives. Will we also go away? 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. It takes practice. Recognizing the demands of his professional life, they said to him, If you feel that you are too busy and shouldnt accept the call, then thats your privilege. He answered that his decision about whether or not to serve when called was made long ago, when he and his wife made temple covenants with the Lord. He is not a rest stop in our journey. Why is this? Because of Jesus Christ, our failures do not have to define us. 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. The next day, when the man returned, the waiter doubled the amount of bread, giving him four slices instead of two, but still the man was not happy. thou hast the words of eternal life.11. And that is what happens when they join with usthey have many opportunities to transform their talents, compassion, and time into good works. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. They came not to blame, lecture, or shame. 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. They changed the lives of people everywhere. Ultimately, it is our desires that qualify us for the work of proclaiming the word of God (see Doctrine and Covenants 4:3). He would see right into your heart. In the hours following His Crucifixion, they were consumed with despair and grief, unable to understand what had just happened. And that is very different from the way the world sees you. Some might say, I dont think I could live up to your standards.. He would want you to see yourself the way He sees you. Tragic things. We are already stretched so thin. 33. The Savior would declare, in no uncertain terms, that you are a daughter or son of the Almighty God. My beloved friends, your Heavenly Father loves you with a perfect love. 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. 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. The guest replied that everything was fine, but it would have been better if they had served more bread. Those who join this Church love the Savior Jesus Christ and they wish to follow Him. The Lord, through His prophets, has always been guiding us in that direction. But the Lord asks that we consecrate all.. It might sound contrary to the wisdom of the world to suggest that one who is burdened with sorrow should give thanks to God. See RussellM. Nelson, Hear Him, Ensign or Liahona, May 2020, 8892. Sometimes questions arise because we simply dont have all the information and we just need a bit more patience. He will lead you the right way. The Lord Jesus Christ spoke once again to the world. All rights reserved. When we consecrate something, we dont leave it to be consumed upon the altar. "Lord, I Believe" - Elder Jeffrey R. Holland. But would that really be helpful in a global church? 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). Like the widow at Jerusalem, we must offer Him our whole souls. The world works from the outside in. Elder Holland teaches what it means to take up the cross as disciples of Jesus Christ. No one is immune. See Have I Done Any Good? Hymns, no. Many years ago, President BoydK. Packer spoke these powerful words: True doctrine, understood, changes attitudes and behavior. It is difficult to develop a spirit of gratitude if our thankfulness is only proportional to the number of blessings we can count. There is an old story of a waiter who asked a customer whether he had enjoyed the meal. Brothers and sisters, dear friends, we need your unique talents and perspectives. 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. But you can love and serve God. Its also important to know what For the Strength of Youth does not do. 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. God is perfect, and His doctrine is pure. But that doesnt mean its easy.7 It requires both sacrifice and consecration. True gratitude is an expression of hope and testimony. 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. And yes, we have weaknesses. My heart overflows with gratitude for my Heavenly Father. Yes, you still have temptation and trials. 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. For the Strength of Youth Pamphlet (2021 Revision), Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith. Presented by Seagull Book. 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. You know what to watch and read, where to spend your time, and with whom to associate. Come, join with us! What is it that keeps these flying machines soaring elegantly through the sky, crossing oceans and continents? Elder Uchtdorf teaches that Jesus Christ is the best guide for making choices. 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. You can find confidence, peace, safety, happiness, and belonging now and eternally, because you will find all of it in Jesus Christ, in His gospel, and in His Church. Also President Uchtdorf doesn't speak in his native German (although he jokingly began to for a second while conducting). As it was with the citizens of Berlin, so it can be with us. Transformed by the profound realization that, indeed, God is among us. It can happen to anyone. 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.. Rarely do we have to pay much attention to keeping our balance on our bicycles. When you feel weak, Jesus Christ is your strength. That is your destiny. There may have been things said or done that were not in harmony with our values, principles, or doctrine. 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. I am also speaking to those who used to be young, even to those who cant really remember it anymore. 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 Eddy invites us to try the virtue of the word of God and drink deeply from the scriptures. Coreyb. Others feel they are facing the end of hopethe hope of being married or bearing children or overcoming an illness. See Marcus Tullius Cicero, Oratio Pro Cno Plancio, XXXIII, section 80; quoted in JosephB. Wirthlin, Live in Thanksgiving Daily, Ensign, Sept. 2001, 8. In the cold of bitter sorrow, we can experience the closeness and warmth of heavens embrace. 