Genesis 3–4; Moses 4–5

Ministering—“That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You” Ministering—“That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You”

Kristin M. Yee April 2026

We’ve been sent here to learn to love God and each other as the Savior did—to love in sacrificial and transformational ways, ways that will bring our greatest happiness.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/14yee?lang=eng&id=p_kPNMn#p_kPNMn

Tithing—Putting God First Tithing—Putting God First

Jorge T. Becerra April 2026

“And then the angel spake, saying: This thing is a similitude of the sacrifice of the Only Begotten of the Father, which is full of grace and truth” (Moses 5:5–7; emphasis added).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/18becerra?lang=eng&id=p_hn2VC#p_hn2VC

He Knows You by Name He Knows You by Name

Clement M. Matswagothata April 2026

In Eden’s garden, He called Adam.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/29matswagothata?lang=eng&id=p_bpzHc#p_bpzHc

Humble Souls at Altars Kneel Humble Souls at Altars Kneel

Jeremy R. Jaggi October 2025

Our first parents, Adam and Eve, built and worshipped at altars.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/23jaggi?lang=eng&id=p_rK8Q1#p_rK8Q1

They Are Their Own Judges They Are Their Own Judges

David A. Bednar October 2025

What the Doctrine and Covenants refers to as “moral agency” is central in God’s plan to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of His sons and daughters.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/51bednar?lang=eng&id=p_rsyyj#p_rsyyj

Divine Helps for Mortality Divine Helps for Mortality

Dallin H. Oaks April 2025

To establish the conditions of this divine plan, God chose His Only Begotten Son to be our Savior.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/47oaks?lang=eng&id=p_zFzV8#p_zFzV8

Beware the Second Temptation Beware the Second Temptation

Scott D. Whiting April 2025

Later, Adam and Eve declared that this decision was necessary to fulfill Heavenly Father’s plan.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/53whiting?lang=eng&id=p_ej4TG#p_ej4TG

The Triumph of Hope The Triumph of Hope

Neil L. Andersen October 2024

After leaving the garden, Adam and Eve were taught by an angel of the promise of Jesus Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/12andersen?lang=eng&id=p_xoSys#p_xoSys

Trusting Our Father Trusting Our Father

David P. Homer October 2024

The desire to change God’s eternal truth has a long history.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/16homer?lang=eng&id=p_jArBq#p_jArBq

The Joy of Our Redemption The Joy of Our Redemption

Kristin M. Yee October 2024

Each day is a new day filled with hope and possibilities because of Jesus Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/32yee?lang=eng&id=p_oVLjw#p_oVLjw

Seeking Answers to Spiritual Questions Seeking Answers to Spiritual Questions

Tracy Y. Browning October 2024

After the Lord gave Adam and Eve “commandments, that they should worship the Lord their God, and should offer the firstlings of their flocks, for an offering unto the Lord,” the scriptures say that “Adam was obedient unto the commandments of the Lord.” We go on to read that “after many days an angel of the Lord appeared unto Adam, saying: Why dost thou offer sacrifices unto the Lord?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/42browning?lang=eng&id=p_i13kn#p_i13kn

Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow

Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2024

Strong faith in Jesus Christ doesn’t happen overnight.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/51uchtdorf?lang=eng&id=p_gJx5N#p_gJx5N

The Words of Christ and the Holy Ghost Will Lead Us to the Truth The Words of Christ and the Holy Ghost Will Lead Us to the Truth

Takashi Wada October 2024

We lived with Him as spirits before we came to this earth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/52wada?lang=eng&id=p_rXumP#p_rXumP

Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ

J. Anette Dennis April 2024

The garment of the holy priesthood is deeply symbolic and also points to the Savior.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/14dennis?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Be One with Christ Be One with Christ

Quentin L. Cook April 2024

A fundamental doctrine of our faith is that we do have moral agency, which includes free will.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/27cook?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ

Brian K. Taylor April 2024

This phrase “swallowed up” deeply moves me.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/46taylor?lang=eng&id=p37#p37

It Is Wisdom in the Lord That We Should Have the Book of Mormon It Is Wisdom in the Lord That We Should Have the Book of Mormon

Mark L. Pace April 2024

In every dispensation, we have seen a familiar pattern.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/56pace?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Eternal Truth Eternal Truth

John C. Pingree Jr. October 2023

We need to remember that Satan works to keep us from truth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/52pingree?lang=eng&id=p58#p58

Divine Parenting Lessons Divine Parenting Lessons

Valeri V. Cordón October 2023

Heavenly Father instructed Adam concerning Jesus Christ and His doctrine.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/53cordon?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

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.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/55bassett?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

In Partnership with the Lord In Partnership with the Lord

Ulisses Soares October 2022

In the Lord’s plan, a “help meet” was a companion who would walk shoulder to shoulder with Adam in full partnership.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/25soares?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

