Ether 12–15

2024 · Week 48

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Relevant conference talks

  1. Jesus Christ Is Not Our Burden; He Is Our Relief Jesus Christ Is Not Our Burden; He Is Our Relief

    David J. Wunderli April 2026

    Let us allow the Savior to ease our burdens—allow Him to help remove the rocks of addiction and the weight of our sorrows.

  2. Jesus Christ—the True Vine Jesus Christ—the True Vine

    Ulisses Soares April 2026

    Abiding in Christ does not remove the burdens of life, but through His grace they are made lighter, and our hearts are strengthened by the comfort and peace He promises.

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

    Thierry K. Mutombo April 2026

    The miracle Nathalie and I prayed for happened after we stood for the truth and the light that is in Jesus the Christ.

  4. The Lord Looketh on the Heart The Lord Looketh on the Heart

    Ronald M. Barcellos October 2025

    Why is that so?

  5. That All May Be Edified That All May Be Edified

    Chad H Webb October 2025

    I’m grateful for the teachers in my life, from goodly parents and local leaders and teachers to the men and women who have been called to teach and testify from this pulpit, who help us to know and follow Jesus Christ.

  6. Prophets of God Prophets of God

    Andrea Muñoz Spannaus October 2025

    And the prophet Moroni said, “I have seen Jesus, and … he hath talked with me face to face.”

  7. Right Before Our Eyes Right Before Our Eyes

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2025

    In my assignments this year, I have had a front-row seat to the Lord hastening His work.

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

    Sandino Roman April 2025

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

  9. Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior

    Dale G. Renlund April 2025

    One message of this parable is that God expects us to magnify the abilities we have been given, but He does not want us to compare our abilities to those of others.

  10. Receive His Gift Receive His Gift

    Patrick Kearon April 2025

    But we could receive nothing without the greatest of all the Father’s gifts, His beloved Lamb, His Son, Jesus Christ.

  11. The Love of God The Love of God

    Benjamin M. Z. Tai April 2025

    The scriptures teach us that “faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” While disorienting distractions and terrestrial temptations cloud our spiritual vision, when we exercise faith in God and His Son, Jesus Christ, we receive clear assurance of Their reality and of Their concern for us.

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

    David A. Bednar April 2024

    “Wherefore, whoso believeth in God might with surety hope for a better world, yea, even a place at the right hand of God, which hope cometh of faith, maketh an anchor to the souls of men, which would make them sure and steadfast, always abounding in good works, being led to glorify God.”

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

    Jose L. Alonso April 2024

    As we journey through mortality, we are at times beset by trials: the severe pain of the loss of loved ones, the arduous fight against illness, the sting of injustice, the harrowing experiences of harassment or abuse, the shadow of unemployment, familial tribulations, the silent cry of loneliness, or the heartrending consequences of armed conflicts.

  14. Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ

    Brian K. Taylor April 2024

    Two—brighter hope comes by envisioning our eternal destiny.

  15. Seeing God’s Family through the Overview Lens Seeing God’s Family through the Overview Lens

    Tamara W. Runia October 2023

    The scriptures agree.

  16. Walking in Covenant Relationship with Christ Walking in Covenant Relationship with Christ

    Emily Belle Freeman October 2023

    When the Lord called Enoch to journey through the land and testify of Him, Enoch hesitated.

  17. Divine Parenting Lessons Divine Parenting Lessons

    Valeri V. Cordón October 2023

    Parents, this world is full of philosophies, cultures, and ideas competing for our children’s attention.

  18. Just Keep Going—with Faith Just Keep Going—with Faith

    Carl B. Cook April 2023

    Do you know what I am grateful for?

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

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2023

    As you open your heart to the Savior and His teachings, He will show you your weakness.

  20. Followers of the Prince of Peace Followers of the Prince of Peace

    Ulisses Soares April 2023

    Let us consider these principles in view of Christ’s pure love for us that we, as His followers, seek to have for one another.

  21. After the Fourth Day After the Fourth Day

    W. Mark Bassett April 2023

    Like Mary and Martha, we have the opportunity to experience all of mortality, even sorrow and weakness.

  22. This Day This Day

    Ronald A. Rasband October 2022

    Recently I was on assignment in Mozambique.

  23. A Mighty Change of Heart: A Mighty Change of Heart:

    Eduardo Gavarret April 2022

    Then for our great joy, that inner change is strengthened and spreads until it abounds in good works.

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

    Kevin S. Hamilton April 2022

    The blessing of receiving God’s power to help us change is also conditional.

  25. Lessons at the Well Lessons at the Well

    Susan H. Porter April 2022

    I testify that the Savior is the salt in our lives, inviting us to taste of His joy and love.

