For here you will find what is precious beyond price. Through His prophets, the Lord has been guiding His people in that direction, to increase their spiritual capacity and follow Him in higher and holier ways. Bishop Causs teaches the duty we have to take care of Gods creations as stewards over them. It focuses on values, principles, and doctrine instead of every specific behavior. They want to roll up their sleeves and become engaged in this great cause. He is demonstrating increased trust in His covenant people in the latter days. Ultimately, it is our desires that qualify us for the work of proclaiming the word of God (see Doctrine and Covenants 4:3). 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 seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.6. . Of this I testify and bear witness in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. When you have questions, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best answer. Pres. President Nelson affirms the Lords teachings about abuse and testifies that God is the source of all truth. No matter how strong our spiritual experiences have been in the past, as human beings we tend to wander. 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. But I see youre back to giving only two slices of bread., My dear brothers and sisters, the choice is ours. And yes, we have weaknesses. With that understanding, I no longer needed lists of dos and donts. When the entire truth is eventually known, things that didnt make sense to us before will be resolved to our satisfaction. 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. 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). Clearly, the Lord is building our spiritual capacity. But we are all invited to consecrate our lives to Him. 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. First, this Church was restored in our day by Jesus Christ Himself. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. And the fulness of that gospel is taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Lord, through His prophets, has always been guiding us in that direction. 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). 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. President Ezra Taft Benson taught a similar truth: The Lord works from the inside out. Followers of Jesus Christ do not shame or attack others; they seek to love God and serve their neighbors. Nothing could keep them from fulfilling their mission. Elder Uchtdorf's conference talk is delightful and promises a memorable discussion for your group. Experts were able to repair most of the statue, but the hands had been damaged so severely that they could not be restored. 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. Faith is to hope for things which are not seen but which are true.7. He has provided instructions that reveal the way back to Him. That is your choice! 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. It was an anxious time for me, but it must have been terrifying for my beloved parents. The answer is forward thrust. Inspiration Life Help. Puzzling things. 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). 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. Contents. We can choose to be like the Prophet Joseph Smith, who, while a prisoner in miserable conditions in Liberty Jail, penned these inspired words: Dearly beloved brethren, let us cheerfully do all things that lie in our power; and then may we stand still, with the utmost assurance, to see the salvation of God, and for his arm to be revealed.7. This is how we offer our whole soulsby sacrificing anything thats holding us back and consecrating the rest to the Lord and His purposes. See 3Nephi 9:20; Doctrine and Covenants 20:37. Sister Browning encourages us to see our lives from a gospel perspective in order to see more of the Savior in our lives. Romans 8:17; see also Doctrine and Covenants 84:38. This takes steady effort. Anciently, Gods people sacrificed the firstlings of their flocks in honor of the coming Messiah. Elders SpencerW. Kimball and LeGrand Richards extended the call. Our Heartfelt All | Dieter F. Uchtdorf | April 2022 General Conference General Conference 425K subscribers Subscribe 2.2K 101K views 10 months ago Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks at the. For over 50 years, For the Strength of Youth has been a guide for generations of Latter-day Saint youth. Knock, and it will be opened unto you.28 Trust the Lord.29. It doesnt make decisions for you. 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. Sister Dennis teaches that we should avoid judging others and instead be compassionate and loving toward everyone. Amid the confusion in the world about what is right and wrong, those who earnestly seek truth eternal, unchanging truth can see much clearer. Contents General conference 1994 - present First Presidency Christmas devotionals 2009 - present CES/worldwide devotionals 2009 - present Elder Uchtdorf teaches that Jesus Christ is the best guide for making choices. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Come and add your talents, gifts, and energies to ours. When we consecrate something, we dont leave it to be consumed upon the altar. Elder Gong teaches that as we follow Gods plan for us, we will find eternal joy with our families. 