WeAre The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints WeAre The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Reyna I. Aburto April 2022

From the beginning, God has sought to gather and organize His children “to bring to pass [our] immortality and eternal life.” With that purpose in mind, He has instructed us to build places of worship where we receive knowledge and the ordinances of salvation and exaltation; make and keep covenants that bind us to Jesus Christ; are endowed with “the power of godliness”; and gather together often to remember Jesus and strengthen each other in Him.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/13aburto?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Divine Love in the Father’s Plan Divine Love in the Father’s Plan

Dallin H. Oaks April 2022

Finally, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is properly known as a family-centered Church.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/51oaks?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

“Lovest Thou Me More Than These?” “Lovest Thou Me More Than These?”

M. Russell Ballard October 2021

Heavenly Father so loved us that He prepared His plan of salvation with a Savior as the central figure.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/31ballard?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

To Be a Follower of Christ To Be a Follower of Christ

Alfred Kyungu October 2021

The first quality of the Savior is humility.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/36kyungu?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation

Russell M. Nelson October 2021

Temple ordinances and covenants are ancient.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/47nelson?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Room in the Inn Room in the Inn

Gerrit W. Gong April 2021

Like Adam and Eve, we come into a world of thorns and thistles.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/16gong?lang=eng&id=figure2_p1#figure2_p1

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

Ulisses Soares April 2021

Jesus was the only Being capable of realizing this eternal and perfect sacrifice for all of us.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/41soares?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

United in Accomplishing God’s Work United in Accomplishing God’s Work

Jean B. Bingham April 2020

When we think of Adam and Eve, often our first thought is of their idyllic life in the Garden of Eden.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/34bingham?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

The Joy of the Saints The Joy of the Saints

D. Todd Christofferson October 2019

In the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve were “in a state of innocence, having no joy, for they knew no misery.” Now, as accountable beings, we find joy in overcoming misery in whatever form, whether it be sin, trial, weakness, or any other obstacle to happiness.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/14christofferson?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

Behold the Lamb of God Behold the Lamb of God

Jeffrey R. Holland April 2019

After expulsion from the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve faced a devastating future.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/28holland?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Look unto Jesus Christ Look unto Jesus Christ

Kim B. Clark April 2019

“Father, thy will be done, and the glory be thine forever.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/33clark?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

We Can Do Better and Be Better We Can Do Better and Be Better

Russell M. Nelson April 2019

Brethren, we need to do better and be better because we are in a battle.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/36nelson?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Good Shepherd, Lamb of God Good Shepherd, Lamb of God

Gerrit W. Gong April 2019

The sacrificial Lamb of God was foreshadowed from the beginning.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/53gong?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

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

From the beginning, God has declared the preeminence of the name of Jesus Christ in His plan for us.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/all-must-take-upon-them-the-name-given-of-the-father?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Choose You This Day Choose You This Day

Dale G. Renlund October 2018

The prophet Lehi said: “Wherefore, the Lord God gave unto man that he should act for himself.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/choose-you-this-day?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

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

Douglas D. Holmes April 2018

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

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/04/what-every-aaronic-priesthood-holder-needs-to-understand?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

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

John C. Pingree Jr. October 2017

As God works through us, the adversary may tempt us to take credit for any accomplishments.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/i-have-a-work-for-thee?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

Return and Receive Return and Receive

M. Russell Ballard April 2017

Lucifer did not accept our Father’s plan that allowed us to return to His presence and receive His blessings.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/04/return-and-receive?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

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

L. Whitney Clayton April 2017

Some rewards of obedience do come quickly; others come only after we are tested.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/04/whatsoever-he-saith-unto-you-do-it?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

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

J. Devn Cornish October 2016

The other thing that will surely keep us out of heaven and separate us from the help we need now is rebellion.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/10/am-i-good-enough-will-i-make-it?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Serve Serve

Carl B. Cook October 2016

“Putting it in compound” refers to shifting into a special gear in which a number of gears are arranged to work together to generate more torque.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/10/serve?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

God Shall Wipe Away All Tears God Shall Wipe Away All Tears

Evan A. Schmutz October 2016

As part of our Heavenly Father’s plan, He allowed sorrow to be woven into our mortal experience.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/10/god-shall-wipe-away-all-tears?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

What Shall We Do? What Shall We Do?

