Helaman 1–6

2024 · Week 35

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Relevant conference talks

  1. Come Home Come Home

    Clark G. Gilbert April 2026

    Today I echo that same declaration.

  2. Christ—Author and Finisher of Our Faith Christ—Author and Finisher of Our Faith

    Eduardo F. Ortega April 2026

    Our family legacy and traditions are very helpful, but in and of themselves they are not enough for us to build upon the rock of our Savior.

  3. The Lord Looketh on the Heart The Lord Looketh on the Heart

    Ronald M. Barcellos October 2025

    As we continue to nourish the seed of faith by our righteous desires and actions, we will experience the same sanctification of our hearts as the Nephites: “They did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God.”

  4. True to the Faith That Our Parents Have Cherished True to the Faith That Our Parents Have Cherished

    Hans T. Boom April 2025

    Let us all continue in our efforts to get to know our Savior, Jesus Christ, better and to make Him the center of our lives.

  5. Participate to Prepare for Christ’s Return Participate to Prepare for Christ’s Return

    Steven D. Shumway April 2025

    We will fall many times as we engage in God’s work.

  6. Harden Not Your Heart Harden Not Your Heart

    Christopher H. Kim April 2025

    Alma taught the people in Ammonihah that some “would reject the Spirit of God on account of the hardness of their hearts.” He also taught that “they that will harden their hearts, to them is given the lesser portion of the word until they know nothing concerning his mysteries.” Eventually, the Spirit withdraws, and the Lord “will take away [His] word” from those who have hardened their hearts just like Laman and Lemuel.

  7. “This Is My Gospel”—“This Is My Church” “This Is My Gospel”—“This Is My Church”

    Dale G. Renlund October 2024

    Consider the combination of the Savior’s gospel and His Church as established by the Book of Mormon prophet Alma.

  8. Be Thou Clean Be Thou Clean

    D. Martin Goury October 2024

    I am grateful that each of us can receive the gift of the Holy Ghost at the time of our confirmation.

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

    David A. Bednar October 2024

    “[And] there were many of the Nephites who had become hardened and impenitent and grossly wicked, insomuch that they did reject the word of God and all the preaching and prophesying which did come among them.”

  10. The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again

    Russell M. Nelson October 2024

    My decision to follow Jesus Christ is the most important decision I have ever made.

  11. Motions of a Hidden Fire Motions of a Hidden Fire

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2024

    My beloved friends, our prayers are our sweetest hour, our most “sincere desire,” our simplest, purest form of worship.

  12. Pillars and Rays Pillars and Rays

    Alexander Dushku April 2024

    Or as an impression—a still, small voice—that settled “in your mind and in your heart” and urged you to do something good, such as helping someone.

  13. “Be Still, and Know That I Am God” “Be Still, and Know That I Am God”

    David A. Bednar April 2024

    Helaman explained, “Remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build t...

  14. Jesus Christ at the Center of Our Lives Jesus Christ at the Center of Our Lives

    Jose L. Alonso April 2024

    Helaman, speaking to his sons, taught about this eternal principle of putting the Savior at the center of our lives: “Remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation.”

  15. Faithful to the End Faithful to the End

    Andrea Muñoz Spannaus April 2024

    Dear friends, Christ is eager to accompany us on the journey of our lives.

  16. The Testimony of Jesus The Testimony of Jesus

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2024

    The prophet Mormon describes one group of Saints who persevered in this manner despite having “to wade through much affliction”:

  17. Opposition in All Things Opposition in All Things

    Mathias Held April 2024

    Adjust, learn, seek, choose are all action verbs.

  18. In the Path of Their Duty In the Path of Their Duty

    David A. Bednar October 2023

    You love and serve, listen and learn, care and console, and teach and testify by the power of the Holy Ghost.

  19. Abide the Day in Christ Abide the Day in Christ

    Amy A. Wright October 2023

    “What shall [I] do, that this cloud of darkness may be removed from overshadowing [me]?”

  20. 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

    Wouldn’t it be wonderful if our children could have experiences like that with Jesus Christ—something that would bind their hearts to Him!

  21. Promptings of the Spirit Promptings of the Spirit

    Gary E. Stevenson October 2023

    The final principle is to listen to the Holy Spirit.

  22. Hallmarks of Happiness Hallmarks of Happiness

    Gary B. Sabin October 2023

    Therefore, my first observation is that building upon the foundation of Jesus Christ is essential to our happiness.

  23. A Living Prophet for the Latter Days A Living Prophet for the Latter Days

    Allen D. Haynie April 2023

    Knowing by revelation that there is a living prophet on the earth changes everything.

  24. “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

    Repentance brings joy because it prepares our hearts to receive the influence of the Holy Ghost.

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

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2023

    That is the Lord’s way.

  26. 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.

  27. Peacemakers Needed Peacemakers Needed

    Russell M. Nelson April 2023

    At this point you may be thinking that this message would really help someone you know.

  28. “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

    We begin to abide in the Lord by exercising our moral agency to take upon ourselves His yoke through the covenants and ordinances of the restored gospel.

