There is room for you here. He gives power to the weary; and to those who feel powerless, He increases strength. That is part of the plan of happiness gifted to us from our loving Heavenly Father. No matter how you choose to personally prepare for general . He would recognize and honor honesty, humility, integrity, faithfulness, compassion, and charity. How can we balance the many demands of life with our desires to offer our whole souls to the Lord? Nothing could keep them from fulfilling their mission. We made a commitment then, he said, to seek first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness [Matthew 6:33], feeling confident that everything else would be added unto us, as the Lord promised (Russell Marion Nelson, From Heart to Heart: An Autobiography [1979], 114). You need to know the whys and the hows and then consider the consequences of your choices. Could I suggest that we see gratitude as a disposition, a way of life that stands independent of our current situation? After the Resurrection, Jesus Christ fulfilled His promise to visit His other sheep.13. It is difficult to develop a spirit of gratitude if our thankfulness is only proportional to the number of blessings we can count. 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. Best LDS Talks On Faith. The Costand Blessingsof Discipleship, Protection from Pornographya Christ-Focused Home, If Ye Love Me, Keep My Commandments. After the meal, the man looked up and said, Good as always. It is a starting question for us as we contemplate becoming disciples of Jesus Christ. Here you will find the authority to act in His nameto baptize for the remission of sins, to confer the gift of the Holy Ghost, and to seal on earth and in heaven.1. Is everyone given the . Anciently, Gods people sacrificed the firstlings of their flocks in honor of the coming Messiah. 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. He would see right into your heart. 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. Doctrine and Covenants 78:19; emphasis added. Your testimony of Christ, born of the Holy Ghost, can help you look past the disappointing endings in mortality and see the bright future that the Redeemer of the world has prepared. . Conflict is inevitable, but contention is a choice, Elder Uchtdorf tweeted on Sept. 24. But He works through usHis imperfect childrenand imperfect people make mistakes. Sometimes questions arise because we simply dont have all the information and we just need a bit more patience. 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. Joseph Smith said, I teach them correct principles, and they govern themselves.17, And King Benjamin told his people in the Book of Mormon, I cannot tell you all the things whereby ye may commit sin; for there are divers ways and means, even so many that I cannot number them.18, King Benjamin went on to say, But this much I can tell you, watch yourselves, and your thoughts, and your words, and your deeds, and observe the commandments of God, and continue in the faith of our Lord, even unto the end of your lives.19, Is it wrong to have rules? Ronald A. Rasband . 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. 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. Sister Yee teaches that we are blessed as we follow the Savior on the healing path of forgiveness. 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. He married Sister Harriet Reich in 1962 and they are the parents of two children. We can choose to be grateful, no matter what. Perhaps our challenge is that we think balance means dividing our time evenly among competing interests. Sometimes there is a difference of opinion as to what the facts really mean. He has provided instructions that reveal the way back to Him. thou hast the words of eternal life.11. I realize that He has not doomed His children to stumble through mortality without hope for a bright and eternal future. But one event changed all of that. 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. The following is a summary of what he said. He knows that you cant do everything your heart wants you to do. My beloved friends, your Heavenly Father loves you with a perfect love. I suppose the guide could give you long lists of clothes you shouldnt wear, words you shouldnt say, and movies you shouldnt watch. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session ofOctober 2021 general conference. The next day, the waiter doubled the bread again, without success. The more we learn about the gospel of Jesus Christ, the more we realize that endings here in mortality are not endings at all. 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. Please embrace it as your own and share it with your friends. This new guide is subtitled A Guide for Making Choices and focuses on values, principles and doctrine rather than specific behavior. Years later, following Elder Uchtdorf. 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. 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. It is contained in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Another reason a principle-based approach is needed today is the increasing cultural diversity of the Lords Church. And we should not be surprised to find that the Savior again teaches the core message of His gospel: Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy might, mind, and strength; and in the name of Jesus Christ thou shalt serve him.14 He inspires us to seek God15 and live by the teachings He has revealed to His servants, the prophets.16, He teaches us to love one another17 and to be full of charity towards all men.18, He invites us to be His hands, to go about doing good.19 Let us not love in word but in deed and in truth.20, He challenges us to heed His great commission: to love, to share, to invite all to His gospel and His Church.21, He commands us to build holy temples and to enter and serve there.22, He teaches us to become His disciplesthat our hearts should not strive for personal power, wealth, approval, or position. It sounds like an easy choice, doesnt it? Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks in the Saturday Afternoon Session of the October 2020 General Conference. That is your choice! 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. Outward appearances would lose their importance. That He actually appeared in our time to restore truth and lightHis gospel and His Church. 