Proverbs 1–4; 15–16; 22; 31; Ecclesiastes 1–3; 11–12

2026 · Week 37

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Relevant conference talks

  1. About His Business About His Business

    Patrick Kearon April 2026

    Some callings are highly stretching, while others may leave us wondering, “Isn’t there more I could be asked to do?” You might serve in a very visible role for a time, only later to be called to quiet, unseen service—or to support those with less experience.

  2. Simplicity in Christ Simplicity in Christ

    Michael Cziesla October 2025

    If this message is so simple, why does it often feel so challenging to live Christ’s law and follow His example?

  3. As a Little Child As a Little Child

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2025

    Why are our days of despair labeled by one as “vanity of vanities”?

  4. Right Before Our Eyes Right Before Our Eyes

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2025

    Know that He understands.

  5. Aligning Our Will with His Aligning Our Will with His

    Ulisses Soares October 2024

    On one occasion, while the Savior was declaring His doctrine, some people, particularly self-righteous Pharisees, rejected His message and boldly declared that they were children of Abraham, implying that their lineage would grant them special privileges in the sight of God.

  6. In the Space of Not Many Years In the Space of Not Many Years

    David A. Bednar October 2024

    Such spiritual blindness also can cause us to turn out of the way of righteousness, fall away into forbidden paths, and become lost.

  7. Seeking Answers to Spiritual Questions Seeking Answers to Spiritual Questions

    Tracy Y. Browning October 2024

    Elder Richard G.

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

    Jose L. Alonso April 2024

    As we diligently seek spiritual guidance, we embark on a deeply transformative odyssey that strengthens our testimonies.

  9. Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

    Paul B. Pieper April 2024

    Sometimes the best way to learn to trust God is simply by trusting Him.

  10. Hallmarks of Happiness Hallmarks of Happiness

    Gary B. Sabin October 2023

    The book of Proverbs wisely counsels, “Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do it.”

  11. Eternal Truth Eternal Truth

    John C. Pingree Jr. October 2023

    Once the Holy Ghost confirms a specific truth to us, our understanding deepens as we put that principle into practice.

  12. His Yoke Is Easy and His Burden Is Light His Yoke Is Easy and His Burden Is Light

    J. Anette Dennis October 2022

    Elder Joseph B.

  13. Lasting Discipleship Lasting Discipleship

    Steven J. Lund October 2022

    This far-flung band of brothers and sisters has now gone home to determine what it means to still “trust in the Lord” (Proverbs 3:5; 2022 youth theme) when swept up in the cacophony of a rambunctious world.

  14. A Mighty Change of Heart: A Mighty Change of Heart:

    Eduardo Gavarret April 2022

    When we keep a commandment that has been difficult for us to obey and then continue to live it.

  15. We Each Have a Story We Each Have a Story

    Gerrit W. Gong April 2022

    I trust God.

  16. Do What Mattereth Most Do What Mattereth Most

    Rebecca L. Craven April 2022

    The youth theme for this year is from Proverbs 3:5–6:

  17. Our Relationship with God Our Relationship with God

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2022

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”

  18. In Awe of Christ and His Gospel In Awe of Christ and His Gospel

    Ulisses Soares April 2022

    My dear friends, all these things strengthen our spiritual wonder regarding the gospel and move us to joyfully keep the covenants we make with the Lord—even in the midst of the trials and challenges we experience.

  19. God among Us God among Us

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2021

    Ask, and you will receive.

  20. Light Cleaveth unto Light Light Cleaveth unto Light

    Timothy J. Dyches April 2021

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”

  21. Be of Good Cheer Be of Good Cheer

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2020

    “You may be facing overwhelming challenges,” Elder Richard G.

  22. An Especially Noble Calling An Especially Noble Calling

    Joy D. Jones April 2020

    Elder James E.

  23. Fulfillment of Prophecy Fulfillment of Prophecy

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2020

    In recent years I have traveled throughout the world to meet the members of the Church.

  24. Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2019

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5–6).

  25. Beloved Daughters Beloved Daughters

    Bonnie H. Cordon October 2019

    First, at the heart of all we do in Young Women is our desire to help you gain unshakable faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and a sure knowledge of your divine identity as a daughter of God.

  26. The Savior’s Touch The Savior’s Touch

    Walter F. González October 2019

    And only then do I discover the God I can trust.

  27. Our Campfire of Faith Our Campfire of Faith

    Gerrit W. Gong October 2018

    There is joy in imagining, learning, doing worthwhile new things.