Neill F. Marriott April 2016

Mothers literally make room in their bodies to nurture an unborn baby—and hopefully a place in their hearts as they raise them—but nurturing is not limited to bearing children.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/04/what-shall-we-do?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Opposition in All Things Opposition in All Things

Dallin H. Oaks April 2016

From the beginning, agency and opposition were central to the Father’s plan and to Satan’s rebellion against it.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/04/opposition-in-all-things?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Keep the Commandments Keep the Commandments

Thomas S. Monson October 2015

Disregard for the commandments has opened the way for what I consider to be the plagues of our day.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/10/keep-the-commandments?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Why the Church Why the Church

D. Todd Christofferson October 2015

Beginning with Adam, the gospel of Jesus Christ was preached, and the essential ordinances of salvation, such as baptism, were administered through a family-based priesthood order.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/10/why-the-church?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Remembering in Whom We Have Trusted Remembering in Whom We Have Trusted

Allen D. Haynie October 2015

Before we came to this earth, we participated as spirit sons and daughters of God in a grand council.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/10/remembering-in-whom-we-have-trusted?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

The Plan of Happiness The Plan of Happiness

Boyd K. Packer April 2015

“And … the sons and daughters of Adam began to divide two and two in the land, … and they also begat sons and daughters” (Moses 5:2–3).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/the-plan-of-happiness?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Therefore They Hushed Their Fears Therefore They Hushed Their Fears

David A. Bednar April 2015

Upon hearing the voice of God after partaking of the forbidden fruit, Adam and Eve hid themselves in the Garden of Eden.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/therefore-they-hushed-their-fears?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Why Marriage, Why Family Why Marriage, Why Family

D. Todd Christofferson April 2015

Second is the condition of mortality.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/why-marriage-why-family?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Where Justice, Love, and Mercy Meet Where Justice, Love, and Mercy Meet

Jeffrey R. Holland April 2015

I do not know the details of what happened on this planet before that, but I do know these two were created under the divine hand of God, that for a time they lived alone in a paradisiacal setting where there was neither human death nor future family, and that through a sequence of choices they transgressed a commandment of God which required that they leave their garden setting but which allowed them to have children before facing physical death.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/where-justice-love-and-mercy-meet?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

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

Robert D. Hales April 2015

In that Grand Council, Lucifer, known as Satan, used his agency to oppose God’s plan.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/preserving-agency-protecting-religious-freedom?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

Be Fruitful, Multiply, and Subdue the Earth Be Fruitful, Multiply, and Subdue the Earth

Joseph W. Sitati April 2015

The body enables Heavenly Father’s obedient spirit children to experience life on earth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/be-fruitful-multiply-and-subdue-the-earth?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Free Forever, to Act for Themselves Free Forever, to Act for Themselves

D. Todd Christofferson October 2014

The gospel of Jesus Christ opens the path to what we may become.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/free-forever-to-act-for-themselves?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

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

Teaching about our premortal life, Heavenly Father referred to Jesus Christ as “my Beloved Son, which was my Beloved and Chosen from the beginning.” When the Father created the earth, He did so “by [His] Only Begotten” Son.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/eternal-life-to-know-our-heavenly-father-and-his-son-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

The Sacrament and the Atonement The Sacrament and the Atonement

James J. Hamula October 2014

Before them was the traditional Passover meal, consisting of the sacrificial lamb, wine, and unleavened bread, emblems of Israel’s past salvation from slavery and death and of a future redemption yet to be realized.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/the-sacrament-and-the-atonement?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Make the Exercise of Faith Your First Priority Make the Exercise of Faith Your First Priority

Richard G. Scott October 2014

Through Adam and Eve’s partaking of the forbidden fruit, knowledge of good and evil was introduced into the world.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/make-the-exercise-of-faith-your-first-priority?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

“I Have Given You an Example” “I Have Given You an Example”

Richard G. Scott April 2014

There is no doctrine more fundamental to our work than the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/i-have-given-you-an-example?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

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

Robert D. Hales April 2014

Then Jesus expressed His commitment to obey, saying, “Father, thy will be done, and the glory be thine forever.” Throughout His ministry, “he suffered temptations but gave [them] no heed.” Indeed, “he [learned] obedience by the things which he suffered.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/if-ye-love-me-keep-my-commandments?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

The Prophet Joseph Smith The Prophet Joseph Smith

Lawrence E. Corbridge April 2014

More than having a mere passive belief in Christ, we should “look unto [Him] in every thought,” “do all that [we do] in the name of the Son,” and “always remember him and keep his commandments … that [we] may always have his Spirit to be with [us].”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/the-prophet-joseph-smith?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

Daughters in the Covenant Daughters in the Covenant

Henry B. Eyring April 2014

We don’t know all the help Eve was to Adam and to their family.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/daughters-in-the-covenant?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

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

Richard G. Scott October 2013

The joyful news for anyone who desires to be rid of the consequences of past poor choices is that the Lord sees weaknesses differently than He does rebellion.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/personal-strength-through-the-atonement-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

Craig A. Cardon April 2013

No one need suppose that this forgiveness comes without repentance.