  26. Our Relationship with God Our Relationship with God

    D. Todd Christofferson April 2022

    Our repentance and obedience, our service and sacrifices do matter.

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

    Brent H. Nielson October 2021

    In John chapter 6 of the New Testament, the Savior performed a most interesting miracle.

  28. Hold Up Your Light Hold Up Your Light

    Marcus B. Nash October 2021

    Now, I do not know whether my atheist friend ever read the Book of Mormon or joined the Church.

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

    Sean Douglas October 2021

    We face our spiritual hurricanes best by believing in Christ and keeping His commandments.

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

    Ulisses Soares April 2021

    As we draw nearer to Him, surrendering ourselves spiritually to His care, we will be able to take upon ourselves His yoke, which is easy, and His burden, which is light, thus finding that promised comfort and rest.

  31. Our Personal Savior Our Personal Savior

    Michael John U. Teh April 2021

    The prophet Moroni invited us: “And now, I would commend you to seek this Jesus of whom the prophets and apostles have written.”

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

    Russell M. Nelson April 2021

    Everything good in life—every potential blessing of eternal significance—begins with faith.

  33. “Behold! I Am a God of Miracles” “Behold! I Am a God of Miracles”

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2021

    “And neither at any time hath any wrought miracles until after their faith; wherefore they first believed in the Son of God.”

  34. Becoming like Him Becoming like Him

    Scott D. Whiting October 2020

    Trusted friends and family can help us see ourselves more accurately, but even they, as loving and helpful as they would like to be, can see things imperfectly.

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

    Benjamin M. Z. Tai April 2020

    Jesus Christ is the Master Physician.

  36. A Perfect Brightness of Hope A Perfect Brightness of Hope

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2020

    Well, our 1820 list of hopes could go on, but perhaps the most important message of the Restoration is that such hopes would not have been in vain.

  37. Hear Him Hear Him

    Russell M. Nelson April 2020

    The Book of Mormon chronicles the classic rise and fall of two major civilizations.

  38. After the Trial of Our Faith After the Trial of Our Faith

    Jorge M. Alvarado October 2019

    Moroni taught that “faith is things which are hoped for and not seen; wherefore, dispute not because ye see not, for ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith.”

  39. Take Up Our Cross Take Up Our Cross

    Ulisses Soares October 2019

    The scriptures teach that there is a way out of these situations—by inviting our Savior to help us to replace our stony hearts with new hearts.

  40. Your Priesthood Playbook Your Priesthood Playbook

    Gary E. Stevenson April 2019

    He can open doors and help us find strengths and abilities we never knew we had.

  41. Exercising Our Spiritual Muscles Exercising Our Spiritual Muscles

    Juan Pablo Villar April 2019

    It will probably not be easy at the beginning, and it might even become a big challenge.

  42. Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection

    Ronald A. Rasband April 2019

    The prophet Ether taught, “Wherefore, whoso believeth in God might with surety hope for a better world, yea, even a place at the right hand of God, which hope cometh of faith, maketh an anchor to the souls of men, which would make them sure and steadfast, always abounding in good works, being led to glorify God.”

  43. Divine Discontent Divine Discontent

    Michelle D. Craig October 2018

    The surprising truth is that our weaknesses can be a blessing when they humble us and turn us to Christ.

  44. The Father The Father

    Brian K. Ashton October 2018

    The scriptures call this the plan of salvation.

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

    Robert C. Gay October 2018

    At that meeting, however, I thought about the many good people I know who struggle with great burdens and commandments that are daunting at best for them.

  46. Until Seventy Times Seven Until Seventy Times Seven

    Lynn G. Robbins April 2018

    Because we don’t want to be through until we become as our Savior is, we need to continue getting up each time we fall, with a desire to keep growing and progressing despite our weaknesses.

  47. Inspired Ministering Inspired Ministering

    Henry B. Eyring April 2018

    We know that charity is essential for us to be saved in the kingdom of God.

  48. He That Shall Endure unto the End, the Same Shall Be Saved He That Shall Endure unto the End, the Same Shall Be Saved

    Claudio D. Zivic April 2018

    We must strive to obey all the commandments and pay close attention to those that are hardest for us to keep.

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

    D. Todd Christofferson October 2017

    Partaking of the Savior’s flesh and drinking His blood means to put out of our lives anything inconsistent with a Christlike character and to make His attributes our own.

  50. The Eternal Everyday The Eternal Everyday

    Quentin L. Cook October 2017

    Let me also caution against any form of arrogance.

  51. The Truth of All Things The Truth of All Things

    David F. Evans October 2017

    Mom put the responsibility of developing faith and finding answers on me.