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. 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. 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. 2010-2019. Elder Andersen teaches that we can prepare for the Second Coming by making covenants and strengthening our commitment to the Savior. Jesus Christ is our perfect example, and we strive with all the energy of our soul to follow Him. It is bold in inviting you to make choices based on Christs doctrine. How much of life do we miss by waiting to see the rainbow before thanking God that there is rain? Those who follow this path faithfully avoid many of the pitfalls, sorrows, and regrets of life. Elders SpencerW. Kimball and LeGrand Richards extended the call. 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. 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? 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). How grateful I am to my Heavenly Father that in His plan there are no true endings, only everlasting beginnings. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The statue remained without hands. But whenever I watch someone learning to ride a bike for the first time, Im reminded that its not easy balancing yourself on those two narrow wheels. I earnestly pray that your own search for truth will impress upon your heart the desire to come and join with us. Rather, we put it to use in the Lords service. As of September 2013 the Church has more than 15 million members around the world. 3Nephi 13:3233; see also Matthew 6:3233. "Our Heavenly Father asks that we represent Him in the noble work of reaching out and blessing the lives of His children. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks in the Saturday Afternoon Session of the October 2020 General Conference. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Dale G. Renlund Jesus taught that our offering may be large or it may be small, but either way, it must be our heartfelt all. 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. 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. 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. 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 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 When we are grateful to God in our circumstances, we can experience gentle peace in the midst of tribulation. There an elderly woman standing by Dieter's mother in a food line invited the Uchtdorf family to sacrament . The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ speaks of such an appearance to the people on the American continent. When the entire truth is eventually known, things that didnt make sense to us before will be resolved to our satisfaction. For this I pray, and leave you my testimony and blessing, in the name of our Master, Jesus Christ, amen. 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. 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. Elder Uchtdorf posted on Facebook on Aug. 11 about the 60-year anniversary of the beginning of construction on the Berlin Wall. The gospel message they offered transcended politics, history, grudges, grievances, and personal agendas. So He allows you to choose: Light or darkness? President Nelson testifies that we can overcome the world and find rest, by the power of Jesus Christ, which we access through our covenants. That He speaks to prophets again; that God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. It takes patience. Back then, in the solitude of my loneliest hours, I often wondered, Is there any hope left in the world?. My dear brothers and sisters and my dear friends, there will be times when you wish you could do more. And the invitation to earnestly seek His will and live by His truths is the highest standard possible! And yet this seemingly inconsequential donation caught the Saviors attention. This may be one reason the Lord valued the widows mites more than the contribution of the wealthy. I extend to you my love and blessing at this joyful Easter season. 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. 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. 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. Or we can choose to be like Nephi, whose grateful heart never faltered. It would be 28 years before it came down. For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, general conference will be open to the public. He will lead you the right way. What he should have said is, 'Mormons believe the Bible has lied to us, and everything you read about God is wrong'. By President Dieter F. Uchtdorf Second Counselor in the First Presidency Regardless of your circumstances, your personal history, or the strength of your testimony, there is room for you in this Church. RussellM. Nelson, Let God Prevail, Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2020, 94. With that understanding, I no longer needed lists of dos and donts. 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. I realize that He has not doomed His children to stumble through mortality without hope for a bright and eternal future. The Savior always teaches timeless truths. 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. He married Sister Harriet Reich in 1962 and they are the parents of two children. 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). Our children and youth are invited to grow in a balanced way as they follow Jesus Christ, who as a young man increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man (Luke 2:52). Being grateful in our circumstances is an act of faith in God. While this may seem like a juvenile and overly simplistic analogy, it's still a good way to illustrate these principles. 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. The latter, while it may have accomplished more monetarily, was not a sacrifice, and it left the giver unchanged. It is unfortunate that some have stumbled because of mistakes made by men. 