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

We Believe in Being Chaste We Believe in Being Chaste

David A. Bednar April 2013

To some degree, the natural man described by King Benjamin is alive and well in each of us (see Mosiah 3:19).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/we-believe-in-being-chaste?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

Stand Strong in Holy Places Stand Strong in Holy Places

Robert D. Hales April 2013

Young men, your fathers and grandfathers never faced the temptations that you face on a regular basis.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/stand-strong-in-holy-places?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Obedience to Law Is Liberty Obedience to Law Is Liberty

L. Tom Perry April 2013

Perhaps it is because we have a revealed knowledge of our premortal history.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/obedience-to-law-is-liberty?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

What Shall a Man Give in Exchange for His Soul? What Shall a Man Give in Exchange for His Soul?

Robert C. Gay October 2012

Today it is so easy to get caught up in the noise of the world—despite our good intentions.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/10/what-shall-a-man-give-in-exchange-for-his-soul?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

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?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/10/where-is-the-pavilion?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Willing and Worthy to Serve Willing and Worthy to Serve

Thomas S. Monson April 2012

Let us learn and contemplate our duty.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/willing-and-worthy-to-serve?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

The Merciful Obtain Mercy The Merciful Obtain Mercy

Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2012

Strained and broken relationships are as old as humankind itself.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/the-merciful-obtain-mercy?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

Children Children

Neil L. Andersen October 2011

It was not in the Garden of Eden that Adam and Eve bore their first child.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/children?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

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

Robert D. Hales October 2011

His preparation began in the premortal life as He waited upon His Father, saying, “Thy will be done, and the glory be thine forever.” Beginning in that moment and continuing today, He exercises His agency to accept and carry out our Heavenly Father’s plan.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/waiting-upon-the-lord-thy-will-be-done?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

The Sabbath and the Sacrament The Sabbath and the Sacrament

L. Tom Perry April 2011

The pattern of Sabbath day observance must always include worship.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/04/the-sabbath-and-the-sacrament?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

LDS Women Are Incredible! LDS Women Are Incredible!

Quentin L. Cook April 2011

I was not surprised by this result, particularly as I reflected on the preeminent role of families and women in our faith.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/04/lds-women-are-incredible?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

Guided by the Holy Spirit Guided by the Holy Spirit

Boyd K. Packer April 2011

In the Church every ordinance is done by the authority of and in the name of Jesus Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/04/guided-by-the-holy-spirit?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

Agency: Essential to the Plan of Life Agency: Essential to the Plan of Life

Robert D. Hales October 2010

After Heavenly Father presented His plan, Lucifer stepped forward, saying, “Send me, … and I will redeem all mankind, that [not even] one soul shall … be lost … ; wherefore give me thine honor.” This plan was rejected by our Father, for it would have denied us our agency.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/agency-essential-to-the-plan-of-life?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

Pride and the Priesthood Pride and the Priesthood

Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2010

In this, as in all things, Jesus Christ is our perfect example.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/pride-and-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

O That Cunning Plan of the Evil One O That Cunning Plan of the Evil One

M. Russell Ballard October 2010

“And he became Satan, yea, even the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will” (Moses 4:3–4).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/o-that-cunning-plan-of-the-evil-one?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

Steadfast and Immovable Steadfast and Immovable

Silvia H. Allred October 2010

“And he gave unto them commandments, that they should worship the Lord their God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/steadfast-and-immovable?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

That Your Burdens May Be Light That Your Burdens May Be Light

L. Whitney Clayton October 2009

First, Adam was told, “Cursed shall be the ground for thy sake,” which meant for his benefit, and “by the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread.” Work is a continual burden, but it is also a continual blessing “for [our] sake,” for it teaches lessons we can learn only “by the sweat of [our] face.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/that-your-burdens-may-be-light?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Seeking to Know God, Our Heavenly Father, and His Son, Jesus Christ Seeking to Know God, Our Heavenly Father, and His Son, Jesus Christ

Robert D. Hales October 2009

We also know that the Father and the Son have voices.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/seeking-to-know-god-our-heavenly-father-and-his-son-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

I Love Loud Boys I Love Loud Boys

Yoon Hwan Choi October 2009

These nine boys—I call them the “Boys of the Lord”—learned that they would be blessed when they listened to the Church leaders, even though they didn’t always understand why.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/i-love-loud-boys?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

Two Principles for Any Economy Two Principles for Any Economy

Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2009

How I admire men, women, and children who know how to work!