  52. Has the Day of Miracles Ceased? Has the Day of Miracles Ceased?

    Donald L. Hallstrom October 2017

    Moroni taught, “Neither at any time hath any wrought miracles until after their faith.” Ammon proclaimed, “God has provided a means that man, through faith, might work mighty miracles.” The Lord revealed to Joseph Smith, “For I am God, … and I will show miracles … unto all those who believe on my name.”

  53. Exceeding Great and Precious Promises Exceeding Great and Precious Promises

    David A. Bednar October 2017

    The Sabbath and the temple can help us to establish in our homes “a more excellent way” as we “gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him.” What we do in our homes with His sacred time and with what we learn in His sacred space is pivotal to becoming partakers of the divine nature.

  54. “My Peace I Leave with You” “My Peace I Leave with You”

    Henry B. Eyring April 2017

    At times, you may long for peace as you face uncertainty and what seem to you to be looming challenges.

  55. Confide in God Unwaveringly Confide in God Unwaveringly

    Ulisses Soares April 2017

    God blesses us according to our faith.

  56. Songs Sung and Unsung Songs Sung and Unsung

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2017

    And someday I hope a great global chorus will harmonize across all racial and ethnic lines, declaring that guns, slurs, and vitriol are not the way to deal with human conflict.

  57. Whatsoever He Saith unto You, Do It Whatsoever He Saith unto You, Do It

    L. Whitney Clayton April 2017

    God asks us to bear with Him—to trust Him and to follow Him.

  58. Foundations of Faith Foundations of Faith

    Quentin L. Cook April 2017

    Without faith among men, God can do no miracle among them.

  59. Fourth Floor, Last Door Fourth Floor, Last Door

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2016

    Sometimes it’s not easy to develop faith in spiritual things while living in a physical world.

  60. Am I Good Enough? Will I Make It? Am I Good Enough? Will I Make It?

    J. Devn Cornish October 2016

    “Really trying” means doing the best we can, recognizing where we need to improve, and then trying again.

  61. Joy and Spiritual Survival Joy and Spiritual Survival

    Russell M. Nelson October 2016

    What will you and I be able to endure as we focus on the joy that is “set before” us?

  62. The Doctrine of Christ The Doctrine of Christ

    Brian K. Ashton October 2016

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

  63. God Shall Wipe Away All Tears God Shall Wipe Away All Tears

    Evan A. Schmutz October 2016

    Everyone listening today is acquainted with some measure of loneliness, despair, grief, pain, or sorrow.

  64. Be Thou Humble Be Thou Humble

    Steven E. Snow April 2016

    One song that was new to the 1985 hymnal is “Be Thou Humble.” This tranquil hymn was written by Grietje Terburg Rowley, who passed away last year.

  65. It Works Wonderfully! It Works Wonderfully!

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2015

    Sometimes we feel discouraged because we are not “more” of something—more spiritual, respected, intelligent, healthy, rich, friendly, or capable.

  66. Hold on Thy Way Hold on Thy Way

    Koichi Aoyagi October 2015

    However, the purpose of our lives is not merely to endure trials.

  67. On Being Genuine On Being Genuine

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2015

    So if you feel small and weak, please simply come unto Christ, who makes weak things strong.

  68. The Gift of Grace The Gift of Grace

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2015

    Though we all have weaknesses, we can overcome them.

  69. “Lord, Is It I?” “Lord, Is It I?”

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2014

    But being able to see ourselves clearly is essential to our spiritual growth and well-being.

  70. 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

    You too can seek our Heavenly Father and “this Jesus of whom the prophets and apostles have [testified]” in the scriptures and in this general conference.

  71. The Sacrament and the Atonement The Sacrament and the Atonement

    James J. Hamula October 2014

    This is the doctrine of Christ.

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

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2014

    In keeping with the Savior’s own experience, there has been a long history of rejection and a painfully high price paid by prophets and apostles, missionaries and members in every generation—all those who have tried to honor God’s call to lift the human family to “a more excellent way.”

  73. What Manner of Men? What Manner of Men?

    Donald L. Hallstrom April 2014

    The only complete response to the question posed by Jesus Christ “What manner of men ought ye to be?” is the one He succinctly and profoundly gave: “Even as I am” (3 Nephi 27:27).

  74. The Windows of Heaven The Windows of Heaven

    David A. Bednar October 2013

    We may need and pray for help to find suitable employment.

  75. Be Ye Converted Be Ye Converted

    Bonnie L. Oscarson October 2013

    The prophet Moroni, in the Book of Mormon, taught, “I would show unto the world that faith is things which are hoped for and not seen; wherefore, dispute not because ye see not, for ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith.” In our world where instant gratification is the expectation, we are often guilty of expecting the reward without having to work for it.