  29. The Virtue of the Word The Virtue of the Word

    Mark D. Eddy October 2022

    Third, in the book of Helaman we read, “Yea, we see that whosoever will may lay hold upon the word of God, which is quick and powerful, which shall divide asunder all the cunning and the snares and the wiles of the devil, and lead the man [and woman] of Christ in a strait and narrow course across that everlasting gulf of misery … and land their souls … at the right hand of God in the kingdom of heaven.” Are you seeking to cut through all the cunning and the snares and the wiles of the devil s...

  30. Steady in the Storms Steady in the Storms

    Henry B. Eyring April 2022

    Here is a word picture of that place.

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

    Kevin S. Hamilton April 2022

    In order to change, we need to put off the natural man and become humble and submissive.

  32. The Power of Spiritual Momentum The Power of Spiritual Momentum

    Russell M. Nelson April 2022

    We should follow that example.

  33. Come into the Fold of God Come into the Fold of God

    Randy D. Funk April 2022

    Jesus then stated, “I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved,” teaching clearly that there is only one way into the fold of God and only one way to be saved.

  34. The Love of God The Love of God

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2021

    “And he hath power given unto him from the Father to redeem them from their sins because of repentance; therefore he hath sent his angels to declare the tidings of the conditions of repentance, which bringeth unto the power of the Redeemer, unto the salvation of their souls.”

  35. Preparing for the Second Coming of Christ Preparing for the Second Coming of Christ

    Christoffel Golden October 2021

    We live in a modern world filled with great knowledge and much prowess.

  36. Worthiness Is Not Flawlessness Worthiness Is Not Flawlessness

    Bradley R. Wilcox October 2021

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

  37. Daily Restoration Daily Restoration

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2021

    Sometimes this falling away takes generations.

  38. The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation

    Russell M. Nelson October 2021

    My dear brothers and sisters, these are the latter days.

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

    Sean Douglas October 2021

    Just as hurricanes weaken over land, doubt is replaced with faith as we build our foundation on Christ.

  40. Essential Conversations Essential Conversations

    Joy D. Jones April 2021

    Consider the value of family conversations about the gospel of Jesus Christ, essential conversations, that can invite the Spirit.

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

    Russell M. Nelson April 2021

    We live in a time prophesied long ago, when “all things shall be in commotion; and surely, men’s hearts shall fail them; for fear shall come upon all people.” That was true before the pandemic, and it will be true after.

  42. Remember Your Way Back Home Remember Your Way Back Home

    José A. Teixeira April 2021

    In the Book of Mormon, Helaman taught his sons to remember that they must build their foundations on Jesus Christ in order to have the strength to withstand the temptations of the adversary.

  43. Moving Forward Moving Forward

    Russell M. Nelson October 2020

    As we gather to hear the words the Lord has inspired His servants to deliver, I invite you to ponder a promise the Lord made.

  44. Highly Favored of the Lord Highly Favored of the Lord

    Gary E. Stevenson October 2020

    Of Nephi and Lehi, the sons of Helaman, who after abuse and imprisonment were encircled by a fire of protection as the Lord’s “still voice of perfect mildness … did pierce [their captors] even to the very soul.”

  45. Waiting on the Lord Waiting on the Lord

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2020

    The answer to such questions is “Yes, God can provide miracles instantaneously, but sooner or later we learn that the times and seasons of our mortal journey are His and His alone to direct.” He administers that calendar to every one of us individually.

  46. Ensuring a Righteous Judgment Ensuring a Righteous Judgment

    James R. Rasband April 2020

    Although the Savior has power to mend what we cannot fix, He commands us to do all we can to make restitution as part of our repentance.

  47. 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.

  48. A Living Witness of the Living Christ A Living Witness of the Living Christ

    Gérald Caussé April 2020

    In contrast, receiving the full blessings of the Savior’s Atonement is conditioned upon our diligence in living the “doctrine of Christ.” In his dream, Lehi saw the “strait and narrow path” that leads to the tree of life.

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

    Dale G. Renlund April 2020

    The consistency of pleas from prophets to reflect on the goodness of God is striking.

  50. 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

    Although its impact can be incredibly powerful, it most often comes quietly as a still, small voice.

  51. Finding Refuge from the Storms of Life Finding Refuge from the Storms of Life

    Ricardo P. Giménez April 2020

    None of us are exempt from facing these storms.

  52. Come, Follow Me—the Lord’s Counterstrategy and Proactive Plan Come, Follow Me—the Lord’s Counterstrategy and Proactive Plan

    Mark L. Pace October 2019

    We recall the teachings of Helaman from the Book of Mormon: “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, … it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they ...

  53. Honoring His Name Honoring His Name

    Lisa L. Harkness October 2019

    “Therefore, my sons, I would that ye should do that which is good.”

  54. Holiness and the Plan of Happiness Holiness and the Plan of Happiness

    Henry B. Eyring October 2019

    The scriptures teach us that among other things, we can be sanctified or become more holy when we exercise faith in Christ, demonstrate our obedience, repent, sacrifice for Him, receive sacred ordinances, and keep our covenants with Him.

  55. 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.

  56. Good Shepherd, Lamb of God Good Shepherd, Lamb of God

    Gerrit W. Gong April 2019

    Dear brothers and sisters, may we desire to be “humble followers of God and the Lamb,” perhaps someday to have our names written in the Lamb’s book of life, to sing the song of the Lamb, to be invited to the supper of the Lamb.

