3 Nephi 8–11

2024 · Week 39

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Relevant conference talks

  1. All Who Have Endured Valiantly All Who Have Endured Valiantly

    David A. Bednar April 2026

    The scriptural phrase “come unto me” is the Savior’s introductory invitation to learn and act in His doctrine and begin a process of spiritual rebirth.

  2. I Feel My Savior’s Love I Feel My Savior’s Love

    Pedro X. Larreal April 2026

    The sacrament is the ordinance that replaces the sacrifices of blood and burnt offerings of the Mosaic law.

  3. Choose Jesus Christ as Your Guide Choose Jesus Christ as Your Guide

    Edward B. Rowe April 2026

    Christ’s invitation is constant and consistent: “Come, follow me.” “Walk with me.” “Return unto me.” His invitation is to all—whoever we are, wherever we are.

  4. He Is Risen He Is Risen

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2026

    Accounts in the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ also bear witness of Him resurrected.

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

    Thierry K. Mutombo April 2026

    The Savior Jesus Christ confirmed the divine purpose of His Atonement, saying: “If ye will come unto me ye shall have eternal life.

  6. The Character of Christ The Character of Christ

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2026

    In the case of King Benjamin’s people, and some others, this spiritual rebirth with a changed heart was almost instantaneous.

  7. I Glory in My Jesus I Glory in My Jesus

    Aaron T. Hall April 2026

    I glory in our Good Shepherd.

  8. Keys, Covenants, and Easter Keys, Covenants, and Easter

    Quentin L. Cook April 2026

    It has been a special blessing to have the Sunday session of general conference coincide with the actual day we celebrate Easter.

  9. The Lord Looketh on the Heart The Lord Looketh on the Heart

    Ronald M. Barcellos October 2025

    This story teaches us that all God needs to accomplish His purposes and to help us become who He wants us to become is for each of us to turn our hearts fully to Him.

  10. Humble Souls at Altars Kneel Humble Souls at Altars Kneel

    Jeremy R. Jaggi October 2025

    When we come to the altar, we aren’t earning a reward; we are learning about the Gift Giver.

  11. Jesus Christ and Your New Beginning Jesus Christ and Your New Beginning

    Patrick Kearon October 2025

    Because He always did those things which pleased His Father, and because He “suffered the will of the Father in all things,” you and I can have new beginnings.

  12. Cheering Each Other On Cheering Each Other On

    J. Anette Dennis October 2025

    Just like the Masters Championship, our congregations and families can be gathering places where we cheer each other on—covenant communities fueled by the love of Christ for one another—helping each other overcome whatever challenges we face, giving each other strength and encouragement without judging one another.

  13. The Atoning Love of Jesus Christ The Atoning Love of Jesus Christ

    Neil L. Andersen October 2025

    A desire to truly return to God is accompanied by the determination to be completely honest with your Heavenly Father, with yourself, with those who were harmed, and with your priesthood leader.

  14. Adorned with the Virtue of Temperance Adorned with the Virtue of Temperance

    Ulisses Soares October 2025

    As covenant people, we are called to live with our hearts firmly rooted in the sacred promises we have made to the Lord, carefully following the pattern He established through His perfect example.

  15. And We Talk of Christ And We Talk of Christ

    Gary E. Stevenson April 2025

    We teach that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and during His earthly ministry, Jesus taught His gospel and established His Church.

  16. Thou Art the Christ Thou Art the Christ

    Amy A. Wright April 2025

    “… The multitude went forth, and thrust their hands into his side, and did feel the prints of the nails in his hands and in his feet; and this they did do, going forth one by one … and did see with their eyes and did feel with their hands, and did know of a surety and did bear record, that it was he.”

  17. Worship Worship

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2025

    Worship is striving to follow this perfect example.

  18. Harden Not Your Heart Harden Not Your Heart

    Christopher H. Kim April 2025

    Our Savior taught, “Whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive.” Our beloved prophet, President Russell M.

  19. Following Christ Following Christ

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2024

    In the Book of Mormon, the Lord gave us the fundamentals in what He called “the doctrine of Christ.” These are faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, repentance, baptism, receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, enduring to the end, and becoming as a little child, which means to trust the Lord and submit to all He requires of us.

  20. The Joy of Our Redemption The Joy of Our Redemption

    Kristin M. Yee October 2024

    I know that our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, is mighty to save.

  21. “I Am He” “I Am He”

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2024

    When He arrived on the Western Hemisphere following His Resurrection, Christ said to the Nephites: “Behold, I am Jesus Christ.

  22. Seek Him with All Your Heart Seek Him with All Your Heart

    L. Todd Budge October 2024

    As much as He desires our attention, He will not force us to come to Him.

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

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2024

    Angels bring light.

  24. The Powerful, Virtuous Cycle of the Doctrine of Christ The Powerful, Virtuous Cycle of the Doctrine of Christ

    Dale G. Renlund April 2024

    Spiritual momentum is created “over a lifetime as we repeatedly embrace the doctrine of Christ.” Doing so, President Russell M.

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

    Patrick Kearon April 2024

    “Mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whosoever will come, him will I receive.”

  26. The Testimony of Jesus The Testimony of Jesus

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2024

    One last aspect of being valiant in the testimony of Jesus that I will mention is our individual pursuit of personal holiness.

  27. Opposition in All Things Opposition in All Things

    Mathias Held April 2024

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

  28. The Power of Jesus Christ in Our Lives Every Day The Power of Jesus Christ in Our Lives Every Day

    Joaquin E. Costa October 2023

    When I “remember Him,” I feel a desire to change, to repent.

  29. How Great Will Be Your Joy How Great Will Be Your Joy

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2023

    The gathering is the ultimate recognition that “the worth of souls is great in the sight of God.” It is as simple as that.

  30. The Greatest Easter Story Ever Told The Greatest Easter Story Ever Told

    Gary E. Stevenson April 2023

    “Hosanna!

  31. Never Give Up an Opportunity to Testify of Christ Never Give Up an Opportunity to Testify of Christ

    Bonnie H. Cordon April 2023

    “And … the multitude went forth … one by one … and did see with their eyes and did feel with their hands, and did know … and had witnessed for themselves.”

  32. He Could HealMe! He Could HealMe!

    Peter F. Meurs April 2023

    My father particularly loved the account of the Savior’s visit to the people of Nephi.

  33. Trusting the Doctrine of Christ Trusting the Doctrine of Christ

    Evan A. Schmutz April 2023

    Preach My Gospel summarizes five important elements of the doctrine of Christ.

  34. One in Christ One in Christ

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2023

    “For verily, verily I say unto you, he that hath the spirit of contention is not of me, but is of the devil, who is the father of contention.”

  35. Peacemakers Needed Peacemakers Needed

    Russell M. Nelson April 2023

    The Savior’s Atonement made it possible for us to overcome all evil—including contention.

  36. The Teachings of Jesus Christ The Teachings of Jesus Christ

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2023

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

  37. After the Fourth Day After the Fourth Day

    W. Mark Bassett April 2023

    How can we move stones and build upon His rock?

  38. The Answer Is Always Jesus Christ The Answer Is Always Jesus Christ

    Russell M. Nelson April 2023

    “… Behold, mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whosoever will come, him will I receive.”

  39. This Day This Day

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2022

    President Nelson reached for the Book of Mormon and opened it to 3 Nephi 11.

  40. Courage to Proclaim the Truth Courage to Proclaim the Truth

    Denelson Silva October 2022

    Please, young men, do not postpone your preparation to serve the Lord as missionaries.