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/two-principles-for-any-economy?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

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.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/04/lessons-from-the-lords-prayers?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

The Ministry of Angels The Ministry of Angels

Jeffrey R. Holland October 2008

When Adam and Eve willingly stepped into mortality, they knew this telestial world would contain thorns and thistles and troubles of every kind.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/the-ministry-of-angels?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Honor the Priesthood and Use It Well Honor the Priesthood and Use It Well

Richard G. Scott October 2008

By divine design a woman is fundamentally different from a man in many ways.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/honor-the-priesthood-and-use-it-well?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

God Loves and Helps All of His Children God Loves and Helps All of His Children

Keith B. McMullin October 2008

To provide for others in the Lord’s way, we strive to care for ourselves and sacrifice to help those in need.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/god-loves-and-helps-all-of-his-children?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Celestial Marriage Celestial Marriage

Russell M. Nelson October 2008

God’s plan of happiness allows us to choose for ourselves.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/celestial-marriage?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

Testimony Testimony

Dallin H. Oaks April 2008

Perhaps the puzzle some feel can be explained by the reality that each of us has two different channels to God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/04/testimony?lang=eng&id=p31#p31

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

John M. Madsen April 2008

We proclaim and the scriptures confirm that He was and is Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God; that He “came into the world … to be crucified for the world, and to bear the sins of the world, and to sanctify the world, and to cleanse it from all unrighteousness” “that salvation might come unto the children of men even through faith on his name”; that as a youth He “increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man”; that He “grew up with his brethren, and waxed strong, and w...

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/04/a-12-year-old-deacon?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Out of Small Things Out of Small Things

Michael J. Teh October 2007

One of the oldest and most profound questions uttered in the history of this earth was, most interestingly, asked by Cain in response to God’s inquiry soon after Cain slew his brother Abel: “Am I my brother’s keeper?” This question deserves serious contemplation by those seeking to do the will of the Lord.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/10/out-of-small-things?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Mothers Who Know Mothers Who Know

Julie B. Beck October 2007

Faithful daughters of God desire children.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/10/mothers-who-know?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

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

Robert D. Hales October 2007

For all of us, our personal revelations reflect the pattern of revelation received by prophets, as recounted in the scriptures.

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

Repentance and Conversion Repentance and Conversion

Russell M. Nelson April 2007

The doctrine of repentance is as old as the gospel itself.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/04/repentance-and-conversion?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

True to Our Priesthood Trust True to Our Priesthood Trust

Thomas S. Monson October 2006

Brethren, let us learn our duties.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/true-to-our-priesthood-trust?lang=eng&id=p44#p44

The Plan of Salvation The Plan of Salvation

L. Tom Perry October 2006

We first heard about the plan of salvation before we were born, in what the scriptures call our first estate (see Abraham 3:26).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/the-plan-of-salvation?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

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

But Satan opposed God and His plan, saying, “I will redeem all mankind … ; wherefore give me thine honor.” “Wherefore, because … Satan rebelled against me, and sought to destroy the agency of man, which I, the Lord God, had given him, … I caused that he should be cast down.” “And, at that day, many followed after him.” Indeed, “a third part of the hosts of heaven” used their agency to reject God’s plan.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/to-act-for-ourselves-the-gift-and-blessings-of-agency?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

The Gift of Agency The Gift of Agency

Wolfgang H. Paul April 2006

Our great example, the Lord Jesus Christ, set the perfect example for all of us as to how to use our agency.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/the-gift-of-agency?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

As Now We Take the Sacrament As Now We Take the Sacrament

L. Tom Perry April 2006

“And then the angel spake, saying: This thing is a similitude of the sacrifice of the Only Begotten of the Father, which is full of grace and truth” (Moses 5:5–7).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/as-now-we-take-the-sacrament?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

The Restoration of All Things The Restoration of All Things

James E. Faust April 2006

Prior to the Restoration, the heavens had been closed for centuries.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/the-restoration-of-all-things?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

The Great Plan of Happiness The Great Plan of Happiness

Earl C. Tingey April 2006

Adam said, “For because of my transgression my eyes are opened, and in this life I shall have joy, and again in the flesh I shall see God.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/the-great-plan-of-happiness?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

A Pattern for All A Pattern for All

Merrill J. Bateman October 2005

The Father’s plan of life, with its central focus on Christ’s Atonement, was prepared before the foundation of the world (see Abraham 3:22–28; Alma 13:3).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/10/a-pattern-for-all?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

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

Lynn G. Robbins April 2005

Because the natural man tends to hoard or consume everything, the Lord wisely commanded ancient Israel to sacrifice not the last and poorest of the flock, but the firstlings—not the leftovers of the field, but the firstfruits (see Deuteronomy 26:2; Mosiah 2:3; Moses 5:5).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/04/tithing-a-commandment-even-for-the-destitute?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Be Not Deceived Be Not Deceived

Dallin H. Oaks October 2004

In the beginning, when a powerful spirit was cast down for rebellion, “he became Satan, … the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will” (Moses 4:4).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/be-not-deceived?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

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

Robert D. Hales October 2004

“And in that day the Holy Ghost fell upon Adam, which beareth record of the Father and the Son, saying: I am the Only Begotten of the Father from the beginning, … that as thou hast fallen thou mayest be redeemed.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/finding-faith-in-the-lord-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee