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. a revised version of For the Strength of Youth, Church releases revised For the Strength of Youth guide based on principles, agency, See the full text of Elder Uchtdorfs talk: Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Youth, pilot, captain and corporate executive for the German airline Lufthansa, Elder Uchtdorf, a former refugee, promises Ukrainian refugees in Poland: You are not alone, 2022 Sharing the Gospel broadcast: Invitations from Elder Bednar, Elder Uchtdorf, Elder Cook to love, share, invite, Elder Uchtdorf offers apostolic assurance to FSY participants in Seattle: Your strength is the Savior, Elder Uchtdorf visits Navajo community where the Church is helping bring electricity and water, Elder Uchtdorfs general conference addresses, Read more October 2022 general conference coverage, He met his wife, Sister Harriet Reich Uchtdorf, in their teens while attending a branch in Frankfurt, Germany, soon after she and her family joined the Church. The airplane gains no altitude sitting on the runway. Rather, we put it to use in the Lords service. I realize that He has not doomed His children to stumble through mortality without hope for a bright and eternal future. 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. It doesnt give you a yes or no about every choice you might ever face. The following is a summary of what he said. I suppose the guide could give you long lists of clothes you shouldnt wear, words you shouldnt say, and movies you shouldnt watch. He realized that each religion had much that seemed desirable and worthy. Before I reached my 12th birthday, our family had been forced twice to flee our home and start over amid the chaos, fear, and uncertainties caused by war and political division. I have pondered what to say to them, and I have struggled to know how to comfort and support them in their trials. 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. The recounting of his youth, and the chaotic wartimes of East Germany - impressed the depth of his trials upon us. This time of bleakness after World War II left its mark upon the world. Come, join with us! I am also speaking to those who used to be young, even to those who cant really remember it anymore. You might remember mistakes youve made, times you gave in to temptation, things you wish you hadnt doneor wish you had done better. If these are your desires, then regardless of your circumstances, your personal history, or the strength of your testimony, there is room for you in this Church. He would know your hearts desires. 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 At the heart of Gods plan of happiness is the power to choose. I extend to you my love and blessing at this joyful Easter season. It is filled with people who desire with all their heart to keep the commandments, even if they havent mastered them yet. He would know you as you are. Life no longer feels like a long list of separate efforts held in tenuous balance. Eternal life or spiritual death?8. Elder Uchtdorf posted on Facebook on Aug. 11 about the 60-year anniversary of the beginning of construction on the Berlin Wall. He will lead you the right way. He would recognize and honor honesty, humility, integrity, faithfulness, compassion, and charity. Its a wonderful way to get some exercise while also spending time together. Outward appearances would lose their importance. 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. They are part of our progress. 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). Presented by Seagull Book. 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. Multicultural Conference Multicultural Conference. Your Heavenly Father is the most glorious being in the universe, full of love, joy, purity, holiness, light, grace, and truth. 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. 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. Posted April 5, 2015. To you, my dear brothers and sisters, my dear friends, and to all who are searching for answers, truth, and happiness, I do offer the same counsel: keep searching with faith and patience.27, Ask, and you will receive. 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. In our daily life it is our paramount task and blessed opportunity to encounter God. However, there are some who leave the Church they once loved. Another reason a principle-based approach is needed today is the increasing cultural diversity of the Lords Church. 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. 15 of 27. Jesus Christ is the strength of youth. The world would shape human behavior, but Christ can change human nature (Born of God, Ensign, Nov. 1985, 6). These two laws are similar but not identical. He also introduces the new For the Strength of Youth guide. The following is a summary of what he said. The world works from the outside in. Its the purpose behind His great plan of happiness, His Church, His priesthood, the scripturesall of it. Its also important to know what For the Strength of Youth does not do. Show more Show more He Will Place You on His. Yea, come unto him, and offer your whole souls as an offering unto him.2. Transformed by the profound realization that, indeed, God is among us. The fear must have been oppressive, consuming their hours and dampening their hope. The diversity of persons and peoples all around the globe is a strength of this Church. It can happen to anyone. Truth is contained in the gospel of Jesus Christ and taught in His Church. When we look at our lives and see a hundred things to do, we feel overwhelmed. When you have questions, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best answer. But some might say, What do I have to be grateful for when my world is falling apart?. Perhaps focusing on what we are grateful for is the wrong approach. 