The Saviors infinite Atonement completely changes the way we may view our transgressions and imperfections. 2010-2019. It is filled with people who desire with all their heart to keep the commandments, even if they havent mastered them yet. It teaches you eternal truths of His restored gospeltruths about who you are, who He is, and what you can accomplish with His strength. I believe He would start by expressing His deep love for you. In the cold of bitter sorrow, we can experience the closeness and warmth of heavens embrace. His father was conscripted into the German Army, and his mother relocated the family to Zwickau, Germany. 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. But how is this possible? 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. Living Life. 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. Show more Show more. Sister Browning encourages us to see our lives from a gospel perspective in order to see more of the Savior in our lives. It even takes falling down a time or two. Its a wonderful way to get some exercise while also spending time together. Ultimately, it is our desires that qualify us for the work of proclaiming the word of God (see Doctrine and Covenants 4:3). Jesus Christ is the strength of youth. 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). Balance and lift come as we press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men.5. 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). 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. There is one thing we can do to make life sweeter, more joyful, even glorious. He would remind you that 2,000 years ago He took those sins upon Himself so that you could repent. 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. 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. Isaiah 41:4 - only God is the . 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. 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. This type of gratitude transcends whatever is happening around us. See Marcus Tullius Cicero, Oratio Pro Cno Plancio, XXXIII, section 80; quoted in JosephB. Wirthlin, Live in Thanksgiving Daily, Ensign, Sept. 2001, 8. 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. He is demonstrating increased trust in His covenant people in the latter days. 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. 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. For the Strength of Youth focuses on the foundation for your choices. To make this possible, He sent Jesus Christ to be your Savior. 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? I suppose the Church would be perfect only if it were run by perfect beings. The doubting He would infuse with faith and courage to believe. Their Lord appeared to them and declared, Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself.11. It can happen to anyone. Come heed the call of the gentle Christ. 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. 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. The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ speaks of such an appearance to the people on the American continent. Rather, we put it to use in the Lords service. Put your trust in Jesus Christ. "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.". They are part of our progress. But I see youre back to giving only two slices of bread., My dear brothers and sisters, the choice is ours. None of us is quite as Christlike as we know we should be. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session of October 2022 general conference. Pres. Romans 8:17; see also Doctrine and Covenants 84:38. His family lost everything and had to escape for their lives. He realized that each religion had much that seemed desirable and worthy. It takes time. It is difficult to develop a spirit of gratitude if our thankfulness is only proportional to the number of blessings we can count. 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. Contents General conference 1994 - present First Presidency Christmas devotionals 2009 - present CES/worldwide devotionals 2009 - present But perhaps there is another way to look at it. This is the bull's-eye of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Job 36:26 - no one can know the number of God's years. They came not to blame, lecture, or shame. They are called by inspiration. The Savior would declare, in no uncertain terms, that you are a daughter or son of the Almighty God. While the world was drowning in cynicism, bitterness, hatred, and fear, the example and teachings of these young people filled me with hope. 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. Are You Sleeping through the Restoration? By David W. Smith. Elder McConkie teaches about the importance of learning about Jesus Christ and helping one another come unto Him. From that day forward, the heavens opened, and heavenly messengers descended from halls of immortal glory. No matter how strong our spiritual experiences have been in the past, as human beings we tend to wander. There are few members of the Church who, at one time or another, have not wrestled with serious or sensitive questions. If we repent, mistakes do not disqualify us. The more we learn about the gospel of Jesus Christ, the more we realize that endings here in mortality are not endings at all. Brothers and sisters, have we not reason to be filled with gratitude, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves? Truth is contained in the gospel of Jesus Christ and taught in His Church. Conflict is inevitable, but contention is a choice, Elder Uchtdorf tweeted on Sept. 24. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session ofOctober 2021 general conference. 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. It is bold in inviting you to make choices based on Christs doctrine. The new version of For the Strength of Youth is available online in 50 different languages and will also be available in print. But those who set aside the bottle of bitterness and lift instead the goblet of gratitude can find a purifying drink of healing, peace, and understanding. 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. Nothing could keep them from fulfilling their mission. God will not allow His Church to drift from its appointed course or fail to fulfill its divine destiny. 