Keith B. McMullin April 2004

For example, the Lord’s life did not begin in Bethlehem, and ours did not begin at birth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/jesus-the-very-thought-of-thee?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

A “Mother Heart” A “Mother Heart”

Julie B. Beck April 2004

Every girl and woman who makes and keeps sacred covenants can have a mother heart.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/a-mother-heart?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

The Atonement: All for All The Atonement: All for All

Bruce C. Hafen April 2004

What possible pearl could be worth such a price—for Him and for us?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/the-atonement-all-for-all?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

The Atonement, Repentance, and Dirty Linen The Atonement, Repentance, and Dirty Linen

Lynn A. Mickelsen October 2003

This is not to say that sin should be covered, although that is the natural impulse of anyone who commits a sin.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/the-atonement-repentance-and-dirty-linen?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

The Clarion Call of Prophets The Clarion Call of Prophets

Shirley D. Christensen October 2003

“And Adam and Eve blessed the name of God, and they made all things known unto their sons and their daughters” (Moses 5:10–12).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/the-clarion-call-of-prophets?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Repentance and Change Repentance and Change

Dallin H. Oaks October 2003

The gospel plan is based on individual responsibility.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/repentance-and-change?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

The Message of the Restoration The Message of the Restoration

Charles Didier October 2003

The time line of religious history starts with the Bible.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/the-message-of-the-restoration?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Sweet Power of Prayer Sweet Power of Prayer

Russell M. Nelson April 2003

Jesus taught us how.

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

The Importance of the Family The Importance of the Family

L. Tom Perry April 2003

“And Adam and Eve blessed the name of God, and they made all things known unto their sons and their daughters.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/04/the-importance-of-the-family?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

War and Peace War and Peace

Gordon B. Hinckley April 2003

Isaiah speaks further concerning that great conflict (see Isaiah 14:12–20).

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

Called of God Called of God

L. Tom Perry October 2002

“And he gave unto them commandments, that they should worship the Lord their God, and should offer the firstlings of their flocks, for an offering unto the Lord.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/called-of-god?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

What’s in It for Me? What’s in It for Me?

James E. Faust October 2002

In the Grand Council in Heaven, when the great plan of salvation for God’s children was presented, Jesus responded, “Here am I, send me,” and “Father, thy will be done, and the glory be thine forever.” And thus He became our Savior.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/whats-in-it-for-me?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

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.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/called-to-serve?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

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

Russell M. Nelson October 2002

That prophecy echoes an earlier scriptural account of the second generation of human life upon the earth: “In those days Satan had great dominion among men, and raged in their hearts; and from thenceforth came wars and bloodshed; and a man’s hand was against his own brother, in … seeking for power.” From the days of Cain and Abel, Esau and Jacob, and Joseph who was sold into Egypt, the flames of hostility have been fueled by family feuding.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/blessed-are-the-peacemakers?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Come to Zion! Come to Zion! Come to Zion! Come to Zion!

Keith B. McMullin October 2002

Next is work.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/come-to-zion-come-to-zion?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

The Lifeline of Prayer The Lifeline of Prayer

James E. Faust April 2002

When God placed man on the earth, prayer became the lifeline between mankind and God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/04/the-lifeline-of-prayer?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

The Other Prodigal The Other Prodigal

Jeffrey R. Holland April 2002

Who is it that whispers so subtly in our ear that a gift given to another somehow diminishes the blessings we have received?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/04/the-other-prodigal?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Out of Darkness into His Marvelous Light Out of Darkness into His Marvelous Light

Robert D. Hales April 2002

And in this world, the darkness is never far away.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/04/out-of-darkness-into-his-marvelous-light?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

How Firm Our Foundation How Firm Our Foundation

Russell M. Nelson April 2002

Central to that plan was the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/04/how-firm-our-foundation?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

It Is Not Good for Man or Woman to Be Alone It Is Not Good for Man or Woman to Be Alone

Sheri L. Dew October 2001

These truths about the divinely appointed stewardships of men and women are largely lost on the world today.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/it-is-not-good-for-man-or-woman-to-be-alone?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Our Father’s Plan Our Father’s Plan

Christoffel Golden Jr. October 2001

Jesus Christ, as the chosen of the Father from the beginning, possessed all the qualifications and attributes required to harmonize the laws of justice and mercy through His Atonement.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/our-fathers-plan?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

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

Neal A. Maxwell October 2001

The influential tendencies of the natural man are unfriendly to the seventh commandment, and these involve the self-damaging “carnal, sensual, [and] devilish” (Mosiah 16:3; see also Mosiah 3:19; Moses 5:13).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/the-seventh-commandment-a-shield?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

Are We Not All Mothers? Are We Not All Mothers?

