If you expect to find perfect people here, you will be disappointed. We are eternal beings, children of the Almighty God, whose name is Endless13 and who promises eternal blessings without number. Come heed the call of the gentle Christ. For here you will find what is precious beyond price. In the hours following His Crucifixion, they were consumed with despair and grief, unable to understand what had just happened. Some might say, I dont think I could live up to your standards.. When the Apostles recognized the risen Christwhen they experienced the glorious Resurrection of their beloved Saviorthey became different men. The Savior always teaches timeless truths. Those who join this Church love the Savior Jesus Christ and they wish to follow Him. Because we are made of the stuff of eternity. Why would anyone want to join such a church?, The couple smiled and said, We thought you would never ask.. One might ask, If the gospel is so wonderful, why would anyone leave?. It is filled with people who desire with all their heart to keep the commandments, even if they havent mastered them yet. The best guide you can possibly have for making choices is Jesus Christ. It inspires humility and fosters empathy toward our fellowmen and all of Gods creation. To make this possible, He sent Jesus Christ to be your Savior. Therefore, my dear brothers and sistersmy dear friendsplease, first doubt your doubts before you doubt your faith.8 We must never allow doubt to hold us prisoner and keep us from the divine love, peace, and gifts that come through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. In pain, we can glory in Christs Atonement. You can build a joyful, happy life because Jesus Christ is your strength. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints In their zeal to stop people from breaking the law, they compiled hundreds of rules based on their understanding of sacred writings. If we earnestly keep practicing, always striving to keep Gods commandments, and committing our efforts to repenting, enduring, and applying what we learn, line upon line, we will gather light into our souls.10 And though we may not fully comprehend our full potential now, we know that, when [the Savior] shall appear, we will see His countenance in us and shall see him as he is.11, Yes, the world is in turmoil. Elder DavidA. Bednar taught that principles of righteousness help us to look beyond our personal preferences and self-centered desires by providing the precious perspective of eternal truth as we navigate the different circumstances, challenges, decisions, and experiences of mortality (The Principles of My Gospel, Liahona, May 2021, 12324). The waiter could scarcely wait for the mans reaction. Brothers and sisters, dear friends, we need your unique talents and perspectives. Suppose Jesus came to your ward, to your branch, or to your home today. Years later, following Elder Uchtdorf. There may have been things said or done that were not in harmony with our values, principles, or doctrine. They changed the lives of people everywhere. For the Strength of Youth focuses on the foundation for your choices. Collected Talks of Dieter F. Uchtdorf Ben Crowder Collected Talks of Dieter F. Uchtdorf If you're aware of any talks available online that aren't listed here, please let me know. How can we balance the many demands of life with our desires to offer our whole souls to the Lord? Elder Uchtdorf posted on Facebook on Aug. 11 about the 60-year anniversary of the beginning of construction on the Berlin Wall. An Offering unto Him Just days before He gave His life for us, Jesus Christ was at the temple in Jerusalem, watching people make donations to the temple treasury. My sins will not only be forgiven; they will not even be remembered. Those burdened with sin find forgiveness, liberty, and rest. Job 36:26 - no one can know the number of God's years. Of this I bear my solemn witness as an Apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ and leave you my heartfelt blessing in deep gratitude and love for you, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen. But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.6. For those who are not, dont worry. God among Us By Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. We "live by every word that proceedeth forth from the mouth of God." 32 And yet we must always remember that "all the law and the prophets" point to the two great commandments. We would be forever changed. Gratitude to our Father in Heaven broadens our perception and clears our vision. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session ofOctober 2021 general conference. Elder Christofferson teaches that the doctrine of belonging includes welcoming diversity, being willing to serve and sacrifice, and knowing the Saviors role. You can love and serve His children. All rights reserved. It can happen to anyone. There is an old story of a waiter who asked a customer whether he had enjoyed the meal. We made a commitment then, he said, to seek first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness [Matthew 6:33], feeling confident that everything else would be added unto us, as the Lord promised (Russell Marion Nelson, From Heart to Heart: An Autobiography [1979], 114). Yea, come unto him, and offer your whole souls as an offering unto him.2. We can choose to be like the Mormon pioneers, who maintained a spirit of gratitude during their slow and painful trek toward the Great Salt Lake, even singing and dancing and glorying in the goodness of God.6 Many of us would have been inclined to withdraw, complain, and agonize about the difficulty of the journey. It was an anxious time for me, but it must have been terrifying for my beloved parents. We sometimes think that being grateful is what we do after our problems are solved, but how terribly shortsighted that is. In these moments, I have listened to my beloved brothers and sisters and grieved with them over their burdens. Throughout the ages, God has spoken through His servants, the prophets.1 