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. Jesus Christ has very high standards for His followers. How grateful I am to my Heavenly Father that in His plan there are no true endings, only everlasting beginnings. The following is a summary of what he said. 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). He gives power to the weary; and to those who feel powerless, He increases strength. 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. The Joyful Burden of Discipleship. When the entire truth is eventually known, things that didnt make sense to us before will be resolved to our satisfaction. Jesus taught that our offering may be large or it may be small, but either way, it must be our heartfelt all. The world would shape human behavior, but Christ can change human nature (Born of God, Ensign, Nov. 1985, 6). 9. How can we balance the many demands of life with our desires to offer our whole souls to the Lord? 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 message was that God lived and cared about us, even in these hours of turmoil, confusion, and chaos. That is part of the plan of happiness gifted to us from our loving Heavenly Father. The gospel message they offered transcended politics, history, grudges, grievances, and personal agendas. 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. Collected Talks of Dieter F. Uchtdorf Ben Crowder Collected Talks of Dieter F. Uchtdorf If you're aware of any talks available online that aren't listed here, please let me know. Confidence, peace, safety, happiness and belonging can be found in Jesus Christ, His gospel and His Church. The Church of Jesus Christ seems to attract the kind and the caring, the honest and the industrious. You know the kind of person you want to become.22. This may be one reason the Lord valued the widows mites more than the contribution of the wealthy. 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. I often have wondered, What would Jesus teach and do if He were among us today? It is astonishing what we can learn when we look a little closer at our Heavenly Fathers plan of salvation and exaltation, the plan of happiness, for His children. It is a gratitude that heals the heart and expands the mind. He married Sister Harriet Reich in 1962 and they are the parents of two children. No mortal being advances from crawling to walking to running without frequent stumbles, bumps, and bruises. Elder Uchtdorf teaches that Jesus Christ is the best guide for making choices. The poor in spirit and honest of heart find great treasures of knowledge here. What would that be like? Do you pay your people for all the work they do? the man asked. 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." But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.6. Throughout history, faithful Saints have sacrificed personal desires, comforts, and even their lives for the Savior. Living Life. Often their grief is caused by what seems to them as an ending. Its a wonderful way to get some exercise while also spending time together. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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). There are few members of the Church who, at one time or another, have not wrestled with serious or sensitive questions. The Costand Blessingsof Discipleship, Protection from Pornographya Christ-Focused Home, If Ye Love Me, Keep My Commandments. The important part of Mr. Uchtdorf's message at General Conference is what he didn't say. 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. After the meal, the man looked up and said, Good as always. He will lead you the right way. That is your destiny. It is the work of loving and serving God. When we consecrate something, we dont leave it to be consumed upon the altar. For over 50 years, For the Strength of Youth has been a guide for generations of Latter-day Saint youth. Once there was a man who dreamed that he was in a great hall where all the religions of the world were gathered. Presented by Seagull Book. In the hours following His Crucifixion, they were consumed with despair and grief, unable to understand what had just happened. It takes practice. But you can love and serve God. 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.. They offer their time freely., Also, the couple continued, every six months our Church members spend a weekend attending or watching 10 hours of general conference.. The fear must have been oppressive, consuming their hours and dampening their hope. You know what to watch and read, where to spend your time, and with whom to associate. Transformed by the profound realization that, indeed, God is among us. Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News. 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 Knock, and it will be opened unto you.28 Trust the Lord.29. President Nelson testifies that we can overcome the world and find rest, by the power of Jesus Christ, which we access through our covenants. 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. May we allow our souls to expand in thankfulness toward our merciful Heavenly Father. As we seek to follow Jesus Christ and walk the path of discipleship, line upon line, the day will come that we will experience that unimaginable gift of receiving a fulness of joy. As followers of Jesus Christ, we follow this example. See Have I Done Any Good? Hymns, no. 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. President Oaks teaches that God inspires many organizations and individuals to help those in need and that the Church is committed to work with others in that effort. Their Lord appeared to them and declared, Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself.11. Light and knowledge poured forth from the celestial throne. We would be forever changed. From 1965-1996, he was a pilot, captain and corporate executive for the German airline, Lufthansa. I testify that this is true, as I also testify that Jesus Christ is our Master, our Redeemer, and our one and only Way back to our beloved Father in Heaven. Invitations President Nelson has given since he became President of the Church By Sydney Walker Rarely do we have to pay much attention to keeping our balance on our bicycles. As I pondered this question, I thought about our young American missionaries who served among us during those years. You need to know the whys and the hows and then consider the consequences of your choices. Show more Show more He Will Place You on His. It is filled with people who desire with all their heart to keep the commandments, even if they havent mastered them yet. Jesus might point out that your covenants with Himmade when you were baptized and renewed each time you partake of the sacramentgive you a special connection with Him. In preparing for this message today, I have felt strong promptings to address the young women and young men. It is the reason why youre on the earthto learn, grow, and progress and become everything your Father in Heaven has created you for. But I see youre back to giving only two slices of bread., My dear brothers and sisters, the choice is ours. 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. Please embrace it as your own and share it with your friends. 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. Oh, no, the couple explained. In grief, we can still lift up our hearts in praise. But the Lord asks that we consecrate all.. I have pondered what to say to them, and I have struggled to know how to comfort and support them in their trials. Yet Job responded by saying, Naked came I out of my mothers womb, and naked shall I return : the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.5. If you define hypocrite as someone who fails to live up perfectly to what he or she believes, then we are all hypocrites. 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). 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. Dieter F. Uchtdorf teaches that we can choose to be grateful in any circumstances, including in the midst of tribulation. Eternal life or spiritual death?8. The statue remained without hands. Sister Dennis teaches that we should avoid judging others and instead be compassionate and loving toward everyone. Sometimes we assume it is because they have been offended or lazy or sinful. 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. Elder Eddy invites us to try the virtue of the word of God and drink deeply from the scriptures. This new version of For the Strength of Youth is subtitled A Guide for Making Choices. And how do you get enough air moving over the wings to create lift? 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. They are part of our progress. The Lord, through His prophets, has always been guiding us in that direction. 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. Pres. And one day He wants you to inherit all He has.6. Need some inspiration to lift your soul? 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. Uchtdorf just really spoke to my heart, both in the General Women's session . The problem is that we dont always see things as clearly as we would like to. This time of introspection is an opportunity for recalibration. He also introduces the new For the Strength of Youth guide. He would tell you that you can do this. 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. Despite past heartache, each of us can begin again, he wrote. When I had to make a decision whether or not an activity was appropriate for the Sabbath, I simply asked myself, What sign do I want to give to God? That question made my choices about the Sabbath day crystal clear (The Sabbath Is a Delight, Ensign or Liahona, May 2015, 130). 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! It doesnt give you a yes or no about every choice you might ever face. The following is a summary of what he said. 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. 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. You might say the Fathers plan was designed to allow you to express your desires through your choices so that you can receive the full results of what you desire. But would that really be helpful in a global 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. 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. If we repent, mistakes do not disqualify us. Staying balanced is all about moving forward. I believe He would start by expressing His deep love for you. Coreyb. He has provided instructions that reveal the way back to Him. A third reason why people join the Church is because walking the path of discipleship leads to precious blessings. Contents General conference 1994 - present First Presidency Christmas devotionals 2009 - present CES/worldwide devotionals 2009 - present Actually, it is not that simple. Nothing could keep them from fulfilling their mission. 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