1 Nephi 16–22 — Come Follow Me

Ministering—“That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You” Ministering—“That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You”

Kristin M. Yee April 2026

As we minister in faith, we do not go alone.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/14yee?lang=eng&id=p_usaoL#p_usaoL

Jesus Christ Is Not Our Burden; He Is Our Relief Jesus Christ Is Not Our Burden; He Is Our Relief

David J. Wunderli April 2026

Let us allow the Savior to ease our burdens—allow Him to help remove the rocks of addiction and the weight of our sorrows.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/26wunderli?lang=eng&id=p_dNMq0#p_dNMq0

Love All; Love Each Love All; Love Each

Gérald Caussé April 2026

While studying scriptures in English, I noticed dozens of verses in which the words all and each (or every) appear together.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/27causse?lang=eng&id=p_zknqu#p_zknqu

No One Sits Alone No One Sits Alone

Gerrit W. Gong October 2025

In 1 Nephi 19, we read: “Even the very God of Israel do [they] trample under their feet; … they set him at naught.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/25gong?lang=eng&id=p_mRbru#p_mRbru

And Now I See And Now I See

Jeffrey R. Holland October 2025

Another truth that is evident here are the instruments the Creator of heaven and earth and all that in them are used to provide this miracle: spit and a handful of dirt!

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/41holland?lang=eng&id=p_kKnkt#p_kKnkt

The Book of Mormon—an Immeasurable Treasure on Our Journey The Book of Mormon—an Immeasurable Treasure on Our Journey

Ozani Farias October 2025

The Book of Mormon has the power to answer questions of our souls.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/57farias?lang=eng&id=p_hrHMo#p_hrHMo

Thou Art the Christ Thou Art the Christ

Amy A. Wright April 2025

When we tell our children we love them, are we also telling them that their Father in Heaven and Savior Jesus Christ love them?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/32wright?lang=eng&id=p_qcUr7#p_qcUr7

Harden Not Your Heart Harden Not Your Heart

Christopher H. Kim April 2025

The Korean translation of “hardness” in the Book of Mormon is 완악 (Wan-Aak: 頑惡).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/54kim?lang=eng&id=p_zO20E#p_zO20E

Receive His Gift Receive His Gift

Patrick Kearon April 2025

I would like to talk about one all-encompassing gift of eternal truth that underpins our ability to receive all else our Father desires to endow us with—a vital gift of knowledge that, when fully accepted and received deep in the soul, contextualises the joys and hardships of life and our unanswered questions: It is that we really are God’s children.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/55kearon?lang=eng&id=p_jxeTo#p_jxeTo

In the Space of Not Many Years In the Space of Not Many Years

David A. Bednar October 2024

If, however, you or I believe we could be afflicted with and by pride, then we consistently will do the small and simple things that will protect and help us become “as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon [us].” “Blessed are they who humble themselves without being compelled to be humble.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/35bednar?lang=eng&id=p_cDoDN#p_cDoDN

Pray, He Is There Pray, He Is There

Susan H. Porter April 2024

Nephi made a new bow and asked his father, Lehi, where he could go to get food.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/42porter?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

Paul B. Pieper April 2024

The Book of Mormon teaches the pattern God uses to stretch us in order to build strong relationships with us.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/44pieper?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ

Brian K. Taylor April 2024

And one day He will compassionately declare, “Behold, I have refined thee, I have chosen thee in the furnace of affliction.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/46taylor?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

Call, Don’t Fall Call, Don’t Fall

Taylor G. Godoy April 2024

This sometimes leads to anxiety, sadness, or disappointment.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/52godoy?lang=eng&id=p41#p41

Humble to Accept and Follow Humble to Accept and Follow

Joni L. Koch October 2023

These are simple but powerful instructions.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/32koch?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Safely Gathered Home Safely Gathered Home

Quentin L. Cook April 2023

President Nelson has taught, “The Book of Mormon came forth as a sign that the Lord had commenced to gather [the] children of the covenant.” Thus, the Book of Mormon, translated by the Prophet Joseph Smith through the gift and power of God, is directed to Lehi’s descendants, scattered Israel, and Gentiles who are adopted into the tribes of Israel.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/15cook?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

A Living Prophet for the Latter Days A Living Prophet for the Latter Days

Allen D. Haynie April 2023

Current conditions in the world have caused some to panic.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/16haynie?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents

Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2023

Your efforts may seem small compared to the loud voices your children hear in the world.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/29uchtdorf?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

The Eternal Principle of Love The Eternal Principle of Love

Hugo Montoya October 2022

Nephi’s fine steel bow was broken.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/16montoya?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

This Day This Day

Ronald A. Rasband October 2022

I hold in my hand a copy of the Book of Mormon.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/17rasband?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

The Doctrine of Belonging The Doctrine of Belonging

D. Todd Christofferson October 2022

As the long-prophesied latter-day gathering of the Lord’s covenant people gains momentum, the Church will truly be composed of members from every nation, kindred, tongue, and people.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/28christofferson?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Wholehearted Wholehearted

Michelle D. Craig October 2022

The scriptures are filled with examples of men and women, disciples of Christ, who, when facing the impossible, simply acted—who got up in faith and walked.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/32craig?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

Happy and Forever Happy and Forever

Gerrit W. Gong October 2022

The Lord, who sees and understands perfectly, forgives whom He will; we (being imperfect) are to forgive all.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/43gong?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

The Savior’s Abiding Compassion The Savior’s Abiding Compassion

Ulisses Soares October 2021

As do many other events during Jesus’s earthly ministry, this account demonstrates once more that the Savior acted compassionately toward all who would come unto Him—without distinction—and most especially toward those who most needed His help.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/14soares?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Favored of the Lord in All My Days Favored of the Lord in All My Days

Moisés Villanueva October 2021

As his family was crossing the ocean on the way to the promised land, some of Nephi’s family “began to make themselves merry,” speak harshly, and forget that it was the Lord’s power that had preserved them.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/28villanueva?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Deepening Our Conversion to Jesus Christ Deepening Our Conversion to Jesus Christ

Arnulfo Valenzuela October 2021

The scriptures reveal God’s will for us, much as the Liahona did for Nephi and his father.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/34valenzuela?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation

Russell M. Nelson October 2021

Temple ordinances and covenants are ancient.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/47nelson?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Facing Our Spiritual Hurricanes by Believing in Christ Facing Our Spiritual Hurricanes by Believing in Christ

