Alma 17–22

2024 · Week 27

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Relevant conference talks

  1. 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.

  2. Prayers for Peace Prayers for Peace

    Henry B. Eyring April 2026

    As we pray continually, no matter the circumstances of life, the Lord will offer us His peace and abiding support.

  3. “I Will Give Away All My Sins to Know Thee” “I Will Give Away All My Sins to Know Thee”

    Wan-Liang Wu April 2026

    “O God, Aaron hath told me that there is a God; and if there is a God, and if thou art God, wilt thou make thyself known unto me, and I will give away all my sins to know thee.”

  4. He Is Risen He Is Risen

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2026

    After three days in a borrowed tomb, Jesus Christ broke the bands of death imposed by the Fall.

  5. The Character of Christ The Character of Christ

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2026

    When we consider the character of the Savior, we tend to focus immediately on His attributes, such as virtue, integrity, humility, compassion, and courage, but we should also consider, What is it in Jesus that gives rise to such character traits?

  6. Go and Do Likewise Go and Do Likewise

    James E. Evanson October 2025

    In about 91 BC, Ammon, a Book of Mormon missionary, introduced himself to King Lamoni by saying, “I desire to dwell among this people for a time; … [and] I will be thy servant.” Because of his service to the king, Ammon was granted an opportunity to “speak boldly, … and tell [King Lamoni] … by what power” he had performed his service.

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

    Ozani Farias October 2025

    Like Alma and the sons of Mosiah, we must “[search] the scriptures diligently, that [we] might know the word of God” and be strengthened in the truth (Alma 17:2).

  8. The Atonement of Jesus Christ Provides the Ultimate Rescue The Atonement of Jesus Christ Provides the Ultimate Rescue

    Quentin L. Cook April 2025

    Without the Atonement, we cannot save ourselves from sin and death.

  9. Thou Art the Christ Thou Art the Christ

    Amy A. Wright April 2025

    We need to infuse the Light of Jesus Christ into every corner of our lives.

  10. The Plan of Mercy The Plan of Mercy

    James R. Rasband April 2025

    This pattern of revelation following a plea for mercy is a familiar one in the scriptures.

  11. Pray, He Is There Pray, He Is There

    Susan H. Porter April 2024

    You can pray for help to show Heavenly Father’s love to others.

  12. “There Can Be Nothing So Exquisite and Sweet as Was My Joy” “There Can Be Nothing So Exquisite and Sweet as Was My Joy”

    Craig C. Christensen April 2023

    A powerful but humble king in the Book of Mormon understood this.

  13. This Day This Day

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2022

    Recently I was on assignment in Mozambique.

  14. Lifted Up upon the Cross Lifted Up upon the Cross

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2022

    As we take up our crosses and follow Him, it would be tragic indeed if the weight of our challenges did not make us more empathetic for and more attentive to the burdens being carried by others.

  15. Overcome the World and Find Rest Overcome the World and Find Rest

    Russell M. Nelson October 2022

    What does it mean to overcome the world?

  16. That They Might Know Thee That They Might Know Thee

    Jonathan S. Schmitt October 2022

    Another of Jesus’s titles is that He is the Same, Yesterday, Today, and Forever.

  17. Missionary Service Blessed My Life Forever Missionary Service Blessed My Life Forever

    M. Russell Ballard April 2022

    I pray that you young men and young women and your parents will see and know how missionary service will forever bless your life.

  18. A Mighty Change of Heart: A Mighty Change of Heart:

    Eduardo Gavarret April 2022

    when we cultivate that desire through prayer and fasting;

  19. He Is Risen with Healing in His Wings: He Is Risen with Healing in His Wings:

    Patrick Kearon April 2022

    Those who abuse and who seek to hide their grievous sins may get away with it for a time.

  20. Trust Again Trust Again

    Gerrit W. Gong October 2021

    Trust God’s inspiration to discern wisely.

  21. Jesus Christ: The Caregiver of Our Soul Jesus Christ: The Caregiver of Our Soul

    Ulisses Soares April 2021

    Christ graciously fulfilled the will of the Father through His infinite and merciful sacrifice.

  22. Do Justly, Love Mercy, and Walk Humbly with God Do Justly, Love Mercy, and Walk Humbly with God

    Dale G. Renlund October 2020

    The answer is no.