  41. That They Might Know Thee That They Might Know Thee

    Jonathan S. Schmitt October 2022

    With all my heart, I bear witness of Jesus Christ—that He lives, that He loves you, and that He knows you by name.

  42. Following Jesus: Being a Peacemaker Following Jesus: Being a Peacemaker

    Neil L. Andersen April 2022

    We too can move away from contention and bless the lives of others while not isolating ourselves in our own corner.

  43. A Mighty Change of Heart: A Mighty Change of Heart:

    Eduardo Gavarret April 2022

    When I read this story, it made a deep impression on me, and I thought of the request made by the Savior: “And ye shall offer for a sacrifice unto me a broken heart and a contrite spirit.”

  44. Ladder of Faith Ladder of Faith

    Larry S. Kacher April 2022

    Even when our faith is weak, the Lord’s hand will always be stretched out.

  45. Fear Not: Believe Only! Fear Not: Believe Only!

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2022

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

  46. Lift Up Your Heart and Rejoice Lift Up Your Heart and Rejoice

    Marcos A. Aidukaitis April 2022

    Why is this cause so important?

  47. Come into the Fold of God Come into the Fold of God

    Randy D. Funk April 2022

    We learn how to come into the fold from the word of God, which is the doctrine taught by Jesus Christ and His prophets.

  48. A Faithful Search Rewarded A Faithful Search Rewarded

    Patricio M. Giuffra October 2021

    The Spirit moved me profoundly as I learned of the Savior’s declaration to them: “Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world.”

  49. Is There No Balm in Gilead? Is There No Balm in Gilead?

    Brent H. Nielson October 2021

    When the Savior appears to the people in the Book of Mormon after His Resurrection, He again speaks of His healing power.

  50. Worthiness Is Not Flawlessness Worthiness Is Not Flawlessness

    Bradley R. Wilcox October 2021

    I promise those blessings and that joy are real and within reach for those who keep all the commandments and “him that seeketh so to do.” When you feel like you have failed too many times to keep trying, remember Christ’s Atonement and the grace it makes possible are real.

  51. The Peace of Christ Abolishes Enmity The Peace of Christ Abolishes Enmity

    Dale G. Renlund October 2021

    When the Savior visited the Nephites, He taught, “There shall be no disputations among you.

  52. Trust Again Trust Again

    Gerrit W. Gong October 2021

    Sometimes when our hearts are most broken and contrite, we are most open to the comfort and guidance of the Holy Ghost.

  53. Giving Holiness to the Lord Giving Holiness to the Lord

    L. Todd Budge October 2021

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

  54. God among Us God among Us

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2021

    As we set aside pride and approach His throne with a broken heart and a contrite spirit, He will draw near to us.

  55. Not as the World Giveth Not as the World Giveth

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2021

    Of course, my theory about latter-day contention isn’t very original.

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

    Ulisses Soares April 2021

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

  57. Love Your Enemies Love Your Enemies

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2020

    What revolutionary teachings for personal and political relationships!

  58. Peace, Be Still Peace, Be Still

    Lisa L. Harkness October 2020

    Jesus declared, “Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive, for of such is the kingdom of God.”

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

    Dale G. Renlund October 2020

    When the resurrected Christ visited the Nephites, He explained that the law of Moses had been replaced by a higher law.

  60. Spiritually Defining Memories Spiritually Defining Memories

    Neil L. Andersen April 2020

    President Dallin H.

  61. The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon

    Ulisses Soares April 2020

    While meeting with the elders of the Church on one occasion, the Prophet Joseph Smith declared: “Take away the Book of Mormon, and the revelations, and where is our religion?

  62. A Living Witness of the Living Christ A Living Witness of the Living Christ

    Gérald Caussé April 2020

    “… I have drunk out of that bitter cup which the Father hath given me, and have glorified the Father in taking upon me the sins of the world.”

  63. Hosanna and Hallelujah—The Living Jesus Christ: The Heart of Restoration and Easter Hosanna and Hallelujah—The Living Jesus Christ: The Heart of Restoration and Easter

    Gerrit W. Gong April 2020

    Of course, the significance of Palm Sunday goes beyond crowds greeting Jesus with palms.

  64. Hear Him Hear Him

    Russell M. Nelson April 2020

    For example, whenever He has introduced His Only Begotten Son to mortals upon the earth, He has done so with remarkably few words.

  65. Hearing His Voice Hearing His Voice

    David P. Homer April 2019

    The Spirit speaks to different people in different ways, and He may speak to the same person in different ways at different times.

  66. Behold the Lamb of God Behold the Lamb of God

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2019

    “… Therefore repent, … and be saved.”

  67. Christ: The Light That Shines in Darkness Christ: The Light That Shines in Darkness

    Sharon Eubank April 2019

    “Though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.” The Lord says emphatically: he or she “who has repented of … sins, the same is forgiven, and I, the Lord, remember them no more.” In essence: Come, let us reason together.

  68. Cleansed by Repentance Cleansed by Repentance

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2019

    Overarching God’s plan and all of His commandments is His love for each of us, which is “most desirable above all things … and the most joyous to the soul” (1 Nephi 11:22–23).

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

    Paul B. Pieper October 2018

    For this reason, the Lord has provided a way for us to continually refresh the purifying effect of our baptism through another ordinance—the sacrament.

  70. Women and Gospel Learning in the Home Women and Gospel Learning in the Home

    Henry B. Eyring October 2018

    We have the encouraging example of the Savior as He nourished the rebellious spirit children of His Heavenly Father.

  71. The Ministry of Reconciliation The Ministry of Reconciliation

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2018

    Brothers and sisters, Jesus has asked that we “live together in love” with “no disputations among you.” “He that hath the spirit of contention is not of me,” He warned the Nephites.

  72. The Father The Father

    Brian K. Ashton October 2018

    As spirit sons and daughters of God, each of us has the potential to become like the Father.

  73. Teaching in the Home—a Joyful and Sacred Responsibility Teaching in the Home—a Joyful and Sacred Responsibility

    Devin G. Durrant April 2018

    I’ve always been impressed with how Heavenly Father introduces Jesus Christ as His Beloved Son.

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

    Douglas D. Holmes April 2018

    Elder Dale G.

  75. With One Accord With One Accord

    Reyna I. Aburto April 2018

    Like the monarch butterflies, we are on a journey back to our heavenly home, where we will reunite with our Heavenly Parents.

  76. Prepare to Meet God Prepare to Meet God

    Quentin L. Cook April 2018

    In regard to unity, the Savior declared, “If ye are not one ye are not mine.” We know that the spirit of contention is of the devil.

  77. “I Have a Work for Thee” “I Have a Work for Thee”

    John C. Pingree Jr. October 2017

    Sin is perhaps our greatest stumbling block, dulling our sensitivity to the Holy Ghost and restricting our access to spiritual power.

  78. The Heart of the Widow The Heart of the Widow

    O. Vincent Haleck October 2017

    Let us join as worldwide Saints in doing that which is necessary to have the widow’s heart, truly rejoicing in the blessings that will fill the “want” that results.

  79. That Your Joy Might Be Full That Your Joy Might Be Full

    Jean B. Bingham October 2017

    The answer may seem too simple, but it has proven true from the days of Adam.

  80. Our Father’s Glorious Plan Our Father’s Glorious Plan

    Weatherford T. Clayton April 2017

    The first pillar is the Creation of the earth, the setting for our mortal journey.