  57. Laying the Foundation of a Great Work Laying the Foundation of a Great Work

    Steven R. Bangerter October 2018

    We are reminded of the wise counsel of Helaman to his sons: “Remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a fo...

  58. Gather Together in One All Things in Christ Gather Together in One All Things in Christ

    David A. Bednar October 2018

    The purpose and purification, the happiness and joy, and the continuing conversion and protection that come from “yielding [our] hearts unto God” and “[receiving] his image in [our] countenances” cannot be obtained merely by performing and checking off all the spiritual things we are supposed to do.

  59. Taking upon Ourselves the Name of Jesus Christ Taking upon Ourselves the Name of Jesus Christ

    Robert C. Gay October 2018

    God will work wonders among us as we sanctify ourselves.

  60. 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.

  61. What Every Aaronic Priesthood Holder Needs to Understand What Every Aaronic Priesthood Holder Needs to Understand

    Douglas D. Holmes April 2018

    From the beginning of time, God has “sent angels to minister unto the children of men, to make manifest … the coming of Christ.” Angels are heavenly beings bearing God’s message.

  62. By Divine Design By Divine Design

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2017

    “Therefore the Lord did cease to preserve them by his miraculous and matchless power, for they had fallen into a state of unbelief and awful wickedness.”

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

    Stanley G. Ellis October 2017

    At one point, some Book of Mormon people suffered “great persecutions” and “much affliction” (Helaman 3:34).

  64. Seek Ye Out of the Best Books Seek Ye Out of the Best Books

    Ian S. Ardern October 2017

    His actions and words were “a snare of the adversary, which he … laid to catch [the] people, that he might bring [them] into subjection unto him, that he might encircle [them] about with his chains” (Alma 12:6).

  65. Our Good Shepherd Our Good Shepherd

    Dale G. Renlund April 2017

    While God is empathetic, we should not mistakenly believe that He is accepting and open-minded about sin.

  66. A Sin-Resistant Generation A Sin-Resistant Generation

    Joy D. Jones April 2017

    However, there are children who struggle to stand “steadfast and immovable” and whose delicate minds are being wounded.

  67. Let the Holy Spirit Guide Let the Holy Spirit Guide

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2017

    The Holy Ghost accompanies those who are “strict to remember the Lord their God from day to day.” As the Lord counseled, we must “lay aside the things of this world, and seek for the things of a better,” for “the Spirit of the Lord doth not dwell in unholy temples.” We must always try to obey God’s laws, study the scriptures, pray, attend the temple, and live true to the thirteenth article of faith, “being honest, true, chaste, benevolent, virtuous, and … doing good to all men.”

  68. The Voice of Warning The Voice of Warning

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2017

    Contrasted to this is “the rock of our Redeemer,” a stable and permanent foundation of justice and virtue.

  69. Foundations of Faith Foundations of Faith

    Quentin L. Cook April 2017

    In the end, our faith in Jesus Christ is the essential foundation for our eternal salvation and exaltation.

  70. The Master Healer The Master Healer

    Carole M. Stephens October 2016

    When we learn how to apply the doctrine of Christ to our individual circumstances, our love for our Savior grows.

  71. “Abide in My Love” “Abide in My Love”

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2016

    God will always love us, but He cannot save us in our sins.

  72. 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.

  73. The Doctrine of Christ The Doctrine of Christ

    Brian K. Ashton October 2016

    Through repentance we become submissive and obedient to God’s will.

  74. Lest Thou Forget Lest Thou Forget

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2016

    As I pondered my friend’s situation, my mind reflected on the great wisdom found in the Book of Mormon: “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, becau...

  75. Always Retain a Remission of Your Sins Always Retain a Remission of Your Sins

    David A. Bednar April 2016

    With the help of the Lord and through the power of His Spirit to “teach [us] all things,” indeed we can be blessed to realize our spiritual possibilities.

  76. Meeting the Challenges of Today’s World Meeting the Challenges of Today’s World

    Robert D. Hales October 2015

    If you don’t have abundant resources, don’t worry.

  77. Therefore They Hushed Their Fears Therefore They Hushed Their Fears

    David A. Bednar April 2015

    Helaman admonished his sons, Nephi and Lehi: “Remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundat...

  78. Why Marriage, Why Family Why Marriage, Why Family

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2015

    Third is redemption from the Fall.

  79. The Lord Is My Light The Lord Is My Light

    Quentin L. Cook April 2015

    Cultures often divide people and are sometimes a source of violence and discrimination.

  80. Returning to Faith Returning to Faith

    Rosemary M. Wixom April 2015

    On that Sunday morning, as I listened to this young sister share the story of her journey, I was reminded that “it is upon the rock of our Redeemer” that we all must build our foundation.

  81. Yes, Lord, I Will Follow Thee Yes, Lord, I Will Follow Thee

    Eduardo Gavarret October 2014

    Obtain knowledge from the scriptures, lighting the way and strengthening your desire to change.

  82. Finding Lasting Peace and Building Eternal Families Finding Lasting Peace and Building Eternal Families

    L. Tom Perry October 2014

    “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build th...