This morning we have had the privilege to hear the prophet of God speak to all the world. He will lead you the right way. When his brothers tied him up on the shipwhich he had built to take them to the promised landhis ankles and wrists were so sore they had swollen exceedingly, and a violent storm threatened to swallow him up in the depths of the sea. I earnestly pray that your own search for truth will impress upon your heart the desire to come and join with us. I testify that this is true, as I also testify that Jesus Christ is our Master, our Redeemer, and our one and only Way back to our beloved Father in Heaven. They can refine us. Come and add your talents, gifts, and energies to ours. But those who set aside the bottle of bitterness and lift instead the goblet of gratitude can find a purifying drink of healing, peace, and understanding. With our heart and soul we yearn to become better with the help of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. April 2014. When you have questions, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best answer. And so he took a nine-foot-long (3-m) loaf of bread, cut it in half, and with a smile, served that to the customer. All of His commandments are given to make blessings available to us. They changed the world. There are many reasons for this, but may I offer a few? President Uchtdorf talked about Christ's everlasting love and capability to forgive even the most lost and wandering members and shared the parable of the lost sheep. And yes, we have weaknesses. Born on November 6, 1940, in Ostrava, Czechoslovakia, Dieter F. Uchtdorf had a childhood colored by the horror of World War II. The Apostle Paul compared it to looking through a glass, darkly.9 Theres a lot of confusion in the world about what is right and wrong. I extend to you my love and blessing at this joyful Easter season. Elder Uchtdorf was quick to point out that his family joined the Church through the efforts of a member missionary while his wife's family found the truth through full-time missionaries. And at the center of it all is His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ,7 and His sacrifice for us. Sacrifices are sacred and honored by the Lord.9, Consecration is different from sacrifice in at least one important way. The Joyful Burden of Discipleship. Just days before He gave His life for us, Jesus Christ was at the temple in Jerusalem, watching people make donations to the temple treasury. In fact, there is not just one reason that applies to the variety of situations. He knows that you cant do everything your heart wants you to do. It is a starting question for us as we contemplate becoming disciples of Jesus Christ. Tools. Commandments are opportunities to exercise our agency and to receive blessings. Sustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers, Follow Jesus Christ with Footsteps of Faith, Beauty for Ashes: The Healing Path of Forgiveness, Building a Life Resistant to the Adversary. See F.F. Bosworth, Christ the Healer (1924), 23. Rather, we put it to use in the Lords service. He married Sister Harriet Reich in 1962 and they are the parents of two children. That He actually appeared in our time to restore truth and lightHis gospel and His Church. the most worth is becoming transformed by the Savior, the one thing linking the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, shared an important lesson about missionary work, Read more October 2021 general conference coverage. As disciples of Christ, we are commanded to thank the Lord [our] God in all things,1 to sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving,2 and to let [our] heart be full of thanks unto God.3. But when you earnestly seek the trutheternal, unchanging truthyour choices become much clearer. Do members of your church actually do what you have said?, That and more. We see baptism as the starting point in our journey of discipleship. When you have important choices to make, Jesus Christ and His restored gospel are the best choice. My mother and father shared little about this burden with us four children. To our blessing, many of His words are recorded in the Doctrine and Covenantsavailable to anyone in the world who wishes to read and study them. Our offering may be small, but it must come from our heart and soul. I have pondered what to say to them, and I have struggled to know how to comfort and support them in their trials. Joseph Smith Translation, Matthew 6:38 provides additional insight: Seek not the things of this world but seek ye first to build up the kingdom of God, and to establish his righteousness (in Matthew 6:33, footnotea). And get pedaling. Principles are eternal and universal. Confidence, peace, safety, happiness and belonging can be found in Jesus Christ, His gospel and His Church. Elder Uchtdorf's conference talk is delightful and promises a memorable discussion for your group. But I see youre back to giving only two slices of bread., My dear brothers and sisters, the choice is ours. That is your future. Multicultural Conference Multicultural Conference. Just as forward momentum keeps a bicycle balanced and upright, moving forward helps an aircraft overcome the pull of gravity and drag. A question that creates doubt in some can, after careful investigation, build faith in others. And we should not be surprised to find that the Savior again teaches the core message of His gospel: Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy might, mind, and strength; and in the name of Jesus Christ thou shalt serve him.14 He inspires us to seek God15 and live by the teachings He has revealed to His servants, the prophets.16, He teaches us to love one another17 and to be full of charity towards all men.18, He invites us to be His hands, to go about doing good.19 Let us not love in word but in deed and in truth.20, He challenges us to heed His great commission: to love, to share, to invite all to His gospel and His Church.21, He commands us to build holy temples and to enter and serve there.22, He teaches