Have we not reason to be filled with gratitude, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves? Yes, you still have temptation and trials. Conflict is inevitable, but contention is a choice, Elder Uchtdorf tweeted on Sept. 24. To me, these young men and women were perfect. 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. But we can choose our response. Its a wonderful way to get some exercise while also spending time together. Some of our dear members struggle for years with the question whether they should separate themselves from the Church. 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. I could never join a church that had someone like him as a member.. 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. But one event changed all of that. Sacrifice and consecration are two heavenly laws that we covenant to obey in the holy temple. He would want you to see yourself the way He sees you. Why would anyone want to join such a church?, The couple smiled and said, We thought you would never ask.. We all need them every day. 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). He also introduces the new For the Strength of Youth guide. Those who join this Church love the Savior Jesus Christ and they wish to follow Him. That He speaks to prophets again; that God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. Jesus Christ is the strength of youth. Dale G. Renlund 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. He is your strength. 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! Elder Uchtdorf's conference talk summary In fact, most of the scriptural references do not speak of gratitude for things but rather suggest an overall spirit or attitude of gratitude. When you have questions, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best answer. They rejoice in the knowledge that God speaks to mankind again. Nothing could keep them from fulfilling their mission. Nevertheless, I have learned that there is something that would take away the bitterness that may come into our lives. They are called by inspiration. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks in the Saturday Afternoon Session of the October 2020 General Conference. 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. Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith (2007), 284. It teaches you how to make righteous choices based on those eternal truths.13. Elder Johnson teaches that through the Atonement of Jesus Christ we can be cleansed of our sins and imperfections. Contents General conference 1994 - present First Presidency Christmas devotionals 2009 - present CES/worldwide devotionals 2009 - present 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. 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. He emphasized the need for daily introspection and restoration as a spiritual landmark. Life no longer feels like a long list of separate efforts held in tenuous balance. Specific rules or applications of those principles work well in some places but not in others. Good or evil? For here you will find what is precious beyond price. In the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. 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. My dear brothers and sisters and my dear friends, there will be times when you wish you could do more. Some might say, I dont think I could live up to your standards.. Often their grief is caused by what seems to them as an ending. Yea, come unto him, and offer your whole souls as an offering unto him.2. 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. You can build a joyful, happy life because Jesus Christ is your strength. Like the widow at Jerusalem, we must offer Him our whole souls. 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. He gives power to the weary; and to those who feel powerless, He increases strength. We can choose to be grateful, no matter what. On the fourth day, the waiter was really determined to make the man happy. 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. No, He would ask you to repentto leave your sins behind, to change, so He can forgive you. 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. (See John 6:28 .) RussellM. Nelson, Let God Prevail, Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2020, 94. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. How can we balance the many demands of life with our desires to offer our whole souls to the Lord? Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session of October 2022 general conference. 2010-2019. No mortal being advances from crawling to walking to running without frequent stumbles, bumps, and bruises. 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! 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. The kind of connection the scriptures describe as being yoked together so that, with His help, you can carry any burden.5. RussellM. Nelson, Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives, Ensign or Liahona, May 2018, 96. It does mean that through the eyes of faith we look beyond our present-day challenges. 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. Elder Sitati teaches how we can develop attributes that help us become better disciples of Christ. What about your weekly church services? In a footnote attached to the subheading, Elder Uchtdorf shared: This was the question the multitude asked Jesus on the banks of the Sea of Galilee. Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is not just one of many things we do. As Latter-day Saints, we are often known for what we do and dont doour behaviors. Because of Gods perfect love for us and the eternal sacrifice of Jesus Christ, our sinsboth great and smallcan be blotted out and remembered no more.6 We can stand before Him pure, worthy, and sanctified. 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. The poor in spirit and honest of heart find great treasures of knowledge here. The airplane gains no altitude sitting on the runway. You might be surprised to find that we have yearnings and struggles and hopes similar to yours. Keeping Covenants Protects Us, Prepares Us, and Empowers Us, Wanted: Hands and Hearts to Hasten the Work. 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 even takes falling down a time or two. 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. thou hast the words of eternal life.11. We are eternal beings, children of the Almighty God, whose name is Endless13 and who promises eternal blessings without number. But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.6. And that is very different from the way the world sees you. And I would ask him to invite Jesus Christ into his life, for God is among us! See Romans 5:3; 2Corinthians 4:17; 12:10. From 1965-1996, he was a pilot, captain and corporate executive for the German airline, Lufthansa. 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. 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. 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.. This is the Church of Jesus Christ. When we are grateful to God in our circumstances, we can experience gentle peace in the midst of tribulation. 