3 Nephi 20–26

2024 · Week 42

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Relevant conference talks

  1. He Knows You by Name He Knows You by Name

    Clement M. Matswagothata April 2026

    I testify that Jesus Christ restored His Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  2. Keys, Covenants, and Easter Keys, Covenants, and Easter

    Quentin L. Cook April 2026

    It is also significant that when Christ visited the people on the American continent, He specifically recited to them the Old Testament account in Malachi concerning Elijah and his role in uniting families eternally prior to the Second Coming of Christ.

  3. Adorned with the Virtue of Temperance Adorned with the Virtue of Temperance

    Ulisses Soares October 2025

    The Savior’s ministry on earth was marked by the virtue of temperance in all aspects of His character.

  4. The Name by Which Ye Are Called The Name by Which Ye Are Called

    B. Corey Cuvelier October 2025

    Jesus called His followers by many names: Disciples.

  5. Seek Him with All Your Heart Seek Him with All Your Heart

    L. Todd Budge October 2024

    As we concentrate our hearts and minds on Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and listen to the still, small voice of the Holy Ghost, we will have greater clarity about what is most needful, develop deeper compassion, and find rest and strength in Him.

  6. O Youth of the Noble Birthright O Youth of the Noble Birthright

    Bradley R. Wilcox October 2024

    As you fulfill your birthright responsibilities, you are never alone.

  7. Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2024

    “The mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord.”

  8. Jesus Christ at the Center of Our Lives Jesus Christ at the Center of Our Lives

    Jose L. Alonso April 2024

    The profound questions of the soul, those that surface in our darkest hours and highest trials, are addressed through the unwavering love of Jesus Christ.

  9. Faithful to the End Faithful to the End

    Andrea Muñoz Spannaus April 2024

    Dear friends, Christ is eager to accompany us on the journey of our lives.

  10. In the Path of Their Duty In the Path of Their Duty

    David A. Bednar October 2023

    The phrase “in the path of their duty” describes righteous individuals who yearn to become yoked to the Savior through the authorized covenants and ordinances of His gospel—but may be prohibited from doing so by factors beyond their control.

  11. Tithing: Opening the Windows of Heaven Tithing: Opening the Windows of Heaven

    Neil L. Andersen October 2023

    Jesus said to give “unto Caesar the things which are Caesar’s; and unto God the things that are God’s.” The resurrected Savior asked the Nephites to write into their record His promises found in Malachi.

  12. The Savior’s Healing Power upon the Isles of the Sea The Savior’s Healing Power upon the Isles of the Sea

    J. Kimo Esplin October 2023

    Through temple blessings, the Savior heals individuals, families, and nations—even those that once stood as bitter enemies.

  13. Ministering Ministering

    Gerrit W. Gong April 2023

    Jesus Christ ministers.

  14. A Living Prophet for the Latter Days A Living Prophet for the Latter Days

    Allen D. Haynie April 2023

    Even if you are unsure, I witness that we can withstand the heat of the latter days and even thrive in them.

  15. He Could HealMe! He Could HealMe!

    Peter F. Meurs April 2023

    My father particularly loved the account of the Savior’s visit to the people of Nephi.

  16. When to Receive Your Patriarchal Blessing When to Receive Your Patriarchal Blessing

    Kazuhiko Yamashita April 2023

    As members of the Church, we are children of the covenant.

  17. WeAre The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints WeAre The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

    Reyna I. Aburto April 2022

    From the beginning, God has sought to gather and organize His children “to bring to pass [our] immortality and eternal life.” With that purpose in mind, He has instructed us to build places of worship where we receive knowledge and the ordinances of salvation and exaltation; make and keep covenants that bind us to Jesus Christ; are endowed with “the power of godliness”; and gather together often to remember Jesus and strengthen each other in Him.

  18. The Power of Spiritual Momentum The Power of Spiritual Momentum

    Russell M. Nelson April 2022

    Please do not fear or delay repenting.

  19. Faith to Act and Become Faith to Act and Become

    Ciro Schmeil October 2021

    The Savior also taught that we should not only study the scriptures but also teach from them, as He demonstrated to the Nephites: “And now it came to pass that when Jesus had expounded all the scriptures in one, which they had written, he commanded them that they should teach the things which he had expounded unto them.”

  20. The Things of My Soul The Things of My Soul

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2021

    The things of my soul are as precious to me as yours are to you.

  21. Not as the World Giveth Not as the World Giveth

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2021

    So, in a world “tossed with tempest, and not comforted,” as Jehovah said it would be, how do we find what He called “the covenant of … peace”?