10. 9. My Home Donations Temple Appointments Leader and Clerk Resources Ward Directory and Map Calendar Meetinghouse Locator Notes Patriarchal Blessing All Tools. So the purpose of For the Strength of Youth is to point you to Him. Are You Sleeping through the Restoration? 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. But it is wrong to focus only on rules instead of focusing on the Savior. 2010-2019. Your loving Father in Heaven knows your heart. He would want you to see yourself the way He sees you. Do members of your church actually do what you have said?, That and more. As I pondered this question, I thought about our young American missionaries who served among us during those years. The Savior is the motivating power behind all that we do. gave his talk in English. It is unfortunate that some have stumbled because of mistakes made by men. Check out these four great LDS conference talks on hope. After the Resurrection, Jesus Christ fulfilled His promise to visit His other sheep.13. This principle is echoed in the plea of the Book of Mormon prophet Amaleki: Come unto Christ, who is the Holy One of Israel, and partake of his salvation, and the power of his redemption. Endings are not our destiny. 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. 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. They came not to blame, lecture, or shame. 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. Keeping Covenants Protects Us, Prepares Us, and Empowers Us, Wanted: Hands and Hearts to Hasten the Work. God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. Elder Silva describes his conversion experience and encourages young men and young women to serve missions. You can build a joyful, happy life because Jesus Christ is your strength. If you are tempted to give up: Stay yet a little longer. To sacrifice means to give something up in favor of something more valuable. There is an old story of a waiter who asked a customer whether he had enjoyed the meal. We sometimes think that being grateful is what we do after our problems are solved, but how terribly shortsighted that is. See Luke 9:35; Joseph SmithHistory 1:17. With our heart and soul we yearn to become better with the help of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. 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. For those who are not, dont worry. There may have been things said or done that were not in harmony with our values, principles, or doctrine. 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). You know what you want to accomplish. 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. In the cold of bitter sorrow, we can experience the closeness and warmth of heavens embrace. What does this mean for us as disciples of Jesus Christ? And yet, because were all weak and imperfect, some concerns might creep into your mind. But our common, overall objective is to follow the Way of our Master, Jesus Christ, and return to the presence of our beloved Father in Heaven. 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. Those who follow this path faithfully avoid many of the pitfalls, sorrows, and regrets of life. All rights reserved. Being grateful in our circumstances is an act of faith in God. 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. I believe He would start by expressing His deep love for you. It is difficult to develop a spirit of gratitude if our thankfulness is only proportional to the number of blessings we can count. Because we have no paid local clergy in our worldwide congregations, our members perform the work of ministry themselves. Could I suggest that we see gratitude as a disposition, a way of life that stands independent of our current situation? 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. Put your trust in Jesus Christ. He teaches us to lay aside the things of this world, and seek for the things of a better.23, He urges us to seek joy, enlightenment, peace, truth, happiness,24 and the promise of immortality and eternal life.25. Doctrine and Covenants 78:19; emphasis added. It has been updated and refreshed to better cope with the challenges and temptations of our day. We seek to love God and serve our neighbors. We do not shame or attack others. The Joyful Burden of Discipleship. Coreyb. No one is immune. The scriptures say that, to God, our sacrifices are more sacred than our accomplishments (see Doctrine and Covenants 117:13). My dear young friends, if the Savior were here right now, what would He say to you? Worldwide - English. Often their grief is caused by what seems to them as an ending. Like the widow at Jerusalem, we must offer Him our whole souls. We are already stretched so thin. When we are grateful to God in our circumstances, we can experience gentle peace in the midst of tribulation. It teaches you how to make righteous choices based on those eternal truths.13. 223. Actually, it is not that simple. You do not need to see the Savior, as the Apostles did, to experience the same transformation. In a way, this is what the Pharisees of Jesuss day tried to do. In pain, we can glory in Christs Atonement. Elder Olsen teaches that the answer to our challenges and questions is Jesus Christ. Elder Pino suggests four habits to help members of the Church stay on the covenant path. God will not allow His Church to drift from its appointed course or fail to fulfill its divine destiny. 