Category: General Conference
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Seeing More of Jesus Christ in Our Lives
I’ve had poor vision for my entire life…when I wake up in the morning the world is blurry and confusing…my first instinct when I wake up is to reach for my glasses so that I can make sense of the world around me. Her description of the Israelites at the time of Christ illustrates the…
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Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Youth
The scriptures describe a relationship with Christ of being yolked together so that you can bear any burden. This speaks to me as I sometimes feel that I have burdens beyond bearing. It’s not that I think they are literally unbearable, just that I sometimes can’t conceive of ever feeling happiness as I bear under…
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Helping the Poor and Distressed
I would not have expected nearly a billion dollars in charitable distributions last year. I would have expected tens of millions or a quarter billion. What does he want us to be learning as he shares these examples of people outside the church serving those in need? More of us should be recognizing the good…
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Conference Promises April 2022
The Power of Spiritual Momentum – Russell M. Nelson End conflicts that are raging in your heart, your home or your life. Bury any inclination to hurt others. Get on the covenant path and stay there. Discover the joy of daily repentance. Learn about God and how He works. Seek and expect miracles. End conflict…
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Now Is the Time
Yes we should learn from the past and yes we should prepare for the future but now is the time for us to use. Lack of moving forward is what got Laura bogged down for years. It is what is stalling Alyssa, Mariah, and to some extent Isaac at present. Wellington, New Zealand Brazzaville, Republic…
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Our Heartfelt All
With the recognition of the widows mite the Lord showed us how offerings are measured in His kingdom. Sometimes we mistakenly assume that balance means dividing ourselves between various priorities. Staying balanced is all about moving forward. Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is not just one of many things that we do. Consecration is…
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Come into the Fold of God
The safety and security of the sheep depend upon their willingness to come into the fold. The gift of agency is not simply the right to choose but the opportunity to choose the right. Be redeemed Be resurrected Receive Eternal life Receive the companionship of the Holy Ghost
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In Awe of Christ and His Gospel
Spiritual apathy usually begins when we think that we have already gained all the knowledge we need for salvation. Complacency is the deadly foe of all spiritual growth. Aiden Wilson Tozer Our ability to feel the Savior’s influence and love will be intensified in our lives, magnifying our faith, our desire to act righteously, and…
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Conversion Is Our Goal
It has been 3 years since we started the Come Follow Me approach to studying the scriptures in the church. The Lord works through his prophet to protect and save His people. Promises from President Nelson when Come Follow Me was introduced Your Sabbath days will be a delight. Your children will be excited to…
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Valiant Discipleship in the Latter Days
Should we live our religion at periscope depth? Perhaps the better question is “am I living my religion at periscope depth?” A god who makes no demands is the functional equivalent of a god that does not exist. Teaching the commandments of God clearly can sometimes be perceived as an act of intolerance. Zion and…