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

    Carol F. McConkie October 2014

    When we heed the words of the prophets, we build our homes and our lives upon an eternally sure foundation, “the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, … that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to … misery and endless wo.”

  84. Eternal Life—to Know Our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ Eternal Life—to Know Our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ

    Robert D. Hales October 2014

    Brothers and sisters, I testify that our Heavenly Father wants us to seek this knowledge now.

  85. The Cost—and Blessings—of Discipleship The Cost—and Blessings—of Discipleship

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2014

    Be strong.

  86. Spiritual Whirlwinds Spiritual Whirlwinds

    Neil L. Andersen April 2014

    How do you prepare for your whirlwinds?

  87. The Witness The Witness

    Boyd K. Packer April 2014

    In the Church we know who He is: Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

  88. Decisions for Eternity Decisions for Eternity

    Russell M. Nelson October 2013

    Marriage between a man and a woman is fundamental to the Lord’s doctrine and crucial to God’s eternal plan.

  89. A Sure Foundation A Sure Foundation

    Dean M. Davies April 2013

    The Nephite prophet Helaman gave unmistakable clarity to the importance of building our lives on a sure foundation, even the foundation of Jesus Christ: “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you...

  90. The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

    Craig A. Cardon April 2013

    While this truth is readily accepted by all believers, not so easily acknowledged is the essential companion truth: the Savior forgives sins “upon earth” and not just at the Final Judgment.

  91. We Believe in Being Chaste We Believe in Being Chaste

    David A. Bednar April 2013

    In contrast, the “man [or woman] of Christ” (Helaman 3:29) is spiritual and bridles all passions (see Alma 38:12), is temperate and restrained, and is benevolent and selfless.

  92. Four Titles Four Titles

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2013

    Remember that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is built not for men and women who are perfect or unaffected by mortal temptations, but rather it is built for people exactly like you and me.

  93. The Words We Speak The Words We Speak

    Rosemary M. Wixom April 2013

    In Helaman chapter 5 we read, “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation.”

  94. “Lord, I Believe” “Lord, I Believe”

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2013

    Furthermore, you have more faith than you think you do because of what the Book of Mormon calls “the greatness of the evidences.” “Ye shall know them by their fruits,” Jesus said, and the fruit of living the gospel is evident in the lives of Latter-day Saints everywhere.

  95. Can Ye Feel So Now? Can Ye Feel So Now?

    Quentin L. Cook October 2012

    As our youth follow President Monson’s counsel by preparing to serve missions, and as we all live the principles the Savior taught and prepare to meet God, we win a much more important race.

  96. Trial of Your Faith Trial of Your Faith

    Neil L. Andersen October 2012

    “Remember, … it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.”

  97. Beware Concerning Yourselves Beware Concerning Yourselves

    Anthony D. Perkins October 2012

    Why would God command us to beware?

  98. Learning with Our Hearts Learning with Our Hearts

    Walter F. González October 2012

    The great men in the Book of Mormon fostered access to a greater knowledge by bringing to mind their key spiritual experiences.

  99. By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled

    Marcus B. Nash October 2012

    Like the path on Huayna Picchu, our mortal journey is a steep and difficult climb, one that requires our Heavenly Father’s help to successfully complete.

  100. To Hold Sacred To Hold Sacred

    Paul B. Pieper April 2012

    The Book of Mormon provides other examples of the struggle to give priority to the sacred.

  101. 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.

  102. The Book of Mormon—a Book from God The Book of Mormon—a Book from God

    Tad R. Callister October 2011

    Or these words of a loving father to his sons: “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation” (Helaman 5:12).

  103. The Spirit of Revelation The Spirit of Revelation

    David A. Bednar April 2011

    I emphasize the phrase “apply unto it” in relation to the spirit of revelation.

  104. What Have You Done with My Name? What Have You Done with My Name?

    Mervyn B. Arnold October 2010

    “… That ye may have that precious gift of eternal life.”

  105. Our Path of Duty Our Path of Duty

    Keith B. McMullin April 2010

    First, our path of duty is to God, our Eternal Father.

  106. The Rock of Our Redeemer The Rock of Our Redeemer

    Wilford W. Andersen April 2010

    “Remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.”

  107. Tell Me the Stories of Jesus Tell Me the Stories of Jesus

    Neil L. Andersen April 2010

    Their daughter Kara, now married with two children of her own, still vividly remembers her father driving her to early morning activities in high school.

  108. Remember Who You Are! Remember Who You Are!

    Elaine S. Dalton April 2010

    We will continue to talk of Christ, to rejoice in Christ, that each of us will know to what source we may look for a remission of our sins.

  109. Helping Others Recognize the Whisperings of the Spirit Helping Others Recognize the Whisperings of the Spirit

    Vicki F. Matsumori October 2009

    This companionship can continue to be ours if we are worthy.

  110. An Easiness and Willingness to Believe An Easiness and Willingness to Believe

    Michael T. Ringwood October 2009

    We learn about the cause of this change during a most remarkable year.

  111. Lessons from the Lord’s Prayers Lessons from the Lord’s Prayers

    Russell M. Nelson April 2009

    Our prayers can be enhanced in other ways.

  112. Winning the War against Evil Winning the War against Evil

    James J. Hamula October 2008

    Second, learn to hear the voice of the Lord.