Sean Douglas October 2021

Brothers and sisters, may we choose today to “doubt not, but be believing.” “The right way is to believe in Christ.” We are “graven … upon the palms of [His] hands.” He is our Savior and Redeemer, who stands at our very door and knocks.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/55douglas?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Infuriating Unfairness Infuriating Unfairness

Dale G. Renlund April 2021

Scripture records that ancient Israelites complained that God was treating them unfairly.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/25renlund?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

God Loves His Children God Loves His Children

Taniela B. Wakolo April 2021

A verse from the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ powerfully describes the Savior’s perfect love: “And the world, because of their iniquity, shall judge him to be a thing of naught; … they scourge him, … they smite him, … they spit upon him, and he suffereth it, because of his loving kindness and his long-suffering towards the children of men” (1 Nephi 19:9).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/46wakolo?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues

Gerrit W. Gong October 2020

Our 2020 bicentennial proclamation begins with the profoundly inclusive promise that “God loves His children in every nation of the world.” To each of us in every nation, kindred, tongue, and people, God promises, covenants, and invites us to come partake of His abundant joy and goodness.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/10/24gong?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Let God Prevail Let God Prevail

Russell M. Nelson October 2020

Now, how does the Lord feel about people who will let God prevail?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/10/46nelson?lang=eng&id=p32#p32

The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon

Ulisses Soares April 2020

The coming forth of the Book of Mormon began long before Joseph Smith received the gold plates from the hands of the angel Moroni.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/23soares?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Hear Him Hear Him

Russell M. Nelson April 2020

The Book of Mormon chronicles the classic rise and fall of two major civilizations.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/45nelson?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

The Joy of the Saints The Joy of the Saints

D. Todd Christofferson October 2019

Similarly, the joy “set before us” is the joy of assisting the Savior in His work of redemption.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/14christofferson?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Spiritual Capacity Spiritual Capacity

Michelle Craig October 2019

Nephi, the brother of Jared, and even Moses all had a large body of water to cross—and each did it differently.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/15craig?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Consistent and Resilient Trust Consistent and Resilient Trust

L. Todd Budge October 2019

The journey was not easy for the Jaredites.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/27budge?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

Honoring His Name Honoring His Name

Lisa L. Harkness October 2019

“Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/32harkness?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

Feasting upon the Words of Christ Feasting upon the Words of Christ

Takashi Wada April 2019

When we feast, we will also likely find that the amount or kind of food we have may not matter if our hearts are filled with gratitude.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/26wada?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Abound with Blessings Abound with Blessings

Dale G. Renlund April 2019

Consider what happened when fiery, flying serpents came among the ancient Israelites on their way to the promised land.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/41renlund?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

Preparing for the Lord’s Return Preparing for the Lord’s Return

D. Todd Christofferson April 2019

While we strive to be diligent in building up Zion, including our part in the gathering of the Lord’s elect and the redemption of the dead, we should pause to remember that it is the Lord’s work and He is doing it.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/44christofferson?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

Good Shepherd, Lamb of God Good Shepherd, Lamb of God

Gerrit W. Gong April 2019

Our Savior reaches out to the one and to the ninety-and-nine, often at the same time.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/53gong?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection

Ronald A. Rasband April 2019

Satan is a subtle snake, sneaking into our minds and hearts when we have let our guard down, faced a disappointment, or lost hope.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/56rasband?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice

M. Joseph Brough October 2018

The Savior faced hard things: “The world … shall judge him to be a thing of naught; wherefore they scourge him, and he suffereth it; and they smite him, and he suffereth it.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/lift-up-your-head-and-rejoice?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

Firm and Steadfast in the Faith of Christ Firm and Steadfast in the Faith of Christ

D. Todd Christofferson October 2018

It is challenging but vital to remain firm and steadfast when we find ourselves being refined “in the furnace of affliction,” something that comes soon or late to all of us in mortality.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/firm-and-steadfast-in-the-faith-of-christ?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

Becoming a Shepherd Becoming a Shepherd

Bonnie H. Cordon October 2018

Sisters and brothers, each of you matter.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/becoming-a-shepherd?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

The Correct Name of the Church The Correct Name of the Church

Russell M. Nelson October 2018

If this were a discussion about branding a man-made organization, those arguments might prevail.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/the-correct-name-of-the-church?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

Shepherding Souls Shepherding Souls

Gary E. Stevenson October 2018

The prophet Nephi likewise taught that Jesus “shall feed his sheep, and in him they shall find pasture.” I find abiding peace in knowing that “the Lord is my shepherd” and that each of us is known by Him and under His care.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/shepherding-souls?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Small and Simple Things Small and Simple Things

Dallin H. Oaks April 2018

After reciting a seemingly small event that had great consequences, Nephi wrote, “And thus we see that by small means the Lord can bring about great things” (1 Nephi 16:29).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/04/small-and-simple-things?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

The Plan and the Proclamation The Plan and the Proclamation

Dallin H. Oaks October 2017

The Book of Mormon often uses this image of the opposition of “the world.” Nephi prophesied the ultimate destruction of “those who are built up to become popular in the eyes of the world, and those who seek … the things of the world” (1 Nephi 22:23; see also 2 Nephi 9:30).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/the-plan-and-the-proclamation?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

Turn to the Lord Turn to the Lord

W. Christopher Waddell October 2017

The sad irony is that, too often, those most in need turn away from their one perfect source of help—our Savior, Jesus Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/turn-to-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

The Beauty of Holiness The Beauty of Holiness

Carol F. McConkie April 2017

We are daughters of Heavenly Father, and each of us has a divine heritage of holiness.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/04/the-beauty-of-holiness?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Let the Holy Spirit Guide Let the Holy Spirit Guide

Ronald A. Rasband April 2017

President Monson has taught, “As we pursue the journey of life, let us learn the language of the Spirit.” The Spirit speaks words that we feel.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/04/let-the-holy-spirit-guide?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Joy and Spiritual Survival Joy and Spiritual Survival

Russell M. Nelson October 2016

He taught us how to have joy.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/10/joy-and-spiritual-survival?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

“That I Might Draw All Men unto Me” “That I Might Draw All Men unto Me”

Dale G. Renlund April 2016

Nephi exercised faith in God to accomplish what he was asked to do.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/04/that-i-might-draw-all-men-unto-me?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Always Remember Him Always Remember Him

Gerrit W. Gong April 2016

“Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/04/always-remember-him?lang=eng&id=p50#p50

The Joy of Living a Christ-Centered Life The Joy of Living a Christ-Centered Life

Richard J. Maynes October 2015

After the prophet Lehi and his family left Jerusalem in 600 b.c., they wandered approximately eight years in the wilderness until they finally arrived in a land they called Bountiful, which was near the seashore.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/10/the-joy-of-living-a-christ-centered-life?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

The Eternal Perspective of the Gospel The Eternal Perspective of the Gospel

Rafael E. Pino April 2015

The Book of Mormon mentions the attitude that Nephi took and the attitude of Laman and Lemuel.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/the-eternal-perspective-of-the-gospel?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

Which Way Do You Face? Which Way Do You Face?

