Mosiah 1–3

2024 · Week 17

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Relevant conference talks

  1. About His Business About His Business

    Patrick Kearon April 2026

    I came to understand why everyone serves one another in a ward or branch: it affords us all the opportunity to pursue Christ and His virtues—such as charity, humility, meekness, forgiveness, and love—with people who may be very different to us.

  2. All Who Have Endured Valiantly All Who Have Endured Valiantly

    David A. Bednar April 2026

    As we strive to put off the natural man and become Saints through the Savior’s Atonement, we are to “come unto [Him],” be “born again,” bind ourselves to the Father and the Son through sacred covenants and ordinances, pledge our willingness to take upon us the Savior’s name, “receive a fulness of the Holy Ghost,” experience a “mighty change [of] heart,” and serve the Lord with all our “heart, might, mind and strength.” We are to become new creatures in Christ.

  3. Jesus Christ Is the Way Jesus Christ Is the Way

    Brian J. Holmes April 2026

    Think about it: None of us could know the true and living Christ without prophetic witness.

  4. Jesus Christ—the True Vine Jesus Christ—the True Vine

    Ulisses Soares April 2026

    The True Vine offers something far greater and eternal than visibility or acclaim—the promise to “dwell with God in a state of never-ending happiness.” With patience and perfect love, He continues to invite us to come unto Him through His words and the words of those whom He has called and ordained to represent Him, to speak in His name, and to testify of Him.

  5. Choose Jesus Christ as Your Guide Choose Jesus Christ as Your Guide

    Edward B. Rowe April 2026

    “The Son of God, the Father of heaven and earth, the Creator of all things from the beginning” invites us—we who “labour and are heavy laden” with our weaknesses and imperfections—to walk with Him as our guide.

  6. The Joy of a Covenant Relationship with God The Joy of a Covenant Relationship with God

    Thierry K. Mutombo April 2026

    We can grow in humility and strengthen our covenantal relationship with our Heavenly Father and our Savior Jesus Christ if we change our nature to become like a child, building our life on the rock, who is the Savior Jesus Christ, yielding in faith in Him, responding to the Holy Ghost’s direction to faithfully keep the covenants made with the Lord at our baptism and in the house of the Lord.

  7. Blessed Are the Peacemakers Blessed Are the Peacemakers

    Gary E. Stevenson October 2025

    Gratefully, our young men and women are similarly drawn to their Sermon-on-the-Mount moments: seminary, For the Strength of Youth conferences, and Come, Follow Me.

  8. 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?

  9. The Lord Is Hastening His Work The Lord Is Hastening His Work

    Quentin L. Cook October 2025

    However, do not get discouraged if eternal marriage is not possible at this time.

  10. “Lovest Thou Me?” “Lovest Thou Me?”

    Steven C. Barlow October 2025

    We show our love for Heavenly Father when we serve, listen to, love, lift, or minister to His children.

  11. 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.

  12. They Are Their Own Judges They Are Their Own Judges

    David A. Bednar October 2025

    I pray for the assistance of the Holy Ghost as we consider Heavenly Father’s plan of happiness and mercy, the Savior’s atoning role in the Father’s plan, and how we will “be accountable for [our] own sins in the day of judgment.”

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

    B. Corey Cuvelier October 2025

    What does it mean to be called by the name of Christ?

  14. As a Little Child As a Little Child

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2025

    It should be noted that even before Christ’s birth, King Benjamin’s farewell sermon included this profound comment on a child’s humility.

  15. Faith: A Bond of Trust and Loyalty Faith: A Bond of Trust and Loyalty

    Sandino Roman April 2025

    Next, use this exercise as an opportunity to get closer to God.

  16. Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior

    Dale G. Renlund April 2025

    The message of the parable is clear: when we serve others, we serve God; when we don’t, we disappoint.

  17. And We Talk of Christ And We Talk of Christ

    Gary E. Stevenson April 2025

    We rejoice that because of the Savior’s atoning sacrifice, we can be forgiven and cleansed of our sins as we repent.

  18. Thou Art the Christ Thou Art the Christ

    Amy A. Wright April 2025

    This Jesus should not be a fictional Jesus, or a simplistic Jesus, or a bodiless Jesus, or a casual Jesus, or an unknown Jesus, but a glorified, omnipotent, resurrected, exalted, worshipful, powerful Only Begotten Son of God, who is mighty to save.

  19. The Plan of Mercy The Plan of Mercy

    James R. Rasband April 2025

    Is it true, as Alma testified, that Christ suffered not only for our sins but for our “pains and afflictions” so that He could “know … how to succor his people according to their infirmities”?

  20. Beware the Second Temptation Beware the Second Temptation

    Scott D. Whiting April 2025

    Instead, avail yourself of the miraculous healing power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

  21. Harden Not Your Heart Harden Not Your Heart

    Christopher H. Kim April 2025

    As we experience the joy of softening our hearts and coming to the Lord, we become “as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.”

  22. The Love of God The Love of God

    Benjamin M. Z. Tai April 2025

    Jesus Christ embodies Heavenly Father’s love for us.

  23. God’s Favourite God’s Favourite

    Karl D. Hirst October 2024

    Let’s become “rooted and grounded” in our Jesus and in His love.

  24. Trusting Our Father Trusting Our Father

    David P. Homer October 2024

    Elder Neal A.

  25. Following Christ Following Christ

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2024

    The Book of Mormon frequently declares that Christ is “the light of the world.” During His appearance to the Nephites, the risen Lord explained that teaching by telling them: “I have set an example for you.” “I am the light which ye shall hold up—that which ye have seen me do.” He is our role model.

  26. Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2024

    In the end, burying our weapons of rebellion against God simply means yielding to the enticing of the Holy Spirit, putting off the natural man, and becoming “a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord.” It means putting the first commandment first in our lives.

  27. The Wind Did Never Cease to Blow The Wind Did Never Cease to Blow

    Aroldo B. Cavalcante October 2024

    Their assistance is a perfect example of King Benjamin’s teaching “that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”

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

    David A. Bednar October 2024

    If, however, you or I believe we could be afflicted with and by pride, then we consistently will do the small and simple things that will protect and help us become “as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon [us].” “Blessed are they who humble themselves without being compelled to be humble.”

  29. “I Am He” “I Am He”

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2024

    The second characteristic of Jesus’s divine charity was His obedience to every word that proceeded from God’s mouth, always aligning His will and behavior with that of His Heavenly Father.

  30. Mortality Works! Mortality Works!

    Brook P. Hales October 2024

    As King Benjamin taught: “And moreover, I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.

  31. O Youth of the Noble Birthright O Youth of the Noble Birthright

    Bradley R. Wilcox October 2024

    And before you become discouraged by all the extra obligations, please remember that crew members receive something the other passengers do not: compensation.

  32. “Behold I Am the Light Which Ye Shall Hold Up” “Behold I Am the Light Which Ye Shall Hold Up”

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2024

    King Benjamin, in the Book of Mormon, said to the people, “I am like as yourselves, subject to all manner of infirmities in body and mind; yet I have been chosen … and was suffered by the hand of the Lord … and have been kept and preserved by his matchless power, to serve you with all the might, mind and strength which the Lord hath granted unto me.”

  33. Pillars and Rays Pillars and Rays

    Alexander Dushku April 2024

    You may have felt the love of God for others as you served them.

  34. A Record of What I Have Both Seen and Heard A Record of What I Have Both Seen and Heard

    Brent H. Nielson April 2024

    I testify that I have seen with my own eyes what Nephi saw—you, the covenant Saints in every land, armed with righteousness and the power of God.

  35. A Higher Joy A Higher Joy

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2024

    “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God,” and God will repay your kindness generously.

  36. God’s Intent Is to Bring You Home God’s Intent Is to Bring You Home

    Patrick Kearon April 2024

    God wants for us a radical reorientation of our selfish and prideful impulses, the eviction of the natural man, for us to “go, and sin no more.”

  37. Bridging the Two Great Commandments Bridging the Two Great Commandments

    Gary E. Stevenson April 2024

    King Benjamin promised remarkable power for those who follow the first great commandment.

  38. Preserving the Voice of the Covenant People in the Rising Generation Preserving the Voice of the Covenant People in the Rising Generation

    Jan E. Newman October 2023

    We learn this lesson from another account in the Book of Mormon.

  39. Do You Want to Be Happy? Do You Want to Be Happy?

    Yoon Hwan Choi October 2023

    King Benjamin in the Book of Mormon testifies: “I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.

  40. God Knows and Loves You God Knows and Loves You

    Alan T. Phillips October 2023

    Your life has meaning and purpose.

  41. Walking in Covenant Relationship with Christ Walking in Covenant Relationship with Christ

    Emily Belle Freeman October 2023

    When I returned home from Israel, I listened more closely to the conversations around me regarding covenants.

  42. Be Peaceable Followers of Christ Be Peaceable Followers of Christ

    Quentin L. Cook October 2023

    The scriptures are clear: peaceable followers of Christ who are righteous, follow the Savior, and keep His commandments will be blessed.

  43. Jesus Christ Is the Treasure Jesus Christ Is the Treasure

    Dale G. Renlund October 2023

    Our spiritual foundation is strengthened through repentance and by conscientiously preparing for and worthily partaking of the sacrament.

  44. 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

    I am grateful to witness the ongoing fulfillment of the Lord’s promise that “the time shall come when the knowledge of a Savior shall spread throughout every nation, kindred, tongue, and people,” including to those “upon the isles of the sea.”

  45. The Greatest Easter Story Ever Told The Greatest Easter Story Ever Told

    Gary E. Stevenson April 2023

    Dear brothers and sisters, the time has come, foretold by prophets of old, “when the knowledge of a Savior shall spread throughout every nation, kindred, tongue, and people.” We are seeing the fulfillment of this prophecy before our very eyes, through the witness of Jesus Christ found in the Book of Mormon.

  46. Just Keep Going—with Faith Just Keep Going—with Faith

    Carl B. Cook April 2023

    Just as the Savior finished the work He was given to do, He has the power to help us finish the work we have been given.

  47. Accessing God’s Power through Covenants Accessing God’s Power through Covenants

    Dale G. Renlund April 2023

    Unlike the Amazon, we can choose whether we yield to heavenly powers or “go with the flow.” Going against the flow may be difficult.

  48. “There Can Be Nothing So Exquisite and Sweet as Was My Joy” “There Can Be Nothing So Exquisite and Sweet as Was My Joy”

    Craig C. Christensen April 2023

    The gospel message is a message of hope, of “good tidings of great joy,” and the means whereby all can experience peace and occasions of joy in this life and receive a fulness of joy in the life to come.

  49. Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2023

    Parents, thank you for everything you’re doing to raise your children.

  50. Followers of the Prince of Peace Followers of the Prince of Peace

    Ulisses Soares April 2023

    I promise you that as we pursue and develop these attributes, we will become more and more cordial and sensitive to the needs of our fellow beings and will experience joy, peace, and spiritual growth.

  51. My Mind Caught Hold upon This Thought of Jesus Christ My Mind Caught Hold upon This Thought of Jesus Christ

    Neil L. Andersen April 2023

    Four years ago, by reducing the time of our sacrament meeting, we increased our focus on partaking of the Lord’s sacrament.

  52. Peacemakers Needed Peacemakers Needed

    Russell M. Nelson April 2023

    Today is Palm Sunday.

  53. “Abide in Me, and I in You; Therefore Walk with Me” “Abide in Me, and I in You; Therefore Walk with Me”

    David A. Bednar April 2023

    And we abide in Him by serving God as we serve His children and minister to our brothers and sisters.

