by Elder Gary E. Stevenson
It all comes back to basics. Here we are, living in a time when even the ‘very elect’ (JS-Mat 1:22) can be deceived. So, how do we combat it? Basics. Continue reading
LDS General Conference Talks
General Conference thoughts: Then Jesus Beholding Him Loved Him
by Elder S. Mark Palmer
Another insight of the scripture that has had a profound impact on my life. The request by the Savior to the rich young ruler helped me decide to serve a mission. What was I willing to give? Was I willing to sacrifice anything? So I went. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: The Voice of Warning
by Elder D. Todd Christofferson
Warning: cautionary advice (per Google) Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: Perfect Love Casteth Out Fear
by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Back when I was a regular journal writer, in a decade known as the ’90’s, I used to sign off every night with the goal “Love not Fear.” I have long since recognized my tendency to let fear govern my actions instead of love. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: The Godhead and the Plan of Salvation
by Elder Dallin H. Oaks
Continuing with one of the prominent themes of conference (at least for me anyway), Elder Oaks ties in the Plan of Salvation with the knowledge of God the Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: Whatsoever He Saith unto You, Do It
by Elder L. Whitney Clayton
I like being able to see scripture stories and the people in them in a different light. There is no doubt Mary, wife of Joseph, was a good person. She is a person to emulate. But to have the extra insight helps to recognize her special talents. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: Let the Holy Spirit Guide
by Elder Ronald A. Rasband
A much needed tutorial about the Spirit. There seems to be one or two of these every conference because they are needed. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: Don’t Look Around, Look Up!
by Elder Yoon Hwan Choi
If we are looking down, what do we see? The ground? Our feet? A limited view.
When we lift our eyes and look up, what do we see? Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: A Sin-Resistant Generation
by Joy D. Jones
When I look at my grand-nieces and nephews I always wonder who they will become in this world. What challenges will they face? What obstacles will they have to overcome? Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: The Power of the Book of Mormon
by President Thomas S. Monson
If you knew you couldn’t say much, would that affect the words you choose to say? Continue reading
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