  81. Stand Up Inside and Be All In Stand Up Inside and Be All In

    Gary B. Sabin April 2017

    Fortunately, no matter where we are or where we have been, we are not beyond the reach of the Savior, who said: “Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive, for of such is the kingdom of God.

  82. The Godhead and the Plan of Salvation The Godhead and the Plan of Salvation

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2017

    On those unique and sacred occasions when God the Father personally introduced the Son, He has said, “This is my beloved Son: hear him” (Mark 9:7; Luke 9:35; see also 3 Nephi 11:7; Joseph Smith—History 1:17).

  83. And This Is Life Eternal And This Is Life Eternal

    C. Scott Grow April 2017

    When the resurrected Savior appeared to the Nephites, He said, “Behold, I am the light and the life of the world; and I have drunk out of that bitter cup which the Father hath given me, and have glorified the Father in taking upon me the sins of the world, in the which I have suffered the will of the Father in all things from the beginning.”

  84. The Master Healer The Master Healer

    Carole M. Stephens October 2016

    “… If ye will come unto me ye shall have eternal life.

  85. “A Choice Seer Will I Raise Up” “A Choice Seer Will I Raise Up”

    Craig C. Christensen October 2016

    Or consider how Joseph might have felt when he learned for the first time that Jesus Christ visited the people of the Western Hemisphere—that He taught them, prayed for them, healed their sick, blessed their children, conferred priesthood authority, and administered the sacrament unto them.

  86. “Abide in My Love” “Abide in My Love”

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2016

    What a precious gift is divine love!

  87. Sharing the Restored Gospel Sharing the Restored Gospel

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2016

    I testify of Jesus Christ, who is the Light and Life of the World (see 3 Nephi 11:11).

  88. 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.

  89. The Blessings of Worship The Blessings of Worship

    Dean M. Davies October 2016

    One of the most remarkable and tender experiences recorded in holy scripture is the account of the visit of the Savior to people in the Americas following His death and Resurrection.

  90. The Righteous Judge The Righteous Judge

    Lynn G. Robbins October 2016

    This scripture teaches us to reprove “when moved upon by the Holy Ghost,” not when moved upon by anger.

  91. The Doctrine of Christ The Doctrine of Christ

    Brian K. Ashton October 2016

    Jesus’s visit to the Nephites after His Resurrection was carefully organized to teach us the things of greatest importance.

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

    K. Brett Nattress October 2016

    One of the most incredible events in human history is the Savior’s ministering visit to the ancient inhabitants of America.

  93. Always Remember Him Always Remember Him

    Gerrit W. Gong April 2016

    In the New World, our resurrected Savior invited those present to come, one by one, to thrust their hands into His side and to feel the prints of the nails in His hands and in His feet.

  94. And There Shall Be No More Death And There Shall Be No More Death

    Paul V. Johnson April 2016

    We know of witnesses to the Resurrection in New Testament times.

  95. Yielding Our Hearts to God Yielding Our Hearts to God

    Neill F. Marriott October 2015

    True worship begins when our hearts are right before the Father and the Son.

  96. Your Next Step Your Next Step

    Randall K. Bennett October 2015

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

  97. That They Do Always Remember Him That They Do Always Remember Him

    Claudio R. M. Costa October 2015

    When He appeared to the people in the Americas and told them to come unto Him and thrust their hands into His side and feel the prints of the nails in His hands and His feet so they could know that He was “the God of Israel, and the God of the whole earth, and [had] been slain for the sins of the world.”

  98. Eyes to See and Ears to Hear Eyes to See and Ears to Hear

    Kim B. Clark October 2015

    “I came unto my own, and my own received me not.”

  99. Choose to Believe Choose to Believe

    L. Whitney Clayton April 2015

    God does not compel us to believe any more than He compels us to keep any commandments, despite His perfect desire to bless us.

  100. Latter-day Saints Keep on Trying Latter-day Saints Keep on Trying

    Dale G. Renlund April 2015

    Our theology does teach us, though, that we may be perfected by repeatedly and iteratively “relying wholly upon” the doctrine of Christ: exercising faith in Him, repenting, partaking of the sacrament to renew the covenants and blessings of baptism, and receiving the Holy Ghost as a constant companion to a greater degree.

  101. The Gift of Grace The Gift of Grace

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2015

    Today and forevermore God’s grace is available to all whose hearts are broken and whose spirits are contrite.

  102. The Sacrament—a Renewal for the Soul The Sacrament—a Renewal for the Soul

    Cheryl A. Esplin October 2014

    When I partake of the sacrament, I sometimes picture in my mind a painting that depicts the resurrected Savior with His arms outstretched, as if He is ready to receive us into His loving embrace.

  103. Loving Others and Living with Differences Loving Others and Living with Differences

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2014

    “Behold, this is … my doctrine, that such things should be done away” (3 Nephi 11:28–30; emphasis added).

  104. 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

    When He came to the people on the American continent, His Father introduced Him, saying, “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name.” When Jesus descended among the people at the temple, He introduced Himself, saying: “Behold, I am Jesus Christ.

  105. The Sacrament and the Atonement The Sacrament and the Atonement

    James J. Hamula October 2014

    Significantly, when Jesus visited His disciples in the Americas, He also instituted the sacrament among them.

  106. A Priceless Heritage of Hope A Priceless Heritage of Hope

    Henry B. Eyring April 2014

    The Lord has given us all the source of hope as we struggle to help those we love accept their eternal inheritance.

  107. “If Ye Love Me, Keep My Commandments” “If Ye Love Me, Keep My Commandments”

    Robert D. Hales April 2014

    Spiritually mature obedience is “the Savior’s obedience.” It is motivated by true love for Heavenly Father and His Son.

  108. The Resurrection of Jesus Christ The Resurrection of Jesus Christ

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2014

    Beyond these confirmed witnesses in Jerusalem, we have the incomparable ministry of the risen Lord to ancient inhabitants of the Western Hemisphere.

  109. The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

    Craig A. Cardon April 2013

    The Lord looks upon the light we have received, the desires of our hearts, and our actions, and when we repent and seek His forgiveness, He forgives.

  110. Stand Strong in Holy Places Stand Strong in Holy Places

    Robert D. Hales April 2013

    In the Garden of Gethsemane, our Savior and Redeemer did not shrink from drinking the bitter cup of the Atonement.

  111. The Father and the Son The Father and the Son

    Christoffel Golden Jr. April 2013

    In the Book of Mormon, the doctrine of the Father and the Son stands in majestic testimony alongside the Holy Bible.

  112. Protect the Children Protect the Children

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2012

    In the Book of Mormon we read of the risen Lord teaching the Nephites that they must repent and be baptized “and become as a little child” or they could not inherit the kingdom of God (3 Nephi 11:38; see also Moroni 8:10).

  113. Beware Concerning Yourselves Beware Concerning Yourselves

    Anthony D. Perkins October 2012

    Fourth, showing genuine love is at the heart of personal conversion and family relations.

  114. Learning with Our Hearts Learning with Our Hearts

    Walter F. González October 2012

    “Come unto me, that ye might feel and see.” This was a commandment that the Savior extended to the inhabitants of ancient America.

  115. Sacrifice Sacrifice

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2012

    The incomprehensible suffering of Jesus Christ ended sacrifice by the shedding of blood, but it did not end the importance of sacrifice in the gospel plan.

  116. The Doctrine of Christ The Doctrine of Christ

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2012

    “Verily, verily, I say unto you, that this is my doctrine, and whoso buildeth upon this buildeth upon my rock, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against them” (3 Nephi 11:32–35, 39).