  76. Personal Strength through the Atonement of Jesus Christ Personal Strength through the Atonement of Jesus Christ

    Richard G. Scott October 2013

    In between the many battles, Captain Moroni directed fortification of the weakest cities.

  77. Decisions for Eternity Decisions for Eternity

    Russell M. Nelson October 2013

    Even so, it seems that in every family, if not in every person, some physical conditions exist that require special care.

  78. The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

    Craig A. Cardon April 2013

    The Lord is always interested in our hearts, and rationalized false faith does not justify sin.

  79. The Lord’s Way The Lord’s Way

    Stanley G. Ellis April 2013

    Especially in the work of salvation, we learn that “in the gift of his Son hath God prepared a more excellent way” (Ether 12:11).

  80. Trial of Your Faith Trial of Your Faith

    Neil L. Andersen October 2012

    Peter described these experiences as “much more precious than … gold.” Moroni added that a witness follows “the trial of your faith.”

  81. Where Is the Pavilion? Where Is the Pavilion?

    Henry B. Eyring October 2012

    In the depths of his anguish in Liberty Jail, the Prophet Joseph Smith cried out: “O God, where art thou?

  82. Being a More Christian Christian Being a More Christian Christian

    Robert D. Hales October 2012

    This change, called conversion, is possible only through the Savior.

  83. By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled

    Marcus B. Nash October 2012

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

  84. Mountains to Climb Mountains to Climb

    Henry B. Eyring April 2012

    “Wherefore, ye may also have hope, and be partakers of the gift, if ye will but have faith.”

  85. Charity Never Faileth Charity Never Faileth

    Silvia H. Allred October 2011

    Mormon also teaches that charity is bestowed upon the Lord’s true disciples and that charity purifies those who have it.

  86. Forget Me Not Forget Me Not

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2011

    God wants to help us to eventually turn all of our weaknesses into strengths, but He knows that this is a long-term goal.

  87. The Atonement Covers All Pain The Atonement Covers All Pain

    Kent F. Richards April 2011

    I bear testimony that He is our Redeemer, our Friend, our Advocate, the Great Physician, the Great Healer.

  88. Of Things That Matter Most Of Things That Matter Most

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2010

    Brothers and sisters, diligently doing the things that matter most will lead us to the Savior of the world.

  89. Faith—the Choice Is Yours Faith—the Choice Is Yours

    Richard C. Edgley October 2010

    When logic, reason, or personal intellect come into conflict with sacred teachings and doctrine, or conflicting messages assault your beliefs as the fiery darts described by the Apostle Paul (see Ephesians 6:16), choose to not cast the seed out of your heart by unbelief.

  90. The Transforming Power of Faith and Character The Transforming Power of Faith and Character

    Richard G. Scott October 2010

    “Faith is things which are hoped for and not seen; wherefore, dispute not because ye see not, for ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith” (Ether 12:6).

  91. Healing the Sick Healing the Sick

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2010

    Faith is essential for healing by the powers of heaven.

  92. Safety for the Soul Safety for the Soul

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 2009

    “And now I, Moroni, bid farewell … until we shall meet before the judgment-seat of Christ.”

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

    Russell M. Nelson April 2009

    The practice of Church members is to kneel in family prayer each morning and evening, plus having daily personal prayers and blessings on our food.

  94. The Infinite Power of Hope The Infinite Power of Hope

    Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2008

    Hope is a gift of the Spirit.

  95. Come What May, and Love It Come What May, and Love It

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 2008

    He who descended below all things will come to our aid.

  96. Winning the War against Evil Winning the War against Evil

    James J. Hamula October 2008

    First, do as young Joseph Smith did.

  97. “Hope Ya Know, We Had a Hard Time” “Hope Ya Know, We Had a Hard Time”

    Quentin L. Cook October 2008

    Both of these LDS pioneer women remained strong in the gospel throughout their lives and provided wonderful service in building Zion, but they faced many additional trials and hardships, which they both faithfully endured.

  98. Salvation and Exaltation Salvation and Exaltation

    Russell M. Nelson April 2008

    Thus the ministry of the Apostles—the First Presidency and the Twelve—is to bring about that unity of the faith and to proclaim our knowledge of the Master.

  99. Ask in Faith Ask in Faith

    David A. Bednar April 2008

    The faithful action of the mother and her son helped to invite the promised priesthood power and in part satisfied the requirement that we “dispute not because [we] see not, for [we] receive no witness until after the trial of [our] faith” (Ether 12:6).

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

    Robert D. Hales October 2007

    These miracles come to us as we endure what the scriptures call a “trial of [our] faith.” Sometimes that trial is the time it takes before an answer is received.