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 would be 28 years before it came down. The poor in spirit and honest of heart find great treasures of knowledge here. His family lost everything and had to escape for their lives. How long are they?, Oh, my, the man said. "Our Heavenly Father asks that we represent Him in the noble work of reaching out and blessing the lives of His children. To me, these young men and women were perfect. Confidence, peace, safety, happiness and belonging can be found in Jesus Christ, His gospel and His Church. There are many reasons for this, but may I offer a few? Despite past heartache, each of us can begin again, he wrote. (See John 6:28.). God is perfect, and His doctrine is pure. They can refine us. When you have questions, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best answer. Show more Show more. For over 50 years, For the Strength of Youth has been a guide for generations of Latter-day Saint youth. 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 important part of Mr. Uchtdorf's message at General Conference is what he didn't say. Yes, we cherish all the principles of the gospel. Have you ever stopped to think how amazing it is that a huge passenger jet can actually get off the ground and fly? Thomas S. Monson. For the rising generation, I have a message especially for you from our Savior, Jesus Christ. That your potential is limitless. It takes time. 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. Take up your cross and follow Him.12. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. He is your strength. All rights reserved. It is unfortunate that some have stumbled because of mistakes made by men. 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. He is your strength. Beliefs Worship with Us News About Us. May we live in thanksgiving daily18especially during the seemingly unexplainable endings that are part of mortality. 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. Jesus Christ said, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.11. Gratitude is a catalyst to all Christlike attributes! Would such an approach truly prepare you for a lifetime of Christlike living? 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. In the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. Life no longer feels like a long list of separate efforts held in tenuous balance. Our offering may be small, but it must come from our heart and soul. The world would shape human behavior, but Christ can change human nature (Born of God, Ensign, Nov. 1985, 6). 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. Some might ask, But what about my doubts?, Its natural to have questionsthe acorn of honest inquiry has often sprouted and matured into a great oak of understanding. We seek to love God and serve our neighbors. Followers of Jesus Christ do not shame or attack others; they seek to love God and serve their neighbors. In his message directed to those of the rising generation, he reminded youth that Jesus Christ is their strength. The gospel message they offered transcended politics, history, grudges, grievances, and personal agendas. Being grateful in our circumstances is an act of faith in God. 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. President Eyring shows how his mother and the prophet Mormon encouraged their posterity to qualify for eternal life through all the trials of mortality. 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. All of His commandments are given to make blessings available to us. It is so humbling to know that this magnificent and supernal future is possiblenot because of who we are but because of who God is. The airplane gains no altitude sitting on the runway. It is the work of loving and serving God. This type of gratitude transcends whatever is happening around us. The new version of For the Strength of Youth is available online in 50 different languages and will also be available in print. Elder Andersen teaches that we can prepare for the Second Coming by making covenants and strengthening our commitment to the Savior. Matthew 14:27; John 16:33; Doctrine and Covenants 61:36; 68:6; 78:18. 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. Doctrine and Covenants 59:7; see also Ephesians 5:20; 1Thessalonians 5:18; Mosiah 26:39; Alma 7:23; Doctrine and Covenants 98:1. Elder Sitati teaches how we can develop attributes that help us become better disciples of Christ. It blooms just as beautifully in the icy landscape of winter as it does in the pleasant warmth of summer. The Church has prepared a revised version of For the Strength of Youth to point young men and young women to Christ. On April 2-3, millions worldwide will tune into the 192nd Annual General Conferenceof The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to hear messages from the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and other Church leaders. 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 Schmitt teaches us that learning about the many names of Jesus can inspire us to become more like Him. Elder Gong teaches that as we follow Gods plan for us, we will find eternal joy with our families. This is what the widow at the temple treasury seemed to understand. Perhaps focusing on what we are grateful for is the wrong approach. 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. You know how best to groom yourself. For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, general conference will be open to the public. Lift Where You Stand, 2008. Knock, and it will be opened unto you.28 Trust the Lord.29. They are part of our progress. The Costand Blessingsof Discipleship. 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. Truth is contained in the gospel of Jesus Christ and taught in His Church. And the fulness of that gospel is taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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. What is it that keeps these flying machines soaring elegantly through the sky, crossing oceans and continents? Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Through usHis imperfect childrenand imperfect people make mistakes generation, I have a message for! 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