  54. Helping the Poor and Distressed Helping the Poor and Distressed

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2022

    In more than 38 years as an Apostle and over 30 years of professional employment, I have seen many generous efforts by organizations and persons of the kind this revelation describes as “a good cause” and “bring[ing] to pass much righteousness.” There are uncounted examples of such humanitarian service throughout the world, beyond our own borders and beyond our common knowledge.

  55. Seeing More of Jesus Christ in Our Lives Seeing More of Jesus Christ in Our Lives

    Tracy Y. Browning October 2022

    Brothers and sisters, how humbled I am to stand before you this morning.

  56. Let Doing Good Be Our Normal Let Doing Good Be Our Normal

    Rafael E. Pino October 2022

    I pray that our normality may allow us to experience that state of “never-ending happiness” (Mosiah 2:41) that is promised to those who keep the commandments of God and that, while doing so, we may be able to say, “And it came to pass that we lived after the manner of happiness” (2 Nephi 5:27).

  57. This Day This Day

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2022

    My dear brothers and sisters, in the Book of Mormon the phrase “this day” is used repeatedly to call attention to counsel, promises, and teachings.

  58. In Partnership with the Lord In Partnership with the Lord

    Ulisses Soares October 2022

    Let us consider two fundamental principles that strengthen the partnership between man and woman.

  59. Courage to Proclaim the Truth Courage to Proclaim the Truth

    Denelson Silva October 2022

    The experience I had at the end of my topography degree taught me that we always defend the truth when we proclaim it and that defending the truth is a proactive thing.

  60. Patterns of Discipleship Patterns of Discipleship

    Joseph W. Sitati October 2022

    But to acknowledge, believe, and continue in God, our hearts need to be receptive to the Spirit of truth.

  61. Overcome the World and Find Rest Overcome the World and Find Rest

    Russell M. Nelson October 2022

    How, then, do we overcome the world?

  62. 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

    “And … whosoever is of my church, and endureth of my church to the end, him will I establish upon my rock.”

  63. But We Heeded Them Not But We Heeded Them Not

    David A. Bednar April 2022

    Let me suggest that holding fast to the word of God entails (1) remembering, honoring, and strengthening the personal connection we have with the Savior and His Father through the covenants and ordinances of the restored gospel and (2) prayerfully, earnestly, and consistently using the holy scriptures and the teachings of living prophets and apostles as sure sources of revealed truth.

  64. A Mighty Change of Heart: A Mighty Change of Heart:

    Eduardo Gavarret April 2022

    When we turn our lives toward the temple.

  65. Steady in the Storms Steady in the Storms

    Henry B. Eyring April 2022

    King Benjamin went on to say, “O, all ye old men, and also ye young men, and you little children who can understand my words, for I have spoken plainly unto you that ye might understand, I pray that ye should awake to a remembrance of the awful situation of those that have fallen into transgression.”

  66. Fear Not: Believe Only! Fear Not: Believe Only!

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2022

    Because each of you in this audience is precious to God and to this Church, I close with this special apostolic declaration.

  67. Lift Up Your Heart and Rejoice Lift Up Your Heart and Rejoice

    Marcos A. Aidukaitis April 2022

    Among the many rich blessings He has given me for serving Him as a full-time missionary are a greater faith in Jesus Christ and His Atonement and a stronger knowledge and testimony of His teachings, so that I am not easily swayed by “every wind of doctrine” (Ephesians 4:14).

  68. We Each Have a Story We Each Have a Story

    Gerrit W. Gong April 2022

    God wants our families to be happy and forever.

  69. “Then Will I Make Weak Things Become Strong” “Then Will I Make Weak Things Become Strong”

    Kevin S. Hamilton April 2022

    King Benjamin taught that “the natural man is an enemy to God, … and will be, forever and ever, unless he … putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, [and] humble.”

  70. Conversion to the Will of God Conversion to the Will of God

    Quentin L. Cook April 2022

    The “works of righteousness” emanate from and are the fruits of conversion.

  71. Your Divine Nature and Eternal Destiny Your Divine Nature and Eternal Destiny

    Dale G. Renlund April 2022

    The Spirit plays a pivotal role in communicating God’s love to us.

  72. The Power of Spiritual Momentum The Power of Spiritual Momentum

    Russell M. Nelson April 2022

    Please do not fear or delay repenting.

  73. Come into the Fold of God Come into the Fold of God

    Randy D. Funk April 2022

    As one of the missionaries in that humble, faith-filled home 49 years ago, I have witnessed in them what King Benjamin taught in the Book of Mormon: “I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.

  74. Becoming More in Christ: The Parable of the Slope Becoming More in Christ: The Parable of the Slope

    Clark G. Gilbert October 2021

    This principle should give comfort to those who struggle, and pause to those who seem to have every advantage.

  75. Worthiness Is Not Flawlessness Worthiness Is Not Flawlessness

    Bradley R. Wilcox October 2021

    Some mistakenly receive the message that repentance and change are unnecessary.

  76. Daily Restoration Daily Restoration

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2021

    As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we assemble for this purpose every Sabbath day throughout the year.

  77. Trust Again Trust Again

    Gerrit W. Gong October 2021

    Trust God and His miracles.

  78. Giving Holiness to the Lord Giving Holiness to the Lord

    L. Todd Budge October 2021

    The Lord said, “I desired [charity], and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.” The Lord wants us to become holy, to be possessed of charity, and to come to know Him.

  79. Facing Our Spiritual Hurricanes by Believing in Christ Facing Our Spiritual Hurricanes by Believing in Christ

    Sean Douglas October 2021

    President Nelson continued, “It becomes a rather simple formula: If you want to be happy, keep the commandments.”

  80. Miracles of the Gospel of Jesus Christ Miracles of the Gospel of Jesus Christ

    Carlos G. Revillo Jr. October 2021

    King Benjamin in the Book of Mormon said: “And moreover, I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.

  81. Hope in Christ Hope in Christ

    M. Russell Ballard April 2021

    Second, the precise time and manner in which the blessings of exaltation are bestowed have not all been revealed, but they are nonetheless assured.

  82. Jesus Christ: The Caregiver of Our Soul Jesus Christ: The Caregiver of Our Soul

    Ulisses Soares April 2021

    While through His sacrifice the Savior unconditionally removed the effects of physical death, He did not eliminate our personal responsibility to repent for the sins we commit.

  83. Christ Is Risen; Faith in Him Will Move Mountains Christ Is Risen; Faith in Him Will Move Mountains

    Russell M. Nelson April 2021

    Each of God’s children deserves the opportunity to hear and accept the healing, redeeming message of Jesus Christ.

  84. Becoming like Him Becoming like Him

    Scott D. Whiting October 2020

    To even the careful student of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, the Savior’s admonition to be “even as I am” is daunting and seemingly unattainable.

  85. Hearts Knit in Righteousness and Unity Hearts Knit in Righteousness and Unity

    Quentin L. Cook October 2020

    Righteousness is a broad, comprehensive term but most certainly includes living God’s commandments.

  86. All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues

    Gerrit W. Gong October 2020

    Truly, for those with faithful hearts and eyes to see, the Lord’s tender mercies are manifest amidst life’s challenges.

  87. Keep the Change Keep the Change

    Becky Craven October 2020

    King Benjamin taught his people in ancient America of the tremendous blessings we receive from our Savior, Jesus Christ.

  88. Peace, Be Still Peace, Be Still

    Lisa L. Harkness October 2020

    They called Him “Master,” and that He is.

  89. Seek Christ in Every Thought Seek Christ in Every Thought

    Ulisses Soares October 2020

    When Moroni called upon the people to believe in Christ and to repent, he urged them to come unto the Savior with all their hearts, stripping themselves from all uncleanness.

  90. Let God Prevail Let God Prevail

    Russell M. Nelson October 2020

    Now, my dear brothers and sisters, it takes both faith and courage to let God prevail.

  91. Let Patience Have Her Perfect Work, and Count It All Joy! Let Patience Have Her Perfect Work, and Count It All Joy!

    Jeremy R. Jaggi October 2020

    King Benjamin taught us to put off the natural man and become “a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and [become] as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things” (Mosiah 3:19).

  92. Do Justly, Love Mercy, and Walk Humbly with God Do Justly, Love Mercy, and Walk Humbly with God

    Dale G. Renlund October 2020

    As followers of Jesus Christ, and as Latter-day Saints, we strive—and are encouraged to strive—to do better and be better.

  93. Ensuring a Righteous Judgment Ensuring a Righteous Judgment

    James R. Rasband April 2020

    Years before Alma was rescued by this reassuring doctrine, King Benjamin had taught about the breadth of healing offered by the Savior’s atoning sacrifice.

  94. Deep in Our Heart Deep in Our Heart

    Douglas D. Holmes April 2020

    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.

  95. A Living Witness of the Living Christ A Living Witness of the Living Christ

    Gérald Caussé April 2020

    The Atonement of Jesus Christ is a free gift offered to all who have lived, who currently live, and who will live on the earth.

  96. Consider the Goodness and Greatness of God Consider the Goodness and Greatness of God

    Dale G. Renlund April 2020

    Much like Tom, each of us has received gifts that we could not provide for ourselves, gifts from our Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son, including redemption through the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

  97. The Power of the Book of Mormon in Conversion The Power of the Book of Mormon in Conversion

    Benjamin M. Z. Tai April 2020

    Jesus Christ is the Master Physician.

  98. The Blessing of Continuing Revelation to Prophets and Personal Revelation to Guide Our Lives The Blessing of Continuing Revelation to Prophets and Personal Revelation to Guide Our Lives

    Quentin L. Cook April 2020

    Praying for spiritual guidance.

  99. The Finest Homes The Finest Homes

    L. Whitney Clayton April 2020

    Third, fine homes follow the blueprint created by the Lord for His finest home, the temple.

  100. Standing by Our Promises and Covenants Standing by Our Promises and Covenants

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2019

    As an Apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ, I conclude with an invitation and promise.

  101. Honoring His Name Honoring His Name

    Lisa L. Harkness October 2019

    Thus, with covenant identity and belonging, we are called by the name of Jesus Christ.

  102. Covenant Belonging Covenant Belonging

    Gerrit W. Gong October 2019

    First, covenant belonging centers in Jesus Christ as “mediator of the new covenant.” All things can work together for our good when we are “sanctified in Christ … in the covenant of the Father.” Every good and promised blessing comes to those who remain faithful to the end.

  103. Giving Our Spirits Control over Our Bodies Giving Our Spirits Control over Our Bodies

    M. Russell Ballard October 2019

    This battle between our carnal and our spiritual natures isn’t a new thing.

  104. Power to Overcome the Adversary Power to Overcome the Adversary

    Peter M. Johnson October 2019

    First, remember that the first and great commandment is to love God with our heart, might, mind, and strength.

  105. Take Up Our Cross Take Up Our Cross

    Ulisses Soares October 2019

    While in Liberty Jail in 1839, the Prophet Joseph Smith wrote an epistle to Church members containing prophecies that are so very applicable in all these circumstances and situations.

  106. Closing Remarks Closing Remarks

    Russell M. Nelson October 2019

    I testify that such preparatory work brings innumerable blessings in this life and inconceivable blessings for the life to come, including the perpetuation of your family unit throughout all eternity “in a state of never-ending happiness.”

  107. How Can I Understand? How Can I Understand?

    Ulisses Soares April 2019

    Brothers and sisters, the warning of our beloved prophet is a further reminder of our individual responsibility to seek to learn and to teach our families that there is a Father in Heaven who loves us and who has developed a divine plan of happiness for His children; that Jesus Christ, His Son, is the Redeemer of the world; and that salvation comes from faith in His name.