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. Struggling? That He actually appeared in our time to restore truth and lightHis gospel and His Church. And yet, because were all weak and imperfect, some concerns might creep into your mind. But that doesnt mean its easy.7 It requires both sacrifice and consecration. The search for truth has led millions of people to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But we can choose our response. The message was that God lived and cared about us, even in these hours of turmoil, confusion, and chaos. Come, join with us! Gratitude is a catalyst to all Christlike attributes! Sister Dennis teaches that we should avoid judging others and instead be compassionate and loving toward everyone. See F.F. Bosworth, Christ the Healer (1924), 23. In pain, we can glory in Christs Atonement. Specific rules or applications of those principles work well in some places but not in others. My heart overflows with gratitude for my Heavenly Father. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. Those who suffer or grieve find healing here. 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. It would be 28 years before it came down. 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. There seems to be something inside of us that resists endings. That He speaks to prophets again; that God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. Talk summary: God lives and cares about all His children, even in hours of turmoil, confusion and chaos. When the entire truth is eventually known, things that didnt make sense to us before will be resolved to our satisfaction. 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. Show more Show more He Will Place You on His. Important temporal and spiritual choices should not only be based on personal preference or what is convenient or popular.23 The Lord is not saying, Do whatever you want., He is saying, Live in a holier, higher, more mature way., He is saying, Keep my commandments.. All of His commandments are given to make blessings available to us. Brothers and sisters, dear friends, we need your unique talents and perspectives. This objective must remain constant and consistent, whoever we are and whatever else is happening in our lives.3. He would tell you that you can do this. I invite you to pray, he said, to identify the debris you should remove from your life so you can become more worthy (Welcome Message, Liahona, May 2021, 7). Those who join this Church love the Savior Jesus Christ and they wish to follow Him. Elder Sitati teaches how we can develop attributes that help us become better disciples of Christ. As Latter-day Saints, we are often known for what we do and dont doour behaviors. Elder Uchtdorf teaches that Jesus Christ is the best guide for making choices. 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. We will all become better as a result. This is how we offer our whole soulsby sacrificing anything thats holding us back and consecrating the rest to the Lord and His purposes. They who wait upon the Lord will be renewed by His strength.12. It blooms just as beautifully in the icy landscape of winter as it does in the pleasant warmth of summer. 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. When you have questions, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best answer. Callings Volunteer and Serve Temples Family History. 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 This time of bleakness after World War II left its mark upon the world. This new guide is subtitled A Guide for Making Choices and focuses on values, principles and doctrine rather than specific behavior. 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. President Dieter F. Uchtdorf's Women's Session General Conference talk is entitled, "Three Sisters" in which he discusses three basic attitudes we might use to approach life. 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. But you can love and serve God. 15 of 27. You need to know the whys and the hows and then consider the consequences of your choices. And, to be perfectly frank, there have been times when members or leaders in the Church have simply made mistakes. And I speak to all who love our young people and want them to succeed in life. There may have been things said or done that were not in harmony with our values, principles, or doctrine. The recounting of his youth, and the chaotic wartimes of East Germany - impressed the depth of his trials upon us. In a way, this is what the Pharisees of Jesuss day tried to do. True gratitude is an expression of hope and testimony. To be very clear, the best guide you can possibly have for making choices is Jesus Christ. "The sheep is worthy of divine rescue simply because it is loved by the Good Shepherd," President Uchtdorf said. It takes practice. Once there was a man who dreamed that he was in a great hall where all the religions of the world were gathered. The airplane gains no altitude sitting on the runway. Being grateful in our circumstances is an act of faith in God. A thankful heart is the parent of all virtues.16, The Lord has given us His promise that those who [receive] all things with thankfulness shall be made glorious; and the things of this earth shall be added unto [them], even an hundred fold, yea, more.17. In grief, we can still lift up our hearts in praise. 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. He will lead you the right way. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But what then of those times when what we wish for seems to be far out of reach? When he was at the height of his professional career as a heart surgeon, he was called as stake president. When you have important choices to make, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best choice. It doesnt give you a yes or no about every choice you might ever face. These two laws are similar but not identical. Take up your cross and follow Him.12. Love our neighbor. It doesnt make decisions for you. In our daily life it is our paramount task and blessed opportunity to encounter God. The Church of Jesus Christ seems to attract the kind and the caring, the honest and the industrious. The following is a summary of what he said. 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. They willingly gave of their young lives without thought of earthly gain, wanting only to help others find the joy and peace they had experienced. Of course not. My dear brothers and sisters and my dear friends, there will be times when you wish you could do more. The Costand Blessingsof Discipleship. Those who follow this path faithfully avoid many of the pitfalls, sorrows, and regrets of life. 