Lynn G. Robbins October 2014

Prophets through the ages have always come under attack by the finger of scorn.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/which-way-do-you-face?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

The Cost—and Blessings—of Discipleship The Cost—and Blessings—of Discipleship

Jeffrey R. Holland April 2014

Indeed, of Jesus Himself, Jacob’s brother Nephi wrote: “And the world, because of their iniquity, shall judge him to be a thing of naught; wherefore they scourge him, and he suffereth it; and they smite him, and he suffereth it.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/the-cost-and-blessings-of-discipleship?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Let Your Faith Show Let Your Faith Show

Russell M. Nelson April 2014

We should “liken all scriptures unto us … for our profit and learning.” Danger lurks when we try to divide ourselves with expressions such as “my private life” or even “my best behavior.” If one tries to segment his or her life into such separate compartments, one will never rise to the full stature of one’s personal integrity—never to become all that his or her true self could be.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/let-your-faith-show?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

Grateful in Any Circumstances Grateful in Any Circumstances

Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2014

My dear brothers and sisters, the choice is ours.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/grateful-in-any-circumstances?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

Ye Are No More Strangers Ye Are No More Strangers

Gérald Caussé October 2013

My calling has led me to travel to many countries and has given me the choice privilege to preside in many meetings.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/ye-are-no-more-strangers?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

Craig A. Cardon April 2013

While speaking to elders assembled in Kirtland, the Lord said, “I will that ye should overcome the world; wherefore I will have compassion upon you.” The Lord knows our weakness and the eternal consequences of “the world” upon imperfect men and women.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/the-savior-wants-to-forgive?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

We Believe in Being Chaste We Believe in Being Chaste

David A. Bednar April 2013

Our physical bodies make possible a breadth, a depth, and an intensity of experience that simply could not be obtained in our premortal existence.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/we-believe-in-being-chaste?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Catch the Wave Catch the Wave

Russell M. Nelson April 2013

I thank God and His Son, Jesus Christ, for the Restoration and its power to propel a magnificent wave of truth and righteousness across the earth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/catch-the-wave?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

Stand Strong in Holy Places Stand Strong in Holy Places

Robert D. Hales April 2013

Nephi performed the curious work of the Lord despite the buffetings of Satan and the persecutions of Laman and Lemuel, his brothers.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/stand-strong-in-holy-places?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

Learning with Our Hearts Learning with Our Hearts

Walter F. González October 2012

Now, a word of caution: access to this celestial web is marred by iniquity and forgetting the Lord.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/10/learning-with-our-hearts?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

The Lord Has Not Forgotten You The Lord Has Not Forgotten You

Linda S. Reeves October 2012

“… I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/10/the-lord-has-not-forgotten-you?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Thanks Be to God Thanks Be to God

Russell M. Nelson April 2012

Think of our physical sustenance.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/thanks-be-to-god?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

The Doctrine of Christ The Doctrine of Christ

D. Todd Christofferson April 2012

How does the Savior reveal His will and doctrine to prophets, seers, and revelators?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/the-doctrine-of-christ?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

That the Lost May Be Found That the Lost May Be Found

M. Russell Ballard April 2012

Brothers and sisters, according to the scriptures, the Liahona was “a round ball of curious workmanship” featuring two spindles, one of which pointed the way Father Lehi’s family should go into the wilderness (1 Nephi 16:10).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/that-the-lost-may-be-found?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Counsel to Youth Counsel to Youth

Boyd K. Packer October 2011

Nephi scolded his older brothers, saying, “Ye have seen an angel, and he spake unto you; yea, ye have heard his voice from time to time; and he hath spoken unto you in a still small voice, but ye were past feeling, that ye could not feel his words.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/counsel-to-youth?lang=eng&id=p41#p41

It Is Better to Look Up It Is Better to Look Up

Carl B. Cook October 2011

Why is it a challenge to consistently look up in our lives?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/it-is-better-to-look-up?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

Your Potential, Your Privilege Your Potential, Your Privilege

Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2011

The words written in the scriptures and spoken in general conference are for us to “liken them unto [ourselves],” not for reading or hearing only.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/04/your-potential-your-privilege?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

The Spirit of Revelation The Spirit of Revelation

David A. Bednar April 2011

The gradual increase of light radiating from the rising sun is like receiving a message from God “line upon line, precept upon precept” (2 Nephi 28:30).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/04/the-spirit-of-revelation?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

The Lord’s Richest Blessings The Lord’s Richest Blessings

Carl B. Pratt April 2011

The next thing I notice about that story is that my grandparents paid tithing regardless of the poor condition of their family finances.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/04/the-lords-richest-blessings?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Never Leave Him Never Leave Him

Neil L. Andersen October 2010

I promise you, as you choose not to be offended or ashamed, you will feel His love and approval.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/never-leave-him?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

The Rock of Our Redeemer The Rock of Our Redeemer

Wilford W. Andersen April 2010

I testify of Him, that He has overcome the world, that He will never forget or abandon us, for He has graven us upon the palms of His hands.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/04/the-rock-of-our-redeemer?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

All Things Work Together for Good All Things Work Together for Good

James B. Martino April 2010

Second, when we are faced with trials, we must learn to not complain or murmur.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/04/all-things-work-together-for-good?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Prayer and Promptings Prayer and Promptings

Boyd K. Packer October 2009

That sweet, quiet voice of inspiration comes more as a feeling than it does as a sound.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/prayer-and-promptings?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

The Power of Covenants The Power of Covenants

D. Todd Christofferson April 2009

In the covenant path we find a steady supply of gifts and help.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/04/the-power-of-covenants?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