  108. Careful versus Casual Careful versus Casual

    Becky Craven April 2019

    King Benjamin testified of the blessings and happiness that come to those who carefully follow the Savior: “And moreover, I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.

  109. Answers to Prayer Answers to Prayer

    Brook P. Hales April 2019

    To quote King Benjamin: “And moreover, I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.

  110. We Can Do Better and Be Better We Can Do Better and Be Better

    Russell M. Nelson April 2019

    Nothing is more liberating, more ennobling, or more crucial to our individual progression than is a regular, daily focus on repentance.

  111. Abound with Blessings Abound with Blessings

    Dale G. Renlund April 2019

    In a similar way, most blessings that God desires to give us require action on our part—action based on our faith in Jesus Christ.

  112. “Come, Follow Me” “Come, Follow Me”

    Russell M. Nelson April 2019

    They need to understand that while there is a place for them hereafter—with wonderful men and women who also chose not to make covenants with God—that is not the place where families will be reunited and be given the privilege to live and progress forever.

  113. Cleansed by Repentance Cleansed by Repentance

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2019

    When we repent, we have the Lord’s assurance that our sins, including our acts and desires, will be cleansed and our merciful final judge will “remember them no more” (Doctrine and Covenants 58:42; see also Isaiah 1:18; Jeremiah 31:34; Hebrews 8:12; Alma 41:6; Helaman 14:18–19).

  114. The Immediate Goodness of God The Immediate Goodness of God

    Kyle S. McKay April 2019

    These are some of the ways and means by which “he doth immediately bless [us].” Now, to bring these principles current and close, I share with you the experiences of two people whose lives stand as testaments of the immediate goodness of God.

  115. One in Christ One in Christ

    Ulisses Soares October 2018

    When we promise at baptism to follow the Savior, we witness before the Father that we are willing to take upon us the name of Christ.

  116. All Must Take upon Them the Name Given of the Father All Must Take upon Them the Name Given of the Father

    Paul B. Pieper October 2018

    The Book of Mormon prophet King Benjamin taught his people, “There shall be no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come.”

  117. For Him For Him

    Joy D. Jones October 2018

    We realized that we were sincerely striving to serve this family and to serve our bishop, but we had to ask ourselves if we were really serving out of love for the Lord.

  118. The Father The Father

    Brian K. Ashton October 2018

    Consequently, the Father created a plan that would allow us, upon certain conditions, to obtain physical bodies that would become immortal and glorified in the Resurrection; marry and form families in mortality or, for the faithful who did not have this opportunity, after mortality; progress toward perfection; and ultimately return to our Heavenly Parents and live with Them and our families in a state of exaltation and eternal happiness.

  119. Wilt Thou Be Made Whole? Wilt Thou Be Made Whole?

    Matthew L. Carpenter October 2018

    During mortality we are tested to see if we will choose good over evil.

  120. Am I a Child of God? Am I a Child of God?

    Brian K. Taylor April 2018

    After several months, Jen was finally able to complete the task every day.

  121. Saving Ordinances Will Bring Us Marvelous Light Saving Ordinances Will Bring Us Marvelous Light

    Taniela B. Wakolo April 2018

    King Benjamin taught that only in and through the name of Christ can salvation come unto the children of men (see Mosiah 3:17; see also Articles of Faith 1:3).

  122. Christ the Lord Is Risen Today Christ the Lord Is Risen Today

    Gerrit W. Gong April 2018

    This Easter Sabbath, I joyfully sing, “Alleluia.” The song of our risen Savior’s redeeming love celebrates the harmony of covenants (that connect us to God and to each other) and the Atonement of Jesus Christ (that helps us put off the natural man and woman and yield to the enticings of the Holy Spirit).

  123. Ministering as the Savior Does Ministering as the Savior Does

    Jean B. Bingham April 2018

    May we show our gratitude and love for God by ministering with love to our eternal sisters and brothers.

  124. Value beyond Measure Value beyond Measure

    Joy D. Jones October 2017

    King Benjamin also explained this binding connection with our Savior: “And lo, he shall suffer temptations, and pain of body, hunger, thirst, and fatigue, even more than man can suffer, except it be unto death; for behold, blood cometh from every pore, so great shall be his anguish for the wickedness and the abominations of his people.” That suffering and the results of that suffering fill our hearts with love and gratitude.

  125. The Living Bread Which Came Down from Heaven The Living Bread Which Came Down from Heaven

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2017

    First, we understand that in sacrificing His flesh and blood, Jesus atoned for our sins and overcame death, both physical and spiritual.

  126. Be Ye Therefore Perfect—Eventually Be Ye Therefore Perfect—Eventually

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2017

    So I believe that Jesus did not intend His sermon on this subject to be a verbal hammer for battering us about our shortcomings.

  127. Spiritual Eclipse Spiritual Eclipse

    Gary E. Stevenson October 2017

    A few months ago I spoke at BYU Women’s Conference.

  128. The Eternal Everyday The Eternal Everyday

    Quentin L. Cook October 2017

    The scriptures advocate a different approach.

  129. The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It? The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?

    Russell M. Nelson October 2017

    The Book of Mormon both illuminates the teachings of the Master and exposes the tactics of the adversary.

  130. The Truth of All Things The Truth of All Things

    David F. Evans October 2017

    Patiently keeping our covenants while we “do [what] is necessary” to receive answers from the Lord is part of God’s pattern for learning truth.

  131. The Lord Leads His Church The Lord Leads His Church

    Henry B. Eyring October 2017

    “But I am like as yourselves, subject to all manner of infirmities in body and mind; yet I have been chosen by this people, and consecrated by my father, and was suffered by the hand of the Lord that I should be a ruler and a king over this people; and have been kept and preserved by his matchless power, to serve you with all the might, mind and strength which the Lord hath granted unto me” (Mosiah 2:10–11).

  132. That Your Joy Might Be Full That Your Joy Might Be Full

    Jean B. Bingham October 2017

    As you study Christ’s life and teachings in a myriad of ways, your faith in Him will increase.

  133. God’s Compelling Witness: The Book of Mormon God’s Compelling Witness: The Book of Mormon

    Tad R. Callister October 2017

    But even if we suppose that Joseph were a creative and theological genius with a photographic memory—these talents alone do not make him a skilled writer.

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

    Stanley G. Ellis October 2017

    Will we exercise the faith necessary to keep His commandments so He can bless us both temporally and spiritually?

  135. Love One Another as He Has Loved Us Love One Another as He Has Loved Us

    Jose L. Alonso October 2017

    King Benjamin taught, “Behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”

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

    Bonnie H. Cordon April 2017

    But when my grandson asks for more scriptures, we read more scriptures!

  137. The Beauty of Holiness The Beauty of Holiness

    Carol F. McConkie April 2017

    I see the beauty of holiness in sisters whose hearts are centered on all that is good, who want to become more like the Savior.

  138. His Daily Guiding Hand His Daily Guiding Hand

    M. Joseph Brough April 2017

    Through His prophets, Heavenly Father constantly reminds us that righteousness is happiness.

  139. “Come, Follow Me” by Practicing Christian Love and Service “Come, Follow Me” by Practicing Christian Love and Service

    Robert D. Hales October 2016

    The disciples were taught to turn from the ways of the natural man to the loving and caring ways of the Savior by replacing contention with forgiveness, kindness, and compassion.

  140. Valiant in the Testimony of Jesus Valiant in the Testimony of Jesus

    Quentin L. Cook October 2016

    For us, being valiant in our testimony of Jesus is a stepping-stone toward qualifying for the Savior’s grace and the celestial kingdom.

  141. “Abide in My Love” “Abide in My Love”

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2016

    To abide in God’s love in this sense means to submit fully to His will.

  142. There Is Power in the Book There Is Power in the Book

    LeGrand R. Curtis Jr. October 2016

    The greatest power of the Book of Mormon is its impact in bringing us closer to Jesus Christ.

  143. Joy and Spiritual Survival Joy and Spiritual Survival

    Russell M. Nelson October 2016

    A man who frequently demeaned his wife and indulged in angry outbursts at his children focused on the joy of being worthy to have the Holy Ghost as his constant companion.

  144. The Sacrament Can Help Us Become Holy The Sacrament Can Help Us Become Holy

    Peter F. Meurs October 2016

    Mortality is an essential gift in our journey to become like our Heavenly Father.

  145. To Whom Shall We Go? To Whom Shall We Go?

    M. Russell Ballard October 2016

    I testify that there is “no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ.”

  146. The Doctrine of Christ The Doctrine of Christ

    Brian K. Ashton October 2016

    Brothers and sisters, as we apply the doctrine of Christ in our lives, we are blessed both temporally and spiritually, even in trials.

  147. Serve Serve

    Carl B. Cook October 2016

    The opportunity to serve is one of the great blessings of membership in the Church.

  148. No Greater Joy Than to Know That They Know No Greater Joy Than to Know That They Know

    K. Brett Nattress October 2016

    That is why we teach them to serve others, so that they can hold claim upon the blessings of finding themselves as they lose themselves in the service of others (see Mark 8:35; Mosiah 2:17).

  149. He Asks Us to Be His Hands He Asks Us to Be His Hands

    Cheryl A. Esplin April 2016

    Sisters, some of you listening may feel stretched to capacity ministering to the needs of family members.

  150. Trust in That Spirit Which Leadeth to Do Good Trust in That Spirit Which Leadeth to Do Good

    Henry B. Eyring April 2016

    Our desire to serve others is magnified by our gratitude for what the Savior has done for us.

  151. Your Next Step Your Next Step

    Randall K. Bennett October 2015

    The Savior taught that to inherit the kingdom of God, we must become as a little child.

  152. Blessed and Happy Are Those Who Keep the Commandments of God Blessed and Happy Are Those Who Keep the Commandments of God

    Von G. Keetch October 2015

    As we submit ourselves to His will, we increase in peace and happiness.

  153. “Chosen to Bear Testimony of My Name” “Chosen to Bear Testimony of My Name”

    David A. Bednar October 2015

    My purpose is to explain why indeed it is wonderful to have older men of great spiritual maturity and judgment serving in the senior leadership positions of the restored Church of Jesus Christ—and why we should “hear” and “hearken” (Mosiah 2:9) to the teachings of these men whom the Lord has “chosen to bear testimony of [His] name … among all nations, kindreds, tongues, and people” (D&C 112:1).

  154. The Greatest Generation of Young Adults The Greatest Generation of Young Adults

    M. Russell Ballard April 2015

    Through the Atonement, the Redeemer took upon Himself our troubles, pains, and sins.

  155. The Gift of Grace The Gift of Grace

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2015

    Even if we were to serve God with our whole souls, it is not enough, for we would still be “unprofitable servants.” We cannot earn our way into heaven; the demands of justice stand as a barrier, which we are powerless to overcome on our own.

  156. Be Fruitful, Multiply, and Subdue the Earth Be Fruitful, Multiply, and Subdue the Earth

    Joseph W. Sitati April 2015

    The starting point of a response that yields much fruit is to “be meek and lowly in heart.” We can then more fully come unto Christ as we yield to the enticings of the Holy Spirit and keep all the covenants we have made.

  157. The Sabbath Is a Delight The Sabbath Is a Delight

    Russell M. Nelson April 2015

    Think of this: In paying tithing, we return one-tenth of our increase to the Lord.