  23. Spiritually Defining Memories Spiritually Defining Memories

    Neil L. Andersen April 2020

    Think of your favorite examples in the scriptures.

  24. A Living Witness of the Living Christ A Living Witness of the Living Christ

    Gérald Caussé April 2020

    The personal nature of Christ’s Atonement becomes even more real as we consider the examples of remarkable men and women in the Book of Mormon.

  25. The Power of the Book of Mormon in Conversion The Power of the Book of Mormon in Conversion

    Benjamin M. Z. Tai April 2020

    Dear friends, the Book of Mormon is the word of God, and we will draw nearer to Him if we study it.

  26. Opening the Heavens for Help Opening the Heavens for Help

    Russell M. Nelson April 2020

    So tonight, my dear brothers and sisters, in the spirit of the sons of Mosiah, who gave themselves to much fasting and prayer, and as part of our April 2020 general conference, I am calling for another worldwide fast.

  27. True Disciples of the Savior True Disciples of the Savior

    Terence M. Vinson October 2019

    I love the example of the correct attitude shown by King Lamoni’s father.

  28. Spiritual Capacity Spiritual Capacity

    Michelle Craig October 2019

    Recently, I read in the scriptures about another great missionary who obtained his errand from the Lord.

  29. Standing by Our Promises and Covenants Standing by Our Promises and Covenants

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2019

    Reflect with me on examples of promises in the scriptures.

  30. Sisters’ Participation in the Gathering of Israel Sisters’ Participation in the Gathering of Israel

    Russell M. Nelson October 2018

    My fourth invitation, for you who are of age, is to participate fully in Relief Society.

  31. Am I a Child of God? Am I a Child of God?

    Brian K. Taylor April 2018

    I love the God of my fathers, “the Lord God Almighty,” who weeps with us in our sorrows, patiently chastens our unrighteousness, and rejoices when we seek to “give away all [our] sins to know [Him].” I worship Him, who is ever “a father of the fatherless” and a companion to the companionless.

  32. Teaching in the Home—a Joyful and Sacred Responsibility Teaching in the Home—a Joyful and Sacred Responsibility

    Devin G. Durrant April 2018

    Lastly, our most impactful parental teaching is our example.

  33. What Every Aaronic Priesthood Holder Needs to Understand What Every Aaronic Priesthood Holder Needs to Understand

    Douglas D. Holmes April 2018

    So how do we get this power?

  34. Take the Holy Spirit as Your Guide Take the Holy Spirit as Your Guide

    Larry Y. Wilson April 2018

    Sometimes we can’t hear heaven’s signal because we are not worthy.

  35. The Living Bread Which Came Down from Heaven The Living Bread Which Came Down from Heaven

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2017

    This suggests the need for a mighty striving on our part.

  36. The Truth of All Things The Truth of All Things

    David F. Evans October 2017

    To know the truth, we need to live the gospel and “experiment” on the word.

  37. Bearers of Heavenly Light Bearers of Heavenly Light

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2017

    Christ’s light brings hope, happiness, and healing of any spiritual wound or ailment.

  38. “My Peace I Leave with You” “My Peace I Leave with You”

    Henry B. Eyring April 2017

    The sons of Mosiah needed that gift of peace as they embarked on their mission to the Lamanites.

  39. A Sin-Resistant Generation A Sin-Resistant Generation

    Joy D. Jones April 2017

    Second, understanding the doctrine of repentance is essential for becoming resistant to sin.

  40. “If Ye Had Known Me” “If Ye Had Known Me”

    David A. Bednar October 2016

    We believe and come to know the Lord as the key of the knowledge of God administered through the Melchizedek Priesthood unlocks the door and makes it possible for each of us to receive the power of godliness in our lives.

  41. The Healing Ointment of Forgiveness The Healing Ointment of Forgiveness

    Kevin R. Duncan April 2016

    The Book of Mormon speaks of a time when “the people of the church began to be lifted up in the pride of their eyes, and … began to be scornful, one towards another, and … began to persecute those that did not believe according to their own will and pleasure” (Alma 4:8).