  22. Why the Covenant Path Why the Covenant Path

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2021

    “And if ye be Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.”

  23. Spiritually Defining Memories Spiritually Defining Memories

    Neil L. Andersen April 2020

    We hear Him in our prayers, in our homes, in the scriptures, in our hymns, as we worthily partake of the sacrament, as we declare our faith, as we serve others, and as we attend the temple with fellow believers.

  24. The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon

    Ulisses Soares April 2020

    While meeting with the elders of the Church on one occasion, the Prophet Joseph Smith declared: “Take away the Book of Mormon, and the revelations, and where is our religion?

  25. Beloved Daughters Beloved Daughters

    Bonnie H. Cordon October 2019

    As a disciple of Jesus Christ, I strive to become like Him.

  26. Covenant Belonging Covenant Belonging

    Gerrit W. Gong October 2019

    The Book of Mormon speaks by ancient and modern covenant to you who are the children of Lehi, “children of the prophets.” Your forefathers received a covenant promise that you, their descendants, would recognize a voice as if from the dust in the Book of Mormon.

  27. Fruit Fruit

    Neil L. Andersen October 2019

    If you have been without the fruit of the tree for some time, please know that the Savior’s arms are always outstretched to you.

  28. Preparing for the Lord’s Return Preparing for the Lord’s Return

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2019

    President Nelson has repeatedly emphasized that the “gathering [of Israel] is the most important thing taking place on earth today.

  29. The Role of the Book of Mormon in Conversion The Role of the Book of Mormon in Conversion

    Shayne M. Bowen October 2018

    Let me conclude with the words of the Savior as He taught the Nephites of the promised blessings: “Ye are the children of the prophets; and ye are of the house of Israel; and ye are of the covenant which the Father made with your fathers, saying unto Abraham: And in thy seed shall all the kindreds of the earth be blessed.”

  30. Wounded Wounded

    Neil L. Andersen October 2018

    Look forward.

  31. The Prophet of God The Prophet of God

    Neil L. Andersen April 2018

    The Savior said, “All the prophets … have testified of me.”

  32. It Is All about People It Is All about People

    Gérald Caussé April 2018

    The definition of the Church might be derived from a passage in the Book of Mormon that states, “And they [meaning the Lord’s disciples] who were baptized in the name of Jesus were called the church of Christ.”

  33. Gathering the Family of God Gathering the Family of God

    Henry B. Eyring April 2017

    This prophecy was so important the Savior quoted it when He visited the Americas after His Resurrection (see 3 Nephi 25:5–6).

  34. Sharing the Restored Gospel Sharing the Restored Gospel

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2016

    Our young members’ fascination and expertise with social media gives them unique opportunities to reach out to interest others in the gospel.

  35. The Righteous Judge The Righteous Judge

    Lynn G. Robbins October 2016

    “… And they both saw and heard these children; yea, even babes did open their mouths and utter marvelous things” (3 Nephi 26:14, 16).

  36. A Child’s Guiding Gift A Child’s Guiding Gift

    Mary R. Durham April 2016

    “… They both saw and heard these children; yea, even babes did open their mouths and utter marvelous things.”

  37. Behold Thy Mother Behold Thy Mother

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2015

    This kind of resolute love “suffereth long, and is kind, … seeketh not her own, … but … beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.” Most encouraging of all, such fidelity “never faileth.” “For the mountains shall depart and the hills be removed,” Jehovah said, “but my kindness shall not depart from thee.” So too say our mothers.

  38. The Sacrament—a Renewal for the Soul The Sacrament—a Renewal for the Soul

    Cheryl A. Esplin October 2014

    “Now, when the multitude had all eaten and drunk, behold, they were filled with the Spirit.”

  39. Live according to the Words of the Prophets Live according to the Words of the Prophets

    Carol F. McConkie October 2014

    We have a choice.

  40. Daughters in the Covenant Daughters in the Covenant

    Henry B. Eyring April 2014

    That same capacity to see what we can be is increasing in families and in Primary.

  41. Lamentations of Jeremiah: Beware of Bondage Lamentations of Jeremiah: Beware of Bondage

    Quentin L. Cook October 2013

    The captivity of the Jews and the scattering of the tribes of Israel, including the ten tribes, are prominent doctrinal factors in the Restoration of the gospel.

  42. We Never Walk Alone We Never Walk Alone

    Thomas S. Monson October 2013

    Of course, prayer is not just for times of trouble.

