3 Nephi 1–7 — Come Follow Me

Encounter at the Empty Tomb Encounter at the Empty Tomb

Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2026

We can walk in “the way” of Christ and “serve God with all diligence day and night.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/41uchtdorf?lang=eng&id=p_kKkys#p_kKkys

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

David A. Bednar October 2023

The phrase “in the path of their duty” describes righteous individuals who yearn to become yoked to the Savior through the authorized covenants and ordinances of His gospel—but may be prohibited from doing so by factors beyond their control.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/11bednar?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

Safely Gathered Home Safely Gathered Home

Quentin L. Cook April 2023

This is clearly described by Mormon in 3 Nephi 5:20, which reads: “I am Mormon, and a pure descendant of Lehi.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/15cook?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

Hosanna to the Most High God Hosanna to the Most High God

Ronald A. Rasband April 2023

That Palm Sunday in Takoradi was a very special experience for me because I shared it with a faithful congregation of brothers and sisters.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/53rasband?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

In Awe of Christ and His Gospel In Awe of Christ and His Gospel

Ulisses Soares April 2022

Pastor Aiden Wilson Tozer, a renowned writer and valiant Christian, wrote, “Complacency is a deadly foe of all spiritual growth.” Wasn’t this exactly what happened to the people of Nephi shortly after the birth of Christ?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/55soares?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Come unto Christ and Don’t Come Alone Come unto Christ and Don’t Come Alone

Bonnie H. Cordon October 2021

We continually seek to draw closer to the Savior through faith, cherished repentance, and keeping the commandments.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/13cordon?lang=eng&id=p37#p37

The Peace of Christ Abolishes Enmity The Peace of Christ Abolishes Enmity

Dale G. Renlund October 2021

If they can do it, so can we.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/43renlund?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

Found through the Power of the Book of Mormon Found through the Power of the Book of Mormon

Rubén V. Alliaud October 2019

I solemnly testify that the Book of Mormon contains the fulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ and that the Holy Ghost will confirm the truth of it time after time to anyone who, with a sincere heart, seeks knowledge unto the salvation of their soul.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/23alliaud?lang=eng&id=p31#p31

Take Up Our Cross Take Up Our Cross

Ulisses Soares October 2019

My dear friends, we must remember that taking our cross upon ourselves includes being humble and trusting in God and in His infinite wisdom.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/55soares?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

Firm and Steadfast in the Faith of Christ Firm and Steadfast in the Faith of Christ

D. Todd Christofferson October 2018

They “were converted unto the true faith; and they would not depart from it, for they were firm, and steadfast, and immovable, willing with all diligence to keep the commandments of the Lord.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/firm-and-steadfast-in-the-faith-of-christ?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

Am I a Child of God? Am I a Child of God?

Brian K. Taylor April 2018

I love the God of my fathers, “the Lord God Almighty,” who weeps with us in our sorrows, patiently chastens our unrighteousness, and rejoices when we seek to “give away all [our] sins to know [Him].” I worship Him, who is ever “a father of the fatherless” and a companion to the companionless.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/04/am-i-a-child-of-god?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

With One Accord With One Accord

Reyna I. Aburto April 2018

Some of the blessings they received were that they were filled with the Holy Ghost, miracles took place among them, the Church grew, there was no contention among the people, and the Lord blessed them in all things.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/04/with-one-accord?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

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

Stanley G. Ellis October 2017

My greatest desires are to stand with Mormon as a true disciple of Jesus Christ (see 3 Nephi 5:13) and to one day hear from His lips, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/do-we-trust-him-hard-is-good?lang=eng&id=p37#p37

My Heart Pondereth Them Continually My Heart Pondereth Them Continually

Devin G. Durrant October 2015

By profession, I am an investor.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/10/my-heart-pondereth-them-continually?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Is It Still Wonderful to You? Is It Still Wonderful to You?

Gérald Caussé April 2015

The Book of Mormon describes a period, very similar to our own, that preceded the coming of the Messiah to the Americas.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/is-it-still-wonderful-to-you?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ The Resurrection of Jesus Christ

D. Todd Christofferson April 2014

As the prophesied birth of Jesus drew near, there were those among the ancient Nephite and Lamanite peoples who believed, though most doubted.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/the-resurrection-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p40#p40

Wanted: Hands and Hearts to Hasten the Work Wanted: Hands and Hearts to Hasten the Work

Linda K. Burton April 2014

Mormon was a true disciple who lived in a day when “every heart was hardened, … and there never had been so great wickedness among all the children of Lehi.” How would you like to have lived in that day?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/wanted-hands-and-hearts-to-hasten-the-work?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Called of Him to Declare His Word Called of Him to Declare His Word

Randy D. Funk October 2013

I bear witness of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and of His “divine command” to “go ye therefore, and teach all nations.” This is His Church.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/called-of-him-to-declare-his-word?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

The Powers of Heaven The Powers of Heaven

David A. Bednar April 2012

In this momentous season of the earth’s history, you and I as bearers of the priesthood need to be righteous men and effective instruments in the hands of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/the-powers-of-heaven?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