One among the Crowd One among the Crowd

Dennis B. Neuenschwander April 2008

Nephi writes that “the world, because of their iniquity, shall judge him to be a thing of naught.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/04/one-among-the-crowd?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Claim the Exceeding Great and Precious Promises Claim the Exceeding Great and Precious Promises

Spencer J. Condie October 2007

Becoming unspotted from the world is a promise to those who keep the Sabbath holy (see D&C 59:9; Exodus 31:13).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/10/claim-the-exceeding-great-and-precious-promises?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

The Power of a Personal Testimony The Power of a Personal Testimony

Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2006

In the Book of Mormon, we read of young Nephi, who was commanded by the Lord to build a ship.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/the-power-of-a-personal-testimony?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Rise Up, O Men of God Rise Up, O Men of God

Gordon B. Hinckley October 2006

The scriptures are very plain in their application to each of us, my brethren.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/rise-up-o-men-of-god?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

“The Great and Wonderful Love” “The Great and Wonderful Love”

Anthony D. Perkins October 2006

Jesus Christ has commanded us, “Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.” Doubt, fear, and worry indicate we have taken all of life’s burdens and anxieties on ourselves.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/the-great-and-wonderful-love?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

And Nothing Shall Offend Them And Nothing Shall Offend Them

David A. Bednar October 2006

“And the world, because of their iniquity, shall judge him to be a thing of naught; wherefore they scourge him, and he suffereth it; and they smite him, and he suffereth it.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/and-nothing-shall-offend-them?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

That They Might Know Thee That They Might Know Thee

Keith R. Edwards October 2006

“And the world, because of their iniquity, shall judge him to be a thing of naught; wherefore they scourge him, and he suffereth it; and they smite him, and he suffereth it.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/that-they-might-know-thee?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

That We May Always Have His Spirit to Be with Us That We May Always Have His Spirit to Be with Us

David A. Bednar April 2006

The Liahona was prepared by the Lord and given to Lehi and his family after they left Jerusalem and were traveling in the wilderness (see Alma 37:38; D&C 17:1).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/that-we-may-always-have-his-spirit-to-be-with-us?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Broken Things to Mend Broken Things to Mend

Jeffrey R. Holland April 2006

This reliance upon the merciful nature of God is at the very center of the gospel Christ taught.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/broken-things-to-mend?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

To Grow Up unto the Lord To Grow Up unto the Lord

Anne C. Pingree April 2006

“And I said: Lord, whither shall I go that I may find ore to molten, that I may make tools?”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/to-grow-up-unto-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

All Men Everywhere All Men Everywhere

Dallin H. Oaks April 2006

The Bible teaches that some of Abraham’s descendants would be scattered “into all the kingdoms of the earth,” “among all nations,” and from “one end of the earth even unto the other” (Deuteronomy 28:25, 37, 64).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/all-men-everywhere?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

Instruments of the Lord’s Peace Instruments of the Lord’s Peace

Robert S. Wood April 2006

The Lord has warned that from the beginning and throughout history, Satan would stir up people’s hearts to anger.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/instruments-of-the-lords-peace?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Your Light—a Standard to All Nations Your Light—a Standard to All Nations

James E. Faust April 2006

I believe the light of the Lord directed Mary Elizabeth and Caroline as to what to do and where to go for safety.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/your-light-a-standard-to-all-nations?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Compass of the Lord Compass of the Lord

Lowell M. Snow October 2005

At the Lord’s command, Lehi and his children left Jerusalem and began an epic journey toward a land of promise.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/10/compass-of-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ—Plain and Precious Things The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ—Plain and Precious Things

Boyd K. Packer April 2005

Nephi had been very badly treated by his brothers and reminded them that an angel had spoken unto them, “but ye were past feeling, that ye could not feel his words” (1 Nephi 17:45).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/04/the-book-of-mormon-another-testament-of-jesus-christ-plain-and-precious-things?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Glad Tidings from Cumorah Glad Tidings from Cumorah

Susan W. Tanner April 2005

We who belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are bound by covenant to the Lord.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/04/glad-tidings-from-cumorah?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

A Work for Me to Do A Work for Me to Do

Julie B. Beck April 2005

I marveled all that night at what I had seen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/04/a-work-for-me-to-do?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

In the Strength of the Lord In the Strength of the Lord

David A. Bednar October 2004

In the hours since President Hinckley extended this new call to serve, I have heeded the admonition of Nephi to “liken all scriptures unto us” (1 Nephi 19:23) with a greater sense of purpose and intensity than I have ever done before.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/in-the-strength-of-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Preparation for the Second Coming Preparation for the Second Coming

Dallin H. Oaks April 2004

As the Savior taught in His prophecy of the Second Coming, blessed is the “faithful and wise servant” who is attending to his duty when the Lord comes (see Matthew 24:45–46).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/preparation-for-the-second-coming?lang=eng&id=p52#p52

Remember How Merciful the Lord Hath Been Remember How Merciful the Lord Hath Been

Neal A. Maxwell April 2004

If just one of these remembrances can be “likened” unto yourselves (see 1 Nephi 19:23), there might be a brief father and son discussion later on.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/remember-how-merciful-the-lord-hath-been?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Strengthen Thy Brethren Strengthen Thy Brethren

Mervyn B. Arnold April 2004

The Savior’s example of going the extra mile to find His lost sheep is evident throughout the scriptures.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/strengthen-thy-brethren?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Did You Get the Right Message? Did You Get the Right Message?

James E. Faust April 2004

So it is with divine communication.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/did-you-get-the-right-message?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

The Atonement and the Value of One Soul The Atonement and the Value of One Soul

M. Russell Ballard April 2004

The Savior later endured the agony of inquisition, cruel beatings, and death by crucifixion on the cross at Calvary.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/the-atonement-and-the-value-of-one-soul?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

With All the Feeling of a Tender Parent: A Message of Hope for Families With All the Feeling of a Tender Parent: A Message of Hope for Families

Robert D. Hales April 2004

As parents we have the responsibility to help our children to “liken all scriptures [indeed, every part of the gospel of Jesus Christ] unto us [and unto our children], … for [the] profit and learning [of our families].”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/with-all-the-feeling-of-a-tender-parent-a-message-of-hope-to-families?lang=eng&id=p37#p37

My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures

Julie B. Beck April 2004

My early attempts at making rolls and scripture reading were not always successful, but over time it got easier.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/my-soul-delighteth-in-the-scriptures?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