  28. Believe, Love, Do Believe, Love, Do

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2018

    “All is vanity,” he said.

  29. A Yearning for Home A Yearning for Home

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2017

    “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart,” the scriptures teach, “and lean not unto thine own understanding.

  30. “I Have a Work for Thee” “I Have a Work for Thee”

    John C. Pingree Jr. October 2017

    In addition, Satan discourages us with feelings of inadequacy.

  31. By Divine Design By Divine Design

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2017

    The Lord’s hand is guiding you.

  32. Do We Trust Him? Hard Is Good Do We Trust Him? Hard Is Good

    Stanley G. Ellis October 2017

    “Be not wise in thine own eyes” (Proverbs 3:5–7).

  33. Trust in the Lord and Lean Not Trust in the Lord and Lean Not

    Bonnie H. Cordon April 2017

    In Proverbs 3:5–6, we read this counsel:

  34. Brighter and Brighter until the Perfect Day Brighter and Brighter until the Perfect Day

    Mark A. Bragg April 2017

    The light of the gospel is the path that “shineth more and more unto the perfect day,” and it shines brightest in our families and in temples throughout the world.

  35. Whatsoever He Saith unto You, Do It Whatsoever He Saith unto You, Do It

    L. Whitney Clayton April 2017

    Every day, consciously or otherwise, we all choose “whom [we] will serve.” We demonstrate our determination to serve the Lord by faithfully engaging in daily acts of devotion.

  36. For Our Spiritual Development and Learning For Our Spiritual Development and Learning

    W. Mark Bassett October 2016

    Ancient prophets taught this same principle, demonstrating that over time human nature has not changed and that the Lord’s pattern for learning is timeless.

  37. That They Do Always Remember Him That They Do Always Remember Him

    Claudio R. M. Costa October 2015

    I believe the Lord has His own timing as to when to give revelation unto us.

  38. Therefore They Hushed Their Fears Therefore They Hushed Their Fears

    David A. Bednar April 2015

    As the scriptures certify, godly fear “is the beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7), “the instruction of wisdom” (Proverbs 15:33), a “strong confidence” (Proverbs 14:26), and “a fountain of life” (Proverbs 14:27).

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

    Carol F. McConkie October 2014

    We heed prophetic word even when it may seem unreasonable, inconvenient, and uncomfortable.

  40. Ponder the Path of Thy Feet Ponder the Path of Thy Feet

    Thomas S. Monson October 2014

    We read in Proverbs the admonition, “Ponder the path of thy feet.” As we do, we will have the faith, even the desire, to walk the path which Jesus walked.

  41. Daughters in the Covenant Daughters in the Covenant

    Henry B. Eyring April 2014

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”

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

    Richard G. Scott October 2013

    The joyful news for anyone who desires to be rid of the consequences of past poor choices is that the Lord sees weaknesses differently than He does rebellion.

  43. The Lord’s Way The Lord’s Way

    Stanley G. Ellis April 2013

    One of the evils of these last days is that “every man walketh in his own way” (D&C 1:16).

  44. By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled

    Marcus B. Nash October 2012

    If, because of unbelief or doubt, you find your faith wavering, remember that even the ancient Apostles implored the Lord to “increase our faith.” Bearing in mind that faith and reason are necessary companions, consider the following analogy: faith and reason are like the two wings of an aircraft.

  45. The Power of Scripture The Power of Scripture

    Richard G. Scott October 2011

    “Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding” (Proverbs 3:5–7, 11–13).

  46. Counsel to Youth Counsel to Youth

    Boyd K. Packer October 2011

    You must learn to “trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.” You must be trustworthy and surround yourself with friends who desire to be likewise.

  47. Guardians of Virtue Guardians of Virtue

    Elaine S. Dalton April 2011

    Being a guardian of virtue means you will always be modest not only in your dress but also in your speech, your actions, and your use of social media.

  48. A Word at Closing A Word at Closing

    Thomas S. Monson April 2010

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”

  49. Love and Law Love and Law

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2009

    Parents should also remember the Lord’s frequent teaching that “whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth” (Hebrews 12:6).

  50. Come Let Us Go Up to the Mountain of the Lord Come Let Us Go Up to the Mountain of the Lord

    Elaine S. Dalton April 2009

    The value of virtue has been given a symbolic color, like the other values.