  113. Testimony as a Process Testimony as a Process

    Carlos A. Godoy October 2008

    President Boyd K.

  114. The True and Living Church The True and Living Church

    Henry B. Eyring April 2008

    “And it came to pass that Nephi and Lehi did preach unto the Lamanites with such great power and authority, for they had power and authority given unto them that they might speak, and they also had what they should speak given unto them.”

  115. Opening Our Hearts Opening Our Hearts

    Gerald N. Lund April 2008

    Mormon wrote of the Nephites, “[Their souls were filled] with joy and consolation … because of their yielding their hearts unto God.”

  116. 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...

  117. 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.

  118. At All Times, in All Things, and in All Places At All Times, in All Things, and in All Places

    Elaine S. Dalton April 2008

    Helaman describes how this is possible: “And now, … remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; … which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall” (Helaman 5:12).

  119. 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).

  120. Ye Must Be Born Again Ye Must Be Born Again

    David A. Bednar April 2007

    “Nevertheless they did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God” (Helaman 3:35).

  121. Remember and Perish Not Remember and Perish Not

    Marlin K. Jensen April 2007

    If we pay close attention to the uses of the word remember in the holy scriptures, we will recognize that remembering in the way God intends is a fundamental and saving principle of the gospel.

  122. Point of Safe Return Point of Safe Return

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2007

    Satan, “the father of all lies” (2 Nephi 2:18), “the father of contention” (3 Nephi 11:29), “the author of all sin” (Helaman 6:30), and the “enemy unto God” (Moroni 7:12), uses the forces of evil to convince us that this concept applies whenever we have sinned.

  123. Look toward Eternity! Look toward Eternity!

    Elaine S. Dalton October 2006

    To become unspotted from the world requires not only faith but repentance and obedience.

  124. The Great Plan of Happiness The Great Plan of Happiness

    Marcus B. Nash October 2006

    Each of us needs to repent to some degree or another.

  125. “The Great and Wonderful Love” “The Great and Wonderful Love”

    Anthony D. Perkins October 2006

    If you have any thoughts and feelings similar to these good Saints, I invite you to become as a little child and feel again “the great and wonderful love made manifest by the Father and the Son in the coming of the Redeemer into the world.” Childlike faith in the perfect love of Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ will “divide asunder” Satan’s snares of inadequacy, imperfection, and guilt.

  126. As a Child As a Child

    Henry B. Eyring April 2006

    “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation … whereon if men build they cannot fa...

  127. 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

    The influence of the Holy Ghost is described in the scriptures as “a still small voice” (1 Kings 19:12; see also 3 Nephi 11:3) and a “voice of perfect mildness” (Helaman 5:30).

  128. To Grow Up unto the Lord To Grow Up unto the Lord

    Anne C. Pingree April 2006

    Helaman, the great Book of Mormon prophet, named his sons Nephi and Lehi after their forebears, and “they began to grow up unto the Lord.” Young or older, all of us must do the same.

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

    Susan W. Tanner April 2006

    This is not an easy task.

  130. Journey to Higher Ground Journey to Higher Ground

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 2005

    There is something about prosperity that brings out the worst in some people.

  131. True Happiness: A Conscious Decision True Happiness: A Conscious Decision

    Benjamín De Hoyos October 2005

    “And land their souls, yea, their immortal souls, at the right hand of God in the kingdom of heaven.”

  132. Appreciating the Counsel of Those Who Are Bowed in Years Appreciating the Counsel of Those Who Are Bowed in Years

    Stephen B. Oveson April 2005

    We find a similar pattern throughout the Book of Mormon in the emphasis given to the final addresses of Nephi, Jacob, and King Benjamin—whose mighty discourse changed the hearts of an entire nation—not to mention the masterful words of Abinadi, who boldly spoke knowing full well that his days were numbered: “Teach them that redemption cometh through Christ the Lord, who is the very Eternal Father” (Mosiah 16:15).

  133. Glad Tidings from Cumorah Glad Tidings from Cumorah

    Susan W. Tanner April 2005

    “Remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, … it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery … , because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation” (Helaman 5:12).

  134. Prophets, Seers, and Revelators Prophets, Seers, and Revelators

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2004

    Thus the apostolic and prophetic foundation of the Church was to bless in all times, but especially in times of adversity or danger, times when we might feel like children, confused or disoriented, perhaps a little fearful, times in which the devious hand of men or the maliciousness of the devil would attempt to unsettle or mislead.

  135. Remember the Teachings of Your Father Remember the Teachings of Your Father

    H. Bryan Richards October 2004

    Third, if you were going to teach your children three great truths that you would want them to remember, what would they be?

  136. A Sure Foundation A Sure Foundation

    Sheldon F. Child October 2003

    “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build th...

  137. Receiving a Testimony of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ Receiving a Testimony of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ

    Robert D. Hales October 2003

    Retaining that companionship requires an earnest effort on the part of Church members.

  138. The Clarion Call of Prophets The Clarion Call of Prophets

    Shirley D. Christensen October 2003

    Helaman, an ancient American prophet, taught his sons Nephi and Lehi: “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are b...

  139. 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).

