There is one thing we can do to make life sweeter, more joyful, even glorious. They came not to blame, lecture, or shame. My heart overflows with gratitude for my Heavenly Father. It requires letting some things go and letting other things grow. 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. When we see one thingloving and serving God and His children, in a hundred different waysthen we can work on those things with joy. The poor in spirit and honest of heart find great treasures of knowledge here. While the world was drowning in cynicism, bitterness, hatred, and fear, the example and teachings of these young people filled me with hope. I look back with kindness on the young man I was during my growing-up years. This is the Church of Jesus Christ. Brothers and sisters, have we not reason to be filled with gratitude, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves? 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. The best guide you can possibly have for making choices is Jesus Christ. 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. 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). I realize that He has not doomed His children to stumble through mortality without hope for a bright and eternal future. We see baptism as the starting point in our journey of discipleship. Now, for those who are avid bicyclists, comparing discipleship to riding a bike may be a helpful analogy. 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. Ten hours of people giving talks? the man wondered. However, there are some who leave the Church they once loved. Come, join with us! Elder Johnson teaches that through the Atonement of Jesus Christ we can be cleansed of our sins and imperfections. As we seek to purify our lives and look unto Christ in every thought,12 everything else begins to align. The message was that God lived and cared about us, even in these hours of turmoil, confusion, and chaos. Have you ever stopped to think how amazing it is that a huge passenger jet can actually get off the ground and fly? 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. That is your destiny. Coreyb. And how do you get enough air moving over the wings to create lift? It gave divine answers to important questions we had during these difficult times. Ronald A. Rasband . Once there was a man who dreamed that he was in a great hall where all the religions of the world were gathered. About Us. 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. Elder Stevenson teaches about what a testimony is and the importance of keeping your testimony strong and bearing it in word and deed. 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. The world works from the outside in. But somehow, here on earth, it seems more complicated than it ought to be. We have this precious record as a tangible witness of the Saviors work. In these moments, I have listened to my beloved brothers and sisters and grieved with them over their burdens. You know how best to groom yourself. It teaches you eternal truths of His restored gospeltruths about who you are, who He is, and what you can accomplish with His strength. For those who are not, dont worry. Elder Gong teaches that as we follow Gods plan for us, we will find eternal joy with our families. "Lord, I Believe" - Elder Jeffrey R. Holland. He will lead you the right way. 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.. That your potential is limitless. Yea, come unto him, and offer your whole souls as an offering unto him.2. Also President Uchtdorf doesn't speak in his native German (although he jokingly began to for a second while conducting). Others feel they are facing the end of hopethe hope of being married or bearing children or overcoming an illness. Being grateful in our circumstances is an act of faith in God. 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. "The sheep is worthy of divine rescue simply because it is loved by the Good Shepherd," President Uchtdorf said. But I see youre back to giving only two slices of bread., My dear brothers and sisters, the choice is ours. He would want you to see yourself the way He sees you. Of this I testify and bear witness in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. Would such an approach truly prepare you for a lifetime of Christlike living? Come heed the call of the gentle Christ. He will lead you the right way. Sister Browning encourages us to see our lives from a gospel perspective in order to see more of the Savior in our lives. But when you earnestly seek the trutheternal, unchanging truthyour choices become much clearer. 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. 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. In the cold of bitter sorrow, we can experience the closeness and warmth of heavens embrace. I am sure they had flaws, but not to me. How can we balance the many demands of life with our desires to offer our whole souls to the Lord? Show more Show more. He also introduces the new For the Strength of Youth guide. This is the way it has always been and will be until the perfect day when Christ Himself reigns personally upon the earth. 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. A third reason why people join the Church is because walking the path of discipleship leads to precious blessings. Commandments are opportunities to exercise our agency and to receive blessings. Uchtdorf just really spoke to my heart, both in the General Women's session . Followers 0. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints He is demonstrating increased trust in His covenant people in the latter days. See Marcus Tullius Cicero, Oratio Pro Cno Plancio, XXXIII, section 80; quoted in JosephB. Wirthlin, Live in Thanksgiving Daily, Ensign, Sept. 2001, 8. The Church has prepared a revised version of For the Strength of Youth to point young men and young women to Christ. For examples of pioneers who maintained a cheerful attitude despite intense difficulty, see AndrewD. Olsen, The Price We Paid: The Extraordinary Story of the Willie and Martin Handcart Pioneers (2006), 10, 36667. When you feel weak, Jesus Christ is your strength.. 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. He is pleading with us to increase [our] spiritual capacity to receive revelation.14 He is inviting us to hear Him.15 He is calling us to follow Him in higher and holier ways.16 And we are learning in a similar way every week in Come, Follow Me. Those who join this Church love the Savior Jesus Christ and they wish to follow Him. 