  158. Sustaining the Prophets Sustaining the Prophets

    Russell M. Nelson October 2014

    My dear brothers and sisters, if the Restoration did anything, it shattered the age-old myth that God had stopped talking to His children.

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

    Carol F. McConkie October 2014

    As we prayerfully read and study sacred prophetic word with faith in Christ, with real intent, the Holy Ghost will speak truth to our minds and hearts.

  160. The Sacrament and the Atonement The Sacrament and the Atonement

    James J. Hamula October 2014

    Before them was the traditional Passover meal, consisting of the sacrificial lamb, wine, and unleavened bread, emblems of Israel’s past salvation from slavery and death and of a future redemption yet to be realized.

  161. The Book The Book

    Allan F. Packer October 2014

    As we work toward exaltation, we must work on all of the requirements and not become distracted by focusing on one or two requirements or other unrelated things.

  162. Sharing Your Light Sharing Your Light

    Neill F. Marriott October 2014

    Through the pure spirit of revelation in the temple, I was taught of my utter need for a Redeemer.

  163. The Joyful Burden of Discipleship The Joyful Burden of Discipleship

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2014

    King Benjamin taught in the Book of Mormon, “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”

  164. Let Your Faith Show Let Your Faith Show

    Russell M. Nelson April 2014

    Spiritual truth cannot be ignored—especially divine commandments.

  165. “I Have Given You an Example” “I Have Given You an Example”

    Richard G. Scott April 2014

    We best serve our Father in Heaven by righteously influencing others and serving them.

  166. Where Your Treasure Is Where Your Treasure Is

    Michael John U. Teh April 2014

    What are some treasures in heaven that we can lay up for ourselves?

  167. General Conference: Strengthening Faith and Testimony General Conference: Strengthening Faith and Testimony

    Robert D. Hales October 2013

    This principle is true for all members of the Church as we prepare to participate in ward, stake, and general conferences.

  168. Look Ahead and Believe Look Ahead and Believe

    Edward Dube October 2013

    Thus when a stake president or a bishop is released, he joyfully accepts his release, and when a calling is extended to serve in any way which the Lord, through His servants, “seeth fit” (Mosiah 3:19), he is not overshadowed by his previous experience, nor does he look back and think that he has served enough.

  169. You Can Do It Now! You Can Do It Now!

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2013

    Godly sorrow leads to conversion and a change of heart.

  170. Decisions for Eternity Decisions for Eternity

    Russell M. Nelson October 2013

    In our day civil governments have a vested interest in protecting marriage because strong families constitute the best way of providing for the health, education, welfare, and prosperity of rising generations.

  171. The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

    Craig A. Cardon April 2013

    In this forgiveness we see the enabling and the redeeming power of the Atonement harmoniously and graciously applied.

  172. The Gospel to All the World The Gospel to All the World

    John B. Dickson April 2013

    Now let us move 1,800 years forward to the time of the Restoration of the gospel, or the restitution of all things prior to the Second Coming.

  173. We Believe in Being Chaste We Believe in Being Chaste

    David A. Bednar April 2013

    To some degree, the natural man described by King Benjamin is alive and well in each of us (see Mosiah 3:19).

  174. Being Accepted of the Lord Being Accepted of the Lord

    Erich W. Kopischke April 2013

    Second, we have to know that our spirit is contrite.

  175. Beware Concerning Yourselves Beware Concerning Yourselves

    Anthony D. Perkins October 2012

    Why would God command us to beware?

  176. The Atonement The Atonement

    Boyd K. Packer October 2012

    “For the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord.”

  177. Converted unto the Lord Converted unto the Lord

    David A. Bednar October 2012

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

  178. Is Faith in the Atonement of Jesus Christ Written in Our Hearts? Is Faith in the Atonement of Jesus Christ Written in Our Hearts?

    Linda K. Burton October 2012

    May the Atonement of Jesus Christ cause a “mighty change” to be wrought in our hearts.

  179. Converted to His Gospel through His Church Converted to His Gospel through His Church

    Donald L. Hallstrom April 2012

    The gospel is the glorious plan of God in which we, as His children, are given the opportunity to receive all that the Father has (see D&C 84:38).

  180. Coming to Ourselves: The Sacrament, the Temple, and Sacrifice in Service Coming to Ourselves: The Sacrament, the Temple, and Sacrifice in Service

    Robert D. Hales April 2012

    As our spiritual desires increase, we become spiritually self-reliant.

  181. Thanks Be to God Thanks Be to God

    Russell M. Nelson April 2012

    We know that prophets of many dispensations, such as Adam, Noah, Moses, and Abraham, all taught of the divinity of our Heavenly Father and of Jesus Christ.

  182. The Power of Deliverance The Power of Deliverance

    L. Tom Perry April 2012

    While I do not know, I personally believe the door of Abraham’s tent faced the altar he built unto the Lord.

  183. As We Close This Conference As We Close This Conference

    Thomas S. Monson April 2012

    “But I am like as yourselves, subject to all manner of infirmities in body and mind; yet I have been chosen … by the hand of the Lord … and have been kept and preserved by his matchless power, to serve you with all the might, mind and strength which the Lord hath granted unto me.”

  184. The Time Shall Come The Time Shall Come

    L. Whitney Clayton October 2011

    A verse in the Book of Mormon provides a key to the miraculous growth of the Church today: “And moreover, I say unto you, that the time shall come when the knowledge of a Savior shall spread throughout every nation, kindred, tongue, and people.”

  185. Doing the Right Thing at the Right Time, without Delay Doing the Right Thing at the Right Time, without Delay

    Jose L. Alonso October 2011

    King Benjamin spoke of the value of service, saying that when we are “in the service of [our] fellow beings [we] are only in the service of [our] God.” Everyone has opportunities to give service and show love.

  186. You Matter to Him You Matter to Him

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2011

    Those who will “inherit the kingdom of God” are those who become “as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love.” “For every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.” Such disciples understand also “that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”

  187. The Divine Gift of Repentance The Divine Gift of Repentance

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2011

    “That ye turn to the Lord with all your mind, might, and strength” (Alma 39:12–13; see also Mosiah 7:33; 3 Nephi 20:26; Mormon 9:6).

  188. A Witness A Witness

    Henry B. Eyring October 2011

    Words from the Book of Mormon helped them know why they felt that joy.

  189. Waiting upon the Lord: Thy Will Be Done Waiting upon the Lord: Thy Will Be Done

    Robert D. Hales October 2011

    Every one of us is more beloved to the Lord than we can possibly understand or imagine.

  190. Covenants Covenants

    Russell M. Nelson October 2011

    The greatest compliment that can be earned here in this life is to be known as a covenant keeper.

  191. Cleave unto the Covenants Cleave unto the Covenants

    Barbara Thompson October 2011

    In the Book of Mormon we read King Benjamin’s sermon.

  192. Become as a Little Child Become as a Little Child

    Jean A. Stevens April 2011

    Could Liam’s example help us to better understand King Benjamin’s words to become as a child—submissive, meek, humble, patient, and full of love?

  193. The Atonement Covers All Pain The Atonement Covers All Pain

    Kent F. Richards April 2011

    Late one night lying in a hospital bed, this time as a patient and not as a physician, I read those verses over and over again.

  194. Preparing the World for the Second Coming Preparing the World for the Second Coming

    Neil L. Andersen April 2011

    The Lord has blessed this work, and the Church is being established across the world.

  195. The Miracle of the Atonement The Miracle of the Atonement

    C. Scott Grow April 2011

    As the Only Begotten Son of God, He inherited power over physical death.

  196. Reflections on a Consecrated Life Reflections on a Consecrated Life

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2010

    Consecration therefore means repentance.

  197. Never Leave Him Never Leave Him

    Neil L. Andersen October 2010

    Through the power of His Atonement, we are to become “as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon [us], even as a child doth submit to his father.” This is the mighty change of heart.

  198. “Come unto Me with Full Purpose of Heart, and I Shall Heal You” “Come unto Me with Full Purpose of Heart, and I Shall Heal You”

    Patrick Kearon October 2010

    But before their conversion, remember their state: they were living in what the scriptures call “open rebellion against God.” Their rebellious hearts sentenced them to live “in a state contrary to the nature of happiness” because they had “gone contrary to the nature of God.”

  199. He Teaches Us to Put Off the Natural Man He Teaches Us to Put Off the Natural Man

    Juan A. Uceda October 2010

    She stopped crying, and after a brief silence, she took her scriptures into her hands and started to look up some verses.

  200. Pride and the Priesthood Pride and the Priesthood

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2010

    “We must yield ‘to the enticings of the Holy Spirit,’ put off the prideful ‘natural man,’ become ‘a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord,’ and become ‘as a child, submissive, meek, humble.’ …

  201. Receive the Holy Ghost Receive the Holy Ghost

    David A. Bednar October 2010

    As King Benjamin taught his people, “And now, I say unto you, my brethren, that after ye have known and have been taught all these things, if ye should transgress and go contrary to that which has been spoken, that ye do withdraw yourselves from the Spirit of the Lord, that it may have no place in you to guide you in wisdom’s paths that ye may be blessed, prospered, and preserved” (Mosiah 2:36).

  202. Our Path of Duty Our Path of Duty

    Keith B. McMullin April 2010

    Though disasters completely disrupt “the even tenor of [our ways],” they do not have to leave our lives forever shattered.

  203. Continue in Patience Continue in Patience

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2010

    Patience means accepting that which cannot be changed and facing it with courage, grace, and faith.

  204. We Follow Jesus Christ We Follow Jesus Christ

    Quentin L. Cook April 2010

    First, consider the Savior’s introduction of the sacrament.

  205. Tell Me the Stories of Jesus Tell Me the Stories of Jesus

    Neil L. Andersen April 2010

    To fathers and mothers, to grandfathers and grandmothers, and to those without children of their own who lovingly nurture children and youth, my counsel is to speak more frequently about Jesus Christ.

  206. Your Happily Ever After Your Happily Ever After

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2010

    My dear young sisters—you who stand for truth and righteousness, you who seek goodness, you who have entered the waters of baptism and walk in the ways of the Lord—our Father in Heaven has promised that you will “mount up with wings as eagles; [you] shall run, and not be weary; and [you] shall walk, and not faint.” You “shall not be deceived.” God will bless and prosper you.

  207. That Your Burdens May Be Light That Your Burdens May Be Light

    L. Whitney Clayton October 2009

    Burdens provide opportunities to practice virtues that contribute to eventual perfection.

  208. Seeking to Know God, Our Heavenly Father, and His Son, Jesus Christ Seeking to Know God, Our Heavenly Father, and His Son, Jesus Christ

    Robert D. Hales October 2009

    “The natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.” This “natural man is an enemy to God, … and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, … and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, [and] full of love.”

  209. “Repent … That I May Heal You” “Repent … That I May Heal You”

    Neil L. Andersen October 2009

    As we honestly confess our sins, restore what we can to the offended, and forsake our sins by keeping the commandments, we are in the process of receiving forgiveness.

  210. Ask, Seek, Knock Ask, Seek, Knock

    Russell M. Nelson October 2009

    Another prophet taught that “the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.”

  211. What Have I Done for Someone Today? What Have I Done for Someone Today?

    Thomas S. Monson October 2009

    The Apostle Paul admonished, “By love serve one another.” Recall with me the familiar words of King Benjamin in the Book of Mormon: “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”

  212. His Arm Is Sufficient His Arm Is Sufficient

    Barbara Thompson April 2009

    As a child I was taught by my parents that my Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ love me.

  213. None Were with Him None Were with Him

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2009

    Of course others among the believers had their difficult moments as well.