  51. Lay Up in Store Lay Up in Store

    Keith B. McMullin April 2007

    As a final thought, Brother Vaccarono writes: “I’m sorry for my English.

  52. Stay on the Path Stay on the Path

    Elaine S. Dalton April 2007

    The Savior is the perfect example of virtue.

  53. To Young Women To Young Women

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2005

    In this same vein may I address an even more sensitive subject.

  54. Faith Is the Answer Faith Is the Answer

    David E. Sorensen April 2005

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”

  55. Choose You This Day Choose You This Day

    Thomas S. Monson October 2004

    Second, “Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity.”

  56. If Ye Are Prepared Ye Shall Not Fear If Ye Are Prepared Ye Shall Not Fear

    Thomas S. Monson October 2004

    Being a mother has never been an easy role.

  57. Believe! Believe!

    Elaine S. Dalton April 2004

    Over a period of many months, I prayed for help and guidance.

  58. The State of the Church The State of the Church

    Gordon B. Hinckley October 2003

    We recently were applauded in the public press for giving three million dollars to vaccinate children against measles in Africa.

  59. The Sustaining Power of Faith in Times of Uncertainty and Testing The Sustaining Power of Faith in Times of Uncertainty and Testing

    Richard G. Scott April 2003

    Motivating faith is centered in trust in the Lord and in His willingness to answer your needs.

  60. Follow the Instructions Follow the Instructions

    D. Rex Gerratt April 2003

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5–6).

  61. They Pray and They Go They Pray and They Go

    Thomas S. Monson April 2002

    “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

  62. “Set in Order Thy House” “Set in Order Thy House”

    Russell M. Nelson October 2001

    From the Old Testament Proverbs we read, “Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is thy life.”

  63. Living by Scriptural Guidance Living by Scriptural Guidance

    Russell M. Nelson October 2000

    Living the Lord’s standards requires that we cultivate the gift of the Holy Ghost.

  64. The Call to Serve The Call to Serve

    Thomas S. Monson October 2000

    From Proverbs comes the counsel, and I love it, “Ponder the path of thy feet.”

  65. Becoming Our Best Selves Becoming Our Best Selves

    Thomas S. Monson October 1999

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” When we do, we will come to realize that we have been on His holy errand, that His divine purposes have been fulfilled, and that we have shared in that fulfillment.

  66. Peace, Hope, and Direction Peace, Hope, and Direction

    Patricia P. Pinegar October 1999

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Prov.

  67. Think to Thank Think to Thank

    Thomas S. Monson October 1998

    At the funeral services for the five little angels, I counseled: “There is one phrase which should be erased from your thinking and from the words you speak aloud.

  68. “The Heart and a Willing Mind” “The Heart and a Willing Mind”

    James M. Paramore April 1998

    Youth, may I leave with you a few thoughts that will help you create that kind of a “heart and a willing mind.” First, we testify to this world that there is a God and He has sent His Beloved Son to establish the importance of this journey to earth and back.

  69. How Near to the Angels How Near to the Angels

    James E. Faust April 1998

    Sequentially is a big word meaning to do things one at a time at different times.

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

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 1997

    Do the best you can through these years, but whatever else you do, cherish that role that is so uniquely yours and for which heaven itself sends angels to watch over you and your little ones.

  71. Pioneers All Pioneers All

    Thomas S. Monson April 1997

    From Proverbs comes the counsel “Ponder the path of thy feet.”

  72. “Thou Shalt Have No Other Gods” “Thou Shalt Have No Other Gods”

    Russell M. Nelson April 1996

    Facing upward is crucial for successful parenting.

  73. The Way of the Master The Way of the Master

    Thomas S. Monson April 1996

    Believe in Him.

  74. Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

    Richard G. Scott October 1995

    Just when all seems to be going right, challenges often come in multiple doses applied simultaneously.

  75. Patience—A Heavenly Virtue Patience—A Heavenly Virtue

    Thomas S. Monson October 1995

    I was touched by their sincerity.

  76. Answers to Life’s Questions Answers to Life’s Questions

    M. Russell Ballard April 1995

    We mortals have a limited view of life from the eternal perspective.

  77. Children of the Covenant Children of the Covenant

    Russell M. Nelson April 1995

    Thus we see that the scriptural term peculiar signifies “valued treasure,” “made” or “selected by God.” For us to be identified by servants of the Lord as his peculiar people is a compliment of the highest order.

  78. Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

    Andrea Allen April 1995

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” [Prov.

