Confidence filter
  1. Cleansed by Repentance

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2019 Sunday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14, 26)

    The purpose of this Final Judgment is to determine whether we have achieved what Alma described as a “mighty change of heart” (see Alma 5:14, 26), where we have become new creatures, with “no more disposition to do evil, but to do good continually” (Mosiah 5:2).

    Alludes to High confidence
  2. The Rescue for Real Growth

    Richard C. Edgley April 2012 Priesthood Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    In recent months increased emphasis has been placed on establishing “real growth” in the Church, bringing all who will to the receiving and keeping of covenants and saving ordinances and living with a mighty change of heart as described by Alma (see Alma 5:14).

    Alludes to High confidence
  3. O That Cunning Plan of the Evil One

    M. Russell Ballard October 2010 Sunday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Because our goal is to become more like our Savior and to eventually qualify to live with our Heavenly Father, each of us needs to experience the mighty change in our hearts described by the prophet Alma in the Book of Mormon (see Alma 5:14).

    Alludes to High confidence
  4. Becoming Provident Providers Temporally and Spiritually

    Robert D. Hales April 2009 Saturday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

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

    Alludes to High confidence
  5. Live by Faith and Not by Fear

    Quentin L. Cook October 2007 Sunday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    There is no other name under heaven whereby man can be saved (see Acts 4:12).

    Alludes to High confidence
  6. A Defense and a Refuge

    Boyd K. Packer October 2006 Sunday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Those Brethren on Ensign Peak knew that they were to live ordinary lives and keep the image of Christ engraven in their countenances (see Alma 5:14).

    Alludes to High confidence
  7. Creating a Gospel-Sharing Home

    M. Russell Ballard April 2006 Sunday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    When we truly understand how great a blessing the gospel of Jesus Christ is in our lives, when we accept and embrace these eternal truths and allow them to sink deep into our hearts and souls, we experience a “mighty change” (Alma 5:14) in our hearts.

    Alludes to High confidence
  8. The Sanctity of the Body

    Susan W. Tanner October 2005 Saturday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14, 19)

    I am troubled by the practice of extreme makeovers.

    Alludes to High confidence
  9. A Still, Small Voice and a Throbbing Heart

    Richard C. Edgley April 2005 Saturday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Alma had his way of asking about the spiritual condition of our hearts.

    Alludes to High confidence
  10. Pure Testimony

    M. Russell Ballard October 2004 Saturday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Simply stated, testimony—real testimony, born of the Spirit and confirmed by the Holy Ghost—changes lives.

    Alludes to High confidence
  11. The Peaceable Things of the Kingdom

    M. Russell Ballard April 2002 Sunday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    They sat with their missionaries, and the light of the gospel literally shone from them.

    Alludes to High confidence
  12. The Joy of Womanhood

    Margaret D. Nadauld October 2000 Saturday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Our outward appearance is a reflection of what we are on the inside.

    Alludes to High confidence
  13. “Behold the Man”

    Richard C. Edgley October 1999 Priesthood Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Ben, you can describe a man in inches, pounds, complexion, or physique.

    Alludes to High confidence
  14. A Disciple, a Friend

    Richard C. Edgley April 1998 Saturday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Alma queried: “Have ye spiritually been born of God?

    Alludes to High confidence
  15. “Swallowed Up in the Will of the Father”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1995 Saturday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    A sister gives commendable, visible civic service.

    Alludes to High confidence
  16. “Walk with Me”

    Elaine L. Jack April 1994 Saturday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Alma described what happens when we are not only present but counted as Christ’s disciples when he said: “Have ye spiritually been born of God?

    Alludes to High confidence
  17. A Mighty Change of Heart

    Spencer J. Condie October 1993 Saturday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    One of the powerful doctrines of the Book of Mormon is that we can, indeed we must, undergo a mighty change of heart (see Mosiah 5:2; Alma 5:14).

    Alludes to High confidence
  18. Come unto Christ

    Lowell D. Wood April 1993 Sunday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    As we come unto Christ, we must surrender our worldly ways, our pride, and our selfishness.

    Alludes to High confidence
  19. Coming unto Christ by Searching the Scriptures

    Merrill J. Bateman October 1992 Saturday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Alma’s explanation of the tree growing within and changing people’s hearts gives light to an earlier set of questions that he asked Church members.

    Alludes to High confidence
  20. Be Men!

    Carlos E. Asay April 1992 Priesthood Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14, 19)

    We who bear the priesthood must be on guard; we must not be influenced by barbarian voices in our quest to become men (see 1 Cor.

    Alludes to High confidence
  21. Repentance

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1991 Saturday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    In this rigorous process, so much clearly depends upon meekness.

    Alludes to High confidence
  22. Change

    Jacob de Jager April 1991 Priesthood Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    I pray, brethren, that we may be ever mindful of these admonitions of Amulek—at home, at work, in the community where we live, in our Church callings—and that we may answer the often-quoted question of Alma, “Have ye experienced this mighty change in your hearts?” (Alma 5:14) with a resounding “Yes, we have!”

    Alludes to High confidence
  23. “Answer Me”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1988 Saturday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Besides, we are all beggars anyway (see Mosiah 4:19), beggars rescued by the Creator of the universe who lived humbly as a person “of no reputation.” (Philip.

    Alludes to High confidence
  24. Inviting Others to “Come unto Christ”

    Gene R. Cook October 1988 Priesthood Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Perhaps we are at the time in our ministry when, in preparation for the Lord’s second coming, when with renewed emphasis, in love, we must call men to repentance.

    Alludes to High confidence
  25. Taking upon Us the Name of Jesus Christ

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1985 Sunday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14; 36:23)

    As a second obvious meaning, we take upon us our Savior’s name when we become members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

    Alludes to High confidence
  26. The Joy of the Penetrating Light

    F. Enzio Busche October 1984 Saturday Afternoon Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14, 27, 33)

    “Behold, he sendeth an invitation unto all men, for the arms of mercy are extended towards them, and he saith: Repent, and I will receive you.” (Alma 5:14, 27, 33.)

    Alludes to High confidence
  27. What Manner of Men Ought We to Be?

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1983 Priesthood Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14, 19)

    Let us as priesthood brethren have His image in our countenances.

    Alludes to High confidence
  28. Progress through Change

    Marvin J. Ashton October 1979 Sunday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Certain steps can help one make constructive, worthwhile changes in life.

    Alludes to High confidence
  29. Young Women—Real Guardians

    David B. Haight October 1977 Sunday Morning Session

    Open paragraph (Alma 5:14)

    Let there radiate from you young women a spirit and influence that will have the power to cause “a mighty change” (Alma 5:14) when needed in the hearts of our young men.

    Alludes to High confidence