  101. Remembering, Repenting, and Changing Remembering, Repenting, and Changing

    Julie B. Beck April 2007

    When our best efforts are not quite enough, it is through His grace that we receive the strength to keep trying.

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

    Anthony D. Perkins October 2006

    Jesus Christ has commanded us, “Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.” Doubt, fear, and worry indicate we have taken all of life’s burdens and anxieties on ourselves.

  103. The Gathering of Scattered Israel The Gathering of Scattered Israel

    Russell M. Nelson October 2006

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

  104. Moving Closer to Him Moving Closer to Him

    Craig A. Cardon October 2006

    While the Lord truly taught those to whom He had given the priesthood that by faith mountains would move—and there are recorded instances of such—my hope is to bring greater understanding to that aspect of the doctrine of the priesthood which moves individuals closer to God, affording them the opportunity to become like Him and live eternally in His presence.

  105. Remembering the Lord’s Love Remembering the Lord’s Love

    Kathleen H. Hughes October 2006

    As faithful women of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we have been blessed with the Holy Ghost.

  106. Our Sacred Priesthood Trust Our Sacred Priesthood Trust

    Thomas S. Monson April 2006

    Should there be anyone who feels he is too weak to do better because of that greatest of fears, the fear of failure, there is no more comforting assurance to be had than the words of the Lord: “My grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them.”

  107. 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

    Another example: We once had a major decision to make.

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

    Lynn G. Robbins April 2005

    Elijah understood the doctrine that blessings come after the trial of our faith (see Ether 12:6; D&C 132:5).

  109. Couple Missionaries: Blessings from Sacrifice and Service Couple Missionaries: Blessings from Sacrifice and Service

    Robert D. Hales April 2005

    As we discuss these blessings, you will naturally consider what I have called the four F’s: fear, family concerns, finding the right mission opportunity, and financial challenges.

  110. Be of Good Cheer and Faithful in Adversity Be of Good Cheer and Faithful in Adversity

    Adhemar Damiani April 2005

    Quoting the words of the prophet Ether: “Wherefore, whoso believeth in God might with surety hope for a better world, yea, even a place at the right hand of God, which hope cometh of faith, maketh an anchor to the souls of men.”

  111. Choose You This Day Choose You This Day

    Thomas S. Monson October 2004

    An earlier prophet, even Moroni, writing in what is now the Book of Mormon, counseled, “And now, I would commend you to seek this Jesus of whom the prophets and apostles have written, that the grace of God the Father, and also the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost, which beareth record of them, may be and abide in you forever.”

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

    Robert D. Hales October 2004

    To my dear friend and all those whose souls are hungering for faith, I invite you “to seek this Jesus of whom the prophets and apostles have written.” Let their witness that the Savior gave His life for you sink deep into your heart.

  113. But If Not … But If Not …

    Dennis E. Simmons April 2004

    Faith is not bravado, not just a wish, not just a hope.

  114. The Atonement: All for All The Atonement: All for All

    Bruce C. Hafen April 2004

    So if you have problems in your life, don’t assume there is something wrong with you.

  115. Choosing Charity: That Good Part Choosing Charity: That Good Part

    Bonnie D. Parkin October 2003

    Additional insight into the pure love of Christ is found in Ether: “[Jesus has] loved the world, even unto the laying down of [His] life for the world, that [He might] take it again to prepare a place for the children of men.

  116. The Sustaining Power of Faith in Times of Uncertainty and Testing The Sustaining Power of Faith in Times of Uncertainty and Testing

    Richard G. Scott April 2003

    You can learn to use faith more effectively by applying this principle taught by Moroni: “Faith is things which are hoped for and not seen; wherefore, dispute not because ye see not, for ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith.” Thus, every time you try your faith—that is, act in worthiness on an impression—you will receive the confirming evidence of the Spirit.

  117. Give Thanks in All Things Give Thanks in All Things

    Dallin H. Oaks April 2003

    The revelations, for which we are grateful, show that we should even give thanks for our afflictions because they turn our hearts to God and give us opportunities to prepare for what God would have us become.

  118. Shall He Find Faith on the Earth? Shall He Find Faith on the Earth?

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 2002

    “Faith,” on the other hand, “is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Faith has eyes that penetrate the darkness, seeing into the light beyond.

  119. Developing Inner Strength Developing Inner Strength

    Mary Ellen W. Smoot April 2002

    I am here today to witness to you that such women are all around the world in the Relief Societies of the Church.

  120. Full Conversion Brings Happiness Full Conversion Brings Happiness

    Richard G. Scott April 2002

    Stated simply, true conversion is the fruit of faith, repentance, and consistent obedience.

