Alma 43–52 — Come Follow Me

The Name by Which Ye Are Called The Name by Which Ye Are Called

B. Corey Cuvelier October 2025

Those who take upon themselves the name of Christ become His disciples and witnesses.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/52cuvelier?lang=eng&id=p_iiOLK#p_iiOLK

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

Sandino Roman April 2025

Your loyalty, love, and trust in Christ will shape your character and identity after His.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/24roman?lang=eng&id=p_gYc6z#p_gYc6z

Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion

D. Todd Christofferson October 2024

The swords and other weapons that the Lamanite converts buried were weapons of rebellion because of how they had used them.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/21christofferson?lang=eng&id=p_uxgT6#p_uxgT6

Covenants and Responsibilities Covenants and Responsibilities

Dallin H. Oaks April 2024

The first part of the Book of Mormon, which was written during the Old Testament period, clearly demonstrates the role of covenants in the Israelite history and worship.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/47oaks?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

In the Path of Their Duty In the Path of Their Duty

David A. Bednar October 2023

“‘If all men had been, and were, and ever would be, like unto Moroni, behold, the very powers of hell would have been shaken forever; yea, the devil would never have power over the hearts of the children of men’ (Alma 48:17).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/11bednar?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

This Day This Day

Ronald A. Rasband October 2022

My dear friends, as an Apostle of the Lord, I invite you to follow our beloved prophet, President Nelson, in flooding the earth with the Book of Mormon.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/17rasband?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

The Love of God The Love of God

D. Todd Christofferson October 2021

Professor Hugh Nibley once noted that the kingdom of God cannot endure if it indulges even the smallest sin: “The slightest taint of corruption means that the other world would be neither incorruptible nor eternal.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/15christofferson?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

A Faithful Search Rewarded A Faithful Search Rewarded

Patricio M. Giuffra October 2021

It has been almost 45 years since my mother and I first learned the joy and power of having faith in Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/17giuffra?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

What We Are Learning and Will Never Forget What We Are Learning and Will Never Forget

Russell M. Nelson April 2021

You may feel that there is still more you need to do to make your home truly a sanctuary of faith.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/36nelson?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues

Gerrit W. Gong October 2020

For example, at a stake conference in Monroe, Utah, population 2,200, I asked how many had served missions.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/10/24gong?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

Embrace the Future with Faith Embrace the Future with Faith

Russell M. Nelson October 2020

First, he helped them create areas where they would be safe—“places of security” he called them.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/10/37nelson?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Watchful unto Prayer Continually Watchful unto Prayer Continually

David A. Bednar October 2019

Understanding the intent of an enemy is vital to effective preparation for possible attacks.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/22bednar?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Honoring His Name Honoring His Name

Lisa L. Harkness October 2019

As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, may we “gladly [take upon us] the name of Christ” by honoring His name with love, devotion, and good works.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/32harkness?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection

Ronald A. Rasband April 2019

Such righteous purpose is well described in the Book of Mormon when Captain Moroni prepared the Nephites to face attacks from a deceitful, bloodthirsty, power-hungry Amalickiah.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/56rasband?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice

M. Joseph Brough October 2018

Remember that “men are, that they might have joy.” With all that Lehi faced, he still found joy.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/lift-up-your-head-and-rejoice?lang=eng&id=p32#p32

Truly Good and without Guile Truly Good and without Guile

Michael T. Ringwood April 2015

Shiblon was truly good and without guile.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/truly-good-and-without-guile?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

Yes, We Can and Will Win! Yes, We Can and Will Win!

Ulisses Soares April 2015

The scriptures contain countless examples of those who have won their wars even in the midst of very hostile situations.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/yes-we-can-and-will-win?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Preserving Agency, Protecting Religious Freedom Preserving Agency, Protecting Religious Freedom

Robert D. Hales April 2015

Our Savior’s Second Coming is drawing nearer.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/preserving-agency-protecting-religious-freedom?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

Which Way Do You Face? Which Way Do You Face?

Lynn G. Robbins October 2014

Moroni had such great courage in remembering which way he faced that it was said of him, “If all men had been, and were, and ever would be, like unto Moroni, behold, the very powers of hell would have been shaken forever; yea, the devil would never have power over the hearts of the children of men” (Alma 48:17).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/which-way-do-you-face?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Prepared in a Manner That Never Had Been Known Prepared in a Manner That Never Had Been Known

Linda K. Burton October 2014

As I am again reading about Captain Moroni in the Book of Mormon, I am reminded that one of Moroni’s greatest accomplishments was his careful preparation of the Nephites to withstand the frightening Lamanite army.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/prepared-in-a-manner-that-never-had-been-known?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

The Power, Joy, and Love of Covenant Keeping The Power, Joy, and Love of Covenant Keeping

Linda K. Burton October 2013

President Thomas S.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/the-power-joy-and-love-of-covenant-keeping?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

These Things I Know These Things I Know

Boyd K. Packer April 2013

Alma taught that “the Lord cannot look upon sin with the least degree of allowance.” In order to understand this, we must separate the sin from the sinner.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/these-things-i-know?lang=eng&id=p110#p110