  214. Sacred Homes, Sacred Temples Sacred Homes, Sacred Temples

    Gary E. Stevenson April 2009

    In the Book of Mormon, King Benjamin directed the Saints of his time and place to gather, “every man having his tent with the door thereof towards the temple.” As Church members, we have recently received counsel from modern-day prophets which, if followed, will turn the doors of our homes more fully towards the temple.

  215. Even a Child Can Understand Even a Child Can Understand

    Gérald Caussé October 2008

    We know that the carnal or natural man is “an enemy to God … unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit.” For that, he must become “as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father” (Mosiah 3:19).

  216. God Loves and Helps All of His Children God Loves and Helps All of His Children

    Keith B. McMullin October 2008

    For all these reasons and more, we need Heavenly Father’s help.

  217. Returning Home Returning Home

    Eduardo Gavarret October 2008

    King Benjamin taught about it: “And behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God” (Mosiah 2:17).

  218. Righteous Traditions Righteous Traditions

    Cheryl C. Lant April 2008

    Each of us has traditions in our families.

  219. Service, a Divine Quality Service, a Divine Quality

    Carlos H. Amado April 2008

    With divine inspiration, King Benjamin declared, “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God” (Mosiah 2:17).

  220. 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...

  221. Born Again Born Again

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2008

    It was Jesus who stated that entry into the kingdom of God requires that one be born again—born of water and of the Spirit (see John 3:3–5).

  222. My Soul Delighteth in the Things of the Lord My Soul Delighteth in the Things of the Lord

    Susan W. Tanner April 2008

    I delight in our Savior, Jesus Christ.

  223. One among the Crowd One among the Crowd

    Dennis B. Neuenschwander April 2008

    Who better than the Savior can reach, support, and ultimately rescue the one among the crowd?

  224. A Book with a Promise A Book with a Promise

    Craig C. Christensen April 2008

    Most importantly, we declared that the Book of Mormon is a book that testifies that Jesus is the Christ, the Savior of the world.

  225. Claim the Exceeding Great and Precious Promises Claim the Exceeding Great and Precious Promises

    Spencer J. Condie October 2007

    The first principle of the gospel is faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

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

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2007

    Christ’s gospel is the only true gospel, and “there shall be no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ” (Mosiah 3:17; see also Acts 4:12).

  227. Scriptural Witnesses Scriptural Witnesses

    Russell M. Nelson October 2007

    Love for the Book of Mormon expands one’s love for the Bible and vice versa.

  228. Clean Hands and a Pure Heart Clean Hands and a Pure Heart

    David A. Bednar October 2007

    The gate of baptism leads to the strait and narrow path and to the destination of putting off the natural man and becoming a saint through the Atonement of Christ the Lord (see Mosiah 3:19).

  229. Personal Revelation: The Teachings and Examples of the Prophets Personal Revelation: The Teachings and Examples of the Prophets

    Robert D. Hales October 2007

    For all of us, our personal revelations reflect the pattern of revelation received by prophets, as recounted in the scriptures.

  230. I Will Strengthen Thee; I Will Help Thee I Will Strengthen Thee; I Will Help Thee

    Barbara Thompson October 2007

    “And lo, he shall suffer temptations, and pain of body, hunger, thirst, and fatigue, even more than man can suffer, except it be unto death.”

  231. Ye Must Be Born Again Ye Must Be Born Again

    David A. Bednar April 2007

    We are instructed to “come unto Christ, and be perfected in him, and deny [ourselves] of all ungodliness” (Moroni 10:32), to become “new creature[s]” in Christ (see 2 Corinthians 5:17), to put off “the natural man” (Mosiah 3:19), and to experience “a mighty change in us, or in our hearts, that we have no more disposition to do evil, but to do good continually” (Mosiah 5:2).

  232. Point of Safe Return Point of Safe Return

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2007

    “For salvation cometh to none … except it be through repentance and faith on the Lord Jesus Christ” (Mosiah 3:12).

  233. Repentance and Conversion Repentance and Conversion

    Russell M. Nelson April 2007

    The next step is restitution—to repair damage done—if possible.

  234. The Power of Patience The Power of Patience

    Robert C. Oaks October 2006

    In Mosiah, King Benjamin instructs us that we will be a natural-man enemy of God until we yield to the enticings of the Holy Ghost through our patience, plus other virtues (see Mosiah 3:19).

  235. Let Us Be Men Let Us Be Men

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2006

    The Savior was obedient.

  236. How Firm a Foundation How Firm a Foundation

    Thomas S. Monson October 2006

    “And behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God” (Mosiah 2:16–17).

  237. Behold Your Little Ones Behold Your Little Ones

    Margaret S. Lifferth October 2006

    Who are the children in your home or in your neighborhood?

  238. The Gathering of Scattered Israel The Gathering of Scattered Israel

    Russell M. Nelson October 2006

    Anciently, the Lord blessed Father Abraham with a promise to make his posterity a chosen people.

  239. Moving Closer to Him Moving Closer to Him

    Craig A. Cardon October 2006

    The priesthood also has the power to change our very natures.

  240. As a Child As a Child

    Henry B. Eyring April 2006

    King Benjamin went on: “O, all ye old men, and also ye young men, and you little children who can understand my words, for I have spoken plainly unto you that ye might understand, I pray that ye should awake to a remembrance of the awful situation of those that have fallen into transgression.”

  241. That We May Always Have His Spirit to Be with Us That We May Always Have His Spirit to Be with Us

    David A. Bednar April 2006

    We should also endeavor to discern when we “withdraw [ourselves] from the Spirit of the Lord, that it may have no place in [us] to guide [us] in wisdom’s paths that [we] may be blessed, prospered, and preserved” (Mosiah 2:36).

  242. Our Rising Generation Our Rising Generation

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2006

    “… Every man having his tent with the door thereof towards the temple, that thereby they might remain in their tents and hear the words which king Benjamin should speak unto them” (Mosiah 2:5–6).

  243. All Men Everywhere All Men Everywhere

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2006

    We also read that “his blood atoneth for the sins of those … who have died not knowing the will of God concerning them, or who have ignorantly sinned” (Mosiah 3:11).

  244. Journey to Higher Ground Journey to Higher Ground

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 2005

    King Benjamin described both paths and both consequences.

  245. True Happiness: A Conscious Decision True Happiness: A Conscious Decision

    Benjamín De Hoyos October 2005

    Happiness is defined in the Book of Mormon by the prophet-king Benjamin as “the blessed and happy state of those [who] keep the commandments of God.

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

    Charles Didier October 2005

    In reality, the communication or hearing about divine truth can be summarized in three words: revelation, commandments, blessings.

  247. On Zion’s Hill On Zion’s Hill

    Boyd K. Packer October 2005

    The revelations that came through the Prophet Joseph Smith, printed as scripture, laid the permanent foundation of the Church through which the gospel of Jesus Christ could go forth to “every nation” (2 Nephi 26:13).

  248. Sacrifice Is a Joy and a Blessing Sacrifice Is a Joy and a Blessing

    Won Yong Ko October 2005

    As we make these small sacrifices, we are compensated by more blessings from the Lord.

  249. The Worth of Souls The Worth of Souls

    Harold G. Hillam April 2005

    To all, but especially to those who someday will be great-grandfathers and great-grandmothers, your eternal blessings and those of your posterity are far more important than any prideful reason which would deny you and so many others of such important blessings.

  250. Tithing—a Commandment Even for the Destitute Tithing—a Commandment Even for the Destitute

    Lynn G. Robbins April 2005

    Because the natural man tends to hoard or consume everything, the Lord wisely commanded ancient Israel to sacrifice not the last and poorest of the flock, but the firstlings—not the leftovers of the field, but the firstfruits (see Deuteronomy 26:2; Mosiah 2:3; Moses 5:5).

  251. The Sacred Call of Service The Sacred Call of Service

    Thomas S. Monson April 2005

    Brethren, let us remember the counsel of King Benjamin: “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”

  252. Pornography Pornography

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2005

    King Benjamin’s great sermon describes the terrible consequences.

  253. Earthly Debts, Heavenly Debts Earthly Debts, Heavenly Debts

    Joseph B. Wirthlin April 2004

    Can such a gift have a price?

  254. The Atonement, Repentance, and Dirty Linen The Atonement, Repentance, and Dirty Linen

    Lynn A. Mickelsen October 2003

    When King Benjamin gave his great sermon in the land of Zarahemla, the Saints changed their hearts, and there was peace and prosperity throughout the land.

  255. He Knows Us; He Loves Us He Knows Us; He Loves Us

    Sydney S. Reynolds October 2003

    The Savior gave His life for each one of us.

  256. Three Choices Three Choices

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 2003

    The bishop turned to the Book of Mormon and read the words of King Benjamin: “Consider … the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.

  257. The Empowerment of Humility The Empowerment of Humility

    Richard C. Edgley October 2003

    King Benjamin warned that we must “[become] as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon [us]” (Mosiah 3:19).

  258. How Choice a Seer! How Choice a Seer!

    Neal A. Maxwell October 2003

    Brothers and sisters, we do not go many hours in our lives without having to decide again “which way do we face” and whether we will pitch our tents facing Sodom or the holy temple (see Genesis 13:12; Mosiah 2:6).

  259. Stand in Your Appointed Place Stand in Your Appointed Place

    Thomas S. Monson April 2003

    Brethren, let us remember the counsel of King Benjamin: “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”

  260. Care for the Life of the Soul Care for the Life of the Soul

    Neal A. Maxwell April 2003

    When pondering “the life of the soul,” it helps to strive for our own full conversion whereas the gospel seed first falls on “good ground”—which is defined by Jesus as those with an “honest and good heart” (Luke 8:15).

  261. Give Thanks in All Things Give Thanks in All Things

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2003

    We have so much for which to give thanks.

  262. But If Not But If Not

    Lance B. Wickman October 2002

    Still, we mortals quite naturally want to know the why.

  263. Sacrifice Brings Forth the Blessings of Heaven Sacrifice Brings Forth the Blessings of Heaven

    Robert K. Dellenbach October 2002

    For those who faithfully sacrifice through an honest tithe, the Lord has promised that He will open the windows of heaven.

  264. “Blessed Are the Peacemakers” “Blessed Are the Peacemakers”

    Russell M. Nelson October 2002

    Scripture sheds light on both the cause of and the cure for the sickness of human hatred: “The natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ.”

  265. I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2002

    As the prophet-king Benjamin taught, “When [we] are in the service of [our] fellow beings [we] are only in the service of [our] God” (Mosiah 2:17).

  266. That They May Be One in Us That They May Be One in Us

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2002

    What form that purging may take, what sacrifices it may entail, we probably cannot know in advance.

  267. Yielding to the Enticings of the Holy Spirit Yielding to the Enticings of the Holy Spirit

    Kenneth Johnson October 2002

    As I have looked back over my life, it is clear to me that many decisions—some seemingly small at the time and others with which I have wrestled, recognizing their import—have caused me to climb to higher planes than I would had I not yielded to the enticings of the Holy Spirit.

  268. Children Children

    Boyd K. Packer April 2002

    In the days of the prophet Mormon, some who did not understand that little children are “blameless before God” (Mosiah 3:21) and are “alive in Christ” (Moro.

  269. The Gospel in Our Lives The Gospel in Our Lives

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2002

    Your leaders also say, along with King Benjamin: “I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.

  270. Consecrate Thy Performance Consecrate Thy Performance

    Neal A. Maxwell April 2002

    Spiritual submissiveness is not accomplished in an instant, but by the incremental improvements and by the successive use of stepping-stones.