  79. Your Personal Checklist for a Successful Eternal Flight Your Personal Checklist for a Successful Eternal Flight

    Hugh W. Pinnock October 1993

    Fourth checklist item: Education.

  80. “Ponder the Path of Thy Feet” “Ponder the Path of Thy Feet”

    Elaine L. Jack October 1993

    In Proverbs we read the admonition, “Ponder the path of thy feet” (Prov.

  81. Spiritual Bonfires of Testimony Spiritual Bonfires of Testimony

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1992

    Scripture teaches us: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding” (Prov.

  82. Doors of Death Doors of Death

    Russell M. Nelson April 1992

    “A time to be born, and a time to die” (Eccl.

  83. Listen to Learn Listen to Learn

    Russell M. Nelson April 1991

    This experience will not have been in vain if others can listen and learn from it.

  84. Never Alone Never Alone

    Thomas S. Monson April 1991

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Prov.

  85. To Draw Closer to God To Draw Closer to God

    Henry B. Eyring April 1991

    “For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth” (Prov.

  86. Hour of Conversion Hour of Conversion

    Robert K. Dellenbach October 1990

    Fourth, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding” (Prov.

  87. The Straight and Narrow Way The Straight and Narrow Way

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1990

    Daily prayers can help us keep on the path that leads to eternal life.

  88. Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

    Richard G. Scott April 1989

    Don’t face the world alone.

  89. “Lord, When Saw We Thee an Hungred?” “Lord, When Saw We Thee an Hungred?”

    Joy F. Evans April 1989

    Today, countless women in the Church reach out to others through visiting teaching and compassionate service, which are still the heart of Relief Society.

  90. Making Righteous Choices at the Crossroads of Life Making Righteous Choices at the Crossroads of Life

    Robert D. Hales October 1988

    “Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding.” (Prov.

  91. The Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood The Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood

    Carlos E. Asay October 1985

    Promise 1.

  92. The Holy Scriptures: Letters from Home The Holy Scriptures: Letters from Home

    Ardeth G. Kapp October 1985

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Prov.

  93. Reverence for Life Reverence for Life

    Russell M. Nelson April 1985

    “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

  94. Eternal Marriage Eternal Marriage

    Marion D. Hanks October 1984

    Honorable marriage is approved of the Lord.

  95. Building Your Eternal Home Building Your Eternal Home

    Thomas S. Monson April 1984

    Our house is to be a house of order.

  96. Spiritual Guides for Teachers of Righteousness Spiritual Guides for Teachers of Righteousness

    Gene R. Cook April 1982

    With others he disguises truth and equates spirituality with knowledge, with little or no emphasis on application of truths in personal lives.

  97. “He Is Risen” “He Is Risen”

    Thomas S. Monson October 1981

    And the audience, including Elders Marvin J.

  98. “For Whatsoever a Man Soweth, That Shall He Also Reap” “For Whatsoever a Man Soweth, That Shall He Also Reap”

    L. Tom Perry October 1980

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Prov.

  99. Celestial Marriages and Eternal Families Celestial Marriages and Eternal Families

    N. Eldon Tanner April 1980

    “I know that, whatsoever God doeth, it shall be for ever” (Eccl.

  100. Seeing the Five A’s Seeing the Five A’s

    Marion D. Hanks October 1977

    But we must take people—boys and girls, men and women—where they are, as they are, in the imperfect conditions that so widely exist, in the personal imperfections which are universal.

  101. The Laws of God The Laws of God

    N. Eldon Tanner October 1975

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Prov.

  102. A Time for Every Purpose A Time for Every Purpose

    Paul H. Dunn April 1975

    You recall the words of the Old Testament poet: “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under … heaven.” (Eccl.

  103. Why Is My Boy Wandering Tonight? Why Is My Boy Wandering Tonight?

    N. Eldon Tanner October 1974

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Prov.

  104. Justice and Mercy Justice and Mercy

    James A. Cullimore April 1974

    “For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.” (Prov.

  105. To Serve the Master To Serve the Master

    O. Leslie Stone October 1972

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Prov.

  106. Great Experiences Great Experiences

    Sterling W. Sill April 1971

    My brothers and sisters; as a text for my remarks I would like to quote an interesting line from Ecclesiastes in which the wise man Solomon said, “My heart had great experience.” (Eccl.

  107. Help Needed in the Shaded Areas Help Needed in the Shaded Areas

    William H. Bennett April 1971

    “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Prov.