The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

Craig A. Cardon April 2013

No one need suppose that this forgiveness comes without repentance.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/the-savior-wants-to-forgive?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

Stand Strong in Holy Places Stand Strong in Holy Places

Robert D. Hales April 2013

Moroni raised the title of liberty to preserve his people’s families and religious freedom.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/stand-strong-in-holy-places?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

Beware Concerning Yourselves Beware Concerning Yourselves

Anthony D. Perkins October 2012

Long ago, Moses counseled, “Beware lest thou forget the Lord.” In our fast-paced and entertainment-saturated world, men are still quick to “forget the Lord, … to do iniquity, and to be led away by the evil one.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/10/beware-concerning-yourselves?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

The Divine Gift of Repentance The Divine Gift of Repentance

D. Todd Christofferson October 2011

For our turning to the Lord to be complete, it must include nothing less than a covenant of obedience to Him.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/the-divine-gift-of-repentance?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

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

Robert D. Hales October 2011

Waiting upon the Lord means to “stand fast” and “press forward” in faith, “having a perfect brightness of hope.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/waiting-upon-the-lord-thy-will-be-done?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Love Her Mother Love Her Mother

Elaine S. Dalton October 2011

“… If all men had been, and were, and ever would be, like unto Moroni, behold, the very powers of hell would have been shaken forever; … the devil would never have power over the hearts of the children of men.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/love-her-mother?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

Courageous Parenting Courageous Parenting

Larry R. Lawrence October 2010

I am inspired every time I read these courageous words from Alma: “And now the Spirit of the Lord doth say unto me: Command thy children to do good … ; therefore I command you, my son, in the fear of God, that ye refrain from your iniquities” (Alma 39:12).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/courageous-parenting?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Finding Strength in Challenging Times! Finding Strength in Challenging Times!

Allan F. Packer April 2009

In time, a personal witness will come and we will know—and know that we know.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/04/finding-strength-in-challenging-times?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

Pray Always Pray Always

David A. Bednar October 2008

The most meaningful and spiritual prayers I have experienced contained many expressions of thanks and few, if any, requests.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/pray-always?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

Christian Courage: The Price of Discipleship Christian Courage: The Price of Discipleship

Robert D. Hales October 2008

As the Savior demonstrated with Herod, sometimes true disciples must show Christian courage by saying nothing at all.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/christian-courage-the-price-of-discipleship?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

A Return to Virtue A Return to Virtue

Elaine S. Dalton October 2008

Could it be that we have been slowly desensitized into thinking that high moral standards are old-fashioned and not relevant or important in today’s society?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/a-return-to-virtue?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

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.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/10/personal-revelation-the-teachings-and-examples-of-the-prophets?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

If These Old Walls Could Talk If These Old Walls Could Talk

H. David Burton April 2007

President Hinckley’s request to return the “old original Tabernacle” became the standard for making difficult architectural and construction decisions.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/04/if-these-old-walls-could-talk?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

“Mom, Are We Christians?” “Mom, Are We Christians?”

Gary J. Coleman April 2007

The second restored truth I learned as an investigator of this Church was the reality of additional scripture and revelation.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/04/mom-are-we-christians?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

“I Will Remember Your Sins No More” “I Will Remember Your Sins No More”

Boyd K. Packer April 2006

Corianton joined his brothers, Helaman and Shiblon, who were among the priesthood leaders.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/i-will-remember-your-sins-no-more?lang=eng&id=p51#p51

Instruments of the Lord’s Peace Instruments of the Lord’s Peace

Robert S. Wood April 2006

The Lord has warned that from the beginning and throughout history, Satan would stir up people’s hearts to anger.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/instruments-of-the-lords-peace?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ—Plain and Precious Things The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ—Plain and Precious Things

Boyd K. Packer April 2005

“And again, the Lord has said that: Ye shall defend your families even unto bloodshed.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/04/the-book-of-mormon-another-testament-of-jesus-christ-plain-and-precious-things?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

War and Peace War and Peace

Gordon B. Hinckley April 2003

“And they were doing that which they felt was the duty which they owed to their God” (Alma 43:45–46).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/04/war-and-peace?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

Eternal Marriage Eternal Marriage

F. Burton Howard April 2003

Most of all, I think eternal marriage cannot be achieved without a commitment to make it work.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/04/eternal-marriage?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Press Forward and Be Steadfast Press Forward and Be Steadfast

Elaine S. Dalton April 2003

When our daughter Emi was 15, she made a decision.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/04/press-forward-and-be-steadfast?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

“Blessed Are the Peacemakers” “Blessed Are the Peacemakers”

Russell M. Nelson October 2002

The commandments to love God and neighbor are interrelated.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/blessed-are-the-peacemakers?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

The Times in Which We Live The Times in Which We Live

Gordon B. Hinckley October 2001

We are people of peace.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/the-times-in-which-we-live?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

Personal Preparation for Temple Blessings Personal Preparation for Temple Blessings