  117. As We Close This Conference As We Close This Conference

    Thomas S. Monson April 2012

    “[But] behold, this is not my doctrine … ; but this is my doctrine, that such things should be done away.”

  118. Now Is the Time to Arise and Shine! Now Is the Time to Arise and Shine!

    Elaine S. Dalton April 2012

    Several weeks ago I stood in the celestial room of the Reno Nevada Temple.

  119. You Matter to Him You Matter to Him

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2011

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

  120. It Is Better to Look Up It Is Better to Look Up

    Carl B. Cook October 2011

    President Monson’s encouragement to look up is a metaphor for remembering Christ.

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

    Robert D. Hales October 2011

    Such was the submission of our Savior to His Father in the Garden of Gethsemane.

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

    Tad R. Callister October 2011

    There exist various modes of baptism in the world today, even though the Bible tells us the manner in which the Savior, our great Exemplar, was baptized: “[He] went up straightway out of the water” (Matthew 3:16).

  123. Teachings of Jesus Teachings of Jesus

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2011

    “… I am the God of Israel, and the God of the whole earth” (3 Nephi 11:10, 14).

  124. The Sabbath and the Sacrament The Sabbath and the Sacrament

    L. Tom Perry April 2011

    As I think about those sacrament cups from my youth, one in the sheltered valley of my boyhood home and the other thousands of miles away in the Pacific, I am filled with gratitude that the Savior of the world was willing to drink from the “bitter cup” for my sake.

  125. The Atonement Covers All Pain The Atonement Covers All Pain

    Kent F. Richards April 2011

    There is another kind of pain for which we are responsible.

  126. 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.

  127. The Miracle of the Atonement The Miracle of the Atonement

    C. Scott Grow April 2011

    The Savior offers healing to those who are suffering from sin.

  128. Never Leave Him Never Leave Him

    Neil L. Andersen October 2010

    We enter the waters of baptism with joy and anticipation.

  129. Pride and the Priesthood Pride and the Priesthood

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2010

    In the scriptures we find plenty of examples of good and righteous people who rejoice in righteousness and at the same time glory in the goodness of God.

  130. The Holy Ghost and Revelation The Holy Ghost and Revelation

    Jay E. Jensen October 2010

    The disciples gathered the people into 12 groups to teach them what the Savior taught them.

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

    Mervyn B. Arnold October 2010

    Our Savior invites us on a daily basis to cleanse our names and return to His presence.

  132. The Blessing of Scripture The Blessing of Scripture

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2010

    Because they expound the doctrine of Christ, the scriptures are accompanied by the Holy Spirit, whose role it is to bear witness of the Father and the Son (see 3 Nephi 11:32).

  133. Tell Me the Stories of Jesus Tell Me the Stories of Jesus

    Neil L. Andersen April 2010

    Do our children know about His perfect life, His selfless ministry, His betrayal and cruel Crucifixion?

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

    Vicki F. Matsumori October 2009

    However, it is not always easy to discern these “sunshine” moments at first.

  135. Being Temperate in All Things Being Temperate in All Things

    Kent D. Watson October 2009

    When our hearts are stirred to anger by disputation and contention, the Savior taught that we should “repent, and become as a little child.” We should be reconciled with our brother and come to the Savior with full purpose of heart.

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

    Neil L. Andersen October 2009

    In the months since that experience, I have thought of the Lord’s invitation to come unto Him and to spiritually be wrapped in His arms.

  137. Becoming More Powerful Priesthood Holders Becoming More Powerful Priesthood Holders

    Walter F. González October 2009

    It is not surprising that when the Savior visited the ancient Americas, besides teaching doctrine, He gave Nephi and others the power to baptize.

  138. School Thy Feelings, O My Brother School Thy Feelings, O My Brother

    Thomas S. Monson October 2009

    “Behold, this is not my doctrine, to stir up the hearts of men with anger, one against another; but this is my doctrine, that such things should be done away.”

  139. Our Perfect Example Our Perfect Example

    Henry B. Eyring October 2009

    Now I give counsel to the parents of a wandering child.

  140. An Easiness and Willingness to Believe An Easiness and Willingness to Believe

    Michael T. Ringwood October 2009

    An examination of our lives will reveal periods when we found it easier to believe the word of God.

  141. Our Father’s Plan—Big Enough for All His Children Our Father’s Plan—Big Enough for All His Children

    Quentin L. Cook April 2009

    After all the Savior has suffered for mankind, it is not surprising that in speaking of existing churches in the First Vision, He would instruct Joseph to “join none of them, for they were all wrong.” The Savior subsequently ushered in the Restoration of His true doctrine with respect to the plan of salvation and other saving principles such as the doctrine of Christ.

  142. Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2008

    When the Savior appeared to the Nephites following His Resurrection, He taught them that they should stop the practice of sacrifice by the shedding of blood.

  143. Christian Courage: The Price of Discipleship Christian Courage: The Price of Discipleship

    Robert D. Hales October 2008

    Paul reminded the Corinthians that his preaching was “not with [the] enticing words of man’s wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power” (1 Corinthians 2:4).

  144. Testimony as a Process Testimony as a Process

    Carlos A. Godoy October 2008

    President Boyd K.

  145. Holy Temples, Sacred Covenants Holy Temples, Sacred Covenants

    Silvia H. Allred October 2008

    The Nephites also built temples to the Lord in the Americas.

  146. Gaining a Testimony of God the Father; His Son, Jesus Christ; and the Holy Ghost Gaining a Testimony of God the Father; His Son, Jesus Christ; and the Holy Ghost

    Robert D. Hales April 2008

    I know with surety that our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ live.

  147. The Gospel of Jesus Christ The Gospel of Jesus Christ

    L. Tom Perry April 2008

    Why must individuals repent before they are baptized and receive the Holy Ghost?

  148. Born Again Born Again

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2008

    Then, as promised, the Lord baptizes us “with fire and with the Holy Ghost” (3 Nephi 9:20).

  149. The Weak and the Simple of the Church The Weak and the Simple of the Church

    Boyd K. Packer October 2007

    I was perhaps no different from those spoken of in the Book of Mormon: “And whoso cometh unto me with a broken heart and a contrite spirit, him will I baptize with fire and with the Holy Ghost, even as the Lamanites, because of their faith in me at the time of their conversion, were baptized with fire and with the Holy Ghost, and they knew it not” (3 Nephi 9:20; emphasis added).

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

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2007

    The core elements of the gospel message are found in all the holy scriptures but are most clearly given to us in the Book of Mormon and in the revelations to the Prophet Joseph Smith.

  151. A Broken Heart and a Contrite Spirit A Broken Heart and a Contrite Spirit

    Bruce D. Porter October 2007

    “And ye shall offer for a sacrifice unto me a broken heart and a contrite spirit.

  152. Scriptural Witnesses Scriptural Witnesses

    Russell M. Nelson October 2007

    “Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive, for of such is the kingdom of God.

  153. Clean Hands and a Pure Heart Clean Hands and a Pure Heart

    David A. Bednar October 2007

    The risen Lord next explained the importance of coming unto Him.

  154. The Spirit of the Tabernacle The Spirit of the Tabernacle

    Boyd K. Packer April 2007

    I felt something of what the Nephites must have felt when the Lord appeared to them: “They heard a voice as if it came out of heaven; and they cast their eyes round about, for they understood not the voice which they heard; and it was not a harsh voice, neither was it a loud voice; nevertheless, and notwithstanding it being a small voice it did pierce them that did hear to the center, insomuch that there was no part of their frame that it did not cause to quake; yea, it did pierce them to the...