  43. Learning with Our Hearts Learning with Our Hearts

    Walter F. González October 2012

    By coming unto Christ, every soul can see, feel, and know of a surety that Christ suffered and atoned for our sins that we may have eternal life.

  44. Blessings of the Sacrament Blessings of the Sacrament

    Don R. Clarke October 2012

    The fifth principle, partaking of the sacrament worthily, will help us be filled with the Holy Ghost.

  45. The Time Shall Come The Time Shall Come

    L. Whitney Clayton October 2011

    “For in that day, for my sake shall the Father work a work, which shall be a great and a marvelous work among them.”

  46. Covenants Covenants

    Russell M. Nelson October 2011

    In the Book of Mormon we read of people in the New World who were also identified as children of the covenant.

  47. Be Thou an Example of the Believers Be Thou an Example of the Believers

    Russell M. Nelson October 2010

    The Prophet Joseph Smith said “that the Book of Mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to God by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book.” The Book of Mormon teaches of the Atonement of Jesus Christ and is the instrument by which God will fulfill His ancient promise to gather scattered Israel in these latter days.

  48. Act in All Diligence Act in All Diligence

    Henry B. Eyring April 2010

    The Lord Himself, as described in the Book of Mormon, provided the emblems of His infinite sacrifice and administered them to the people.

  49. Being Temperate in All Things Being Temperate in All Things

    Kent D. Watson October 2009

    When others are unkind, Jesus taught that “my kindness shall not depart from thee.”

  50. “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.

  51. Becoming More Powerful Priesthood Holders Becoming More Powerful Priesthood Holders

    Walter F. González October 2009

    The process of bringing to light the Book of Mormon cannot be compared to any literary work by any author in human history.

  52. Our Perfect Example Our Perfect Example

    Henry B. Eyring October 2009

    You have felt it in your family when you asked the pardon of your spouse or forgave a child for some mistake or disobedience.

  53. Lessons from the Lord’s Prayers Lessons from the Lord’s Prayers

    Russell M. Nelson April 2009

    Other lessons about prayer were taught by the Lord.

  54. His Arm Is Sufficient His Arm Is Sufficient

    Barbara Thompson April 2009

    Throughout His mortal life the Savior taught that we should care for one another and help one another.

  55. A 12-Year-Old Deacon A 12-Year-Old Deacon

    John M. Madsen April 2008

    We proclaim and the scriptures confirm that He was and is Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God; that He “came into the world … to be crucified for the world, and to bear the sins of the world, and to sanctify the world, and to cleanse it from all unrighteousness” “that salvation might come unto the children of men even through faith on his name”; that as a youth He “increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man”; that He “grew up with his brethren, and waxed strong, and w...

  56. Have We Not Reason to Rejoice? Have We Not Reason to Rejoice?

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2007

    “For the mountains shall depart and the hills be removed, but my kindness shall not depart from thee” (3 Nephi 22:10).

  57. Clean Hands and a Pure Heart Clean Hands and a Pure Heart

    David A. Bednar October 2007

    The Savior also taught the people to come unto Him through sacred covenants, and He reminded them that they were “the children of the covenant” (3 Nephi 20:26).

  58. Will a Man Rob God? Will a Man Rob God?

    Yoshihiko Kikuchi April 2007

    Tithing is such an important commandment that when the Lord appeared on the American continent after His Resurrection, He repeated those same exact words.

  59. The Law of Tithing The Law of Tithing

    Daniel L. Johnson October 2006

    “And all nations shall call you blessed, for ye shall be a delightsome land, saith the Lord of Hosts.”

  60. The Gathering of Scattered Israel The Gathering of Scattered Israel

    Russell M. Nelson October 2006

    God’s promise for the gathering of scattered Israel was equally emphatic.

  61. A Defense and a Refuge A Defense and a Refuge

    Boyd K. Packer October 2006

    The Book of Mormon prophesies, “Yea, and then shall the work commence, with the Father among all nations in preparing the way whereby his people may be gathered home to the land of their inheritance” (3 Nephi 21:28).

  62. To Look, Reach, and Come unto Christ To Look, Reach, and Come unto Christ

    Anne C. Pingree October 2006

    I know that “the Son of Righteousness arise[s] with healing in his wings” not only for that certain woman with an issue of blood, but also for each one of us.

  63. You Have a Noble Birthright You Have a Noble Birthright

    Julie B. Beck April 2006

    Your lineage is a “blood relationship.” That makes you literally “children of the prophets” with a noble birthright.