Russell M. Nelson April 2001

Wearing the temple garment has deep symbolic significance.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/personal-preparation-for-temple-blessings?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

You Can’t Pet a Rattlesnake You Can’t Pet a Rattlesnake

David E. Sorensen April 2001

Remember, such “fortifications” are not a sign of weakness.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/you-can-t-pet-a-rattlesnake?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

The Law of the Fast The Law of the Fast

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 2001

Book of Mormon prophets taught the law of the fast: “Behold, now it came to pass that the people of Nephi were exceedingly rejoiced, because the Lord had again delivered them out of the hands of their enemies; therefore they gave thanks unto the Lord their God; yea, and they did fast much and pray much, and they did worship God with exceedingly great joy.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/the-law-of-the-fast?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

The Path to Peace and Joy The Path to Peace and Joy

Richard G. Scott October 2000

Find encouragement in the lives of Alma the Younger and the sons of Mosiah.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/10/the-path-to-peace-and-joy?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

Content with the Things Allotted unto Us Content with the Things Allotted unto Us

Neal A. Maxwell April 2000

Thus, less spectacular episodes, just as good individuals with lower profiles, are “no less serviceable” in order to get the job done (Alma 48:19).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/content-with-the-things-allotted-unto-us?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

Young Women—Titles of Liberty Young Women—Titles of Liberty

Sharon G. Larsen April 1998

The captain of the Nephite army was angry!

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1998/04/young-women-titles-of-liberty?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

Creating Places of Security Creating Places of Security

Virginia U. Jensen October 1997

While his enemies gained power through fraud and deceit, Moroni empowered the Nephites by teaching them to be faithful to God (see Alma 48:7).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/10/creating-places-of-security?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Five Loaves and Two Fishes Five Loaves and Two Fishes

James E. Faust April 1994

During much of my life, a few journalists and dissidents have predicted the imminent downfall of this church.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/five-loaves-and-two-fishes?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

“Remember Also the Promises” “Remember Also the Promises”

Jay E. Jensen October 1992

Increase in hope and joy.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/10/remember-also-the-promises?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

Follow Christ in Word and Deed Follow Christ in Word and Deed

Rex D. Pinegar October 1991

“And therefore, at this time, Moroni prayed that the cause of Christians … might be favored” (Alma 46:13–16).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/follow-christ-in-word-and-deed?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

“Thus Shall My Church Be Called” “Thus Shall My Church Be Called”

Russell M. Nelson April 1990

Perhaps above all, a saint is reverent.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/04/thus-shall-my-church-be-called?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

Beware of Pride Beware of Pride

Ezra Taft Benson April 1989

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

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/beware-of-pride?lang=eng&id=p61#p61

The Canker of Contention The Canker of Contention

Russell M. Nelson April 1989

“Now these dissenters, having the same instruction and the same information … , having been instructed in the same knowledge of the Lord, nevertheless, it is strange to relate, not long after their dissensions they became more hardened and impenitent, and more wild, wicked and ferocious … ; giving way to indolence, and all manner of lasciviousness; yea, entirely forgetting the Lord their God.” (Alma 47:36.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/the-canker-of-contention?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

“With God Nothing Shall Be Impossible” “With God Nothing Shall Be Impossible”

Russell M. Nelson April 1988

A third theme in the scriptures requisite for significant accomplishment is difficult to summarize in one word, so I shall link two to describe it—strength and courage.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/04/with-god-nothing-shall-be-impossible?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

“Joy Cometh in the Morning” “Joy Cometh in the Morning”

Russell M. Nelson October 1986

I did not fully appreciate the significance of prayerful greetings until I became a father myself.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/10/joy-cometh-in-the-morning?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

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.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/in-the-lords-own-way?lang=eng&id=p54#p54

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

Dallin H. Oaks April 1985

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

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1985/04/taking-upon-us-the-name-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Parent-Child Interviews Parent-Child Interviews

Carlos E. Asay October 1983

Alma’s second question was simply: “Believest thou in Jesus Christ, who shall come?” Again, without delay, Helaman stated: “Yea, I believe all the words which thou hast spoken.” (See Alma 45:2–5.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1983/10/parent-child-interviews?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

The Value of People The Value of People

Charles A. Didier April 1976

Yes, I remember what you have done and so do millions of people who looked for the light of example and truth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/the-value-of-people?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

But Watchman, What of the Night? But Watchman, What of the Night?

Vaughn J. Featherstone October 1975

“And he fastened on his headplate, and his breastplate, and his shields, and girded on his armor about his loins; and he took the pole, which had on the end thereof his rent coat, (and he called it the title of liberty) and he bowed himself to the earth, and he prayed mightily unto his God for the blessings of liberty to rest upon his brethren, so long as there should a band of Christians remain to possess the land.” (Alma 46:12–13.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/10/but-watchman-what-of-the-night?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

The Path to Eternal Life The Path to Eternal Life

Delbert L. Stapley October 1973

Some people erroneously think if they receive all the ordinances of the gospel, regardless of their transgressions, they will inherit the celestial mansions of our God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/the-path-to-eternal-life?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

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