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

    Gary J. Coleman April 2007

    Cortnee asked, “Mom, are we Christians?” As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, you are a Christian, and I am too.

  156. 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.

  157. Repentance and Conversion Repentance and Conversion

    Russell M. Nelson April 2007

    References to repentance are even more frequent in the Book of Mormon.

  158. Remembering, Repenting, and Changing Remembering, Repenting, and Changing

    Julie B. Beck April 2007

    My second lesson is that repentance isn’t optional.

  159. Behold Your Little Ones Behold Your Little Ones

    Margaret S. Lifferth October 2006

    When I think of these little boys and children like them, I take great hope from the account of the Savior’s visit to the American continent.

  160. Remembering the Lord’s Love Remembering the Lord’s Love

    Kathleen H. Hughes October 2006

    Christ in a Red Robe, by Minerva Teichert, seemed the perfect painting to depict the scripture that we chose for this evening: “I am encircled about eternally in the arms of his love” (2 Nephi 1:15).

  161. To Look, Reach, and Come unto Christ To Look, Reach, and Come unto Christ

    Anne C. Pingree October 2006

    He pronounced: “Yea, verily … , if ye will come unto me ye shall have eternal life.

  162. To Act for Ourselves: The Gift and Blessings of Agency To Act for Ourselves: The Gift and Blessings of Agency

    Robert D. Hales April 2006

    As I contemplated this comment and studied the scriptures, I began to understand what President Kimball may have meant.

  163. 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

    As we gain experience with the Holy Ghost, we learn that the intensity with which we feel the Spirit’s influence is not always the same.

  164. All Men Everywhere All Men Everywhere

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2006

    The Book of Mormon adds to our knowledge of how our Savior’s earthly ministry reached out to all of His scattered flock.

  165. The Book of Mormon, the Instrument to Gather Scattered Israel The Book of Mormon, the Instrument to Gather Scattered Israel

    C. Scott Grow October 2005

    “… I am the light and the life of the world.”

  166. If Ye Are Prepared Ye Shall Not Fear If Ye Are Prepared Ye Shall Not Fear

    Gordon B. Hinckley October 2005

    “And many great and notable cities were sunk, and many were burned, and many were shaken till the buildings thereof had fallen to the earth, and the inhabitants thereof were slain, and the places were left desolate” (3 Nephi 8:5–10, 12–14).

  167. Jesus Christ—the Master Healer Jesus Christ—the Master Healer

    Russell M. Nelson October 2005

    To people of ancient America, the resurrected Lord extended this invitation: “Return unto me, … repent of your sins, and be converted, that I may heal you.”

  168. 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

    Do not be disappointed if you have read and reread and yet have not received a powerful witness.

  169. The Fruits of the First Vision The Fruits of the First Vision

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2005

    God has spoken to Joseph Smith for the purpose of blessing all of God’s children with His mercy and love, even in times of uncertainties and insecurities, of wars and rumors of wars, of natural and personal disasters.

  170. Peace of Conscience and Peace of Mind Peace of Conscience and Peace of Mind

    Richard G. Scott October 2004

    “Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive … ; therefore repent, and come unto me … and be saved.”

  171. Anxiously Engaged Anxiously Engaged

    Thomas S. Monson October 2004

    As we do and direct our footsteps along the paths which Jesus walked, let us remember the testimony Jesus gave: “Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world.

  172. Finding Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ Finding Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ

    Robert D. Hales October 2004

    Believers on the American continent faced similar tests of faith.

  173. When Thou Art Converted When Thou Art Converted

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2004

    Let me mention one other thing.

  174. In the Strength of the Lord In the Strength of the Lord

    Henry B. Eyring April 2004

    That testimony will draw us to the Savior and to accepting the help He offers to all who are being tested in the crucible of mortality.

  175. Your Personal Influence Your Personal Influence

    Thomas S. Monson April 2004

    “I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world.

  176. Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee

    Keith B. McMullin April 2004

    This Jesus, who is called Christ, wrought out a perfect atonement for all mankind by His incomparable life, His suffering in Gethsemane, the shedding of His blood, His death upon the cross, and His glorious Resurrection.

  177. The Words of Christ—Our Spiritual Liahona The Words of Christ—Our Spiritual Liahona

    W. Rolfe Kerr April 2004

    “And it came to pass that when Jesus had spoken these words the whole multitude fell to the earth; for they remembered that it had been prophesied among them that Christ should show himself unto them after his ascension into heaven” (3 Nephi 11:1–12).

  178. Personal Priesthood Responsibility Personal Priesthood Responsibility

    Russell M. Nelson October 2003

    The gift of the Holy Ghost can add to that power.

  179. Preparing for Missionary Service Preparing for Missionary Service

    Daryl H. Garn April 2003

    The second aspect revolves around personal worthiness, which comes through keeping the commandments of God.

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

    Robert K. Dellenbach October 2002

    Sacrifice is ultimately a matter of the heart—the heart.

  181. Called to Serve Called to Serve

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2002

    We seldom face anything like those circumstances today, though many missionaries and members still sacrifice greatly to do the work of the Lord.

  182. Children Children

    Boyd K. Packer April 2002

    When His disciples asked what kind of men they ought to be, Jesus set a little child in their midst (see Matt.

  183. Hidden Wedges Hidden Wedges

    Thomas S. Monson April 2002

    From 3 Nephi in the Book of Mormon comes this inspired counsel: “There shall be no disputations among you.

  184. Full Conversion Brings Happiness Full Conversion Brings Happiness

    Richard G. Scott April 2002

    To receive the blessings promised from true conversion, make the changes that you know are needed in your life now.

  185. Strengthen Home and Family Strengthen Home and Family

    Carol B. Thomas April 2002

    The Savior Himself taught us to nurture.

  186. “The First and Great Commandment” “The First and Great Commandment”

    Robert F. Orton October 2001

    Following His Resurrection in Jerusalem, Jesus appeared to the Nephites in the Americas.

  187. Our Actions Determine Our Character Our Actions Determine Our Character

    Wayne S. Peterson October 2001

    The resurrected Lord Himself declared, “For verily, verily I say unto you, he that hath the spirit of contention is not of me, but is of the devil, who is the father of contention, and he stirreth up the hearts of men to contend with anger, one with another” (3 Ne.

  188. “Plow in Hope” “Plow in Hope”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 2001

    But Christ’s unique submissiveness has always been in place.

  189. The Covenant of Baptism: To Be in the Kingdom and of the Kingdom The Covenant of Baptism: To Be in the Kingdom and of the Kingdom

    Robert D. Hales October 2000

    As we follow the example of Jesus, we, too, demonstrate that we will repent and be obedient in keeping the commandments of our Father in Heaven.

  190. “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.

  191. The Cloven Tongues of Fire The Cloven Tongues of Fire

    Boyd K. Packer April 2000

    Too many of us are like those whom the Lord said “[came] with a broken heart and a contrite spirit, … [and] at the time of their conversion, were baptized with fire and with the Holy Ghost, and they knew it not.”

  192. Resurrection Resurrection

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2000

    The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ records the experience of hundreds who saw the risen Lord in person and touched Him, feeling the prints of the nails in His hands and feet and thrusting their hands into His side.

  193. “Are You Still Here?” “Are You Still Here?”

    Gary J. Coleman April 2000

    The Prophet Joseph received authority to teach the gospel and bring forth additional scripture.

  194. My Testimony My Testimony

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 2000

    Those in this hemisphere to whom He appeared heard the voice of the Father introduce Him: “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name” (3 Ne.