Sheri L. Dew October 2001

When we understand the magnitude of motherhood, it becomes clear why prophets have been so protective of woman’s most sacred role.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/10/are-we-not-all-mothers?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

First Things First First Things First

Richard G. Scott April 2001

After Adam was placed on earth, God said, “Let us make an help meet for the man, for it is not good that the man should be alone” (Abr.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/first-things-first?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Living by Scriptural Guidance Living by Scriptural Guidance

Russell M. Nelson October 2000

Achieving scriptural guidance is aided by posing pertinent questions.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/10/living-by-scriptural-guidance?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

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

Richard G. Scott October 2000

Repentance is not optional.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/10/the-path-to-peace-and-joy?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

The Enemy Within The Enemy Within

James E. Faust October 2000

Even before the world began, a great war in heaven commenced between the forces of good and evil.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/10/the-enemy-within?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Finding a Safe Harbor Finding a Safe Harbor

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 2000

The question Cain asked of the Lord, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” has been answered by prophets in these latter days.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/finding-a-safe-harbor?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

What It Means to Be a Daughter of God What It Means to Be a Daughter of God

James E. Faust October 1999

We all owe a great debt of gratitude to Eve.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/10/what-it-means-to-be-a-daughter-of-god?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

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

Neal A. Maxwell April 1999

Unsurprisingly, therefore, selfishness leads to terrible perceptual and behavioral blunders.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/repent-of-our-selfishness-d-c-56-8?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

Strengthening Families: Our Sacred Duty Strengthening Families: Our Sacred Duty

Robert D. Hales April 1999

The importance of spiritually strengthening families is taught clearly in the scriptures.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/strengthening-families-our-sacred-duty?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Inspired Church Welfare Inspired Church Welfare

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1999

Second, from the beginning God has commanded us to work and has warned us against idleness.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/inspired-church-welfare?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

“Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart” “Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart”

James E. Faust April 1998

All of this, of course, did not begin with our generation.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1998/04/search-me-o-god-and-know-my-heart?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

“Put Your Shoulder to the Wheel” “Put Your Shoulder to the Wheel”

Neal A. Maxwell April 1998

Our Heavenly Father has described His vast plan for His children by saying, “Behold, this is my work and my glory—to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man” (Moses 1:39; emphasis added).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1998/04/put-your-shoulder-to-the-wheel?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Covenant Marriage Covenant Marriage

Bruce C. Hafen October 1996

Still, the ground was cursed for their sake: their path of affliction also led to the joy of both redemption and comprehension.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/10/covenant-marriage?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

The Atonement The Atonement

Russell M. Nelson October 1996

Adam and Eve, as mortal beings, were instructed to “worship the Lord their God, and … offer the firstlings of their flocks, for an offering unto the Lord.” They were further instructed that “the life of the flesh is in the blood: … for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.” Probation, procreation, and aging were all components of—and physical death was essential to—God’s “great plan of happiness.”

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/10/the-atonement?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

The Eternal Family The Eternal Family

Robert D. Hales October 1996

“And thus all things were confirmed unto Adam, by an holy ordinance, and the Gospel preached, and a decree sent forth, that it should be in the world, until the end thereof; and thus it was” (Moses 5:59).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/10/the-eternal-family?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

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

Richard G. Scott October 1996

You can learn how to be more effective parents by studying the lives of Adam and Eve.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/10/the-joy-of-living-the-great-plan-of-happiness?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

“The Peaceable Things of the Kingdom” “The Peaceable Things of the Kingdom”

Jeffrey R. Holland October 1996

A life without problems or limitations or challenges—life without “opposition in all things,” as Lehi phrased it—would paradoxically but in very fact be less rewarding and less ennobling than one which confronts—even frequently confronts—difficulty and disappointment and sorrow.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/10/the-peaceable-things-of-the-kingdom?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper

L. Tom Perry April 1996

Our Father in Heaven understood the need for His children to be reminded of the promises He has made to us if we would obey His laws.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/04/sacrament-of-the-lords-supper?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

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

Jeffrey R. Holland October 1995

The setting was Jerusalem.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/this-do-in-remembrance-of-me?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Eternal Laws of Happiness Eternal Laws of Happiness

Lynn A. Mickelsen October 1995

While teaching at BYU in 1978, Brother Dennis Rasmussen applied and was selected to study at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/eternal-laws-of-happiness?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Perfection Pending Perfection Pending

Russell M. Nelson October 1995

The Lord’s entire work and glory pertains to the immortality and eternal life of each human being.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/perfection-pending?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

An Elect Lady An Elect Lady

L. Tom Perry April 1995

Adam learned that the bonds of marriage are stronger than any other family bond.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/04/an-elect-lady?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