  121. Consecrate Thy Performance Consecrate Thy Performance

    Neal A. Maxwell April 2002

    In pondering and pursuing consecration, understandably we tremble inwardly at what may be required.

  122. It Can’t Happen to Me It Can’t Happen to Me

    James E. Faust April 2002

    Some of you young men may not yet have a strong testimony of the divine origin of this Church like your parents have.

  123. The Other Prodigal The Other Prodigal

    Jeffrey R. Holland April 2002

    They will do this!

  124. “Help Thou Mine Unbelief” “Help Thou Mine Unbelief”

    L. Whitney Clayton October 2001

    Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is the first principle of the gospel and is more than mere belief.

  125. The Power of a Strong Testimony The Power of a Strong Testimony

    Richard G. Scott October 2001

    A testimony is fortified by spiritual impressions that confirm the validity of a teaching, of a righteous act, or of a warning of pending danger.

  126. “Plow in Hope” “Plow in Hope”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 2001

    Hope feasts on the words of Christ, “through patience and comfort of the scriptures,” “written for our learning” (Rom.

  127. Pure Testimony Pure Testimony

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 2000

    “Dispute not because ye see not,” Moroni taught, “for ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith.”

  128. The Challenge to Become The Challenge to Become

    Dallin H. Oaks October 2000

    We are challenged to move through a process of conversion toward that status and condition called eternal life.

  129. The Power of Self-Mastery The Power of Self-Mastery

    James E. Faust April 2000

    Men and women often attempt to gain notice and approval of the group from whom they seek acceptance.

  130. Your Eternal Voyage Your Eternal Voyage

    Thomas S. Monson April 2000

    Should there be anyone who feels he is too weak to change the onward and downward course of his life, or should there be those who fail to resolve to do better because of that greatest of fears, the fear of failure, there is no more comforting assurance to be had than the words of the Lord: “My grace,” said He, “is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them.”

  131. The Creation The Creation

    Russell M. Nelson April 2000

    Eventually, “the earth will be renewed and receive its paradisiacal glory.” At the Second Coming of the Lord, the earth will be changed once again.

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

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 1999

    Every one of us has times when we need to know things will get better.

  133. Priesthood Power Priesthood Power

    Thomas S. Monson October 1999

    Should there be anyone who feels he is too weak to change the onward and downward course of his life, or should there be those who fail to resolve to do better because of that greatest of fears—the fear of failure—there is no more comforting assurance to be had than these words of the Lord: “My grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them.”

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

    James E. Faust October 1999

    Hope is the anchor of our souls.

  135. A Testimony of the Book of Mormon A Testimony of the Book of Mormon

    Russell M. Nelson October 1999

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

  136. True Followers True Followers

    Robert J. Whetten April 1999

    Jesus’ unconditional love for us motivated His atoning sacrifice for our sins.

  137. Our Only Chance Our Only Chance

    Sheri L. Dew April 1999

    Where do we turn for help?

  138. Welcome Home Welcome Home

    Keith B. McMullin April 1999

    In fulfillment of this promise, Jesus Christ came during the meridian of time, the Only Begotten Son of God, the Eternal Father, in the flesh.

  139. Cultivating Divine Attributes Cultivating Divine Attributes

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1998

    These are the virtuous, lovely, praiseworthy characteristics we seek.

  140. Hope through the Atonement of Jesus Christ Hope through the Atonement of Jesus Christ

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1998

    Faith and hope are constantly interactive and are not always easily or precisely distinguished.

  141. Youth of the Noble Birthright Youth of the Noble Birthright

    L. Tom Perry October 1998

    Above all, we must live with hope.

  142. “Apply the Atoning Blood of Christ” “Apply the Atoning Blood of Christ”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1997

    Certain mortal “whys” are not really questions at all but are expressions of resentment.

  143. “From Whom All Blessings Flow” “From Whom All Blessings Flow”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1997

    There are many who suffer so much more than the rest of us: some go agonizingly; some go quickly; some are healed; some are given more time; some seem to linger.

  144. Stay on the True Course Stay on the True Course

    Carlos E. Asay April 1996

    On this beautiful and sacred Easter morning, one’s thoughts center in Christ.

  145. “Becometh As a Child” “Becometh As a Child”

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1996

    Brothers and sisters, no wonder the divine direction is for each of us to become “as a child” (Mosiah 3:19).

  146. Marriage and the Great Plan of Happiness Marriage and the Great Plan of Happiness

    Joe J. Christensen April 1995

    In order to recognize our personal problems or weaknesses which hinder us from being better marriage partners, we should come to the Lord in prayer and reap the benefits of this powerful Book of Mormon promise: “If men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness … ; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them” (Ether 12:27).

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1995

    In the same vein, God’s second commandment, love thy neighbor, clearly leaves no room for racism.