Overcoming the Stench of Sin Overcoming the Stench of Sin

Spencer V. Jones April 2003

Each one of us has the Light of Christ, or a conscience.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/04/overcoming-the-stench-of-sin?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Being Teachable Being Teachable

Robert R. Steuer April 2002

Third, we must be obedient to the instruction we receive.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/04/being-teachable?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

“Some Great Thing” “Some Great Thing”

James E. Faust October 2001

Small things can have great potential.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/some-great-thing?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ

Boyd K. Packer October 2001

The still, small voice of personal revelation;

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/the-book-of-mormon-another-testament-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

The Seventh Commandment: A Shield The Seventh Commandment: A Shield

Neal A. Maxwell October 2001

Thus the drumbeat of desensitization deadens the tastebuds of the soul by responding illegitimately to the legitimate need for belonging and for love, as predators and victims sadly become “past feeling” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/the-seventh-commandment-a-shield?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

You Can’t Pet a Rattlesnake You Can’t Pet a Rattlesnake

David E. Sorensen April 2001

Don’t allow the poison to touch your souls, brethren.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/you-can-t-pet-a-rattlesnake?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

“Plow in Hope” “Plow in Hope”

Neal A. Maxwell April 2001

There are many specific ways in which we can liken to ourselves these “essence” scriptures about Jesus and the Atonement, but all are covered under this conceptual canopy: “Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me” (Matt.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/plow-in-hope?lang=eng&id=p32#p32

Focus and Priorities Focus and Priorities

Dallin H. Oaks April 2001

Nephi taught, “Feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do” (2 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/focus-and-priorities?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

Your Celestial Guide Your Celestial Guide

Sharon G. Larsen April 2001

He grew up in a desert.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/your-celestial-guide?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Living by Scriptural Guidance Living by Scriptural Guidance

Russell M. Nelson October 2000

We begin with a determination to “liken all scriptures unto us … for our profit and learning.” If we “press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, … [we] shall have eternal life.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/10/living-by-scriptural-guidance?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

Keep an Eternal Perspective Keep an Eternal Perspective

Jay E. Jensen April 2000

Laman and Lemuel turned out of the way and complained of their sufferings because they did not have their possessions, with which they said they “might have been happy” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/keep-an-eternal-perspective?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Content with the Things Allotted unto Us Content with the Things Allotted unto Us

Neal A. Maxwell April 2000

Performance is what matters, not the size of the stage.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/content-with-the-things-allotted-unto-us?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

Lessons from Laman and Lemuel Lessons from Laman and Lemuel

Neal A. Maxwell October 1999

Brothers and sisters, on very thin pages, thick with meaning, are some almost hidden scriptures.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/10/lessons-from-laman-and-lemuel?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

A Testimony of the Book of Mormon A Testimony of the Book of Mormon

Russell M. Nelson October 1999

Other great prophets of the Book of Mormon—in their own way and time—testified of the divinity of the Lord Jesus Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/10/a-testimony-of-the-book-of-mormon?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

He Lives He Lives

Richard G. Scott October 1999

This doctrine is confirmed by Nephi, who recorded, “I did liken all scriptures unto us, that it might be for our profit and learning.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/10/he-lives?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

“Repent of [Our] Selfishness” (D&C 56:8) “Repent of [Our] Selfishness” (D&C 56:8)

Neal A. Maxwell April 1999

Determined to walk in his own way, the natural man often persists to the point where he is “past feeling,” having been sedated by pleasing the carnal mind (see 1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/repent-of-our-selfishness-d-c-56-8?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

“Out of Small Things” “Out of Small Things”

Stephen A. West April 1999

In the meridian of time, among other things, the Savior gave a touch here, a kind word there, food (both real and spiritual) to the hungry, advice and counsel to those in need.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/out-of-small-things?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Our Only Chance Our Only Chance

Sheri L. Dew April 1999

Left to his own devices, the natural man inevitably succumbs to Satan (see Mosiah 3:19), who abandons his prey once he lures them from the straight and narrow path.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/our-only-chance?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Your Light in the Wilderness Your Light in the Wilderness

Sharon G. Larsen April 1999

The Lord warned them not to make any fires.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/your-light-in-the-wilderness?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Follow the Light Follow the Light

Margaret D. Nadauld April 1999

He tells us, “And I will also be your light; … I will prepare the way before you, if it so be that ye shall keep my commandments; … ye shall know that it is by me that ye are led” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/follow-the-light?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

The Aaronic Priesthood and the Sacrament The Aaronic Priesthood and the Sacrament

Dallin H. Oaks October 1998

Nephi described three manifestations of the ministering of angels when he reminded his rebellious brothers that (1) they had “seen an angel,” (2) they had “heard his voice from time to time,” and (3) also that an angel had “spoken unto [them] in a still small voice” though they were “past feeling” and “could not feel his words” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1998/10/the-aaronic-priesthood-and-the-sacrament?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

“Behold, We Count Them Happy Which Endure” “Behold, We Count Them Happy Which Endure”

Robert D. Hales April 1998

“Wherefore, if ye shall be obedient to the commandments, and endure to the end, ye shall be saved at the last day.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1998/04/behold-we-count-them-happy-which-endure?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Standing for Truth and Right Standing for Truth and Right

M. Russell Ballard October 1997

The Savior has promised that if we will “keep all the commandments and covenants by which [we] are bound; … [He] will cause the heavens to shake for [our] good, and Satan shall tremble and Zion shall rejoice upon the hills and flourish.” He has even promised that the day will come when, “because of the righteousness of his people, Satan [will have] no power” over the hearts of men.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/10/standing-for-truth-and-right?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

His Peace His Peace

Dennis E. Simmons April 1997

Speaks in a “still small voice” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/04/his-peace?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Endure and Be Lifted Up Endure and Be Lifted Up

Russell M. Nelson April 1997

Loyalty to the Lord carries an obligation of loyalty to those called by the Lord to lead His Church.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/04/endure-and-be-lifted-up?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

“A Small Stone” “A Small Stone”

Elaine L. Jack April 1997

One of the things I recognize is that if we are obedient, faithful, and earnest, the Lord helps us prepare our offerings.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/04/a-small-stone?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Redeemer of Israel Redeemer of Israel

Bruce D. Porter October 1995

“And the world, because of their iniquity, shall judge him to be a thing of naught; wherefore they scourge him, and he suffereth it; and they smite him, and he suffereth it.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/redeemer-of-israel?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

“Deny Yourselves of All Ungodliness” “Deny Yourselves of All Ungodliness”