  42. The Holy Ghost The Holy Ghost

    Robert D. Hales April 2016

    Personal revelation is essential, but it is only one part of the work of the Holy Ghost.

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

    Richard J. Maynes October 2015

    This is what the king said to Ammon after finding himself in this life-and-death situation: “If thou wilt spare me I will grant unto thee whatsoever thou wilt ask, even to half of the kingdom.”

  44. Turn to Him and Answers Will Come Turn to Him and Answers Will Come

    James B. Martino October 2015

    Why did the trials of these sons of Mosiah strengthen their faith and commitment rather than cause them to murmur or doubt?

  45. The Priesthood—a Sacred Gift The Priesthood—a Sacred Gift

    Thomas S. Monson April 2015

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting; therefore they had the spirit of prophecy, and the spirit of revelation, and when they taught, they taught with power and authority of God.”

  46. Is It Still Wonderful to You? Is It Still Wonderful to You?

    Gérald Caussé April 2015

    A sister missionary told the story of three men she met during a district conference in Africa.

  47. “Lord, Is It I?” “Lord, Is It I?”

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2014

    Brethren, if it is your great desire to cultivate Christlike attributes of “faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, brotherly kindness, godliness, charity, humility, [and service],” Heavenly Father will make you an instrument in His hands unto the salvation of many souls.

  48. Stay in the Boat and Hold On! Stay in the Boat and Hold On!

    M. Russell Ballard October 2014

    We need to become like the sons of Mosiah, who “waxed strong in the knowledge of the truth.” We can become men and women “of a sound understanding.” This can be accomplished only by our “search[ing] the scriptures diligently, that [we] might know the word of God.”

  49. Bear Up Their Burdens with Ease Bear Up Their Burdens with Ease

    David A. Bednar April 2014

    The challenges and difficulties were not immediately removed from the people.

  50. If Ye Lack Wisdom If Ye Lack Wisdom

    Marcos A. Aidukaitis April 2014

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting; therefore they had the spirit of prophecy, and the spirit of revelation.”

  51. The Key to Spiritual Protection The Key to Spiritual Protection

    Boyd K. Packer October 2013

    The sons of Mosiah fought against the Church for a time but later repented and underwent a dramatic change.

  52. Personal Strength through the Atonement of Jesus Christ Personal Strength through the Atonement of Jesus Christ

    Richard G. Scott October 2013

    In the Book of Mormon we read of Ammon and his brethren teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to a people who were “a wild and a hardened and a ferocious people.” Many of the people were converted and chose to leave behind their sinful behavior.

  53. Teaching with the Power and Authority of God Teaching with the Power and Authority of God

    David M. McConkie October 2013

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting; therefore they had … the spirit of revelation.”

  54. Decisions for Eternity Decisions for Eternity

    Russell M. Nelson October 2013

    We are eternal beings—spirit children of heavenly parents.

  55. Come, All Ye Sons of God Come, All Ye Sons of God

    Thomas S. Monson April 2013

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting; therefore they had the spirit of prophecy, and the spirit of revelation, and when they taught, they taught with power and authority of God.”

  56. Being Accepted of the Lord Being Accepted of the Lord

    Erich W. Kopischke April 2013

    Second, we have to know that our spirit is contrite.

  57. An Unspeakable Gift from God An Unspeakable Gift from God

    Craig C. Christensen October 2012

    The Holy Ghost is the third member of the Godhead, and, as such, like God the Father and Jesus Christ, He knows our thoughts and the intents of our hearts.

  58. What Shall a Man Give in Exchange for His Soul? What Shall a Man Give in Exchange for His Soul?

    Robert C. Gay October 2012

    Yet, it was another wealthy but worldly man, the chief Lamanite king, the father of Lamoni, who also asked the same question about eternal life, saying: “What shall I do that I may be born of God, having this wicked spirit rooted out of my breast, and receive his Spirit[?] … I will forsake my kingdom, that I may receive this great joy.”

  59. Now Is the Time to Arise and Shine! Now Is the Time to Arise and Shine!

    Elaine S. Dalton April 2012

    In the world in which we live, your ability to lead will require the guidance and constant companionship of the Holy Ghost, who will tell you “all things what ye should do” as you recognize and rely on His guidance and promptings.