  140. The Virtues of Righteous Daughters of God The Virtues of Righteous Daughters of God

    James E. Faust April 2003

    In the book of Ether, Jared’s beautiful daughter enticed Akish to marry her through a seductive dance.

  141. “Blessed Are the Peacemakers” “Blessed Are the Peacemakers”

    Russell M. Nelson October 2002

    The hope of the world is the Prince of Peace—our Creator, Savior, Jehovah, and Judge.

  142. Full Conversion Brings Happiness Full Conversion Brings Happiness

    Richard G. Scott April 2002

    True conversion yields the fruit of enduring happiness that can be enjoyed even when the world is in turmoil and most are anything but happy.

  143. How Firm Our Foundation How Firm Our Foundation

    Russell M. Nelson April 2002

    Remember: “It is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, … when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power … to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation.”

  144. The Opportunity to Serve The Opportunity to Serve

    Gerald N. Lund April 2002

    I went home that day—and it’s not that I felt any of my desires were wrong—but in that moment I realized that those desires were mine.

  145. “Help Thou Mine Unbelief” “Help Thou Mine Unbelief”

    L. Whitney Clayton October 2001

    We then find occurring in our own lives an experience described in the Book of Mormon: “Nevertheless they did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God.”

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

    Boyd K. Packer October 2001

    The still, small voice of personal revelation;

  147. Stand Firm Stand Firm

    Virginia U. Jensen October 2001

    To stand firm we must know in the core of our souls that the Lord will be our support if we stand firmly planted on the rock of our Redeemer.

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

    Boyd K. Packer April 2001

    We can even “retain a remission of [our] sins.” Baptism by immersion is for the remission of our sins.

  149. Keep an Eternal Perspective Keep an Eternal Perspective

    Jay E. Jensen April 2000

    Remember, however, that Satan will dim the brightness of hope and eternal perspective by the dark, compelling urgency of now.

  150. Lessons from Laman and Lemuel Lessons from Laman and Lemuel

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1999

    Spiritually numbed, Laman and Lemuel felt that the people of Jerusalem were undeserving of prophetic criticisms leveled (see 1 Ne.

  151. Hope, an Anchor of the Soul Hope, an Anchor of the Soul

    James E. Faust October 1999

    This experience strengthened Peter to the point that he would never fail again and was known as the rock.

  152. A Testimony of the Book of Mormon A Testimony of the Book of Mormon

    Russell M. Nelson October 1999

    When Mormon abridged these records, he noted that he could not write a “hundredth part” of their proceedings.

  153. A Year of Jubilee A Year of Jubilee

    L. Tom Perry October 1999

    Helaman had a special way of transferring his heritage to his sons: he named his sons after his noble ancestors to help his sons remember them and their works.

  154. “Repent of [Our] Selfishness” (D&C 56:8) “Repent of [Our] Selfishness” (D&C 56:8)

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1999

    Alas, gross, individual selfishness is finally acculturated.

  155. Our Only Chance Our Only Chance

    Sheri L. Dew April 1999

    The Lord has promised to heal our broken hearts and “to set at liberty them that are bruised” (Luke 4:18); to give power to the faint, to heal the wounded soul, and to turn our weakness into strength (see Isa.

  156. 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.

  157. “A Teacher Come from God” “A Teacher Come from God”

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 1998

    That is what happens in the gospel to both the teacher and the taught.

  158. Have You Been Saved? Have You Been Saved?

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1998

    We are not saved in our sins, as by being unconditionally saved through confessing Christ and then, inevitably, committing sins in our remaining lives (see Alma 11:36–37).

  159. Standing for Truth and Right Standing for Truth and Right

    M. Russell Ballard October 1997

    The Book of Mormon teaches that secret combinations engaged in crime present a serious challenge, not just to individuals and families but to entire civilizations.

  160. His Peace His Peace

    Dennis E. Simmons April 1997

    But although the Spirit is gentle, it speaks with great power.

  161. Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer

    Richard G. Scott April 1997

    I know that “there is no other way nor means whereby man can be saved, only through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ.” I witness that Jesus Christ atoned “for the sins of the world, to bring about the plan of mercy, to appease the demands of justice, that God might be a perfect, just God, and a merciful God also.” I testify that except for the Atonement of the Holy Redeemer, the demands of justice would prevent every soul born on earth from returning to the presence of God to partake of His ...

  162. “When Thou Art Converted, Strengthen Thy Brethren” “When Thou Art Converted, Strengthen Thy Brethren”

    Robert D. Hales April 1997

    All of this time our testimonies continue to grow, and as they do they become a protection for us “that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, … it shall have no power over you” (Hel.

  163. The Spirit of Prophecy The Spirit of Prophecy

    L. Aldin Porter October 1996

    Mormon recorded the roots of the problems that beset Nephite society when he said, “And it was because of the pride of their hearts, because of their exceeding riches, yea, it was because of their oppression to the poor, withholding their food from the hungry, withholding their clothing from the naked, and smiting their humble brethren upon the cheek, making a mock of that which was sacred, denying the spirit of prophecy and of revelation.”

  164. “According to the Desire of [Our] Hearts” “According to the Desire of [Our] Hearts”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1996

    Mostly, brothers and sisters, we become the victims of our own wrong desires.