us to become His disciplesthat our hearts should not strive for personal power, wealth, approval, or position. On the fourth day, the waiter was really determined to make the man happy. The next day, the waiter doubled the bread again, without success. Luke 5:10; 8:50; 12:7; Doctrine and Covenants 38:15; 50:41; 98:1. It takes patience. Elder Uchtdorf teaches that Jesus Christ is the best guide for making choices. There is one thing we can do to make life sweeter, more joyful, even glorious. In grief, we can still lift up our hearts in praise. They are called by inspiration. It does mean that through the eyes of faith we look beyond our present-day challenges. Good or evil? Most of all, those who succeed in balancing on a bicycle learn these important tips: Keep your eyes on the road in front of you. Will we also go away? This new version of For the Strength of Youth is subtitled A Guide for Making Choices. Others feel they are facing the end of hopethe hope of being married or bearing children or overcoming an illness. I realize that He has not doomed His children to stumble through mortality without hope for a bright and eternal future. When you feel weak, Jesus Christ is your strength. But He works through usHis imperfect childrenand imperfect people make mistakes. Because of Jesus Christ, our failures do not have to define us. The Costand Blessingsof Discipleship, Protection from Pornographya Christ-Focused Home, If Ye Love Me, Keep My Commandments. This type of gratitude transcends whatever is happening around us. What is it that keeps these flying machines soaring elegantly through the sky, crossing oceans and continents? (See John 6:28 .) The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Small, seemingly insignificant factors can make a major difference physically and spiritually. Experts were able to repair most of the statue, but the hands had been damaged so severely that they could not be restored. Uchtdorf was really on-point this conference. He asks us to stand firm with the power of the priesthood in our hearts and souls and give the calling we have at this moment our best efforts. Sooner or later, I believe that all of us experience times when the very fabric of our world tears at the seams, leaving us feeling alone, frustrated, and adrift. If these are your desires, then regardless of your circumstances, your personal history, or the strength of your testimony, there is room for you in this Church. When they read the holy scriptures3 and live the teachings of His prophets, they grow closer to the Savior they love so much. In this Church that honors personal agency so strongly, that was restored by a young man who asked questions and sought answers, we respect those who honestly search for truth. President Lund describes the spiritual strength that comes from FSY conferences and teaches how youth can maintain that strength. But perhaps there is another way to look at it. Ten hours of people giving talks? the man wondered. What qualifies someone to preach the gospel? My heart overflows with gratitude for my Heavenly Father. Over the years, I have had the sacred opportunity to meet with many people whose sorrows seem to reach the very depths of their soul. Come, join with us! As we set aside pride and approach His throne with a broken heart and a contrite spirit,30 He will draw near to us.31. That movement creates differences in air pressure that give the plane lift. To those who have separated themselves from the Church, I say, my dear friends, there is yet a place for you here. He is your strength. With this simple observation, the Savior taught us how offerings are measured in His kingdomand its quite different from the way we usually measure things. In his message directed to those of the rising generation, he reminded youth that Jesus Christ is their strength. Oh, no, the couple explained. About Us. Elder Eddy invites us to try the virtue of the word of God and drink deeply from the scriptures. It is a gratitude that heals the heart and expands the mind. The statue remained without hands. At the heart of Gods plan of happiness is the power to choose. Outward appearances would lose their importance. You need to put your trust in Jesus Christ. Coreyb. Those who follow this path faithfully avoid many of the pitfalls, sorrows, and regrets of life. This is what the widow at the temple treasury seemed to understand. Also see other collected talks. When I read this footnote, I had an interesting realizationeven the subheadings of a . 10. Think of it as your personal, daily restoration., When darkness creeps in, as it often does, daily restoration opens ones heart to heavenly light, which illuminates the soul, chasing away shadows, fears and doubts. As of September 2013 the Church has more than 15 million members around the world. My Home Donations Temple Appointments Leader and Clerk Resources Ward Directory and Map Calendar Meetinghouse Locator Notes Patriarchal Blessing All Tools. "Honestly acknowledge your questions and your concerns, but first and forever fan the flame of your faith because all things are possible to them that believe.". You might remember mistakes youve made, times you gave in to temptation, things you wish you hadnt doneor wish you had done better. We can choose to limit our gratitude, based on the blessings we feel we lack. Followers 0. In preparing for this message today, I have felt strong promptings to address the young women and young men. This may be one reason the Lord valued the widows mites more than the contribution of the wealthy. He met a nice couple who represented The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and asked, What do you require of your members?, We do not require anything, they replied. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorfof the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session of October 2022 general conference. But you can love and serve God. Romans 8:17; see also Doctrine and Covenants 84:38. 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