  60. The Divine Gift of Repentance The Divine Gift of Repentance

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2011

    As in the days of Nehor and Korihor, we live in a time not long before the advent of Jesus Christ—in our case, the time of preparation for His Second Coming.

  61. Love Her Mother Love Her Mother

    Elaine S. Dalton October 2011

    In the Book of Mormon, Abish was converted by her father’s sharing with her his remarkable vision.

  62. Desire Desire

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2011

    Another great teaching on desire, especially on what should be our ultimate desire, occurs in the experience of the Lamanite king being taught by the missionary Aaron.

  63. The Miracle of the Atonement The Miracle of the Atonement

    C. Scott Grow April 2011

    Through His suffering and death, the Savior atoned for the sins of all men.

  64. Things Pertaining to Righteousness Things Pertaining to Righteousness

    Francisco J. Viñas April 2010

    There are many examples in the scriptures that confirm the importance of teaching the “things pertaining to righteousness” to help obtain an enduring conversion.

  65. “Repent … That I May Heal You” “Repent … That I May Heal You”

    Neil L. Andersen October 2009

    The scriptures speak of His arms being open, extended, stretched out, and encircling.

  66. An Easiness and Willingness to Believe An Easiness and Willingness to Believe

    Michael T. Ringwood October 2009

    From the example of Lamoni’s father, we learn the importance of a soft heart that is willing to change.

  67. Becoming Provident Providers Temporally and Spiritually Becoming Provident Providers Temporally and Spiritually

    Robert D. Hales April 2009

    We must want, more than anything else, to do our Heavenly Father’s will and providently provide for ourselves and others.

  68. Respect and Reverence Respect and Reverence

    Margaret S. Lifferth April 2009

    I remember a talk that President Boyd K.

  69. A Return to Virtue A Return to Virtue

    Elaine S. Dalton October 2008

    Last general conference I was called by President Monson to be the new Young Women general president.

  70. Gospel Teaching—Our Most Important Calling Gospel Teaching—Our Most Important Calling

    William D. Oswald October 2008

    Throughout the scriptures we can find additional examples of successful gospel teachers who changed the lives and saved the souls of those they taught.

  71. Do You Know Who You Are? Do You Know Who You Are?

    Dean R. Burgess April 2008

    Ammon then explained who he was when he said, “I am a man … created after the image of God, and I am called by his Holy Spirit to teach … this people” (Alma 18:17–19, 34).

  72. “I Am Clean” “I Am Clean”

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 2007

    Now, I wish to move to a different matter.

  73. A Lesson from the Book of Mormon A Lesson from the Book of Mormon

    Vicki F. Matsumori April 2007

    Aaron, who was a great missionary, used the scriptures to teach the Lamanite king and the people of Ammon about faith and repentance and about Jesus Christ and the plan of happiness (see Alma 22:12–14; 23:4–5).

  74. Repentance and Conversion Repentance and Conversion

    Russell M. Nelson April 2007

    As Elder Baxter and I continued our journey, we pondered that experience.

  75. Faith, Service, Constancy Faith, Service, Constancy

    David S. Baxter October 2006

    Thus the Book of Mormon example of the father of King Lamoni, who heard the testimony of Aaron and was willing to believe and to act so that he was led to say in humble prayer, “If there is a God, and if thou art God, wilt thou make thyself known unto me, and I will give away all my sins to know thee.”

  76. Look toward Eternity! Look toward Eternity!

    Elaine S. Dalton October 2006

    What does it mean to be worthy?

  77. How Firm a Foundation How Firm a Foundation

    Thomas S. Monson October 2006

    Recall with me the joy Alma experienced as he was journeying from the land of Gideon southward to the land of Manti and met the sons of Mosiah.

  78. “The Great and Wonderful Love” “The Great and Wonderful Love”

    Anthony D. Perkins October 2006

    First, see yourself as a precious child of a loving Father in Heaven.

  79. Becoming Instruments in the Hands of God Becoming Instruments in the Hands of God

    Don R. Clarke October 2006

    The missionary experiences of the sons of Mosiah also help us understand how to become instruments in God’s hands.

  80. See the End from the Beginning See the End from the Beginning

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2006

    The Lord loves you; that is why He has given you commandments and the words of prophets to guide you on your journey through life.