  165. “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.

  166. Christians in Belief and Action Christians in Belief and Action

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1996

    We rejoice in our sure knowledge that “there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.” With obedient hearts and eyes of faith, “we see that the gate of heaven is open unto all, even to those who will believe on the name of Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God.”

  167. The Joy of Living the Great Plan of Happiness The Joy of Living the Great Plan of Happiness

    Richard G. Scott October 1996

    Satan also has a plan.

  168. Confirmed in Faith Confirmed in Faith

    Aileen H. Clyde October 1996

    There were those in that clattering room who were going forth, as Alma did, to teach and help save others through the power of their faith.

  169. 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.

  170. Finding Forgiveness Finding Forgiveness

    Richard G. Scott April 1995

    The Redeemer can settle your individual account with justice and grant forgiveness through the merciful path of repentance.

  171. To Be Healed To Be Healed

    Richard G. Scott April 1994

    Your access to the Savior’s help comes in different ways.

  172. For Time and All Eternity For Time and All Eternity

    Boyd K. Packer October 1993

    The adversary rebelled and adopted a plan of his own.

  173. 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.

  174. Spiritually Strong Homes and Families Spiritually Strong Homes and Families

    Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1993

    Let us be sure the spiritual foundation of each home is the rock of our Redeemer, as Helaman taught his sons: “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo,...

  175. “Born of Goodly Parents” “Born of Goodly Parents”

    Dallas N. Archibald October 1992

    The Book of Mormon clearly shows the value of righteousness and dedication in parents.

  176. Spiritual Bonfires of Testimony Spiritual Bonfires of Testimony

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1992

    “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build th...

  177. The Lord Will Prosper the Righteous The Lord Will Prosper the Righteous

    Dean L. Larsen October 1992

    “And so great was the prosperity of the church, and so many the blessings which were poured out upon the people, that even the high priests and the teachers were themselves astonished beyond measure” (Hel.

  178. Jesus Christ Is at the Center of the Restoration of the Gospel Jesus Christ Is at the Center of the Restoration of the Gospel

    Gary J. Coleman October 1992

    “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build th...

  179. “Settle This in Your Hearts” “Settle This in Your Hearts”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1992

    There are passages ahead which will require similar obedience, as prophets lead the “men [and women] of Christ” in a straight and narrow course (see Hel.

  180. “Remember Also the Promises” “Remember Also the Promises”

    Jay E. Jensen October 1992

    Power to overcome evil.

  181. The Royal Law The Royal Law

    Marion D. Hanks April 1992

    His divine messiahship is the matter of first magnitude for us.

  182. “The Pure Love of God” “The Pure Love of God”

    Yoshihiko Kikuchi April 1992

    “… The gate of heaven [will be] open unto all, even to those who will believe on the name of Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God” (Hel.

  183. Nourish the Flock of Christ Nourish the Flock of Christ

    Alexander B. Morrison April 1992

    “And land their souls … at the right hand of God in the kingdom of heaven” (Hel.

  184. Reverence Invites Revelation Reverence Invites Revelation

    Boyd K. Packer October 1991

    Helaman said of that voice of revelation: “It was not a voice of thunder, neither was it a voice of a great tumultuous noise, but behold, it was a still voice of perfect mildness, as if it had been a whisper, and it did pierce even to the very soul” (Hel.

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

    Russell M. Nelson October 1991

    “They did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts” (Hel.

  186. “Yagottawanna” “Yagottawanna”

    Jack H Goaslind April 1991

    Your potential, young men, is described in a Book of Mormon phrase: “the man of Christ” (Hel.

  187. “Lest Ye Be Wearied and Faint in Your Minds” “Lest Ye Be Wearied and Faint in Your Minds”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1991

    A few of these few have had their faith scorched, such as by the circumstances of wrenching or unrelieved sickness, grinding economic pressures, loss of a loved one, or deep disappointment with a spouse or friend.

  188. Hour of Conversion Hour of Conversion

    Robert K. Dellenbach October 1990

    As we sincerely pray to the Lord and rely upon his divine whisperings, that still, small voice will come to us (see Hel.

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

    Russell M. Nelson April 1990

    We worship God the Eternal Father in the name of His Son by the power of the Holy Ghost.

  190. “Neither Boast of Faith Nor of Mighty Works” “Neither Boast of Faith Nor of Mighty Works”

    Marvin J. Ashton April 1990

    “And now my sons, behold I have somewhat more to desire of you, which desire is, that ye may not do these things that ye may boast, but that ye may do these things to lay up for yourselves a treasure in heaven, yea, which is eternal” (Hel.

  191. Finding the Way Back Finding the Way Back

    Richard G. Scott April 1990

    It may be difficult to begin, but pick up the scriptures and immerse yourself in them.

  192. Preparing the Heart Preparing the Heart

    H. Burke Peterson April 1990

    “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, … when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down” (Hel.

  193. Revelation in a Changing World Revelation in a Changing World

    Boyd K. Packer October 1989

    Two things characterize them: they are always irritated by the word obedience, and always they question revelation.

  194. The Scourge of Illicit Drugs The Scourge of Illicit Drugs

    Gordon B. Hinckley October 1989

    I am convinced that their use is an affront to God.