  271. Becoming a Great Benefit to Our Fellow Beings Becoming a Great Benefit to Our Fellow Beings

    Spencer J. Condie April 2002

    You young men will grow in stature and physical strength as you engage in folk dancing, sports, and wholesome, friendly athletic competition characterized by good sportsmanship.

  272. How Firm Our Foundation How Firm Our Foundation

    Russell M. Nelson April 2002

    Central to that plan was the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

  273. Eternal Life through Jesus Christ Eternal Life through Jesus Christ

    John M. Madsen April 2002

    It is my prayer that the time may soon come “when the knowledge of a Savior shall spread throughout every nation, kindred, tongue, and people” (Mosiah 3:20; see also Moses 7:62; Isa.

  274. Prayer Prayer

    Henry B. Eyring October 2001

    “For the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.”

  275. Our Father’s Plan Our Father’s Plan

    Christoffel Golden Jr. October 2001

    The Atonement, King Benjamin taught, allows man to put off the natural man as we yield “to the enticings of the Holy Spirit.” Consequently, it is our testimony that all who come unto Christ by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the gospel are able to exercise faith unto “everlasting salvation and eternal life.”

  276. Now Is the Time Now Is the Time

    Thomas S. Monson October 2001

    As we remember that “when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God,” we will not find ourselves in the unenviable position of Jacob Marley’s ghost, who spoke to Ebenezer Scrooge in Dickens’ immortal A Christmas Carol.

  277. The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ

    Boyd K. Packer October 2001

    The certainty of life after death;

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

    Russell M. Nelson October 2001

    With this sacred charge in mind, let us consider what we should teach.

  279. The Seventh Commandment: A Shield The Seventh Commandment: A Shield

    Neal A. Maxwell October 2001

    The influential tendencies of the natural man are unfriendly to the seventh commandment, and these involve the self-damaging “carnal, sensual, [and] devilish” (Mosiah 16:3; see also Mosiah 3:19; Moses 5:13).

  280. Our Actions Determine Our Character Our Actions Determine Our Character

    Wayne S. Peterson October 2001

    Imagine the effect it would have in the world if everyone practiced this Golden Rule.

  281. “To Walk Humbly with Thy God” “To Walk Humbly with Thy God”

    Marlin K. Jensen April 2001

    “For the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.”

  282. A God of Miracles A God of Miracles

    Sydney S. Reynolds April 2001

    How have they come to such a point?

  283. “The Touch of the Master’s Hand” “The Touch of the Master’s Hand”

    Boyd K. Packer April 2001

    Torment means “to twist,” a means of torture so painful that even the innocent would confess.

  284. Couple Missionaries: A Time to Serve Couple Missionaries: A Time to Serve

    Robert D. Hales April 2001

    “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God” (Mosiah 2:17).

  285. “To Bear Testimony of Mine Only Begotten” “To Bear Testimony of Mine Only Begotten”

    L. Aldin Porter April 2001

    “And he shall be called Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Father of heaven and earth, the Creator of all things from the beginning” (Mosiah 3:7–8).

  286. You Can’t Pet a Rattlesnake You Can’t Pet a Rattlesnake

    David E. Sorensen April 2001

    The power and freedom of forgiveness is real.

  287. “Come and See” “Come and See”

    Alexander B. Morrison October 2000

    “Come and see,” and as you do so you will find His Church—The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  288. Cultivate Righteous Traditions Cultivate Righteous Traditions

    Donald L. Hallstrom October 2000

    The power of tradition, however, poses a significant danger.

  289. The Tugs and Pulls of the World The Tugs and Pulls of the World

    Neal A. Maxwell October 2000

    Personal righteousness, worship, prayer, and scripture study are so crucial in order to “[put] off the natural man” (Mosiah 3:19).

  290. Living Prophets, Seers, and Revelators Living Prophets, Seers, and Revelators

    Dennis B. Neuenschwander October 2000

    Ancient as well as modern Apostles bear witness of the name of Jesus Christ because “there shall be no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ, the Lord Omnipotent.”

  291. “Ye Are the Temple of God” “Ye Are the Temple of God”

    Boyd K. Packer October 2000

    When any unworthy desires press into your mind, fight them, resist them, control them (see James 4:6–8; 2 Ne.

  292. Stand Tall and Stand Together Stand Tall and Stand Together

    Sheri L. Dew October 2000

    Ancient prophets foresaw a day “when the knowledge of a Savior [would] spread throughout every nation, kindred, tongue, and people” (Mosiah 3:20).

  293. “Thou Shalt Give Heed unto All His Words” “Thou Shalt Give Heed unto All His Words”

    L. Tom Perry April 2000

    “… He also taught them concerning the records which were engraven on the plates of brass, saying: My sons, I would that ye should remember that were it not for these plates, which contain these records and these commandments, we must have suffered in ignorance, even at this present time, not knowing the mysteries of God” (Mosiah 1:2–3).

  294. Your Own Personal Testimony Your Own Personal Testimony

    Angel Abrea April 2000

    It is to declare His generation: “Jesus Christ [is] the Son of God, the Father of heaven and earth, the Creator of all things from the beginning” (Mosiah 3:8).

  295. Heavenly Father Has a Special Plan Heavenly Father Has a Special Plan

    Yoshihiko Kikuchi April 2000

    As we seek and pray in faith, the Lord will guide us, and His elect will soon embrace “the glad tidings of great joy,” to partake of the eternal and “infinite atonement” of the Lord Jesus Christ.

  296. Becoming Our Best Selves Becoming Our Best Selves

    Thomas S. Monson October 1999

    Let us remember the counsel of King Benjamin: “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.” Reach out to rescue those who need your help.

  297. “For This Cause Came I into the World” “For This Cause Came I into the World”

    Alexander B. Morrison October 1999

    Jesus knew that little children are pure and without sin.

  298. “An High Priest of Good Things to Come” “An High Priest of Good Things to Come”

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 1999

    Because Christ’s eyes were unfailingly fixed on the future, He could endure all that was required of Him, suffer as no man can suffer except it be “unto death,” as King Benjamin said, look upon the wreckage of individual lives and the promises of ancient Israel lying in ruins around Him, and still say then and now, “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” How could He do this?

  299. At the Summit of the Ages At the Summit of the Ages

    Gordon B. Hinckley October 1999

    “And he shall be called Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Father of heaven and earth, the Creator of all things from the beginning; and his mother shall be called Mary” (Mosiah 3:5, 8).

  300. True Followers True Followers

    Robert J. Whetten April 1999

    King Benjamin counseled his people to yield to the enticings of the Holy Ghost, put “off the natural man and [become] a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and [become] as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love.”

  301. Our Only Chance Our Only Chance

    Sheri L. Dew April 1999

    Left to his own devices, the natural man inevitably succumbs to Satan (see Mosiah 3:19), who abandons his prey once he lures them from the straight and narrow path.

  302. Your Celestial Journey Your Celestial Journey

    Thomas S. Monson April 1999

    I reminded her, “When you are in the service of your fellow beings you are only in the service of your God.”

  303. Healing Soul and Body Healing Soul and Body

    Robert D. Hales October 1998

    Repentance includes recognizing that we have done wrong and need to repent, confessing our sins to the proper priesthood authority, restoring whatever can be restored, and resolving to obey the Lord.

  304. The Aaronic Priesthood and the Sacrament The Aaronic Priesthood and the Sacrament

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1998

    To have the continuous companionship of the Holy Ghost is the most precious possession we can have in mortality.

  305. That We May Be One That We May Be One

    Henry B. Eyring April 1998

    President Clark went on: “When we partake of the Sacrament we covenant to obey and keep his commandments.

  306. Obedience—Life’s Great Challenge Obedience—Life’s Great Challenge

    Donald L. Staheli April 1998

    Whether we are being chastened or challenged as we are being tossed to and fro on the seas of life, obedience to the teachings of our Savior and prophets will qualify us for King Benjamin’s great promise to those that keep God’s commandments: “For behold, they are blessed in all things, both temporal and spiritual; and if they hold out faithful to the end they are received into heaven, that thereby they may dwell with God in a state of never-ending happiness.”

  307. “True to the Truth” “True to the Truth”

    Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1997

    Nephi taught that we must walk the path of faith “with full purpose of heart, acting no hypocrisy and no deception before God.”

  308. “Pray unto the Father in My Name” “Pray unto the Father in My Name”

    L. Edward Brown April 1997

    Note His insistence that “ye must always pray … in my name.” There is “no other name given … whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ, the Lord Omnipotent” (Mosiah 3:17).

  309. “Always Have His Spirit” “Always Have His Spirit”

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1996

    The blessings available through the gift of the Holy Ghost are conditioned upon worthiness.

  310. Listening to the Voice of the Lord Listening to the Voice of the Lord

    Francisco J. Viñas October 1996

    King Benjamin began his powerful sermon with these words: “You that can hear my words which I shall speak unto you this day; for I have not commanded you to come up hither to trifle with the words which I shall speak, but that you should hearken unto me, and open your ears that ye may hear, and your hearts that ye may understand, and your minds that the mysteries of God may be unfolded to your view” (Mosiah 2:9).

  311. Finding Joy in Life Finding Joy in Life

    Richard G. Scott April 1996

    You are here on earth for a divine purpose.

  312. Stay on the True Course Stay on the True Course

    Carlos E. Asay April 1996

    The ultimate goal of every clear-thinking person is to live after the manner of happiness in this world and, following death and resurrection, “dwell with God in a state of never-ending happiness” (Mosiah 2:41).

  313. “Becometh As a Child” “Becometh As a Child”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1996

    Benjamin Ballam is the special spina bifida child of Michael and Laurie Ballam.

  314. Remember How Thou Hast Received and Heard Remember How Thou Hast Received and Heard

    Susan L. Warner April 1996

    We are to remember to keep His commandments in all things (see 1 Ne.

  315. Answers to Life’s Questions Answers to Life’s Questions

    M. Russell Ballard April 1995

    Mortality, then, is the time to test our ability to understand our Heavenly Father’s plan and, of course, our willingness to be obedient.

  316. “Deny Yourselves of All Ungodliness” “Deny Yourselves of All Ungodliness”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1995

    King Benjamin and Paul both stressed the congenital weakness of the natural man, who is turned away from God and who regards spiritual things as “foolishness” (see Mosiah 3:19; 1 Cor.

  317. Endure to the End in Charity Endure to the End in Charity

    Hartman Rector, Jr. October 1994

    Then to walk guiltless before God, we must love and serve others.

  318. “Brightness of Hope” “Brightness of Hope”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1994

    Hope is particularly needed in the hand-to-hand combat required to put off the natural man (see Mosiah 3:19).

  319. Five Loaves and Two Fishes Five Loaves and Two Fishes

    James E. Faust April 1994

    It is a blessing for some to be given minds and talents equal to fifteen loaves and ten fishes.

  320. The Special Status of Children The Special Status of Children

    Merlin R. Lybbert April 1994

    Because all children who die before the age of accountability are pure, innocent, and wholly sin-free, they are saved in the celestial kingdom of heaven (see D&C 137:10; Mosiah 3:18).

  321. “Teach Us Tolerance and Love” “Teach Us Tolerance and Love”

    Russell M. Nelson April 1994

    Hence, our highest priorities in life are to love God and to love our neighbors.

  322. Trying to Be Like Jesus Trying to Be Like Jesus

    F. Melvin Hammond April 1994

    It was Christ who in the premortal state presented Himself to become the Savior of men, saying, “Here am I, send me.