  64. The Book of Mormon, the Instrument to Gather Scattered Israel The Book of Mormon, the Instrument to Gather Scattered Israel

    C. Scott Grow October 2005

    Jesus Christ gave us the Book of Mormon as the instrument to gather scattered Israel.

  65. Man’s Search for Divine Truth Man’s Search for Divine Truth

    Charles Didier October 2005

    Among this vast audience tonight are three special guests—three dear old school friends.

  66. Jesus Christ—the Master Healer Jesus Christ—the Master Healer

    Russell M. Nelson October 2005

    We can more fully repent!

  67. All Thy Children Shall Be Taught All Thy Children Shall Be Taught

    Coleen K. Menlove April 2005

    However, we do not need to look far to find children who live in different yet challenging circumstances.

  68. Strengthen Thy Brethren Strengthen Thy Brethren

    Robert J. Whetten April 2005

    “… I will establish my church among them, and they shall come in unto the covenant and be numbered among this the remnant of Jacob, unto whom I have given this land for their inheritance.”

  69. The Key of the Knowledge of God The Key of the Knowledge of God

    James E. Faust October 2004

    One might ask, “How do I become a greater follower of righteousness?” A righteous person is one who makes and keeps gospel covenants.

  70. The Clarion Call of Prophets The Clarion Call of Prophets

    Shirley D. Christensen October 2003

    “… Search the prophets, for many there be that testify of these things” (3 Nephi 23:1–3, 5).

  71. Sweet Power of Prayer Sweet Power of Prayer

    Russell M. Nelson April 2003

    Jesus taught us how.

  72. Seek, and Ye Shall Find Seek, and Ye Shall Find

    Craig C. Christensen April 2003

    At the same time, we are cautioned not to seek the unclean things of the world.

  73. Developing Our Talent for Spirituality Developing Our Talent for Spirituality

    Carol B. Thomas April 2001

    Could it be with you as it was with the Nephite children?

  74. The Redemption of the Dead and the Testimony of Jesus The Redemption of the Dead and the Testimony of Jesus

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2000

    “And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.”

  75. “Sanctify Yourselves” “Sanctify Yourselves”

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2000

    That is why the Lord repeatedly says in the scriptures, “Be ye clean, that bear the vessels of the Lord.” Let me tell you what that phrase “bear the vessels of the Lord” means.

  76. Stand Tall and Stand Together Stand Tall and Stand Together

    Sheri L. Dew October 2000

    By the time I turned 12, I was a 5-foot 10-inch social disaster.

  77. Peace, Hope, and Direction Peace, Hope, and Direction

    Patricia P. Pinegar October 1999

    The scriptural theme for Primary is “All thy children shall be taught of the Lord; and great shall be the peace of thy children” (3 Ne.

  78. A Testimony of the Book of Mormon A Testimony of the Book of Mormon

    Russell M. Nelson October 1999

    When Mormon abridged these records, he noted that he could not write a “hundredth part” of their proceedings.

  79. Parents in Zion Parents in Zion

    Boyd K. Packer October 1998

    We are commanded to “turn the heart[s] of the fathers to the children, and the heart[s] of the children to their fathers.”

  80. The Aaronic Priesthood and the Sacrament The Aaronic Priesthood and the Sacrament

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1998

    Similarly, when the Savior introduced the sacrament in the New World, He promised, “He that eateth this bread eateth of my body to his soul; and he that drinketh of this wine drinketh of my blood to his soul; and his soul shall never hunger nor thirst, but shall be filled” (3 Ne.

  81. Establishing the Church Establishing the Church

    Earl M. Monson October 1998

    The Book of Mormon testifies of the resurrected Savior ministering to the Nephites.

  82. Teaching Our Children to Love the Scriptures Teaching Our Children to Love the Scriptures

    Anne G. Wirthlin April 1998

    “… For the mountains shall depart and the hills be removed, but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord” (3 Ne.

  83. That We May Be One That We May Be One

    Henry B. Eyring April 1998

    First, the Holy Ghost remains with us only if we stay clean and free from the love of the things of the world.

  84. Tithing: A Privilege Tithing: A Privilege

    Ronald E. Poelman April 1998

    “Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in my house; and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of Hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing that there shall not be room enough to receive it” (3 Ne.

  85. “Because She Is a Mother” “Because She Is a Mother”

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 1997

    In a year when we are celebrating the faith and valor of those who made that exacting trek across Iowa, Nebraska, and Wyoming, I wish to pay tribute to the modern counterparts of those pioneer mothers who watched after, prayed for, and far too often buried their babies on that long trail.