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. He gives power to the weary; and to those who feel powerless, He increases strength. Confidence, peace, safety, happiness and belonging can be found in Jesus Christ, His gospel and His Church. Struggling? 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. His message was and is a message of hope and belonginga testimony that God our Heavenly Father has not abandoned His children. 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. But when you earnestly seek the trutheternal, unchanging truthyour choices become much clearer. The Savior answers, Whosoever will thrust in his sickle and reap, the same is called of God (Doctrine and Covenants 11:4). We can choose to be grateful, no matter what. My wife, Harriet, and I love to go bicycle riding together. Gratitude is a catalyst to all Christlike attributes! My sins will not only be forgiven; they will not even be remembered. "Our Heavenly Father asks that we represent Him in the noble work of reaching out and blessing the lives of His children. For this I pray, and leave you my testimony and blessing, in the name of our Master, Jesus Christ, amen. 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. Light and knowledge poured forth from the celestial throne. May we ever and constantly raise our voices and show by word and deed our gratitude to our Father in Heaven and to His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ. Bad things still happen. True gratitude is an expression of hope and testimony. 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. Elder Cook teaches about the importance of gaining our own testimonies of Jesus Christ, repenting of our sins, and staying true to God and His work. As Latter-day Saints, we are often known for what we do and dont doour behaviors. Staying balanced is all about moving forward. For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, general conference will be open to the public. 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. My beloved friends, your Heavenly Father loves you with a perfect love. After the meal, the man looked up and said, Good as always. He wouldnt minimize them. 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. Need some inspiration to lift your soul? And, to be perfectly frank, there have been times when members or leaders in the Church have simply made mistakes. 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. But we can choose our response. 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? The Church is designed to nourish the imperfect, the struggling, and the exhausted. Throughout the ages, God has spoken through His servants, the prophets. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks at the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on October 2-3, 2021. A question that creates doubt in some can, after careful investigation, build faith in others. 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. When you have important choices to make, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best 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. Doctrine and Covenants 121:45. Some might say, I dont think I could live up to your standards.. They changed the world. 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. He would see right into your heart. But you can manage when you know who you are, why you are here, and when you trust God. Your background or upbringing might seem different from what you perceive in many Latter-day Saints, but that could be a blessing. When you feel weak, Jesus Christ is your strength. And I would ask him to invite Jesus Christ into his life, for God is among us! In the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. How priceless are these words to us today! Focus on your destination. He is your strength.20, For the Strength of Youth is bold in declaring the doctrine of Jesus Christ. In essence, he's called God a liar. Regardless of your circumstances, your personal history, or the strength of your testimony, there is room for you in this Church. I testify that here you will find the words of eternal life, the promise of blessed redemption, and the pathway to peace and happiness. Elder Morrison teaches us how the Lord strengthens us and helps us when we exercise faith in Him during difficult times. You can love and serve His children. It means that if we want to find balance in life, and if we want the Savior to lift us heavenward, then our commitment to Him and His gospel cant be casual or occasional. 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. It teaches you eternal truths of His restored gospeltruths about who you are, who He is, and what you can accomplish with His strength. Tomorrow the Lord Will Do Wonders among You 6 years ago Overcome the World and Find. If you define hypocrite as someone who fails to live up perfectly to what he or she believes, then we are all hypocrites. 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. My mother and father shared little about this burden with us four children. 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. They apply to people of every age and in any circumstance. 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. 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. Elder Uchtdorf's conference talk summary 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.

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