  323. A Mighty Change of Heart A Mighty Change of Heart

    Spencer J. Condie October 1993

    The Savior has given each of us the soul-stretching commandment not only to behave ourselves but to become perfect, even as He and His Father are perfect (see Matt.

  324. Take Time for Your Children Take Time for Your Children

    Ben B. Banks October 1993

    Service.

  325. Constancy amid Change Constancy amid Change

    Russell M. Nelson October 1993

    His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ, is our Savior and the chief cornerstone of our religion.

  326. “Touch Not the Evil Gift, nor the Unclean Thing” “Touch Not the Evil Gift, nor the Unclean Thing”

    H. Burke Peterson October 1993

    “Open your ears that ye may hear, and your hearts that ye may understand, and your minds that the mysteries of God may be unfolded to your view” (Mosiah 2:9).

  327. Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God

    John M. Madsen April 1993

    “The time shall come when the knowledge of a Savior shall spread throughout every nation, kindred, tongue, and people” (Mosiah 3:20).

  328. Search and Rescue Search and Rescue

    Thomas S. Monson April 1993

    Though the Church sometimes implements programs directly, efforts to carry out relief and development projects are often handled through agencies which have established reputations for honest, effective service, including the American Red Cross, International Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, Salvation Army, Catholic Relief Services, Catholic Community Services, and other religious and civic organizations.

  329. Come unto Christ Come unto Christ

    Lowell D. Wood April 1993

    Clearly it is vital on the journey to eternal life to exercise faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, repent of our sins, and be baptized in the proper manner by those holding the proper authority and using the proper prayer.

  330. “A Prophet’s Testimony” “A Prophet’s Testimony”

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 1993

    “The question is sometimes asked, ‘Are Mormons Christians?’ We declare,” says President Benson, “the divinity of Jesus Christ.

  331. Nourish the Flock of Christ Nourish the Flock of Christ

    Alexander B. Morrison April 1992

    Indeed, all truth, both spiritual and temporal, testifies of Him.

  332. “A Disciple of Jesus Christ” “A Disciple of Jesus Christ”

    L. Aldin Porter April 1992

    “I say unto you, that the man that doeth this, the same cometh out in open rebellion against God; therefore he listeth to obey the evil spirit, and becometh an enemy to all righteousness; therefore, the Lord has no place in him, for he dwelleth not in unholy temples” (Mosiah 2:36–37).

  333. Gratitude for the Goodness of God Gratitude for the Goodness of God

    Robert D. Hales April 1992

    “O how you ought to thank your heavenly King!” King Benjamin taught (Mosiah 2:19).

  334. Doors of Death Doors of Death

    Russell M. Nelson April 1992

    With that assurance, brothers and sisters, love life!

  335. Jesus the Christ Jesus the Christ

    Robert L. Backman October 1991

    As a youth the Lord “increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man” (Luke 2:52).

  336. “These … Were Our Examples” “These … Were Our Examples”

    Russell M. Nelson October 1991

    Choir members became “subject one to another” (1 Pet.

  337. Joy and Mercy Joy and Mercy

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1991

    These experiences are symbolic of our eternal journey.

  338. Listen to Learn Listen to Learn

    Russell M. Nelson April 1991

    Parents have a divine duty to teach their children to love the Lord.

  339. A Royal Priesthood A Royal Priesthood

    Thomas S. Monson April 1991

    The gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ provides all of us this cherished blessing.

  340. To Draw Closer to God To Draw Closer to God

    Henry B. Eyring April 1991

    “And … he doth require that ye should do as he hath commanded you; for which if ye do, he doth immediately bless you; and therefore he hath paid you.

  341. Put Off the Natural Man, and Come Off Conqueror Put Off the Natural Man, and Come Off Conqueror

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1990

    Such is the scope of putting off the burdensome natural man, who is naturally selfish (see Mosiah 3:19).

  342. What Is Truth? What Is Truth?

    Lynn A. Mickelsen October 1990

    We must prepare our hearts and our minds with a sincere desire to know the truth.

  343. Witnesses of Christ Witnesses of Christ

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1990

    All of us need to be valiant in the testimony of Jesus.

  344. Purity Precedes Power Purity Precedes Power

    M. Russell Ballard October 1990

    Young men, please believe me when I tell you that this scenario is a gross deception by Satan; it is a fairy tale.

  345. The Straight and Narrow Way The Straight and Narrow Way

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1990

    King Benjamin taught the same principle, saying, “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God” (Mosiah 2:17).

  346. Choices Choices

    Russell M. Nelson October 1990

    “Every man may act in doctrine and principle … according to the moral agency which I have given unto him, that every man may be accountable for his own sins in the day of judgment” (D&C 101:78; see also Mosiah 3:24).

  347. The Resurrection The Resurrection

    Hartman Rector, Jr. October 1990

    Isn’t it just smart to follow the Lord?

  348. Draw Strength from the Book of Mormon Draw Strength from the Book of Mormon

    Ruth B. Wright October 1990

    “But I am like as yourselves, subject to all manner of infirmities in body and mind … , and was suffered by the hand of the Lord that I should be a ruler and a king over this people … to serve you with all the might, mind and strength which the Lord hath granted unto me” (Mosiah 2:10–11).

  349. Follow the Prophets Follow the Prophets

    Waldo P. Call October 1990

    A quote from the sermon of King Benjamin says, “For the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father...

  350. The Spirituality of Service The Spirituality of Service

    Derek A. Cuthbert April 1990

    Yes, as we give Christlike service, it helps us grow spiritually, “[put] off the natural man and [become] a saint” (Mosiah 3:19)—that is, one who is honestly trying to follow the Savior and do what He would want us to do.

  351. “Ye Have Done It unto Me” “Ye Have Done It unto Me”

    Richard P. Lindsay April 1990

    In my own life I have experienced much of the Savior’s love through the kindness and goodness of many of the Lord’s servants.

  352. “Choose You This Day” “Choose You This Day”

    Hans B. Ringger April 1990

    I testify to you that we can only be in the service of our God if we are in the service of our fellowmen (see Mosiah 2:17).

  353. Some Scriptural Lessons on Leadership Some Scriptural Lessons on Leadership

    Spencer J. Condie April 1990

    From King Hezekiah, as from King Benjamin (see Mosiah 2–5), we can learn a very positive lesson on leadership: circumstances do not always need to remain the same.

  354. My Brother’s Keeper My Brother’s Keeper

    Thomas S. Monson April 1990

    An entire vista of opportunity is unfolded to our view when we contemplate the magnitude of King Benjamin’s admonition, recorded in the Book of Mormon: “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God” (Mosiah 2:17).

  355. Finding the Way Back Finding the Way Back

    Richard G. Scott April 1990

    As you pray for help, the Lord will place in your path priesthood leaders who will counsel and friends who will give support if you’ll let them.

  356. The Service That Counts The Service That Counts

    Thomas S. Monson October 1989

    All of us admire and respect that noble king of Book of Mormon fame—even King Benjamin.

  357. Running Your Marathon Running Your Marathon

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1989

    Always be willing, even anxious, to help others.

  358. “Murmur Not” “Murmur Not”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1989

    Murmuring seems to come so naturally to the natural man.

  359. “Remember Him” “Remember Him”

    Joanne B. Doxey October 1989

    King Benjamin in the Book of Mormon set a wonderful example of how parents should teach their children from the scriptures, as found in Mosiah 1, beginning with verse 3.

  360. Beware of Pride Beware of Pride

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1989

    Pride is a very misunderstood sin, and many are sinning in ignorance.

  361. A More Excellent Way A More Excellent Way

    Robert E. Sackley October 1988

    “For the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.” (Mosiah 3:19.)

  362. Blessed from on High Blessed from on High

    Howard W. Hunter October 1988

    All of us face times in our lives when we need heavenly help in a special and urgent way.

  363. “What Think Ye of Christ?” “What Think Ye of Christ?”

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1988

    The Book of Mormon puts us right.

  364. I Testify I Testify

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1988

    I testify that in our premortal state our Elder Brother in the spirit, even Jesus Christ, became our foreordained Savior in the Father’s plan of salvation.

  365. He Is Risen He Is Risen

    Howard W. Hunter April 1988

    “… He cometh unto his own, that salvation might come unto the children of men; … and even after all this they shall consider him a man, and say that he hath a devil, and shall scourge him, and shall crucify him” (Mosiah 3:7, 9).

  366. Our Lord and Savior Our Lord and Savior

    David B. Haight April 1988

    The Lord God has sent his holy prophets among all men in all ages to declare these things, even as he does today (see Mosiah 3:13).

  367. “There Are Many Gifts” “There Are Many Gifts”

    Marvin J. Ashton October 1987

    “Ye should live in peace one with another” (Mosiah 2:20).

  368. “Yet Thou Art There” “Yet Thou Art There”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1987

    Providing adequate oxygen for us on this planet is a form of God’s “lending [us] breath,” as in King Benjamin’s litany (Mosiah 2:21).

  369. The Opening and Closing of Doors The Opening and Closing of Doors

    Howard W. Hunter October 1987

    “For the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father” (Mosiah 3:18–19).

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

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1987

    We love the Lord Jesus Christ.

  371. Sacrifice and Self-Sufficiency Sacrifice and Self-Sufficiency

    M. Russell Ballard October 1987

    I am so grateful to the Lord for the leaders and other members in the Church, both men and women, who are filled with a faith that makes them willing to sacrifice for the building up of the kingdom of God.

  372. Life after Life Life after Life

    Russell M. Nelson April 1987

    I thank God for his Son, Jesus Christ, for his mission in mortality, and for his ministry as the resurrected Lord.

  373. Spiritual Security Spiritual Security

    Charles Didier April 1987

    Spiritual security is strengthened by revelation that explains the results of observing the commandments.

  374. Reverence and Morality Reverence and Morality

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 1987

    A prophet taught that “the natural man is an enemy to God, … and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord” (Mosiah 3:19).

  375. “Overcome … Even As I Also Overcame” “Overcome … Even As I Also Overcame”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1987

    In addition to the consequences of scourging, how Christ’s lifeblood had already flowed in Gethsemane!

  376. Looking to the Savior Looking to the Savior

    Adney Y. Komatsu April 1987

    “And he shall be called Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Father of heaven and earth, the Creator of all things from the beginning; and his mother shall be called Mary” (Mosiah 3:5, 8).

  377. “God Will Yet Reveal” “God Will Yet Reveal”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1986

    If people are without the truths of God’s plan of salvation for very long, some may not even “believe [these truths] when they are taught” (Mosiah 1:5).

  378. The Joy of Honest Labor The Joy of Honest Labor

    L. Tom Perry October 1986

    “And even I, myself, have labored with mine own hands that I might serve you, and that ye should not be laden with taxes, and that there should nothing come upon you which was grievous to be borne—and of all these things which I have spoken, ye yourselves are witnesses this day” (Mosiah 2:12, 14).

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

    Russell M. Nelson October 1986

    Spiritual self-esteem begins with the realization that each new morning is a gift from God.

  380. Hope in Christ Hope in Christ

    Barbara W. Winder October 1986

    The example of the Savior’s life and the teachings that he left us are patterns for us to follow.

  381. In the Lord’s Own Way In the Lord’s Own Way

    Russell M. Nelson April 1986

    Missionary work throughout the world is part of his plan.

  382. “Called and Prepared from the Foundation of the World” “Called and Prepared from the Foundation of the World”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1986

    In 1833, information also came indicating that Jesus grew from “grace to grace” until He received a fulness.