Neal A. Maxwell April 1995

Ironically, in all their eagerness to experience certain things, hedonists become desensitized.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/04/deny-yourselves-of-all-ungodliness?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

The Kingdom Progresses in Africa The Kingdom Progresses in Africa

James O. Mason October 1994

Rich and eternal are the rewards as these couples nourish and carry “in their arms, and … upon their shoulders” the truth-seeking people they are called to bless (see 1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/the-kingdom-progresses-in-africa?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

Personal Revelation: The Gift, the Test, and the Promise Personal Revelation: The Gift, the Test, and the Promise

Boyd K. Packer October 1994

Revelation comes as words we feel more than hear.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/personal-revelation-the-gift-the-test-and-the-promise?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

The Simple Things The Simple Things

Rex D. Pinegar October 1994

In the Book of Mormon, the prophet Nephi tells his people why many of the children of Israel perished in the wilderness after leaving Egypt.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/the-simple-things?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

“If a Man Die, Shall He Live Again?” “If a Man Die, Shall He Live Again?”

Carlos E. Asay April 1994

“Infallible proofs” of spiritual matters, such as Christ’s resurrection, are not of the hand, but of the heart.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/if-a-man-die-shall-he-live-again?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

“Take Especial Care of Your Family” “Take Especial Care of Your Family”

Neal A. Maxwell April 1994

To some, these remedies, and things like them, may seem too simple to heal a society stung by so many afflictions.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/take-especial-care-of-your-family?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

Search the Scriptures Search the Scriptures

L. Lionel Kendrick April 1993

Nephi bore witness as to the reason he had recorded the revelations when he said, “And I, Nephi, have written these things unto my people, that perhaps I might persuade them that they would remember the Lord their Redeemer” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/search-the-scriptures?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God

John M. Madsen April 1993

He is Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, who was “judged of the world, … lifted up upon the cross” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/jesus-christ-the-son-of-the-living-god?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

“Behold, the Enemy Is Combined” (D&C 38:12) “Behold, the Enemy Is Combined” (D&C 38:12)

Neal A. Maxwell April 1993

Lasciviousness wrongly celebrates the capacity to feel, so that people lose their capacity to feel!

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/behold-the-enemy-is-combined-d-c-38-12?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

Receiving Divine Assistance through the Grace of the Lord Receiving Divine Assistance through the Grace of the Lord

Gene R. Cook April 1993

Jesus taught that we pass through all these trials to refine us “in the furnace of affliction” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/receiving-divine-assistance-through-the-grace-of-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Bible Stories and Personal Protection Bible Stories and Personal Protection

Dallin H. Oaks October 1992

I am grateful that the Lord gave me the vision and strength to refrain from trusting in the arm of flesh and to put my trust in the protecting care of our Heavenly Father.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/10/bible-stories-and-personal-protection?lang=eng&id=p63#p63

Look Up and Press On Look Up and Press On

Elaine L. Jack April 1992

In this quest for the best in us, we are like Sariah, who, with Lehi and their family, left Jerusalem at the Lord’s command.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/04/look-up-and-press-on?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Reverence Invites Revelation Reverence Invites Revelation

Boyd K. Packer October 1991

A testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ, a witness that the Book of Mormon is true, comes in a delicate, refined spiritual communication.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/reverence-invites-revelation?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Becoming Self-Reliant Becoming Self-Reliant

L. Tom Perry October 1991

Lehi and his family, after wandering in the wilderness for eight years, came to a land they called Bountiful because it was a place of much fruit and wild honey.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/becoming-self-reliant?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Repentance Repentance

F. Burton Howard April 1991

Laman and Lemuel blamed Nephi for nearly all their troubles (see 1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/04/repentance?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Peace Within Peace Within

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1991

Earth life is a period of probation to provide an opportunity for choices.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/04/peace-within?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

What Is Truth? What Is Truth?

Lynn A. Mickelsen October 1990

A few months ago, a friend came to our home under the pretext that he had some questions about the Church he needed help in answering.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/what-is-truth?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

Draw Strength from the Book of Mormon Draw Strength from the Book of Mormon

Ruth B. Wright October 1990

“And now, if the Lord has such great power, and has wrought so many miracles among the children of men, how is it that he cannot instruct me, that I should build a ship?” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/draw-strength-from-the-book-of-mormon?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

“These Things Are Manifested unto Us Plainly” “These Things Are Manifested unto Us Plainly”

Elaine L. Jack October 1990

Second: Bless the individual woman.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/these-things-are-manifested-unto-us-plainly?lang=eng&id=p40#p40

“Crickets” Can Be Destroyed through Spirituality “Crickets” Can Be Destroyed through Spirituality

Ardeth G. Kapp October 1990

There is a sure way to know.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/crickets-can-be-destroyed-through-spirituality?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

Some Scriptural Lessons on Leadership Some Scriptural Lessons on Leadership

Spencer J. Condie April 1990

From the Book of Mormon we read of the young prophet Nephi who also beheld a vision on a mountain (see 1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/04/some-scriptural-lessons-on-leadership?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Finding the Way Back Finding the Way Back

Richard G. Scott April 1990

Don’t live your life in despair, feeling sorry for yourself because of the mistakes you have made.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/04/finding-the-way-back?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Revelation in a Changing World Revelation in a Changing World

Boyd K. Packer October 1989

The Holy Ghost communicates with the spirit through the mind more than through the physical senses.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/10/revelation-in-a-changing-world?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

“Murmur Not” “Murmur Not”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1989

Lehi rebuked murmuring Laman and Lemuel for complaining over Nephi’s saying “hard things” to them.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/10/murmur-not?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Beware of Pride Beware of Pride

Ezra Taft Benson April 1989

This sacred volume was written for us—for our day.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/beware-of-pride?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Seeds of Renewal Seeds of Renewal

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1989

First, we should plant and nurture the seed of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/seeds-of-renewal?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Adversity and the Divine Purpose of Mortality Adversity and the Divine Purpose of Mortality

Ronald E. Poelman April 1989

Adversity in the lives of the obedient and faithful may be the consequence of disease, accidental injury, ignorance, or the influence of the adversary.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/adversity-and-the-divine-purpose-of-mortality?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Irony: The Crust on the Bread of Adversity Irony: The Crust on the Bread of Adversity

Neal A. Maxwell April 1989

By being more like Jesus, such as by loving more.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/irony-the-crust-on-the-bread-of-adversity?lang=eng&id=p38#p38