  86. “Always Have His Spirit” “Always Have His Spirit”

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1996

    To those brothers and sisters who may have allowed themselves to become lax in this vital renewal of the covenants of the sacrament, I plead in words of the First Presidency that you “come back and feast at the table of the Lord, and taste again the sweet and satisfying fruits of fellowship with the saints” (“An Invitation to Come Back,” Church News, 22 Dec.

  87. “The Peaceable Things of the Kingdom” “The Peaceable Things of the Kingdom”

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 1996

    “For the mountains shall depart and the hills be removed, but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord that hath mercy on thee.”

  88. “Becometh As a Child” “Becometh As a Child”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1996

    Just as the scriptures assure, “little children do have words given unto them many times” (Alma 32:23).

  89. Touch the Hearts of the Children Touch the Hearts of the Children

    Anne G. Wirthlin October 1995

    Our Primary theme is from the words of Isaiah: “And all thy children shall be taught of the Lord; and great shall be the peace of thy children” (3 Ne.

  90. Covenant of Love Covenant of Love

    Aileen H. Clyde April 1995

    “For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord” (Isa.

  91. Children of the Covenant Children of the Covenant

    Russell M. Nelson April 1995

    The title of my message is the scriptural phrase “children of the covenant.” In introducing this topic I will reflect on recent events as a colleague of President Howard W.

  92. The Fatherless and the Widows—Beloved of God The Fatherless and the Widows—Beloved of God

    Thomas S. Monson October 1994

    To the Nephites came the direct warning, “I will come near to you to judgment; and I will be a swift witness against … those that oppress … the widow.”

  93. Tithing Tithing

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1994

    When the risen Lord appeared to the faithful on this continent, he taught them the commandments the prophet Malachi had already given to other children of Israel.

  94. Take Time for Your Children Take Time for Your Children

    Ben B. Banks October 1993

    In the fast-paced life that most of us lead, the simple concern of parents finding sufficient time to do the things they want to do is often a big problem.

  95. Prayer Prayer

    David E. Sorensen April 1993

    “Yea, the work shall commence among all the dispersed of my people, with the Father to prepare the way whereby they may come unto me, that they may call on the Father in my name” (3 Ne.

  96. Coming unto Christ by Searching the Scriptures Coming unto Christ by Searching the Scriptures

    Merrill J. Bateman October 1992

    On numerous occasions the Lord has commanded his disciples to search the scriptures in order to learn and live the doctrines of salvation.

  97. The Joy of Hope Fulfilled The Joy of Hope Fulfilled

    M. Russell Ballard October 1992

    The Savior promised that “no weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper.

  98. “Behold Your Little Ones” “Behold Your Little Ones”

    Michaelene P. Grassli October 1992

    I can’t help but wonder what would have happened if the multitude had just looked and not beheld with spiritual eyes.

  99. “Bring Up Your Children in Light and Truth” “Bring Up Your Children in Light and Truth”

    H. Verlan Andersen October 1991

    Evidence that this was so among the Nephites and Lamanites is found in a miracle the Lord performed with respect to their little children.

  100. That We May Touch Heaven That We May Touch Heaven

    Thomas S. Monson October 1990

    Recently, the author of a paper on teenage sexuality summed up his research by saying that he doesn’t see any major reduction ahead in the sexual activity of teenagers, in part because society sends teens a mixed message: advertisements and the mass media convey “very heavy messages that sexual activity is acceptable and expected,” inducements that sometimes drown out the warnings of experts and the pleas of parents.

  101. Covenants Covenants

    Boyd K. Packer October 1990

    The Lord told the ancients, “With thee will I establish my covenant” (Gen.

  102. Kindness—A Part of God’s Plan Kindness—A Part of God’s Plan

    Betty Jo Jepsen October 1990

    The Savior promises to give us kindness eternally and unconditionally.

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

    Gene R. Cook October 1988

    Perform priesthood ordinances.

  104. Children at Peace Children at Peace

    Michaelene P. Grassli October 1988

    Our Heavenly Father has promised peace to his children.

  105. I Testify I Testify

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1988

    I testify that America is a choice land.

  106. To Help a Loved One in Need To Help a Loved One in Need

    Richard G. Scott April 1988

    Abraham labored that his own father would overcome transgression.