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.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/to-hold-sacred?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

Becoming More Powerful Priesthood Holders Becoming More Powerful Priesthood Holders

Walter F. González October 2009

Many years ago a certain group of worthy priesthood holders taught with great power and authority.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/becoming-more-powerful-priesthood-holders?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

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

Robert D. Hales October 2008

I conclude by making the testimony of Mormon my own: “Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/christian-courage-the-price-of-discipleship?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

Righteous Traditions Righteous Traditions

Cheryl C. Lant April 2008

I love this because we know that traditions are formed over time as we repeat the same actions over and over again.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/04/righteous-traditions?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

A 12-Year-Old Deacon A 12-Year-Old Deacon

John M. Madsen April 2008

That each one of us, as sons of God, can fulfill our mission and destiny is made plain by these words of the Lord to the Prophet Joseph Smith: “Verily, thus saith the Lord: It shall come to pass that every soul who forsaketh his sins and cometh unto me, and calleth on my name, and obeyeth my voice, and keepeth my commandments … may come unto the Father in my name, and in due time receive of his fulness.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/04/a-12-year-old-deacon?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Scriptural Witnesses Scriptural Witnesses

Russell M. Nelson October 2007

The scriptural story of Jesus Christ is indeed a two-hemisphere story.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/10/scriptural-witnesses?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

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

Be Not Deceived Be Not Deceived

Dallin H. Oaks October 2004

One kind of deception seeks to mislead us about whom we should follow.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/be-not-deceived?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Finding Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ Finding Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ

Robert D. Hales October 2004

In those days as in ours, some naysayers, called anti-Christs, convinced others that there was no need for a Savior and His Atonement.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/finding-faith-in-the-lord-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

Did You Get the Right Message? Did You Get the Right Message?

James E. Faust April 2004

Some of us may need something startling, like a burning bush experience, to awaken our senses.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/did-you-get-the-right-message?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

With All the Feeling of a Tender Parent: A Message of Hope for Families With All the Feeling of a Tender Parent: A Message of Hope for Families

Robert D. Hales April 2004

As Paul prophesied, we live in “perilous times.” “Satan [has been going] about, leading away the hearts of the people,” and his influence is increasing.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/with-all-the-feeling-of-a-tender-parent-a-message-of-hope-to-families?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

An Enduring Testimony of the Mission of the Prophet Joseph An Enduring Testimony of the Mission of the Prophet Joseph

Henry B. Eyring October 2003

The Prophet Joseph taught us what it means to feast on the scriptures.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/an-enduring-testimony-of-the-mission-of-the-prophet-joseph?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

Sweet Power of Prayer Sweet Power of Prayer

Russell M. Nelson April 2003

Jesus taught us how.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/04/sweet-power-of-prayer?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Encircled in the Arms of His Love Encircled in the Arms of His Love

Neal A. Maxwell October 2002

True disciples will also maintain faith in His atoning Son, Jesus Christ, and, by being “converted unto the Lord” (3 Nephi 1:22), will be steadily undergoing a happy and “mighty change” (Mosiah 5:2; Alma 5:12–14).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/encircled-in-the-arms-of-his-love?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

The Seventh Commandment: A Shield The Seventh Commandment: A Shield

Neal A. Maxwell October 2001

In an age rightly concerned with truth in advertising, how intellectually insulting are certain deceptive labels: Ecstasy should read misery; Rave is really a mournful mutter emanating from sensuality gone amok.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/the-seventh-commandment-a-shield?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

Stand Firm Stand Firm

Virginia U. Jensen October 2001

In the Book of Mormon we read of the Lamanites “who were converted unto the true faith; and they would not depart from it, for they were firm, and steadfast, and immovable, willing with all diligence to keep the commandments of the Lord” (3 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/stand-firm?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

“Lead, Kindly Light” “Lead, Kindly Light”

Virginia U. Jensen October 2000

How fitting that the Savior’s birth in Bethlehem was accompanied by miraculous displays of light in the Western Hemisphere.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/10/lead-kindly-light?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

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.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/keep-an-eternal-perspective?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

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

Neal A. Maxwell April 2000

What some mortals are allotted includes, for instance, very reduced chances because of poverty: “And the people began to be distinguished by ranks, according to their riches and their chances for learning; yea, some were ignorant because of their poverty, and others did receive great learning because of their riches” (3 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/content-with-the-things-allotted-unto-us?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

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

Neal A. Maxwell April 1999

Developmentally, what transpires is like what happened to an ancient group of children “who did grow up … , that they became for themselves”—hardened and errant (3 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/repent-of-our-selfishness-d-c-56-8?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

Today Determines Tomorrow Today Determines Tomorrow

Thomas S. Monson October 1998

The full-time missionaries and all others engaged in the work of the Lord have answered His call.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1998/10/today-determines-tomorrow?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

Standing for Truth and Right Standing for Truth and Right

M. Russell Ballard October 1997

Today’s young people, just as those “of the rising generation” in Book of Mormon times, are the most susceptible to the influence of gangs.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/10/standing-for-truth-and-right?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