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. It surpasses disappointment, discouragement, and despair. 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. How priceless are these words to us today! He emphasized the need for daily introspection and restoration as a spiritual landmark. There is an old story of a waiter who asked a customer whether he had enjoyed the meal. Everyones situation is different, and the details of each life are unique. It is difficult to develop a spirit of gratitude if our thankfulness is only proportional to the number of blessings we can count. Followers of Jesus Christ do not shame or attack others; they seek to love God and serve their neighbors. The Lord Jesus Christ spoke once again to the world. In his message directed to those of the rising generation, he reminded youth that Jesus Christ is their strength. Uchtdorf was really on-point this conference. He would know you as you are. That He actually appeared in our time to restore truth and lightHis gospel and His Church. Their Lord appeared to them and declared, Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself.11. They changed the world. 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! He would tell you that you can do this. Join with us! 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). 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. 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. If you define hypocrite as someone who fails to live up perfectly to what he or she believes, then we are all hypocrites. The doubting He would infuse with faith and courage to believe. As disciples of Christ, we are commanded to thank the Lord [our] God in all things,1 to sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving,2 and to let [our] heart be full of thanks unto God.3. What does this mean for us as disciples of Jesus Christ? This was the question the multitude asked Jesus on the banks of the Sea of Galilee. And yet, because were all weak and imperfect, some concerns might creep into your mind. President Eyring shows how his mother and the prophet Mormon encouraged their posterity to qualify for eternal life through all the trials of mortality. Knowing this, how could we ever murmur or remain embittered? That movement creates differences in air pressure that give the plane lift. But the Lord asks that we consecrate all.. It is loving and serving Gods children.13. For this I pray, and leave you my testimony and blessing, in the name of our Master, Jesus Christ, amen. 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. thou hast the words of eternal life.11. When they receive sacred priesthood ordinances and make covenants with God, they can feel His power in their lives.2 When they enter the holy temple, they sense they are in His presence. This is how we offer our whole soulsby sacrificing anything thats holding us back and consecrating the rest to the Lord and His purposes. 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. You might be surprised to find that we have yearnings and struggles and hopes similar to yours. 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. Those burdened with sin find forgiveness, liberty, and rest. 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. . And yes, we have weaknesses. Dieter F. Uchtdorf teaches that we can choose to be grateful in any circumstances, including in the midst of tribulation. When we consecrate something, we dont leave it to be consumed upon the altar. But you can manage when you know who you are, why you are here, and when you trust God. There seems to be something inside of us that resists endings. 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. He wouldnt minimize them. 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. Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is not just one of many things we do. 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. It teaches you how to make righteous choices based on those eternal truths.13. 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. For the Strength of Youth focuses on the foundation for your choices. His father was conscripted into the German Army, and his mother relocated the family to Zwickau, Germany. Doctrine and Covenants 121:45. By Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles If we want the Savior to lift us heavenward, then our commitment to Him and His gospel can't be casual or occasional. 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. 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. He realized that each religion had much that seemed desirable and worthy. Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News. This type of gratitude transcends whatever is happening around 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. It is a starting question for us as we contemplate becoming disciples of Jesus Christ. Scientists have confirmed that people walk in circles when they do not have reliable clues to direct them. Jesus Christ is the strength of youth. That is part of the plan of happiness gifted to us from our loving Heavenly Father. 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? So the problem with listing every possible do and dont isnt just that its impractical and unsustainable. Jesus Christ is our perfect example, and we strive with all the energy of our soul to follow Him. 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. 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. The diversity of persons and peoples all around the globe is a strength of this Church. Elder Morrison teaches us how the Lord strengthens us and helps us when we exercise faith in Him during difficult times. Doctrine and Covenants 78:19; emphasis added. 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). 