  195. A Testimony of the Book of Mormon A Testimony of the Book of Mormon

    Russell M. Nelson October 1999

    “Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive, for of such is the kingdom of God.

  196. This Is Our Day This Is Our Day

    James E. Faust April 1999

    As we approach the year 2000, the pressure of mastering the wonders of technology becomes more and more challenging.

  197. “He Is Not Here, but Is Risen” “He Is Not Here, but Is Risen”

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 1999

    To those of this hemisphere He appeared following His Resurrection.

  198. 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).

  199. That We May Be One That We May Be One

    Henry B. Eyring April 1998

    Where people have that Spirit with them, we may expect harmony.

  200. “Behold, We Count Them Happy Which Endure” “Behold, We Count Them Happy Which Endure”

    Robert D. Hales April 1998

    It is touching to me that when the Father introduced His Son to prophets in dispensations since, He would say, “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased” (2 Pet.

  201. Agency and Anger Agency and Anger

    Lynn G. Robbins April 1998

    He damages and often destroys families within the walls of their own homes.

  202. In Remembrance of Jesus In Remembrance of Jesus

    Robert D. Hales October 1997

    At the time of Jesus, the people of Jerusalem were living the law of Moses, “an eye for an eye” (Matt.

  203. “Feed My Lambs” “Feed My Lambs”

    Henry B. Eyring October 1997

    “Verily, verily, I say unto you, that this is my doctrine, and I bear record of it from the Father; and whoso believeth in me believeth in the Father also; and unto him will the Father bear record of me, for he will visit him with fire and with the Holy Ghost” (3 Ne.

  204. Finding Safety in Counsel Finding Safety in Counsel

    Henry B. Eyring April 1997

    The Savior has always been the protector of those who would accept His protection.

  205. “A Small Stone” “A Small Stone”

    Elaine L. Jack April 1997

    Our offerings embrace both the work we do and the heart with which we do it.

  206. The Atonement The Atonement

    Russell M. Nelson October 1996

    Later He was beaten and scourged.

  207. The Savior Is Counting on You The Savior Is Counting on You

    Joe J. Christensen October 1996

    The scriptures teach us that whenever we are abusive, thoughtless, or unkind to others, “the devil laugheth, and his angels rejoice” (3 Ne.

  208. “Always Have His Spirit” “Always Have His Spirit”

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1996

    In partaking of the sacrament, we can renew the effects of our baptism.

  209. The Way of the Master The Way of the Master

    Thomas S. Monson April 1996

    He who taught us to love the Lord our God with all our hearts, and with all our souls, and with all our strength, and with all our minds, and our neighbors as ourselves, is a Teacher of truth—but He is more than a teacher.

  210. “Swallowed Up in the Will of the Father” “Swallowed Up in the Will of the Father”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1995

    Ever observant, in both the first and second estates, consecrated Jesus always knew in which direction He faced: He consistently emulated His Father: “The Son can do nothing of himself, but what he seeth the Father do: for what things soever he doeth, these also doeth the Son likewise” (John 5:19), for “I have suffered the will of the Father in all things from the beginning” (3 Ne.

  211. “This Do in Remembrance of Me” “This Do in Remembrance of Me”

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 1995

    Those wounds are what He invites young and old, then and now, to step forward and see and feel (see 3 Ne.

  212. “Lord, to Whom Shall We Go?” “Lord, to Whom Shall We Go?”

    Hans B. Ringger October 1995

    Christ’s teachings, His example, and His perfection leave no question that He is the Son of God.

  213. “Always Remember Him” “Always Remember Him”

    Henry B. Eyring April 1995

    And then I would have taken them forward in time to that glorious day reported in the Book of Mormon when the resurrected Lord appeared to the people in the Americas and said, “And behold, I am the light and the life of the world; and I have drunk out of that bitter cup which the Father hath given me, and have glorified the Father in taking upon me the sins of the world, in the which I have suffered the will of the Father in all things from the beginning” (3 Ne.

  214. Children of the Covenant Children of the Covenant

    Russell M. Nelson April 1995

    In so teaching, Jesus often established his own identity, then the identity of his followers.

  215. To Be Healed To Be Healed

    Richard G. Scott April 1994

    “Return unto me, and repent of your sins, and be converted, that I may heal you.”

  216. “If a Man Die, Shall He Live Again?” “If a Man Die, Shall He Live Again?”

    Carlos E. Asay April 1994

    Near a temple in the land called Bountiful some 2,500 people heard a small, piercing voice declare, “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name—hear ye him” (3 Ne.

  217. A Divine Prescription for Spiritual Healing A Divine Prescription for Spiritual Healing

    Malcolm S. Jeppsen April 1994

    The second ingredient is a deep contrition and remorse for any wrongdoing we may find.

  218. The Special Status of Children The Special Status of Children

    Merlin R. Lybbert April 1994

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

  219. The Path to Peace The Path to Peace

    Thomas S. Monson April 1994

    “Behold, this is not my doctrine, to stir up the hearts of men with anger, one against another; but this is my doctrine, that such things should be done away.”

  220. Our Lord and Savior Our Lord and Savior

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1993

    When the resurrected Lord visited and taught the Nephites, “he stretched forth his hand and spake unto the people, saying, “Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world” (3 Ne.

  221. 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.

  222. The Modern Mighty of Israel The Modern Mighty of Israel

    Monte J. Brough October 1993

    “I am Jesus Christ.

  223. Divine Forgiveness Divine Forgiveness

    Ronald E. Poelman October 1993

    The resurrected Christ has said, “For behold, I, God, have suffered these things for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent” (D&C 19:16).

  224. Search the Scriptures Search the Scriptures

    L. Lionel Kendrick April 1993

    The Savior provided counsel as to the way we should study scripture.

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

    John M. Madsen April 1993

    He is Jesus Christ, the long-awaited Messiah, the Savior and Redeemer of the world (see 1 Ne.

  226. Receiving Divine Assistance through the Grace of the Lord Receiving Divine Assistance through the Grace of the Lord

    Gene R. Cook April 1993

    I bear witness that if we will seek the grace of God, He will come to our aid and the aid of our loved ones in times of need.

  227. Come unto Christ Come unto Christ

    Lowell D. Wood April 1993

    How do we begin this most exciting and important process?

  228. Spiritual Healing Spiritual Healing

    James E. Faust April 1992

    After full repentance, the formula is wonderfully simple.

  229. The Blessings of Sacrifice The Blessings of Sacrifice

    M. Russell Ballard April 1992

    The sacrifice he requires of us is “a broken heart and a contrite spirit” (3 Ne.

  230. Repentance Repentance

    F. Burton Howard April 1991

    The first step in the repentance process has always been simply to recognize that we have done wrong.

  231. A Crown of Thorns, a Crown of Glory A Crown of Thorns, a Crown of Glory

    James E. Faust April 1991

    The denial of our own sins, of our own selfishness, of our own weakness is like a crown of thorns which keeps us from moving up one more step in personal growth.

  232. The Many Witnesses of Jesus Christ and His Work The Many Witnesses of Jesus Christ and His Work

    James M. Paramore October 1990

    When He came among them, He said, “And behold, I am the light and the life of the world” (3 Ne.

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

    Ruth B. Wright October 1990

    “And behold, I am the light and the life of the world; and I have drunk out of that bitter cup which the Father hath given me, and have glorified the Father in taking upon me the sins of the world, in the which I have suffered the will of the Father in all things from the beginning” (3 Ne.

