Simple Is the Doctrine of Jesus Christ

Henry B. Eyring · October 2024 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

“And now, as the preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God.”

The Words of Christ and the Holy Ghost Will Lead Us to the Truth

Takashi Wada · October 2024 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

This was the first time I remember reading the words of Jesus Christ.

Words Matter

Ronald A. Rasband · April 2024 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

“And now, as the preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God.”

The Virtue of the Word

Mark D. Eddy · October 2022 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

“And now, as the preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God.”

Sustainable Societies

D. Todd Christofferson · October 2020 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (2)

Nine years into what was called “the reign of the judges” in the Book of Mormon, the prophet Alma resigned his position as chief judge to give full time to his leadership of the Church.

Deep in Our Heart

Douglas D. Holmes · April 2020 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (2)

This revelation comes through the scriptures, especially the Book of Mormon; through inspired words of living prophets and other faithful disciples; and through the still, small voice.

Found through the Power of the Book of Mormon

Rubén V. Alliaud · October 2019 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

I came to know that the Book of Mormon was crucial in the conversion process by experiencing firsthand the promise that “a man would get nearer to God by abiding by its precepts.”

After the Trial of Our Faith

Jorge M. Alvarado · October 2019 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

“And now, as the preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God.”

Feasting upon the Words of Christ

Takashi Wada · April 2019 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

First, the words of Christ can help us “increase [our] spiritual capacity to receive revelation” (Russell M.

Can Ye Feel So Now?

Quentin L. Cook · October 2012 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (2)

Immersion in the scriptures is essential for spiritual nourishment.

Converted unto the Lord

David A. Bednar · October 2012 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

As is evidenced in Peter’s reply and the Savior’s instruction, a testimony is personal knowledge of spiritual truth obtained by revelation.

The Merciful Obtain Mercy

Dieter F. Uchtdorf · April 2012 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

I am impressed by the faith of this loving mother that a general conference talk could help heal the relationship between her children.

What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be?

Lynn G. Robbins · April 2011 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

Alma discovered this same principle, that “the preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword” (Alma 31:5; emphasis added).

The Power of Light and Truth

Robert R. Steuer · April 2008 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God.”

“I Will Remember Your Sins No More”

Boyd K. Packer · April 2006 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

After this severe rebuke, Alma the loving father became Alma the teacher.

Man’s Search for Divine Truth

Charles Didier · October 2005 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

Test and feel the powerful effect of the word of God upon your mind as given by the Lord’s servants (see Alma 31:5).

On Zion’s Hill

Boyd K. Packer · October 2005 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

“And now, as the preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God”

Do Not Fear

Boyd K. Packer · April 2004 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God”

Our Father’s Plan

Christoffel Golden Jr. · October 2001 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (2)

These indispensable resources include the ordinances and covenants of the gospel, in which the power of the Atonement is manifest.

The Power of Teaching Doctrine

Henry B. Eyring · April 1999 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

“And now, as the preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God”

“A Teacher Come from God”

Jeffrey R. Holland · April 1998 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

We do have a legitimate worry about the new member, wanting each one to stay with us and enjoy the full blessings of the Church.

Eternal Laws of Happiness

Lynn A. Mickelsen · October 1995 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (2)

Thou shalt not bow to any graven image.

“Remember Also the Promises”

Jay E. Jensen · October 1992 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

I love the scriptures.

“These … Were Our Examples”

Russell M. Nelson · October 1991 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

They applied the word of God (see Alma 31:5) not only in song but in sermons of example.

The Greatest Joy

Clinton L. Cutler · April 1990 · General Priesthood Meeting

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

It is more apparent to me now than ever that, as Alma of old declared, the word of the Lord and the preaching of his word has a greater tendency to lead the people to do that which is just.

Beware of Pride

Ezra Taft Benson · April 1989 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Alma 4:19; 31:5; 48:20)

We can choose to humble ourselves by going on missions and preaching the word that can humble others.

Inviting Others to “Come unto Christ”

Gene R. Cook · October 1988 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

Use the Scriptures.

The Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants

Ezra Taft Benson · April 1987 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

“As the preaching of the word had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto them—therefore Alma thought it was expedient that they should try the virtue of the word of God”

The Power of the Word

Ezra Taft Benson · April 1986 · Priesthood Leadership Meeting

Open paragraph (Alma 31:5)

Oh, my brethren, let us not treat lightly the great things we have received from the hand of the Lord!