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." You can build a joyful, happy life because Jesus Christ is your strength. It focuses on values, principles, and doctrine instead of every specific behavior. The Savior reassures us: Your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. Nothing could keep them from fulfilling their mission. Love our neighbor. Elder Eddy invites us to try the virtue of the word of God and drink deeply from the scriptures. As I pondered this question, I thought about our young American missionaries who served among us during those years. All the more reason to come! His family lost everything and had to escape for their lives. How much of life do we miss by waiting to see the rainbow before thanking God that there is rain? Dieter F. Uchtdorf Of the First Presidency January 13, 2013 If you follow the Spirit, your personal search for the truth inevitably leads you to the Lord and Savior, even Jesus Christ, for He is "the way, the truth, and the life." This may not be the most convenient way, but it will be His waythe Savior's redeeming way. We love you, President Nelson, and I encourage everyone everywhere to study and heed your words. It is contained in the gospel 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. Sometimes questions arise because we simply dont have all the information and we just need a bit more patience. Sometimes there is a difference of opinion as to what the facts really mean. But one event changed all of that. This time of bleakness after World War II left its mark upon the world. Like the widow at Jerusalem, we must offer Him our whole souls. In fact, there is not just one reason that applies to the variety of situations. Because we are made of the stuff of eternity. That is your future. Elder Uchtdorf's conference talk summary I have pondered what to say to them, and I have struggled to know how to comfort and support them in their trials. Do members of your church actually do what you have said?, That and more. You need to put your trust in Jesus Christ. You might remember mistakes youve made, times you gave in to temptation, things you wish you hadnt doneor wish you had done better. The Joyful Burden of Discipleship. "Honestly acknowledge your questions and your concerns, but first and forever fan the flame of your faith because all things are possible to them that believe.". Do you pay your people for all the work they do? the man asked. Some are facing the end of a cherished relationship, such as the death of a loved one or estrangement from a family member. 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. Some might say, I just dont fit in with you people in the Church.. Real and relatable conversations centered around the Come, Follow Me weekly lessons using the official curriculum of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In any circumstance, our sense of gratitude is nourished by the many and sacred truths we do know: that our Father has given His children the great plan of happiness; that through the Atonement of His Son, Jesus Christ, we can live forever with our loved ones; that in the end, we will have glorious, perfect, and immortal bodies, unburdened by sickness or disability; and that our tears of sadness and loss will be replaced with an abundance of happiness and joy, good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over.10, It must have been this kind of testimony that transformed the Saviors Apostles from fearful, doubting men into fearless, joyful emissaries of the Master. To sacrifice means to give something up in favor of something more valuable. He will lead you the right way. But we can choose our response. 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. To those who have separated themselves from the Church, I say, my dear friends, there is yet a place for you here. Presented by Seagull Book. He gives power to the weary; and to those who feel powerless, He increases strength. It is filled with people who desire with all their heart to keep the commandments, even if they havent mastered them yet. So the purpose of For the Strength of Youth is to point you to Him. But He works through usHis imperfect childrenand imperfect people make mistakes. Have we not reason to be filled with gratitude, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves? 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. 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. 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. When they read the holy scriptures3 and live the teachings of His prophets, they grow closer to the Savior they love so much. Why would anyone want to join such a church?, The couple smiled and said, We thought you would never ask.. We would be forever changed. You know what you want to accomplish. This may be one reason the Lord valued the widows mites more than the contribution of the wealthy. You can love and serve His children. I am also speaking to those who used to be young, even to those who cant really remember it anymore. Elder Andersen teaches that we can prepare for the Second Coming by making covenants and strengthening our commitment to the Savior. 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. But what then of those times when what we wish for seems to be far out of reach? Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, center, gives a thumbs up to a conferencegoer prior to the church's 192nd Annual General Conference at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Saturday, April 2, 2022. Rather, we put it to use in the Lords service. Dale G. Renlund President Lund describes the spiritual strength that comes from FSY conferences and teaches how youth can maintain that strength. The airplane gains no altitude sitting on the runway. My Home Donations Temple Appointments Leader and Clerk Resources Ward Directory and Map Calendar Meetinghouse Locator Notes Patriarchal Blessing All Tools. But that doesnt mean its easy.7 It requires both sacrifice and consecration. 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). In preparing for this message today, I have felt strong promptings to address the young women and young men. Faith is to hope for things which are not seen but which are true.7. To me, these young men and women were perfect. 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). To make this possible, He sent Jesus Christ to be your Savior. Change Region English. He also introduces the new For the Strength of Youth guide. 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. Bishop Causs teaches the duty we have to take care of Gods creations as stewards over them. RussellM. Nelson, Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives, Ensign or Liahona, May 2018, 96. They are part of our progress. It is a starting question for us as we contemplate becoming disciples of Jesus Christ. Those who follow this path faithfully avoid many of the pitfalls, sorrows, and regrets of life. To many of us, such a standard of whole-souled commitment seems out of reach. 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