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. Elder Montoya teaches the importance of loving God and ministering to those around us. That is part of the plan of happiness gifted to us from our loving Heavenly Father. 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. They who wait upon the Lord will be renewed by His strength.12. So, my dear friends and beloved fellow disciples of Jesus Christ, let us not be weary in well-doing, for [we] are laying the foundation of a great work. And out of our small things will proceed that which is great.14. I bear witness that our Heavenly Father lives, that Jesus Christ leads His Church, that President RussellM. Nelson is His prophet. All rights reserved. What is it that keeps these flying machines soaring elegantly through the sky, crossing oceans and continents? 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. 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. So the problem with listing every possible do and dont isnt just that its impractical and unsustainable. Show more Show more. 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). His father was conscripted into the German Army, and his mother relocated the family to Zwickau, Germany. He also introduces the new For the Strength of Youth guide. He would know you as you are. Being grateful in times of distress does not mean that we are pleased with our circumstances. You need to know the whys and the hows and then consider the consequences of your choices. Those who suffer or grieve find healing here. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 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. Just as forward momentum keeps a bicycle balanced and upright, moving forward helps an aircraft overcome the pull of gravity and drag. 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. 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). Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Need some inspiration to lift your soul? We have this precious record as a tangible witness of the Saviors work. The guest replied that everything was fine, but it would have been better if they had served more bread. I earnestly pray that your own search for truth will impress upon your heart the desire to come and join with us. Doctrine and Covenants 78:19; emphasis added. Check out these four great LDS conference talks on hope. We seek to love God and serve our neighbors. Lift Where You Stand, 2008. For the rising generation, I have a message especially for you from our Savior, Jesus Christ. Some struggle with unanswered questions about things that have been done or said in the past. Elder Morrison teaches us how the Lord strengthens us and helps us when we exercise faith in Him during difficult times. This can be good, but its even better to be known for what we know (the truths that drive our behaviors) and for who we know (the Saviorand how our love for Him inspires our behaviors). If I could go back in time, I would comfort him and tell him to stay on the right track and keep searching. See Have I Done Any Good? Hymns, no. What he should have said is, 'Mormons believe the Bible has lied to us, and everything you read about God is wrong'. 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. Gratitude to our Father in Heaven broadens our perception and clears our vision. The following is a summary of what he said. In preparing for this message today, I have felt strong promptings to address the young women and young men. My beloved friends, your Heavenly Father loves you with a perfect love. But perhaps there is another way to look at it. He would teach us to open our hearts to God and reach out to others. 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. God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. It would be 28 years before it came down. Scientists have confirmed that people walk in circles when they do not have reliable clues to direct them. 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. To make this possible, He sent Jesus Christ to be your Savior. 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. It is easy to be grateful for things when life seems to be going our way. In these moments, I have listened to my beloved brothers and sisters and grieved with them over their burdens. 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. He realized that each religion had much that seemed desirable and worthy. There are many reasons for this, but may I offer a few? The message was that God lived and cared about us, even in these hours of turmoil, confusion, and chaos. This is the way it has always been and will be until the perfect day when Christ Himself reigns personally upon the earth. When I read this footnote, I had an interesting realizationeven the subheadings of a . 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). But when you earnestly seek the trutheternal, unchanging truthyour choices become much clearer. (See John 6:28.). Sometimes we assume it is because they have been offended or lazy or sinful. Amid the confusion in the world about what is right and wrong, those who earnestly seek truth eternal, unchanging truth can see much clearer. To many of us, such a standard of whole-souled commitment seems out of reach. Those burdened with sin find forgiveness, liberty, and rest. Elders SpencerW. Kimball and LeGrand Richards extended the call. There is room for you here. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorfof the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session of October 2022 general conference. Beliefs Worship with Us News About Us. Discipleship, like most things in life, can also be compared to flying an airplane. 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. And the fulness of that gospel is taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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. See 3Nephi 9:20; Doctrine and Covenants 20:37. What the Pharisees got wrong was that they thought their rules would save them. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, gestures to conferencegoers prior to the church's 192nd Annual General Conference at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Saturday, April 2, 2022. 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. I suppose the Church would be perfect only if it were run by perfect beings. This is not a gratitude of the lips but of the soul. But what then of those times when what we wish for seems to be far out of reach? I have another analogy Im sure every man, woman, and child will be able to relate to. They accepted with courage and determination the torture, humiliation, and even death that would come to them because of their testimony.12 They were not deterred from praising and serving their Lord. Elder Holland teaches what it means to take up the cross as disciples of Jesus Christ. Also President Uchtdorf doesn't speak in his native German (although he jokingly began to for a second while conducting). And I speak to all who love our young people and want them to succeed in life. Once there was a man who dreamed that he was in a great hall where all the religions of the world were gathered.

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