  81. Walking towards the Light of His Love Walking towards the Light of His Love

    Anne C. Pingree October 2004

    You might expect that once Jan had determined as earnestly as Lamoni’s father in the Book of Mormon to “give away all [her] sins to know [the Lord]” (Alma 22:18), her journey would be smoothed.

  82. Do Not Fear Do Not Fear

    Boyd K. Packer April 2004

    Alma called the plan of salvation “the great plan of happiness” (Alma 42:8; see also 2 Nephi 11:5; Alma 12:25; 17:16; 34:9; 41:2; 42:5, 11–13, 15, 31; Moses 6:62).

  83. The Atonement: All for All The Atonement: All for All

    Bruce C. Hafen April 2004

    We need grace both to overcome sinful weeds and to grow divine flowers.

  84. “The Standard of Truth Has Been Erected” “The Standard of Truth Has Been Erected”

    Boyd K. Packer October 2003

    We learned about the plan of redemption—“the great plan of happiness.” We came to earth to be tested and to gain experience, with a promise that “through the Atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved, by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the Gospel.”

  85. The Shepherds of Israel The Shepherds of Israel

    Gordon B. Hinckley October 2003

    I thank the Lord for you.

  86. How Choice a Seer! How Choice a Seer!

    Neal A. Maxwell October 2003

    In the midst of God’s plan and the universe’s incredible vastness is incredible personalness.

  87. Overcoming the Stench of Sin Overcoming the Stench of Sin

    Spencer V. Jones April 2003

    He sent a Savior, His Only Begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to atone for our sins (see Alma 22:14).

  88. The Global Church Blessed by the Voice of the Prophets The Global Church Blessed by the Voice of the Prophets

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2002

    Let us in humility and faith refresh our dedication and our commitment to follow the prophets, seers, and revelators in all diligence.

  89. Developing Inner Strength Developing Inner Strength

    Mary Ellen W. Smoot April 2002

    I am here today to witness to you that such women are all around the world in the Relief Societies of the Church.

  90. Being Teachable Being Teachable

    Robert R. Steuer April 2002

    Second, we need to put ourselves into a proper frame of mind and heart.

  91. How Firm Our Foundation How Firm Our Foundation

    Russell M. Nelson April 2002

    Before the foundation of the earth, the plan of salvation was prepared.

  92. Standing in Holy Places Standing in Holy Places

    Sharon G. Larsen April 2002

    In holy places we are protected from the almost overwhelming commotion of the world.

  93. The Returned Missionary The Returned Missionary

    L. Tom Perry October 2001

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting; therefore they had the spirit of prophecy, and the spirit of revelation, and when they taught, they taught with power and authority of God” (Alma 17:1–3).

  94. “Witnesses unto Me” “Witnesses unto Me”

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2001

    Above all else we can live the gospel.

  95. The Law of the Fast The Law of the Fast

    Joseph B. Wirthlin April 2001

    The powerful combination of fasting and prayer is exemplified by the four sons of Mosiah.

  96. “Come and See” “Come and See”

    Alexander B. Morrison October 2000

    “Come and see,” and in your coming lay your burdens at His feet.

  97. “Lead, Kindly Light” “Lead, Kindly Light”

    Virginia U. Jensen October 2000

    Consider the experience of King Lamoni.

  98. “Ye Are the Temple of God” “Ye Are the Temple of God”

    Boyd K. Packer October 2000

    Sometimes we are asked why we do not recognize this conduct as a diverse and acceptable lifestyle.

  99. We Are Instruments in the Hands of God We Are Instruments in the Hands of God

    Mary Ellen Smoot October 2000

    Number 2.

  100. Resurrection Resurrection

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2000

    The possibility that a mortal who has died will be brought forth and live again in a resurrected body has awakened hope and stirred controversy through much of recorded history.

  101. Keep an Eternal Perspective Keep an Eternal Perspective

    Jay E. Jensen April 2000

    Ammon taught King Lamoni, who had always lived by the light of his mortality, about God, a divine power higher than the king.

  102. The Creation The Creation

    Russell M. Nelson April 2000

    The entire Creation was planned by God.