  148. Celebrating Covenants Celebrating Covenants

    Bonnie D. Parkin April 1995

    There are both stormy seas and calm waters in life.

  149. “Brightness of Hope” “Brightness of Hope”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1994

    You and I can be repeatedly reassured concerning this grand hope by the Comforter, who teaches us the truth about “things as they really are, and … really will be” (Jacob 4:13; see also Moro.

  150. “Seek, and Ye Shall Find” “Seek, and Ye Shall Find”

    Elaine L. Jack October 1994

    We must seek to know Jesus Christ, for this is knowledge that is singular and everlasting.

  151. To Be Healed To Be Healed

    Richard G. Scott April 1994

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

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

    Carlos E. Asay April 1994

    “Infallible proofs” of spiritual matters, such as Christ’s resurrection, are not of the hand, but of the heart.

  153. “What Shall We Do?” “What Shall We Do?”

    Hans B. Ringger April 1994

    Are we able and capable of following such admonitions?

  154. Acquiring Spiritual Knowledge Acquiring Spiritual Knowledge

    Richard G. Scott October 1993

    Profound spiritual truth cannot simply be poured from one mind and heart to another.

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

    Gene R. Cook April 1993

    “And if men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness.

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

    Gordon B. Hinckley April 1993

    “As Moroni closed the record of the Jaredite civilization, he wrote, ‘I would commend you to seek this Jesus of whom the prophets and apostles have written’ (Ether 12:41)” (The Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson [Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1988], p.

  157. Love of Christ Love of Christ

    C. Max Caldwell October 1992

    “This love which thou hast had for the children of men is charity” (Ether 12:33–34).

  158. Spiritual Bonfires of Testimony Spiritual Bonfires of Testimony

    Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1992

    Regardless of the reason your testimony may be growing dim, the Savior lovingly urges you to come unto Him and become strengthened in Him.

  159. A More Excellent Way A More Excellent Way

    Howard W. Hunter April 1992

    “In the gift of his Son hath God prepared a more excellent way” (Ether 12:4, 11).

  160. Faith and Good Works Faith and Good Works

    Stephen D. Nadauld April 1992

    In more eloquent terms, Moroni was told by the Lord: “And if men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness … ; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them” (Ether 12:27).

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

    Russell M. Nelson October 1991

    The Book of Mormon defines charity as the pure love of Christ (see Moro.

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1991

    However, in this process of personal experimentation and verification, the several, sacred steps cannot be skipped over: “For ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith” (Ether 12:6).

  163. Hour of Conversion Hour of Conversion

    Robert K. Dellenbach October 1990

    Fourth, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding” (Prov.

  164. Personal Integrity Personal Integrity

    Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1990

    This story is well known, but I urge you to read it again, focusing your attention on the integrity of Joseph and on the blessings it brought to him.

  165. “He Loved Them unto the End” “He Loved Them unto the End”

    Jeffrey R. Holland October 1989

    “Now I know,” he writes, “that this love which thou hast had for the children of men is charity.” (Ether 12:33–34.)

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

    Ronald E. Poelman April 1989

    Repeated assurances have been given regarding the benefits and blessings of positive responses to adversity, however undeserved.

  167. Alternate Voices Alternate Voices

    Dallin H. Oaks April 1989

    In the scriptures, the Lord has specified how we learn by faith.

  168. To Young Women and Men To Young Women and Men

    Boyd K. Packer April 1989

    Listen carefully, from the Book of Mormon.

  169. Inviting Others to “Come unto Christ” Inviting Others to “Come unto Christ”

    Gene R. Cook October 1988

    And then, with that grace or enabling power of God, we might thereby obtain charity (see Ether 12:34, 36), “even the pure love of Christ” (Moro.

  170. The Great Commandment—Love the Lord The Great Commandment—Love the Lord

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1988

    In the closing accounts of both the Jaredites and the Nephites, Moroni records that except men shall have this pure love of Christ, called charity, they cannot inherit that place which Christ has prepared in the mansions of His Father nor can they be saved in the kingdom of God (see Ether 12:34; Moro.

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1988

    The spiritually submissive will make it through.

  172. He Is Risen He Is Risen

    Howard W. Hunter April 1988

    It is the responsibility and joy of all men and women everywhere to “seek this Jesus of whom the prophets and apostles have [testified]” (Ether 12:41) and to have the spiritual witness of his divinity.

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

    Russell M. Nelson April 1988

    Prophets on the American hemisphere similarly taught the fundamental importance of faith.

  174. “Come unto Christ” “Come unto Christ”

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1987

    As Moroni closed the record of the Jaredite civilization, he wrote, “I would commend you to seek this Jesus of whom the prophets and apostles have written” (Ether 12:41).