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). We would be forever changed. Invitations President Nelson has given since he became President of the Church By Sydney Walker President Lund describes the spiritual strength that comes from FSY conferences and teaches how youth can maintain that strength. 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. We seek to love God and serve our neighbors. Come, join with us! Commandments are opportunities to exercise our agency and to receive blessings. I am also speaking to those who used to be young, even to those who cant really remember it anymore. He emphasized the need for daily introspection and restoration as a spiritual landmark. I bear witness that our Heavenly Father lives, that Jesus Christ leads His Church, that President RussellM. Nelson is His prophet. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Subscribe for free and get daily or weekly updates straight to your inbox, The three things you need to know everyday, Highlights from the last week to keep you informed. The Savior answers, Whosoever will thrust in his sickle and reap, the same is called of God (Doctrine and Covenants 11:4). The process of caring for others allows both rich and poor a way toward refining their characters and leads them both toward exaltation (see Doctrine and Covenants 104:1518). With our heart and soul we yearn to become better with the help of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Ronald A. Rasband . President Ezra Taft Benson taught a similar truth: The Lord works from the inside out. It will be a significant help for making choices in your life. When I read this footnote, I had an interesting realizationeven the subheadings of a . It teaches you how to make righteous choices based on those eternal truths.13. What does this mean for us as disciples of Jesus Christ? After explaining that he has often wondered what Jesus would teach if He was among us today, Elder Uchtdorf listed a few timeless truths taught by the Savior including, "He teaches us to love one another and to be 'full of charity towards all men.'" Without landmarks, it is human nature to drift off course. Jesus taught that our offering may be large or it may be small, but either way, it must be our heartfelt all. 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. I often have wondered, What would Jesus teach and do if He were among us today? 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. 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. Uchtdorf was really on-point this conference. They bore the strain and suffering as best they could. Joy or misery? The following is a summary of what he said. That is your future. 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. 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. 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. But He works through usHis imperfect childrenand imperfect people make mistakes. He would know you as you are. It is a gratitude that heals the heart and expands the mind. May we live in thanksgiving daily18especially during the seemingly unexplainable endings that are part of mortality. But when you earnestly seek the trutheternal, unchanging truthyour choices become much clearer. All rights reserved. Elder Uchtdorf posted on Facebook on Aug. 11 about the 60-year anniversary of the beginning of construction on the Berlin Wall. 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? In the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles speaks during the Sunday afternoon session of the 192nd Annual General Conference held in the Conference Center on April 3, 2022. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 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. And your efforts are purifying your heart and preparing you for a glorious future. Another reason a principle-based approach is needed today is the increasing cultural diversity of the Lords Church. 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. 9. Coreyb. True, it is important to frequently count our blessingsand anyone who has tried this knows there are manybut I dont believe the Lord expects us to be less thankful in times of trial than in times of abundance and ease. Sooner or later, I believe that all of us experience times when the very fabric of our world tears at the seams, leaving us feeling alone, frustrated, and adrift. 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. Pres. Saturday Morning Session. Another reason is because the Church provides opportunities for doing good. Tragic things. Staying balanced is all about moving forward. Yea, come unto him, and offer your whole souls as an offering unto him.2. 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. Suppose Jesus came to your ward, to your branch, or to your home today. In preparing for this message today, I have felt strong promptings to address the young women and young men. And get pedaling. Many years ago, President BoydK. Packer spoke these powerful words: True doctrine, understood, changes attitudes and behavior. Do we need any greater reason to let our hearts be full of thanks unto God?14, Have we not great reason to rejoice?15, How blessed we are if we recognize Gods handiwork in the marvelous tapestry of life. Focus on your destination. Transformed by the profound realization that, indeed, God is among us. For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, general conference will be open to the public. 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! But some might say, What do I have to be grateful for when my world is falling apart?. To sacrifice means to give something up in favor of something more valuable. Matthew 14:27; John 16:33; Doctrine and Covenants 61:36; 68:6; 78:18. The fear must have been oppressive, consuming their hours and dampening their hope. Similar principles apply when it comes to finding balance in our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. He will lead you the right way. We are eternal beings, children of the Almighty God, whose name is Endless13 and who promises eternal blessings without number. His message was and is a message of hope and belonginga testimony that God our Heavenly Father has not abandoned His children. But if you seek the pure doctrine of Christ, the word of God which healeth the wounded soul,9 and the sanctifying influence of the Holy Ghost, then here you will find them. 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. (See John 6:28 .) Elder Dieter F. 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