  103. “For This Cause Came I into the World” “For This Cause Came I into the World”

    Alexander B. Morrison October 1999

    In the final analysis, then, we show our devotion to Christ, and best express our discipleship, by the way in which we live and serve Him.

  104. Hope, an Anchor of the Soul Hope, an Anchor of the Soul

    James E. Faust October 1999

    The unfailing source of our hope is that we are sons and daughters of God and that His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, saved us from death.

  105. Welcome Home Welcome Home

    Keith B. McMullin April 1999

    “The great blessing to us was when he was interviewed by the bishop … to receive the Melchizedek Priesthood.

  106. Removing Barriers to Happiness Removing Barriers to Happiness

    Richard G. Scott April 1998

    I encourage you who have already made correct cultural choices to help others to do likewise.

  107. Valued Companions Valued Companions

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1997

    Companionships also constitute the basic organization in the 318 missions of the Church.

  108. “When Thou Art Converted, Strengthen Thy Brethren” “When Thou Art Converted, Strengthen Thy Brethren”

    Robert D. Hales April 1997

    Ammon, the Nephite missionary, provided an example for us.

  109. “According to the Desire of [Our] Hearts” “According to the Desire of [Our] Hearts”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1996

    It is up to us.

  110. Rejoice! Rejoice!

    Quentin L. Cook October 1996

    Joy comes when we have the Spirit in our lives (see Alma 22:15).

  111. Witnesses for God Witnesses for God

    Henry B. Eyring October 1996

    That was true when King Lamoni met Ammon, as we have it described in the Book of Mormon.

  112. The Atonement The Atonement

    Russell M. Nelson October 1996

    Before we can comprehend the Atonement of Christ, however, we must first understand the Fall of Adam.

  113. Conversion and Commitment Conversion and Commitment

    W. Mack Lawrence April 1996

    That same spirit of revelation—the spirit of conversion, if you will—is available to each of us as we diligently seek for it through fasting, prayer, obedience, and searching the scriptures (see Alma 17:2–3).

  114. To Touch a Life with Faith To Touch a Life with Faith

    Henry B. Eyring October 1995

    “And Aaron did expound unto him the scriptures from the creation of Adam, laying the fall of man before him, and their carnal state and also the plan of redemption, which was prepared from the foundation of the world, through Christ, for all whosoever would believe on his name” (Alma 22:12–13).

  115. Eternal Laws of Happiness Eternal Laws of Happiness

    Lynn A. Mickelsen October 1995

    “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.” Prepare your children to take upon themselves the name of Christ through the covenant of baptism.

  116. We Have Kept the Faith We Have Kept the Faith

    Eduardo Ayala April 1995

    “Yet ye shall be patient in long-suffering and afflictions, that ye may show forth good examples unto them in me, and I will make an instrument of thee in my hands unto the salvation of many souls” (Alma 17:10–11).

  117. “Deny Yourselves of All Ungodliness” “Deny Yourselves of All Ungodliness”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1995

    So it is that real, personal sacrifice never was placing an animal on the altar.

  118. “Brightness of Hope” “Brightness of Hope”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1994

    Humble hope helps us to improve by being sufficiently free of ego to ask, “Lord, is it I?” (Matt.

  119. The Spirit of Elijah The Spirit of Elijah

    Russell M. Nelson October 1994

    For whom will such temple work be efficacious?

  120. For Time and All Eternity For Time and All Eternity

    Boyd K. Packer October 1993

    In the great council in heaven, God’s plan was presented: the plan of salvation, the plan of redemption, the great plan of happiness.

  121. Constancy amid Change Constancy amid Change

    Russell M. Nelson October 1993

    I speak now of category two—unchanging plans.

  122. The Lord of Life The Lord of Life

    J. Richard Clarke April 1993

    The king of the Lamanites was stirred by the power of the Spirit when taught the gospel.

  123. 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.

  124. “Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee” “Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee”

    Howard W. Hunter April 1993

    Contrition is costly—it costs us our pride and our insensitivity, but it especially costs us our sins.

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

    Gene R. Cook April 1993

    However, to pass successfully through the trials we encounter, we must keep our eyes and our hearts centered on the Lord Jesus Christ.