  383. Reverent and Clean Reverent and Clean

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1986

    The scriptures are replete with declarations that the name of Jesus Christ is “the only name which shall be given under heaven, whereby salvation shall come unto the children of men.” (Moses 6:52; see also Acts 4:12; 2 Ne.

  384. Happiness Happiness

    Jack H Goaslind April 1986

    The Book of Mormon makes it clear that happiness is our destiny.

  385. “The Things of My Soul” “The Things of My Soul”

    Boyd K. Packer April 1986

    “Were it not for these things, which have been kept and preserved by the hand of God, that we might read and understand of his mysteries, and have his commandments, … [we] would have dwindled in unbelief.” (Mosiah 1:5; italics added.)

  386. “As I Have Loved You” “As I Have Loved You”

    Robert L. Backman October 1985

    It was not until I was called on a mission that I discovered the real key to happiness.

  387. Premortality, a Glorious Reality Premortality, a Glorious Reality

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1985

    In fact, adequacy in the first estate may merely have ensured a stern, second estate with more duties and no immunities!

  388. Self-Mastery Self-Mastery

    Russell M. Nelson October 1985

    But as you grow older, our concerns shift more toward your spiritual growth, in order that you might achieve your full potential.

  389. Worthy Fathers, Worthy Sons Worthy Fathers, Worthy Sons

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1985

    In the Book of Mormon, faithful fathers constantly bore their testimonies to their sons.

  390. The Gospel The Gospel

    Hartman Rector, Jr. October 1985

    The works which we do of ourselves are not sufficient to exalt us.

  391. Draw Near unto Me through Obedience Draw Near unto Me through Obedience

    Barbara W. Winder October 1985

    King Benjamin, giving his farewell address after a long life of service and experience, said, “If ye do keep his commandments he doth bless you.” (Mosiah 2:22.)

  392. Reverence for Life Reverence for Life

    Russell M. Nelson April 1985

    The Lord has repeatedly declared this divine imperative: “Thou shalt not kill.” Recently he added, “Nor do anything like unto it.” (D&C 59:6.) Even before the fulness of the gospel was restored, the enlightened understood the sanctity of life.

  393. “Willing to Submit” “Willing to Submit”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1985

    One of Jesus’ prophets delineated—with submissiveness thrice stipulated—how a disciple can become “as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.” (Mosiah 3:19.)

  394. Taking upon Us the Name of Jesus Christ Taking upon Us the Name of Jesus Christ

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1985

    King Benjamin told his people, “There shall be no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ, the Lord Omnipotent.” (Mosiah 3:17; see also 2 Ne.

  395. Why Do We Serve? Why Do We Serve?

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1984

    Whether our service is to our fellowmen or to God, it is the same.

  396. The Great Plan of the Eternal God The Great Plan of the Eternal God

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1984

    At the center of the Father’s plan is Jesus Christ, mankind’s Redeemer.

  397. Covenants, Ordinances, and Service Covenants, Ordinances, and Service

    A. Theodore Tuttle April 1984

    Service, then, becomes one of the highest virtues.

  398. Home and Family: A Divine Eternal Pattern Home and Family: A Divine Eternal Pattern

    Gene R. Cook April 1984

    “When you go to earth, children, remember that once you are a parent you will always be a parent.

  399. Call to the Holy Apostleship Call to the Holy Apostleship

    Russell M. Nelson April 1984

    Now, I understand fully that the call to the Holy Apostleship is one of witness to the world of the divinity of the Lord Jesus the Christ.

  400. The Simplicity of Gospel Truths The Simplicity of Gospel Truths

    Robert L. Simpson April 1984

    That wise and noble prophet and teacher King Benjamin taught his people about putting off the natural man and becoming a Saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord.

  401. Jesus Christ: Our Savior and Redeemer Jesus Christ: Our Savior and Redeemer

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1983

    Jesus Christ was and is the Lord God Omnipotent.

  402. Friend or Foe Friend or Foe

    Charles Didier October 1983

    “For the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever.” (Mosiah 3:19.)

  403. Joseph, the Seer Joseph, the Seer

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1983

    “A saint [is one who becomes] through the atonement of Christ the Lord … a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.” (Mosiah 3:19.)

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1983

    One is humbled by the spiritual submissiveness of the dying young mother of twenty-six, understandably anguished at the prospect of not rearing her two children, one of whom she so recently made ready to lay down her life for, if necessary.

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

    Hartman Rector, Jr. April 1983

    Who, then, can afford not to give the Lord his tenth?

  406. The Lord Expects Righteousness The Lord Expects Righteousness

    Spencer W. Kimball October 1982

    We believe, and it is our testimony, and we proclaim it to the world, “that there shall be no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ, the Lord Omnipotent.” (Mosiah 3:17.)

  407. The Seven Christs The Seven Christs

    Bruce R. McConkie October 1982

    By obedience, by righteousness, through faith, over long ages and eons, this Firstborn of the Father, our Elder Brother, advanced and progressed until he became like unto God in power, in might, in dominion, and in intelligence.

  408. Gratitude and Thanksgiving Gratitude and Thanksgiving

    Marion G. Romney October 1982

    “I say unto you that if ye should serve him who has created you from the beginning, and is preserving you from day to day, by lending you breath, that ye may live and move and do according to your own will, and even supporting you from one moment to another—I say, if ye should serve him with all your whole souls yet ye would be unprofitable servants.” (Mosiah 2:19–21.)

  409. The Meaning of Maturity The Meaning of Maturity

    Derek A. Cuthbert October 1982

    We live in a world where men have largely turned away from righteousness and are self-seeking, gratifying their pride and vain ambition.

  410. “Be of Good Cheer” “Be of Good Cheer”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1982

    To be cheerful when others are in despair, to keep the faith when others falter, to be true even when we feel forsaken—all of these are deeply desired outcomes during the deliberate, divine tutorials which God gives to us—because He loves us.

  411. The Blessings We Receive As We Meet the Challenges of Economic Stress The Blessings We Receive As We Meet the Challenges of Economic Stress

    James E. Faust October 1982

    Seek first the kingdom of God.

  412. Love Is the Power That Will Cure the Family Love Is the Power That Will Cure the Family

    F. Enzio Busche April 1982

    However, as King Benjamin, another great Book of Mormon leader, teaches us, this love of God will not be in us as long as we remain in our natural state.

  413. Life—A Great Proving Ground Life—A Great Proving Ground

    Franklin D. Richards April 1981

    Remember the words of King Benjamin: “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.” (Mosiah 2:17.)

  414. Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ

    Marion G. Romney October 1979

    “I say unto you, … there shall be no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ, the Lord Omnipotent” (Mosiah 3:17).

  415. Commandments to Live By Commandments to Live By

    O. Leslie Stone October 1979

    “And behold, all that he requires of you is to keep his commandments” (Mosiah 2:22).

  416. Following Christ to Victory Following Christ to Victory

    Hartman Rector, Jr. April 1979

    “You think you have that coming to you or something?

  417. True Religion True Religion

    Howard W. Hunter October 1978

    “And behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.” (Mosiah 2:16–17.)

  418. An Eternal Hope in Christ An Eternal Hope in Christ

    Spencer W. Kimball October 1978

    We believe, and it is our testimony, and we proclaim it to the world “that there shall be no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ, the Lord Omnipotent” (Mosiah 3:17).

  419. The Blessings of Righteous Obedience The Blessings of Righteous Obedience

    Delbert L. Stapley October 1977

    “And secondly, he doth require that ye should do as he hath commanded you; for which if ye do, he doth immediately bless you; and therefore he hath paid you.

  420. Sacrifice: Missionary-Style Sacrifice: Missionary-Style

    Adney Y. Komatsu October 1977

    Recently I was asked by a mission president to counsel with a young missionary who had difficulty in adjusting to life in the mission field.

  421. A Vision of the Law of the Fast A Vision of the Law of the Fast

    Victor L. Brown October 1977

    Since President Kimball issued this call 3 1/2 years ago, fast offering donations have increased substantially.

  422. The Validity of the Gospel The Validity of the Gospel

    G. Homer Durham April 1977

    I love the words of King Benjamin as we find them in Mosiah: “And behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.” (Mosiah 2:17.)

  423. Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

    Marion D. Hanks April 1975

    The purity and openness of little children in their relationship with the Lord points the way for all of us.

  424. The Laws of God Are Blessings The Laws of God Are Blessings

    ElRay L. Christiansen April 1975

    We believe that through the atonement of Christ all mankind may be saved by obedience to the laws and the ordinances of the gospel; and that because of his great love for man, the Lord has granted each of us an opportunity to live in the flesh and through obedience to the laws of the gospel and through service to our fellowmen, to find happiness and peace and prepare to live hereafter in a state of “never-ending happiness” as the Book of Mormon describes it.

  425. Help for Parents Help for Parents

    H. Burke Peterson April 1975

    Can you imagine how a parent would feel to ask a little girl, “What did King Benjamin mean when he said, ‘When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God’?” (Mosiah 2:17.) And she would respond, “I suppose he means that I shouldn’t be selfish and should do little things for my sisters because it makes Heavenly Father happy—and Daddy, I want him to be happy with me, so I’m going to try harder.” Innumerable are the blessings that will accrue to the family...

  426. A Self-Inflicted Purging A Self-Inflicted Purging

    Vaughn J. Featherstone April 1975

    My beloved brethren, King Benjamin in, I believe, the second greatest discourse ever delivered, said, “I have not commanded you to come up hither to trifle with … words.” (Mosiah 2:9.) I believe the Prophet has not called this conference to have us trifle with words.

  427. Ocean Currents and Family Influences Ocean Currents and Family Influences

    Spencer W. Kimball October 1974

    “For the natural man is an enemy to God, and has been from the fall of Adam, and will be, forever and ever, unless he yields to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and putteth off the natural man and becometh a saint through the atonement of Christ … and becometh as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.” (Mosiah 3:19.)

  428. The Strength of Testimony The Strength of Testimony

    Hartman Rector, Jr. April 1974

    Conversion implies a change; as King Benjamin says, it means putting “off the natural man,” which is selfish, conceited, impatient, intemperate, disobedient, and rebellious, so that a person becomes “a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord.” This would mean becoming even “as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.” (Mosiah 3:19.)

  429. Forgiveness: The Ultimate Form of Love Forgiveness: The Ultimate Form of Love

    Marion D. Hanks October 1973

    Through Helaman we learn that “whosoever doeth iniquity, doeth it unto himself …” (Hel.

  430. Love and Forgive One Another Love and Forgive One Another

    O. Leslie Stone October 1973

    Today, as I contemplate the many, many blessings that have been given us, I recall the words of King Benjamin in the Book of Mormon when, after enumerating the blessings which had been poured down upon his people by the Lord, he said this to them: “And behold, all that he requires of you is to keep his commandments.” (Mosiah 2:22.) Yes, the only thing the Lord requires of us is that we keep his commandments!

  431. You Shall Receive the Spirit You Shall Receive the Spirit

    Hartman Rector, Jr. October 1973

    “And moreover, I say unto you, that there shall be no other name given nor any other way nor means whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ, the Lord Omnipotent.” (Mosiah 3:17.)

  432. “Thy Will Be Done, O Lord” “Thy Will Be Done, O Lord”

    Franklin D. Richards October 1972

    Many of our friends, Church members and nonmembers, indicated that they felt we were making a real sacrifice.

  433. The Testimony of Jesus The Testimony of Jesus

    Bruce R. McConkie April 1972

    Now salvation is centered in the Lord Jesus Christ.

  434. The Sifting The Sifting

    ElRay L. Christiansen October 1971

    “And moreover, I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God.