  175. By Faith and Hope, All Things Are Fulfilled By Faith and Hope, All Things Are Fulfilled

    Paul H. Dunn April 1987

    “Wherefore, whoso believeth in God might with surety hope for a better world, yea, even a place at the right hand of God, which hope cometh of faith, maketh an anchor to the souls of men, which would make them sure and steadfast, always abounding in good works, being led to glorify God” (Ether 12:3–4).

  176. “God Will Yet Reveal” “God Will Yet Reveal”

    Neal A. Maxwell October 1986

    The Restoration’s Messiah-centered scriptures expand mankind’s spiritual memory significantly and further educate us concerning the unfolding of God’s plan ever since the world began.

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1986

    Men and young men of the priesthood, let us be about those duties as doers and messengers.

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

    Boyd K. Packer April 1986

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

  179. Born of God Born of God

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1985

    “I would commend you to seek this Jesus,” states Moroni.

  180. The Resurrection The Resurrection

    James E. Faust April 1985

    The prophet Ether says that a disciple may with “surety hope for a better world, … which hope cometh of faith, maketh an anchor to the souls of men, which would make them sure and steadfast, always abounding in good works.” (Ether 12:4.)

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

    Neal A. Maxwell April 1983

    No wonder Apostles and prophets have told us not to be moved away from the hope of the gospel, for hope is “an anchor of the soul” (Heb.

  182. Reach for Joy Reach for Joy

    Elaine Cannon April 1982

    But first the testing—the bitter so that we can appreciate the sweet.

  183. The Light of the Gospel The Light of the Gospel

    Adney Y. Komatsu October 1981

    “For if there be no faith among the children of men God can do no miracle among them; wherefore, he showed not himself until after their faith.” (Ether 12:6, 12.)

  184. Building Bridges to Faith Building Bridges to Faith

    Loren C. Dunn April 1981

    Moroni says, “Dispute not because ye see not, for ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith.” (Ether 12:6.)

  185. A Witness and a Warning A Witness and a Warning

    Ezra Taft Benson October 1979

    The eventful destiny of America has also been revealed to God’s prophets.

  186. The Refiner’s Fire The Refiner’s Fire

    James E. Faust April 1979

    The proving of one’s faith goes before the witnessing, for Moroni testified, “Ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith” (Ether 12:6).

  187. Listen to the Prophets Listen to the Prophets

    Spencer W. Kimball April 1978

    If we need a reminder of harsh realities and the dangers of duty which prophets face, Jonah gives us a glimpse in relation to his call to the exceeding great city of Nineveh, which took three days just to walk through, its size was so intimidating.

  188. The Light of Christ The Light of Christ

    Marion G. Romney April 1977

    “Thou hast been faithful; wherefore, thy garments shall be made clean.

  189. Gratitude Gratitude

    Richard G. Scott April 1977

    Despite feelings of personal inadequacy, I am at peace.

  190. The Constitution—A Glorious Standard The Constitution—A Glorious Standard

    Ezra Taft Benson April 1976

    The Lord has also decreed that this land should be “the place of the New Jerusalem, which should come down out of heaven, … the holy sanctuary of the Lord.” (Ether 13:3.) Here is our nation’s destiny!

  191. A Prophet’s Faith A Prophet’s Faith

    A. Theodore Tuttle October 1975

    “Neither at any time hath any wrought miracles until after their faith; wherefore they first believed in the Son of God.” (Ether 12:12, 18.)

  192. America’s Destiny America’s Destiny

    Marion G. Romney October 1975

    You who are acquainted with the Book of Mormon will recall that during the final campaign of the fratricidal war between the armies led by Shiz and those led by Coriantumr “nearly two millions” of Coriantumr’s people had been slain by the sword; “two millions of mighty men, and also their wives and their children.” (Ether 15:2.)

  193. Faith and Works in the Far East Faith and Works in the Far East

    Adney Y. Komatsu October 1975

    “And neither at any time hath any wrought miracles until after their faith; wherefore they first believed in the Son of God.” (Ether 12:6, 12, 18.)

  194. Scouters: Lead Them to a Mission Scouters: Lead Them to a Mission

    S. Dilworth Young April 1975

    “And then shall ye know that I have seen Jesus, and that he has talked with me face to face, and that he told me in plain humility, even as a man telleth another in mine own language, concerning these things.” (Ether 12:39.)

  195. The Witnesses of Christ The Witnesses of Christ

    S. Dilworth Young October 1973

    “And then shall ye know that I have seen Jesus, and that he hath talked with me face to face, and that he told me in plain humility, even as a man telleth another in mine own language, concerning these things.” (Ether 12:38–39.)