  234. Small and Simple Things Small and Simple Things

    M. Russell Ballard April 1990

    “At first glance, the Church here looks absolutely nothing like the Church in downtown Orem, Utah.

  235. “One Small Step for a Man; One Giant Leap for Mankind” “One Small Step for a Man; One Giant Leap for Mankind”

    Carlos E. Asay April 1990

    Joseph learned that there are no winners in wars of words or tumults of opinion regarding religious matters (see JS—H 1:12).

  236. Rise to the Stature of the Divine within You Rise to the Stature of the Divine within You

    Gordon B. Hinckley October 1989

    Is there anything more beautiful, anything that speaks more of divinity than a lovely little girl?

  237. Beware of Pride Beware of Pride

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1989

    The antidote for pride is humility—meekness, submissiveness.

  238. Alternate Voices Alternate Voices

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1989

    The Lord’s prescribed methods of acquiring sacred knowledge are very different from the methods used by those who acquire learning exclusively by study.

  239. Irony: The Crust on the Bread of Adversity Irony: The Crust on the Bread of Adversity

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1989

    For Jesus, in fact, irony began at His birth.

  240. The Canker of Contention The Canker of Contention

    Russell M. Nelson April 1989

    “Behold, this is not my doctrine, to stir up the hearts of men with anger, one against another; but this is my doctrine, that such things should be done away.” (3 Ne.

  241. He Is Risen He Is Risen

    Howard W. Hunter April 1988

    “And … the multitude went forth, and thrust their hands into his side, and did feel the prints of the nails in his hands and in his feet; and this they did do, going forth one by one until they had all gone forth, and did see with their eyes and did feel with their hands, and did know of a surety and did bear record, that it was he, of whom it was written by the prophets, that should come” (3 Ne.

  242. Always Remember Him Always Remember Him

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1988

    Under the direction and according to the plan of God the Father, his Son Jehovah “created the heavens and the earth, and all things that in them are” (3 Ne.

  243. An Invitation to Exaltation An Invitation to Exaltation

    Thomas S. Monson April 1988

    “Hosanna!

  244. While They Are Waiting While They Are Waiting

    Marvin J. Ashton April 1988

    “Yea, verily I say unto you, if ye will come unto me ye shall have eternal life.

  245. The Empty Tomb Bore Testimony The Empty Tomb Bore Testimony

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 1988

    And there gathered a multitude round about the temple in the land Bountiful who marveled at the great changes that had taken place and at the terrible destructions which they had witnessed.

  246. Without Guile Without Guile

    Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1988

    To the Nephites the Savior said, “Ye must repent, and be baptized in my name, and become as a little child, or ye can in nowise inherit the kingdom of God” (3 Ne.

  247. “There Are Many Gifts” “There Are Many Gifts”

    Marvin J. Ashton October 1987

    “And it came to pass that while they were thus conversing one with another, they heard a voice as if it came out of heaven; and they cast their eyes round about, for they understood not the voice which they heard; and it was not a harsh voice, neither was it a loud voice; nevertheless, and notwithstanding it being a small voice it did pierce them that did hear to the center, insomuch that there was no part of their frame that it did not cause to quake; yea, it did pierce them to the very soul...

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

    Dallin H. Oaks October 1987

    “And behold, I am the light and the life of the world” (3 Ne.

  249. A Doorway Called Love A Doorway Called Love

    Thomas S. Monson October 1987

    “Behold, this is not my doctrine, to stir up the hearts of men with anger, one against another; but this is my doctrine, that such things should be done away” (3 Ne.

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

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1987

    “Many great and notable cities were sunk, and many were burned, and many were shaken till the buildings thereof had fallen to the earth, and the inhabitants thereof were slain” (3 Ne.

  251. Life after Life Life after Life

    Russell M. Nelson April 1987

    The ministry of the resurrected Lord to the Nephites who lived on the American hemisphere has been spoken of so eloquently by President Benson.

  252. The Book of Mormon’s Witness of Jesus Christ The Book of Mormon’s Witness of Jesus Christ

    J. Thomas Fyans April 1987

    “And they were also conversing about this Jesus Christ, of whom the sign had been given concerning his death” (3 Ne.

  253. We Proclaim the Gospel We Proclaim the Gospel

    M. Russell Ballard October 1986

    “And again the Lord called others, and said unto them likewise; and he gave unto them power to baptize” (3 Ne.

  254. The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost

    Gordon B. Hinckley October 1986

    I thank Him for that voice again heard when the risen Lord was introduced to the people of this hemisphere with the voice of God declaring, “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name” (3 Ne.

  255. We Love You—Please Come Back We Love You—Please Come Back

    Richard G. Scott April 1986

    “Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive, for of such is the kingdom of God.

  256. Lessons from the Atonement That Help Us to Endure to the End Lessons from the Atonement That Help Us to Endure to the End

    Robert D. Hales October 1985

    We started with a story from the Book of Mormon.

  257. The Holy Scriptures: Letters from Home The Holy Scriptures: Letters from Home

    Ardeth G. Kapp October 1985

    Can you imagine being away from home and receiving a letter from your parents and not bothering to open it or read it?

  258. The Resurrection The Resurrection

    James E. Faust April 1985

    Latter-day Saints have additional witnesses of the reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and of the certainty of life after death.

  259. The Resurrected Christ The Resurrected Christ

    David B. Haight April 1985

    Shortly after Jesus’ appearance to the disciples on the Eastern Hemisphere, he appeared to the Nephites on the Western Hemisphere.

  260. “Willing to Submit” “Willing to Submit”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1985

    “Know ye not that ye are in the hands of God?” (Morm.

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1984

    For instance, we appreciate not only the towering divinity of Jesus Christ, but His breathtaking mobility and the scope of His shepherding.

  262. Covenants, Ordinances, and Service Covenants, Ordinances, and Service

    A. Theodore Tuttle April 1984

    Few things sponsor spiritual growth more than studying from the scriptures.

  263. Count Your Blessings Count Your Blessings

    Yoshihiko Kikuchi April 1984

    I bear you my testimony that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God.

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

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1983

    His law required all mankind, regardless of station in life, to repent and be baptized in His name and receive the Holy Ghost as the sanctifying power to cleanse themselves from sin.

  265. The Keystone of Our Religion The Keystone of Our Religion

    James E. Faust October 1983

    The great worth of the Book of Mormon was declared by the Savior himself.

  266. What Manner of Men Ought We to Be? What Manner of Men Ought We to Be?

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1983

    You should always remember the statement of the Savior that “the spirit of contention is not of me, but is of the devil.” (3 Ne.

  267. How Do You Know? How Do You Know?

    William R. Bradford October 1983

    “And whoso believeth not in me, and is not baptized, shall be damned.” (3 Ne.

  268. Unity Unity

    Marion G. Romney April 1983

    “For verily, verily I say unto you, he that hath the spirit of contention is not of me, but is of the devil, who is the father of contention, and he stirreth up the hearts of men to contend with anger, one with another.” (3 Ne.

  269. Creator and Savior Creator and Savior

    Mark E. Petersen April 1983

    Did He not introduce the Savior to the Nephites with the same expression?

  270. Fundamentals of Enduring Family Relationships Fundamentals of Enduring Family Relationships

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1982

    Third: “He that hath the spirit of contention is not of me, but is of the devil, who is the father of contention.” (3 Ne.

  271. “Behold My Beloved Son, in Whom I Am Well Pleased” “Behold My Beloved Son, in Whom I Am Well Pleased”

    George P. Lee October 1982

    “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name—hear ye him.” (3 Ne.