I Testify I Testify

Ezra Taft Benson October 1988

I testify that as the forces of evil increase under Lucifer’s leadership and as the forces of good increase under the leadership of Jesus Christ, there will be growing battles between the two until the final confrontation.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/10/i-testify?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

The Great Commandment—Love the Lord The Great Commandment—Love the Lord

Ezra Taft Benson April 1988

Nephi faced that test and handled it well when his good father temporarily murmured against the Lord (see 1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/04/the-great-commandment-love-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

“For I Will Lead You Along” “For I Will Lead You Along”

Neal A. Maxwell April 1988

“And the righteous need not fear, for they are those who shall not be confounded.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/04/for-i-will-lead-you-along?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

The Dawning of a New Day in Africa The Dawning of a New Day in Africa

Alexander B. Morrison October 1987

I testify they are not there by chance.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/the-dawning-of-a-new-day-in-africa?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

“Yet Thou Art There” “Yet Thou Art There”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1987

God is not only there in the mildest expressions of His presence, but also in those seemingly harsh expressions.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/yet-thou-art-there?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

“The Great Imitator” “The Great Imitator”

James E. Faust October 1987

However, we need not become paralyzed with fear of Satan’s power.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/the-great-imitator?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

“The Light and Life of the World” “The Light and Life of the World”

Dallin H. Oaks October 1987

As the Lord led Lehi and his people out of Jerusalem, he said, “I will also be your light in the wilderness; and I will prepare the way before you, if it so be that ye shall keep my commandments” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/the-light-and-life-of-the-world?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

“Come unto Christ” “Come unto Christ”

Ezra Taft Benson October 1987

He is Kind: He has “loving kindness … towards the children of men” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/come-unto-christ?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

Spiritual Security Spiritual Security

Charles Didier April 1987

“We are to liken the Book of Mormon scriptures unto us ‘that it might be for our profit and learning’ (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/04/spiritual-security?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Unwanted Messages Unwanted Messages

James E. Faust October 1986

Isaiah spoke of a people who did not care to listen to their prophets and seers, who were urged, “Say to the seers, See not; and to the prophets, Prophesy not unto us right things, speak unto us smooth things, prophesy deceits” (Isa.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/10/unwanted-messages?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

“God Will Yet Reveal” “God Will Yet Reveal”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1986

Lost books are among the treasures yet to come forth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/10/god-will-yet-reveal?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Your Patriarchal Blessing: A Liahona of Light Your Patriarchal Blessing: A Liahona of Light

Thomas S. Monson October 1986

“And it came to pass that as my father arose in the morning, and went forth to the tent door, to his great astonishment he beheld upon the ground a round ball of curious workmanship; and it was of fine brass.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/10/your-patriarchal-blessing-a-liahona-of-light?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

“Called and Prepared from the Foundation of the World” “Called and Prepared from the Foundation of the World”

Neal A. Maxwell April 1986

Before the Restoration, the void was very real.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/called-and-prepared-from-the-foundation-of-the-world?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Reverent and Clean Reverent and Clean

Dallin H. Oaks April 1986

The names of God the Father and his Son, Jesus Christ, are sacred.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/reverent-and-clean?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

“The Things of My Soul” “The Things of My Soul”

Boyd K. Packer April 1986

“This I do that the more sacred things may be kept for the knowledge of my people.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/the-things-of-my-soul?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

Worthy Fathers, Worthy Sons Worthy Fathers, Worthy Sons

Ezra Taft Benson October 1985

I speak to you tonight on the subject of worthy fathers, worthy sons.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1985/10/worthy-fathers-worthy-sons?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Draw Near unto Me through Obedience Draw Near unto Me through Obedience

Barbara W. Winder October 1985

In 1 Nephi we read, “If it so be that the children of men keep the commandments of God he doth nourish them, and strengthen them, and provide means whereby they can accomplish the thing which he has commanded them.” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1985/10/draw-near-unto-me-through-obedience?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

“Out of Obscurity” “Out of Obscurity”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1984

The Lord described how He will bring His latter-day work “forth out of obscurity and out of darkness.” (D&C 1:30; see also 1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/10/out-of-obscurity?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Counsel to the Saints Counsel to the Saints

Ezra Taft Benson April 1984

We urge you to study the Book of Mormon as individuals and families and then to do as the prophet Nephi counseled: liken the scriptures to yourselves so that it will be for your profit and learning.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/04/counsel-to-the-saints?lang=eng&id=p41#p41

The Great Plan of the Eternal God The Great Plan of the Eternal God

Neal A. Maxwell April 1984

At the center of the Father’s plan is Jesus Christ, mankind’s Redeemer.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/04/the-great-plan-of-the-eternal-god?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

The Sure Sound of the Trumpet The Sure Sound of the Trumpet

Angel Abrea April 1984

On another occasion Nephi received the following assignment from the Lord: “Thou shalt construct a ship, after the manner which I shall show thee, that I may carry thy people across these waters.” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/04/the-sure-sound-of-the-trumpet?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

Spiritual Guides for Teachers of Righteousness Spiritual Guides for Teachers of Righteousness

Gene R. Cook April 1982

Satan, in another illusion of vain imagination, teaches a man that the man is spiritual and humble.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/04/spiritual-guides-for-teachers-of-righteousness?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

The Restoration of Israel to the Lands of Their Inheritance The Restoration of Israel to the Lands of Their Inheritance

Marion G. Romney April 1981

“Yea, then will he remember the isles of the sea; yea, and all the people who are of the house of Israel, will I gather in, saith the Lord, according to the words of the prophet Zenos, from the four quarters of the earth.” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1981/04/the-restoration-of-israel-to-the-lands-of-their-inheritance?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Prayers and Answers Prayers and Answers

Boyd K. Packer October 1979

“Ye are swift to do iniquity but slow to remember the Lord your God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/10/prayers-and-answers?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

A Witness and a Warning A Witness and a Warning

Ezra Taft Benson October 1979

First: We must return to worship the God of this land, who is Jesus Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/10/a-witness-and-a-warning?lang=eng&id=p32#p32

“Look to God and Live” “Look to God and Live”

Carlos E. Asay October 1978

In the Book of Mormon we read of a people who had an instrument called a ball or director.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/10/look-to-god-and-live?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

“May the Kingdom of God Go Forth” “May the Kingdom of God Go Forth”

Ezra Taft Benson April 1978

“He will preserve the righteous by his power.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/may-the-kingdom-of-god-go-forth?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