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. 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). The recounting of his youth, and the chaotic wartimes of East Germany - impressed the depth of his trials upon us. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. They want to roll up their sleeves and become engaged in this great cause. A question that creates doubt in some can, after careful investigation, build faith in others. Oh, no, the couple explained. Lift Where You Stand, 2008. He would tell you that you can do this. The scriptures say that, to God, our sacrifices are more sacred than our accomplishments (see Doctrine and Covenants 117:13). Weve been riding long enough that we dont even think about thatit has become normal and natural for us. Missionary Service Blessed My Life Forever, We Are The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, A Mighty Change of Heart: I Have Nothing More to Give You, Sustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers, He Is Risen with Healing in His Wings: We Can Be More Than Conquerors, Then Will I Make Weak Things Become Strong, Video: You Are the Women He Foresaw, Covenants with God Strengthen, Protect, and Prepare Us for Eternal Glory, Teaching Self-Reliance to Children and Youth, The Covenant Path: The Way to Eternal Life. You can do your best to keep His commandments. 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). It will be a significant help for making choices in your life. When his brothers tied him up on the shipwhich he had built to take them to the promised landhis ankles and wrists were so sore they had swollen exceedingly, and a violent storm threatened to swallow him up in the depths of the sea. This time of introspection is an opportunity for recalibration. Most of all, those who succeed in balancing on a bicycle learn these important tips: Keep your eyes on the road in front of you. The message was that God lived and cared about us, even in these hours of turmoil, confusion, and chaos. 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. 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. Often their grief is caused by what seems to them as an ending. And yet, because were all weak and imperfect, some concerns might creep into your mind. Love our neighbor. Joy or misery? That is your future. When you have questions, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best answer. 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. You might remember mistakes youve made, times you gave in to temptation, things you wish you hadnt doneor wish you had done better. It teaches you how to make righteous choices based on those eternal truths.13. When you have important choices to make, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best choice. You know what you want to accomplish. 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. 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. We are eternal beings, children of the Almighty God, whose name is Endless13 and who promises eternal blessings without number. And get pedaling. 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. Callings Volunteer and Serve Temples Family History. 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. 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. Because we are made of the stuff of eternity. 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. Change Region English. Coreyb. None of us is quite as Christlike as we know we should be. How long are they?, Oh, my, the man said. By David W. Smith. And yet He taught them many of the same things He taught in the Holy Land. I have pondered what to say to them, and I have struggled to know how to comfort and support them in their trials. Show more Show more He Will Place You on His. You might be surprised to find that we have yearnings and struggles and hopes similar to yours. When we look at our lives and see a hundred things to do, we feel overwhelmed. Good or evil? Two hundred years ago, the Savior again returned to earth. Beliefs Worship with Us News About Us. He wouldnt minimize them. If you define hypocrite as someone who fails to live up perfectly to what he or she believes, then we are all hypocrites. 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. If you seek truth, meaning, and a way to transform faith into action; if you are looking for a place of belonging: Come, join with us! In their zeal to stop people from breaking the law, they compiled hundreds of rules based on their understanding of sacred writings. The more we learn about the gospel of Jesus Christ, the more we realize that endings here in mortality are not endings at all. Confidence, peace, safety, happiness and belonging can be found in Jesus Christ, His gospel and His Church. The answer is forward thrust. Struggling? Doctrine and Covenants 78:19; emphasis added. Very few of us will ever be asked to sacrifice our lives for the Savior. My Home Donations Temple Appointments Leader and Clerk Resources Ward Directory and Map Calendar Meetinghouse Locator Notes Patriarchal Blessing All Tools. Another reason a principle-based approach is needed today is the increasing cultural diversity of the Lords Church. Come, join with us! Do you pay your people for all the work they do? the man asked. Uchtdorf just really spoke to my heart, both in the General Women's session . Years later, following Elder Uchtdorf. Sister Yee teaches that we are blessed as we follow the Savior on the healing path of forgiveness. Invitations President Nelson has given since he became President of the Church By Sydney Walker Followers 0. Discipleship, like most things in life, can also be compared to flying an airplane. From that day forward, the heavens opened, and heavenly messengers descended from halls of immortal glory. 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