  195. Beware of Pride Beware of Pride

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1989

    Another major portion of this very prevalent sin of pride is enmity toward our fellowmen.

  196. Seeds of Renewal Seeds of Renewal

    Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1989

    “And if the time comes that the voice of the people doth choose iniquity, then is the time that the judgments of God will come upon you.” (Mosiah 29:26–27.) That time of iniquity came about sixty years later and at several other times.

  197. Adversity and the Divine Purpose of Mortality Adversity and the Divine Purpose of Mortality

    Ronald E. Poelman April 1989

    In the time of Nephi, son of Helaman, “the more humble part of the people … [suffered] much affliction”; but they fasted and prayed frequently and became “stronger in their humility, and … firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation.” (Hel.

  198. The Priesthood of God The Priesthood of God

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1988

    I believe that a noble priesthood bearer should have balance in his life.

  199. “For I Will Lead You Along” “For I Will Lead You Along”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1988

    Some prophecies, such as the return of Jewish people to Israel, were decades in their fulfillment (see Ezek.

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

    Douglas H. Smith April 1988

    “O remember, remember, my sons, the words which king Benjamin spake unto his people; yea, remember that there is no other way nor means whereby man can be saved, only through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, who shall come; yea, remember that he cometh to redeem the world” (Hel.

  201. “Come unto Christ” “Come unto Christ”

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1987

    “Remember, remember,” said Helaman, “that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, … that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, … [they] shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery” (Hel.

  202. Lessons from Eve Lessons from Eve

    Russell M. Nelson October 1987

    “Remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall” (Hel.

  203. The Savior’s Visit to America The Savior’s Visit to America

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1987

    But, as so often happens, the people rejected the Lord.

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1987

    Real disciples are also, precept by precept and experience by experience, becoming ever more like the Master they serve.

  205. Come Back to the Lord Come Back to the Lord

    F. Burton Howard October 1986

    Another who came back was Aminadab (see Hel.

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

    Russell M. Nelson April 1986

    Every person so baptized who receives the gift of the Holy Ghost, which seals the ordinance, is under solemn covenant with the Lord to obey his commandments.

  207. Reverent and Clean Reverent and Clean

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1986

    Profanity also takes its toll on the one who uses it.

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

    Boyd K. Packer April 1986

    No doubt this record contained a great resource of historical information.

  209. The Power of the Word The Power of the Word

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1986

    Are there members of your flock who are deep in sin and need to pull themselves back?

  210. Worthy Fathers, Worthy Sons Worthy Fathers, Worthy Sons

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1985

    Repetition is a key to learning.

  211. Spirituality Spirituality

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1985

    Like other Book of Mormon prophets, Samuel the Lamanite warned the Nephites that they were cursed because of their riches, “Because ye have set your hearts upon them, and have not hearkened unto the words of him who gave them unto you.” (Hel.

  212. Reverence for Life Reverence for Life

    Russell M. Nelson April 1985

    Another excuse some use to justify abortion relates to population control.

  213. “Born of Goodly Parents” “Born of Goodly Parents”

    L. Tom Perry April 1985

    “Therefore, my sons, I would that ye should do that which is good.” (Hel.

  214. “Willing to Submit” “Willing to Submit”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1985

    “Nevertheless they did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ … even to the … yielding their hearts unto God.” (Hel.

  215. Spiritual Guides for Teachers of Righteousness Spiritual Guides for Teachers of Righteousness

    Gene R. Cook April 1982

    Still others the Lord blesses with great material blessings.

  216. The Perfect Law of Liberty The Perfect Law of Liberty

    Marion G. Romney October 1981

    The Nephites, for example, at one time, by the exercise of their agency, brought themselves to such a state of affairs that their only course led to political bondage.

  217. Communion with the Holy Spirit Communion with the Holy Spirit

    James E. Faust April 1980

    It is the inner voice of the Spirit, which has the capacity to whisper through and pierce all things (see D&C 85:6).

  218. A Personal Commitment A Personal Commitment

    James M. Paramore April 1979

    “And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build th...

  219. “Hold Fast to the Iron Rod” “Hold Fast to the Iron Rod”

    Spencer W. Kimball October 1978

    But a warning is sounded for us.

  220. No Time for Contention No Time for Contention

    Marvin J. Ashton April 1978

    Practice speaking in a soft, calm voice.

  221. Trust in the Lord Trust in the Lord

    Marion D. Hanks April 1975

    “They did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God.” (Hel.

  222. The Man of Christ The Man of Christ

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1975

    My brothers and sisters it has been subduing and sweet to be with you, those of the household of faith.

  223. The Importance of a Personal Testimony The Importance of a Personal Testimony

    James A. Cullimore April 1972

    Our lives must be in conformity to the gospel standards.

  224. A Foundation Whereon Men Cannot Fall A Foundation Whereon Men Cannot Fall

    David B. Haight April 1972

    “… remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer … that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, … when all of his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you … because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.” (Hel.

  225. Confession and Forsaking: Elements of Genuine Repentance Confession and Forsaking: Elements of Genuine Repentance

    James A. Cullimore October 1971

    “And he hath power given unto him from the Father to redeem them from their sins because of repentance.” (Hel.