  272. The Resurrection of Jesus The Resurrection of Jesus

    Marion G. Romney April 1982

    His mission being ended in Palestine, he paid a visit to the Nephites in America, that they too might know of his resurrection.

  273. Spiritual Guides for Teachers of Righteousness Spiritual Guides for Teachers of Righteousness

    Gene R. Cook April 1982

    In summary, then, how does one keep himself from falling, as some have, into teaching and living semi-truths?

  274. Opposition to the Work of God Opposition to the Work of God

    Carlos E. Asay October 1981

    Do not contend or debate over points of doctrine.

  275. “My Sheep Hear My Voice” “My Sheep Hear My Voice”

    Yoshihiko Kikuchi October 1981

    “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name—hear ye him.” (3 Ne.

  276. Commandments to Live By Commandments to Live By

    O. Leslie Stone October 1979

    In 3 Nephi 11:29–30 we find this statement:

  277. The Spirit Giveth Life The Spirit Giveth Life

    Loren C. Dunn April 1979

    What a great and powerful friend is this gift of the Holy Ghost!

  278. “Judge Not According to the Appearance” “Judge Not According to the Appearance”

    Boyd K. Packer April 1979

    Be careful of those who promote controversy and contention, “for verily, verily I say unto you, he that hath the spirit of contention is not of me,” saith the Lord (3 Ne.

  279. The True Way of Life and Salvation The True Way of Life and Salvation

    Spencer W. Kimball April 1978

    “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name—hear ye him.” (3 Ne.

  280. No Time for Contention No Time for Contention

    Marvin J. Ashton April 1978

    “Behold, this is not my doctrine, to stir up the hearts of men with anger, one against another; but this is my doctrine, that such things should be done away.” (3 Ne.

  281. Making Your Marriage Successful Making Your Marriage Successful

    O. Leslie Stone April 1978

    The Lord commanded us to love one another when he said, “Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” (Matt.

  282. “Be Not Faithless” “Be Not Faithless”

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 1978

    “Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world.” (3 Ne.

  283. The Light of the Gospel The Light of the Gospel

    N. Eldon Tanner October 1977

    “And there was not any light seen, neither fire, nor glimmer, neither the sun, nor the moon, nor the stars, for so great were the mists of darkness which were upon the face of the land.” (3 Ne.

  284. Jesus the Christ Jesus the Christ

    Spencer W. Kimball October 1977

    It was He, Jesus Christ, our Savior, who was introduced to surprised listeners at Jordan (see Matt.

  285. Revelation: The Word of the Lord to His Prophets Revelation: The Word of the Lord to His Prophets

    Spencer W. Kimball April 1977

    If the Bible were “the end of the prophets,” then it was through lack of faith and belief, and that is the reason the heavens at times were closed and locked and became as iron, and the earth as brass.

  286. Easter Thoughts Easter Thoughts

    Delbert L. Stapley April 1976

    In the Book of Mormon, one of four standard works of scriptures of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, there is recorded a beautiful account of Christ’s visit to the people on this continent after his resurrection from the grave.

  287. Value of the Holy Scriptures Value of the Holy Scriptures

    LeGrand Richards April 1976

    “And there was a great and terrible destruction in the land southward.” (3 Ne.

  288. The Book of Mormon The Book of Mormon

    James A. Cullimore April 1976

    “And the multitude did see and hear and bear record; and … all of them did see and hear, every man for himself.” (3 Ne.

  289. Are We Following Christ’s Pattern? Are We Following Christ’s Pattern?

    William R. Bradford April 1976

    “And whoso believeth not in me, and is not baptized, shall be damned.” (3 Ne.

  290. Christ in America Christ in America

    N. Eldon Tanner April 1975

    “And in another place they were heard to cry and mourn, saying: O that we had repented before this great and terrible day, and had not killed and stoned the prophets, and cast them out; then would our mothers and our fair daughters, and our children have been spared, and not have been buried up in that great city Moronihah.

  291. The Symbol of Christ The Symbol of Christ

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 1975

    “Arise and come forth unto me.” (3 Ne.

  292. “Blessed Are the Peacemakers” “Blessed Are the Peacemakers”

    Theodore M. Burton October 1974

    “But this is my doctrine, that such things [quarreling and arguing] should be done away.” (3 Ne.

  293. A Testimony of Christ A Testimony of Christ

    Joseph Anderson October 1974

    “And behold, I am the light and the life of the world; and I have drunk out of that bitter cup which the Father hath given me, and have glorified the Father in taking upon me the sins of the world, in the which I have suffered the will of the Father in all things from the beginning.” (3 Ne.

  294. The Paths Jesus Walked The Paths Jesus Walked

    Thomas S. Monson April 1974

    As we do, and direct our footsteps along the paths which Jesus walked, let us remember the testimony Jesus gave: “Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world.

  295. What Does Jesus Mean to Modern Man? What Does Jesus Mean to Modern Man?

    David B. Haight April 1974

    “And when they had all gone forth and had witnessed for themselves, they did cry out with one accord, saying: Hosanna!

  296. Three Days in the Tomb Three Days in the Tomb

    Eldred G. Smith April 1974

    “I came unto my own, and my own received me not.

  297. The Savior’s Ministry The Savior’s Ministry

    Delbert L. Stapley April 1974

    My beloved brothers and sisters and friends, the Savior announced, “Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world.” (3 Ne.

  298. Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer

    Marion G. Romney October 1973

    “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name—hear ye him.” (3 Ne.

  299. The Witnesses of Christ The Witnesses of Christ

    S. Dilworth Young October 1973

    “And behold, I am the light and the life of the world.

  300. He Took Him by the Hand He Took Him by the Hand

    Marvin J. Ashton October 1973

    Frequently the Savior admonished the physically healed to boast not of their new strength, but rather to go their ways, walking in truth and using their new powers to lift others.

  301. A Second Witness for Christ A Second Witness for Christ

    Loren C. Dunn April 1973

    “And behold, I am the light and the life of the world; and I have drunk out of that bitter cup which the Father hath given me, and have glorified the Father in taking upon me the sins of the world, in the which I have suffered the will of the Father in all things from the beginning.” (3 Ne.

  302. When I Read, I Am There When I Read, I Am There

    S. Dilworth Young April 1973

    My heart sings in confirmation as I hear once more in my soul the words of introduction and acceptance twice heard during his ministry in Palestine and now repeated and enlarged: “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name—hear ye him.” (3 Ne.

  303. “This Is My Gospel” “This Is My Gospel”

    Howard W. Hunter April 1973

    “Wo, wo, wo unto this people; wo unto the inhabitants of the whole earth except they shall repent; for the devil laugheth, and his angels rejoice, because of the slain of the fair sons and daughters of my people; and it is because of their iniquity and abominations that they are fallen!” (3 Ne.

  304. Light and Knowledge to the World Light and Knowledge to the World

    Joseph Anderson October 1972

    When the resurrected Christ was introduced by the Father to the Nephites on the Western Hemisphere, the following language was used: “Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name—hear ye him.” (3 Ne.

  305. “Strengthen Thy Brethren” “Strengthen Thy Brethren”

    Paul H. Dunn October 1972

    When the Lord appeared to the Nephites he said, “And again I say unto you, ye must repent, and be baptized in my name, and become as a little child, or ye can in nowise inherit the kingdom of God.” (3 Ne.

  306. Harmony in the Home Harmony in the Home

    H. Burke Peterson October 1972

    “Behold, this is not my doctrine, to stir up the hearts of men with anger, one against another; but this is my doctrine, that such things should be done away.” (3 Ne.