“Behold the Man” “Behold the Man”

Keith B. McMullin October 1997

I will commit to, prepare for, and serve an honorable full-time mission.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/10/behold-the-man?lang=eng&id=p38#p38

Who Honors God, God Honors Who Honors God, God Honors

Thomas S. Monson October 1995

As bearers of the priesthood, all of us united as one can qualify for the guiding influence of our Heavenly Father as we pursue our respective callings.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/who-honors-god-god-honors?lang=eng&id=p55#p55

Windows of Light and Truth Windows of Light and Truth

Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1995

Members of the Lord’s church can joyfully echo these words of the prophet Mormon: “Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/windows-of-light-and-truth?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Living Water to Quench Spiritual Thirst Living Water to Quench Spiritual Thirst

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1995

I bear my witness that President Hinckley has been foreordained, raised up, prepared, and called of God “to declare his word among his people, that they might have everlasting life.” I have been well acquainted with him since my early youth and have observed firsthand that the fabric of his noble character contains not a single shoddy thread.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/04/living-water-to-quench-spiritual-thirst?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

The Unique Message of Jesus Christ The Unique Message of Jesus Christ

Robert D. Hales April 1994

“Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/the-unique-message-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p31#p31

Trying to Be Like Jesus Trying to Be Like Jesus

F. Melvin Hammond April 1994

As the day of His mortal birth approached, Nephi heard the voice saying, “Lift up your head and be of good cheer; for behold, … on the morrow come I into the world” (3 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/trying-to-be-like-jesus?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

“To Be Learned Is Good If …” “To Be Learned Is Good If …”

Boyd K. Packer October 1992

“And thus there became a great inequality … insomuch that the church began to be broken up” (3 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/10/to-be-learned-is-good-if?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

“A Disciple of Jesus Christ” “A Disciple of Jesus Christ”

L. Aldin Porter April 1992

My beloved young men, will you consider what it would mean to you if you could join the prophet Mormon in saying: “Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/04/a-disciple-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

Take Up His Cross Take Up His Cross

Han In Sang April 1992

From the book of 3 Nephi we read: “Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/04/take-up-his-cross?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Jesus the Christ Jesus the Christ

Robert L. Backman October 1991

While abridging the records of the Nephites, Mormon wrote: “Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/jesus-the-christ?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

“And Now You Will Know” “And Now You Will Know”

Joseph C. Muren October 1991

The Book of Mormon records well what occurred to me that evening in 1954.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/and-now-you-will-know?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Beware of Pride Beware of Pride

Ezra Taft Benson April 1989

Pride fades our feelings of sonship to God and brotherhood to man.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/beware-of-pride?lang=eng&id=p40#p40

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

Neal A. Maxwell April 1988

Thus, what I have said is not said in alarm at all, but, rather, so that we might be noticing and preparing.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/04/for-i-will-lead-you-along?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

Overcoming Challenges along Life’s Way Overcoming Challenges along Life’s Way

Joy F. Evans October 1987

Mormon wrote of other people in another time and place who also were in such a state of wickedness.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/overcoming-challenges-along-lifes-way?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

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.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/04/the-saviors-visit-to-america?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

The Great Plan of the Eternal God The Great Plan of the Eternal God

Neal A. Maxwell April 1984

There were determined detractors then, mocking the faith of believers, briefly creating “a great uproar,” even rejoicing over the seeming prospect that the faith of Christ’s followers would be in vain.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/04/the-great-plan-of-the-eternal-god?lang=eng&id=p50#p50

“Be of Good Cheer” “Be of Good Cheer”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1982

Church members in another age were being held hostage until certain prophecies were fulfilled—with their lives being forfeit if those prophecies were not fulfilled precisely on time.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/10/be-of-good-cheer?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Becoming the Pure in Heart Becoming the Pure in Heart

Spencer W. Kimball April 1978

“Now the cause of this iniquity of the people was this—Satan had great power, unto the stirring up of the people to do all manner of iniquity, and to the puffing them up with pride, tempting them to seek for power, and authority, and riches, and the vain things of the world.” (3 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/becoming-the-pure-in-heart?lang=eng&id=p43#p43

Christ in America Christ in America

N. Eldon Tanner April 1975

We are told that Nephi “cried mightily unto the Lord” (3 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/04/christ-in-america?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer

Marion G. Romney October 1973

“Lift up your head and be of good cheer; for behold, the time is at hand, … and on the morrow come I into the world, to show unto the world that I will fulfill all that which I have caused to be spoken by the mouth of my holy prophets.” (3 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/jesus-christ-our-redeemer?lang=eng&id=p105#p105

Satan’s Thrust—Youth Satan’s Thrust—Youth

Ezra Taft Benson October 1971

The Lord said, “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/10/satans-thrust-youth?lang=eng&id=p49#p49

The Sifting The Sifting

ElRay L. Christiansen October 1971

Now the scriptures tell us that the devil is “the foundation of all these things; yea, the foundation of murder, and works of darkness …” (2 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/10/the-sifting?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

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