  126. “Settle This in Your Hearts” “Settle This in Your Hearts”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1992

    We “cannot bear all things now,” but the Lord “will lead [us] along,” as we “give place” in our thoughts and schedules and “give away” our sins, which are the only ways we can begin to make room to receive all that God can give us (D&C 78:18; 50:4; Alma 32:27, 28; 22:18).

  127. “Remember Also the Promises” “Remember Also the Promises”

    Jay E. Jensen October 1992

    Power to teach convincingly.

  128. Missionary Work in the Philippines Missionary Work in the Philippines

    Augusto A. Lim October 1992

    Like the sons of Mosiah, “they had searched the scriptures diligently, that they might know the word of God” (Alma 17:2).

  129. Patience in Affliction Patience in Affliction

    Angel Abrea April 1992

    Our patience must be in the same manner and in the same spirit as was that of the sons of Mosiah when they were entrusted with the task to “go forth among the Lamanites, thy brethren, and establish my word; yet ye shall be patient in long-suffering and afflictions, that ye may show forth good examples unto them in me, and I will make an instrument of thee in my hands unto the salvation of many souls” (Alma 17:11).

  130. Repentance Repentance

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1991

    No part of walking by faith is more difficult than walking the road of repentance.

  131. “These … Were Our Examples” “These … Were Our Examples”

    Russell M. Nelson October 1991

    “Ye may show forth good examples unto them in me, and I will make an instrument of thee in my hands unto the salvation of many souls” (Alma 17:11).

  132. Hour of Conversion Hour of Conversion

    Robert K. Dellenbach October 1990

    Alma, upon meeting the four sons of Mosiah, who had been on a fourteen-year mission, rejoiced at their knowledge of the truth.

  133. The Value of a Testimony The Value of a Testimony

    Helvécio Martins October 1990

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting” (Alma 17:2–3).

  134. What Is Truth? What Is Truth?

    Lynn A. Mickelsen October 1990

    King Lamoni asked the right questions of Ammon when he said, “Who are you?

  135. Witnesses of Christ Witnesses of Christ

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1990

    The scriptures describe other occasions when ordinary members—men and women—bore witness of Christ.

  136. Choices Choices

    Russell M. Nelson October 1990

    “He created man, male and female, after his own image and in his own likeness” (D&C 20:18; see also Gen.

  137. Instruments to Accomplish His Purposes Instruments to Accomplish His Purposes

    Barbara W. Winder April 1990

    “They fasted much and prayed much that the Lord would grant unto them … his Spirit to go with them, and abide with them, that they might be an instrument in the hands of God to bring … their brethren … to the knowledge of the truth” (Alma 17:9).

  138. “The Peaceable Followers of Christ” “The Peaceable Followers of Christ”

    L. Tom Perry October 1989

    “But Ammon said unto him: Nay, but I will be thy servant.

  139. “Murmur Not” “Murmur Not”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1989

    Murmuring can also be noisy enough that it drowns out the various spiritual signals to us, signals which tell us in some cases to quit soaking ourselves indulgently in the hot tubs of self-pity!

  140. Adversity and the Divine Purpose of Mortality Adversity and the Divine Purpose of Mortality

    Ronald E. Poelman April 1989

    The sons of Mosiah, in the course of their missionary labors, “had many afflictions … both in body and in mind … and also much labor in the spirit.” (Alma 17:5.) Partly because of such experiences, they became “strong in the knowledge of the truth; … men of a sound understanding … [who] searched the scriptures diligently, that they might know the word of God.

  141. Alternate Voices Alternate Voices

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1989

    The Book of Mormon teaches that those who diligently seek shall have “the mysteries of God … unfolded unto them, by the power of the Holy Ghost.” (1 Ne.

  142. Inviting Others to “Come unto Christ” Inviting Others to “Come unto Christ”

    Gene R. Cook October 1988

    I testify that the Lord expects us to bring souls unto Him by inviting all men to come unto Christ, and by so doing, find Him ourselves.

  143. “What Think Ye of Christ?” “What Think Ye of Christ?”

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1988

    The Book of Mormon teaches, “Since man had fallen he could not merit anything of himself.” (Alma 22:14.) “There can be nothing which is short of an infinite atonement which will suffice for the sins of the world.” (Alma 34:12; see also 2 Ne.