  107. Solutions from the Scriptures Solutions from the Scriptures

    George R. Hill III April 1988

    “And all nations shall call you blessed, for ye shall be a delightsome land, saith the Lord of Hosts” (3 Ne.

  108. Our Divine Constitution Our Divine Constitution

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1987

    Our Father in Heaven planned the coming forth of the Founding Fathers and their form of government as the necessary great prologue leading to the restoration of the gospel.

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

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1987

    In the words of our Savior, recorded in the Book of Mormon as he taught the people on this continent, “And whosoever will hearken unto my words and repenteth and is baptized, the same shall be saved” (3 Ne.

  110. Strengthening the Family Strengthening the Family

    Joanne B. Doxey October 1987

    Yes, children are full of divinity.

  111. Life after Life Life after Life

    Russell M. Nelson April 1987

    The postmortal ministry of the Lord continued in other realms.

  112. “Joy Cometh in the Morning” “Joy Cometh in the Morning”

    Russell M. Nelson October 1986

    These experiences, glorious as they are, become but prelude to that great day ahead, when the faithful will stand at the latter day upon the earth.

  113. Cleansing the Inner Vessel Cleansing the Inner Vessel

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1986

    When the earth is cleansed by burning in the last days, the proud shall be as stubble.

  114. To the “Youth of the Noble Birthright” To the “Youth of the Noble Birthright”

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1986

    Young men of the Aaronic Priesthood, remember the scriptural injunction “Be ye clean who bear the vessels of the Lord.” (3 Ne.

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

    James M. Paramore April 1986

    I heard him later stand before the members and testify of the love of God and of my friend and others who had ministered unto him and taught him.

  116. The Power of the Word The Power of the Word

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1986

    “The Lord is not trifling with us when he gives us these things, for ‘unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required.’ (Luke 12:48.) Access to these things means responsibility for them.

  117. “Out of Obscurity” “Out of Obscurity”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1984

    “Behold, I was about to write them, all which were engraven upon the plates of Nephi, but the Lord forbade it, saying: I will try the faith of my people.” (3 Ne.

  118. Counsel to the Saints Counsel to the Saints

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1984

    “No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall revile against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn.

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1983

    “And came out of the graves after his resurrection, and went into the holy city, and appeared unto many.” (Matt.

  120. That Ye May Have Roots and Branches That Ye May Have Roots and Branches

    Hartman Rector, Jr. April 1983

    This query was made of ancient Israel through the prophet Malachi, but it didn’t apply only to ancient Israel.

  121. “My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures” “My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures”

    J. Richard Clarke October 1982

    “Now … when Jesus had expounded all the scriptures in one, which they had written, he commanded them that they should teach the things which he had expounded unto them.” (3 Ne.

  122. Believers and Doers Believers and Doers

    Mark E. Petersen October 1982

    “Touch not that which is unclean; … be ye clean that bear the vessels of the Lord.” (3 Ne.

  123. 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

    “Verily, verily, I say unto you, all these things shall surely come, even as the Father hath commanded me.

  124. The Long Line of the Lonely The Long Line of the Lonely

    Thomas S. Monson April 1981

    To the Nephites came the direct warning, “I will come near to you to judgment; and I will be a swift witness against … those that oppress the … widow.” (3 Ne.

  125. A Marvelous Work and a Wonder A Marvelous Work and a Wonder

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1980

    Seven centuries before the birth of Christ, Isaiah foresaw and foretold the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ in these latter days.

  126. “We Need a Listening Ear” “We Need a Listening Ear”

    Spencer W. Kimball October 1979

    “And it came to pass that Jesus commanded that it should be written; therefore it was written according as he commanded” (3 Ne.

  127. Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

    Marion G. Romney April 1979

    “And I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes, and he shall not destroy the fruits of your ground; neither shall your vine cast her fruit before the time in the fields, saith the Lord of Hosts.” (3 Ne.

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

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1978

    “I will fight your battles.” (D&C 105:14.) “No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; … This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord.” (3 Ne.

  129. “The Leaves Are Commencing to Show on the Fig Tree” “The Leaves Are Commencing to Show on the Fig Tree”

    Bernard P. Brockbank April 1976

    “The Father hath made bare his holy arm in the eyes of all the nations [We have witnessed part of this.], and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of the Father.” (3 Ne.

  130. Easter Thoughts Easter Thoughts

    Marion G. Romney April 1975

    Now his Nephite disciples said: “Yea, Lord, Samuel did [so] prophesy … to thy words, and they were all fulfilled.” (3 Ne.