A Silver Lining A Silver Lining

Marion G. Romney April 1977

Nephi, envisioning and speaking of our day, said that God “will preserve the righteous by his power, … even unto the destruction of their enemies by fire.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/04/a-silver-lining?lang=eng&id=p53#p53

Our Own Liahona Our Own Liahona

Spencer W. Kimball October 1976

Can you think of yourself as being Nephi who heard his father excitedly call attention to something he had found just outside the door of his tent?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/10/our-own-liahona?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

The Still Small Voice The Still Small Voice

S. Dilworth Young April 1976

“Ye are swift to do iniquity but slow to remember the Lord your God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/the-still-small-voice?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

If They Will But Serve the God of the Land If They Will But Serve the God of the Land

N. Eldon Tanner April 1976

Then, six hundred years before the birth of Christ, a prophet by the name of Lehi, who had been crying repentance unto the inhabitants of Jerusalem, was commanded by the Lord to depart with his family into the wilderness.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/if-they-will-but-serve-the-god-of-the-land?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Help for Parents Help for Parents

H. Burke Peterson April 1975

Nephi once said that because of the simpleness of the way or the easiness of it, there were many who perished.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/04/help-for-parents?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

The Book of Mormon Is the Word of God The Book of Mormon Is the Word of God

Ezra Taft Benson April 1975

As we read and teach, we are to liken the Book of Mormon scriptures unto us “that it might be for our profit and learning.” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/04/the-book-of-mormon-is-the-word-of-god?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

We Believe All That God Has Revealed We Believe All That God Has Revealed

Boyd K. Packer April 1974

The prophet Nephi said, “… wherefore, the guilty taketh the truth to be hard, for it cutteth them to the very center.” (1 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/04/we-believe-all-that-god-has-revealed?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

Missionary Training Begins Early Missionary Training Begins Early

S. Dilworth Young April 1972

Having seen and heard his father pray, he will want to pray too and will soon learn about the whisperings of the Spirit, which comes into his “feeling,” as Nephi pointed out to his rebellious brothers.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/04/missionary-training-begins-early?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Satan’s Thrust—Youth Satan’s Thrust—Youth

Ezra Taft Benson October 1971

The Lord said, “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/10/satans-thrust-youth?lang=eng&id=p49#p49

Relevant conference talks

Ministering—“That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You” Ministering—“That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You”

Jesus Christ Is Not Our Burden; He Is Our Relief Jesus Christ Is Not Our Burden; He Is Our Relief

Love All; Love Each Love All; Love Each

No One Sits Alone No One Sits Alone

And Now I See And Now I See

The Book of Mormon—an Immeasurable Treasure on Our Journey The Book of Mormon—an Immeasurable Treasure on Our Journey

Thou Art the Christ Thou Art the Christ

Harden Not Your Heart Harden Not Your Heart

Receive His Gift Receive His Gift

In the Space of Not Many Years In the Space of Not Many Years

Pray, He Is There Pray, He Is There

Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ

Call, Don’t Fall Call, Don’t Fall

Humble to Accept and Follow Humble to Accept and Follow

Safely Gathered Home Safely Gathered Home

A Living Prophet for the Latter Days A Living Prophet for the Latter Days

Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents

The Eternal Principle of Love The Eternal Principle of Love

This Day This Day

The Doctrine of Belonging The Doctrine of Belonging

Wholehearted Wholehearted

Happy and Forever Happy and Forever

The Savior’s Abiding Compassion The Savior’s Abiding Compassion

Favored of the Lord in All My Days Favored of the Lord in All My Days

Deepening Our Conversion to Jesus Christ Deepening Our Conversion to Jesus Christ

The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation

Facing Our Spiritual Hurricanes by Believing in Christ Facing Our Spiritual Hurricanes by Believing in Christ

Infuriating Unfairness Infuriating Unfairness

God Loves His Children God Loves His Children

All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues

Let God Prevail Let God Prevail

The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon

Hear Him Hear Him

The Joy of the Saints The Joy of the Saints

Spiritual Capacity Spiritual Capacity

Consistent and Resilient Trust Consistent and Resilient Trust

Honoring His Name Honoring His Name

Feasting upon the Words of Christ Feasting upon the Words of Christ

Abound with Blessings Abound with Blessings

Preparing for the Lord’s Return Preparing for the Lord’s Return

Good Shepherd, Lamb of God Good Shepherd, Lamb of God

Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection

Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice

Firm and Steadfast in the Faith of Christ Firm and Steadfast in the Faith of Christ

Becoming a Shepherd Becoming a Shepherd

The Correct Name of the Church The Correct Name of the Church

Shepherding Souls Shepherding Souls

Small and Simple Things Small and Simple Things

The Plan and the Proclamation The Plan and the Proclamation

Turn to the Lord Turn to the Lord

The Beauty of Holiness The Beauty of Holiness

Let the Holy Spirit Guide Let the Holy Spirit Guide

Joy and Spiritual Survival Joy and Spiritual Survival

“That I Might Draw All Men unto Me” “That I Might Draw All Men unto Me”

Always Remember Him Always Remember Him

The Joy of Living a Christ-Centered Life The Joy of Living a Christ-Centered Life

The Eternal Perspective of the Gospel The Eternal Perspective of the Gospel

Which Way Do You Face? Which Way Do You Face?

The Cost—and Blessings—of Discipleship The Cost—and Blessings—of Discipleship

Let Your Faith Show Let Your Faith Show

Grateful in Any Circumstances Grateful in Any Circumstances

Ye Are No More Strangers Ye Are No More Strangers

The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

We Believe in Being Chaste We Believe in Being Chaste

Catch the Wave Catch the Wave

Stand Strong in Holy Places Stand Strong in Holy Places

Learning with Our Hearts Learning with Our Hearts

The Lord Has Not Forgotten You The Lord Has Not Forgotten You

Thanks Be to God Thanks Be to God

The Doctrine of Christ The Doctrine of Christ

That the Lost May Be Found That the Lost May Be Found

Counsel to Youth Counsel to Youth

It Is Better to Look Up It Is Better to Look Up

Your Potential, Your Privilege Your Potential, Your Privilege

The Spirit of Revelation The Spirit of Revelation

The Lord’s Richest Blessings The Lord’s Richest Blessings

Never Leave Him Never Leave Him

The Rock of Our Redeemer The Rock of Our Redeemer