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1988

    The light that Lamoni received “infused such joy into his soul” (Alma 19:6).

  145. The Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants The Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1987

    “And since man had fallen he could not merit anything of himself; but the sufferings and death of Christ atone for their sins, through faith and repentance” (Alma 22:12–14).

  146. “God Will Yet Reveal” “God Will Yet Reveal”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1986

    Little wonder that Joseph Smith, in his last witnessing words from Carthage Jail the night before he was slain, bore “powerful testimony to the guards of the divine authenticity of the Book of Mormon, the restoration of the Gospel, the administration of angels” (Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p.

  147. The Law of the Fast The Law of the Fast

    L. Tom Perry April 1986

    “And they had been teaching the word of God for the space of fourteen years among the Lamanites, having had much success in bringing many to the knowledge of the truth; yea, by the power of their words many were brought before the altar of God, to call on his name and confess their sins before him.” (Alma 17:3–4.)

  148. A Provident Plan—A Precious Promise A Provident Plan—A Precious Promise

    Thomas S. Monson April 1986

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting; therefore they had the spirit of prophecy, and the spirit of revelation, and when they taught, they taught with power and authority of God.” (Alma 17:2–3.)

  149. “They Taught and Did Minister One to Another” “They Taught and Did Minister One to Another”

    James M. Paramore April 1986

    One of the great stories on ministering to others comes from Alma in the Book of Mormon.

  150. The Greatest News of All Times Is That Jesus Lives The Greatest News of All Times Is That Jesus Lives

    Jacob de Jager April 1986

    Furthermore, I want you to know that this is an assignment in which I “rejoice exceedingly,” as Alma the Younger in the Book of Mormon would say.

  151. A New Witness for Christ A New Witness for Christ

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1984

    We must know these essential truths.

  152. Why Do We Serve? Why Do We Serve?

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1984

    Numerous scriptures teach that our Heavenly Father knows our thoughts and the intents of our heart.

  153. What Manner of Men Ought We to Be? What Manner of Men Ought We to Be?

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1983

    This message so impressed the king that he asked Aaron, “What shall I do that I may have this eternal life of which thou hast spoken?

  154. How Do You Know? How Do You Know?

    William R. Bradford October 1983

    “And since man had fallen he could not merit anything of himself; but the sufferings and death of Christ atone for their sins, through faith and repentance, and so forth; and that he breaketh the bands of death, that the grave shall have no victory, and that the sting of death should be swallowed up in the hopes of glory.” (Alma 22:14.)

  155. “Shine As Lights in the World” “Shine As Lights in the World”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1983

    Such individuals give to us a continuing sermon in sainthood.

  156. Maintaining Spirituality Maintaining Spirituality

    Marion G. Romney October 1979

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting; therefore they had the spirit of prophecy, and the spirit of revelation, and when they taught, they taught with power and authority of God” (Alma 17:2–3).

  157. This Is a Day of Sacrifice This Is a Day of Sacrifice

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1979

    If we haven’t yet taken steps to come to Christ with broken hearts and contrite spirits, repenting of our sins, may we do so now.

  158. The Spirit Giveth Life The Spirit Giveth Life

    Loren C. Dunn April 1979

    The sons of Mosiah, for instance, were fasting and praying in preparation for their mission to the Lamanites; they wanted a portion of the Spirit of the Lord to go with them and abide with them.

  159. You, Too, Must Know You, Too, Must Know

    Marion D. Hanks October 1975

    “But this is not all; they had given themselves to much prayer, and fasting; therefore they had the spirit of prophecy, and the spirit of revelation, and when they taught, they taught with power and authority of God.” (Alma 17:2–3.)

  160. Upon Judea’s Plains Upon Judea’s Plains

    Bruce R. McConkie April 1973

    I suppose these two commissions—on the one hand to teach the doctrines of the gospel, and on the other hand to testify by personal knowledge that we know that the things that we are proclaiming are true—I suppose these are perfectly illustrated in the ministry of the sons of Mosiah.

  161. A Challenge to the Priesthood A Challenge to the Priesthood

    Vaughn J. Featherstone April 1972

    “O God, Aaron hath told me that there is a God; and if there is a God, and if thou art God, wilt thou make thyself known unto me, and I will give away all my sins to know thee.