My Brother’s Keeper My Brother’s Keeper

Thomas S. Monson October 1994

“And the Lord said unto Cain, Where is Abel thy brother?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/my-brothers-keeper?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

Being a Righteous Husband and Father Being a Righteous Husband and Father

Howard W. Hunter October 1994

A man who holds the priesthood accepts his wife as a partner in the leadership of the home and family with full knowledge of and full participation in all decisions relating thereto.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/being-a-righteous-husband-and-father?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Deep Roots Deep Roots

Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1994

Jesus Christ is infinitely more than a great teacher and philosopher.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/deep-roots?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

The Spirit of Elijah The Spirit of Elijah

Russell M. Nelson October 1994

For whom will such temple work be efficacious?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/the-spirit-of-elijah?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

“Therefore I Was Taught” “Therefore I Was Taught”

L. Tom Perry April 1994

“And Adam and Eve blessed the name of God, and they made all things known unto their sons and their daughters” (Moses 5:10–12).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/therefore-i-was-taught?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

Remember Your Covenants Remember Your Covenants

Charles Didier April 1994

This union is solemnized by the authority of the everlasting priesthood in a holy and sacred ordinance, the temple sealing.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/remember-your-covenants?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

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

Robert D. Hales April 1994

Jesus Christ presented his Father’s eternal plan, that plan of which we are all part.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/the-unique-message-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

“From the Beginning” “From the Beginning”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1993

“And thus all things were confirmed unto Adam, by an holy ordinance” (Moses 5:58–59; emphasis added).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/10/from-the-beginning?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

For Time and All Eternity For Time and All Eternity

Boyd K. Packer October 1993

The adversary rebelled and adopted a plan of his own.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/10/for-time-and-all-eternity?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Constancy amid Change Constancy amid Change

Russell M. Nelson October 1993

Adam and Eve were the first people to live upon the earth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/10/constancy-amid-change?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

“The Great Plan of Happiness” “The Great Plan of Happiness”

Dallin H. Oaks October 1993

Modern revelation shows that our first parents understood the necessity of the Fall.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/10/the-great-plan-of-happiness?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

The Principle of Work The Principle of Work

F. David Stanley April 1993

More than 6,000 years ago, father Adam received the commandment, “In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread” (Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/the-principle-of-work?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

“Behold, the Enemy Is Combined” (D&C 38:12) “Behold, the Enemy Is Combined” (D&C 38:12)

Neal A. Maxwell April 1993

Lasciviousness wrongly celebrates the capacity to feel, so that people lose their capacity to feel!

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/behold-the-enemy-is-combined-d-c-38-12?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

“My Servant Joseph” “My Servant Joseph”

Neal A. Maxwell April 1992

Joseph Smith lit up life’s landscape, brethren, so that we can see “things as they really are, and … really will be” (Jacob 4:13).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/04/my-servant-joseph?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

Fruits of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ Fruits of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ

Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1991

The Word of Wisdom was revealed to the Prophet Joseph Smith in 1833.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/fruits-of-the-restored-gospel-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

The Lord’s Day The Lord’s Day

James E. Faust October 1991

The third reason may be the most important of the three.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/the-lords-day?lang=eng&id=p32#p32

Joy and Mercy Joy and Mercy

Dallin H. Oaks October 1991

Our first parents recognized this principle.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/joy-and-mercy?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Daughters of God Daughters of God

Gordon B. Hinckley October 1991

Now, Virginia, you call attention to the statement in the scriptures that Adam should rule over Eve.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/10/daughters-of-god?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

Repentance Repentance

F. Burton Howard April 1991

Cain blamed God when his sacrifice was not accepted.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/04/repentance?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

The Savior and Joseph Smith—Alike Yet Unlike The Savior and Joseph Smith—Alike Yet Unlike

Francis M. Gibbons April 1991

Their births were foreseen long in advance.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/04/the-savior-and-joseph-smith-alike-yet-unlike?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

A Crown of Thorns, a Crown of Glory A Crown of Thorns, a Crown of Glory

James E. Faust April 1991

My beloved brothers and sisters and friends, today I wish to speak of thorns, briars, slivers, and a crown of thorns.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/04/a-crown-of-thorns-a-crown-of-glory?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

Put Off the Natural Man, and Come Off Conqueror Put Off the Natural Man, and Come Off Conqueror

Neal A. Maxwell October 1990

Jesus put everything on the altar without fanfare or bargaining.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/put-off-the-natural-man-and-come-off-conqueror?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

Witnesses of Christ Witnesses of Christ

Dallin H. Oaks October 1990

In the beginning, God commanded Adam, “Thou shalt do all that thou doest in the name of the Son, and thou shalt repent and call upon God in the name of the Son forevermore” (Moses 5:8).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/witnesses-of-christ?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Choices Choices

Russell M. Nelson October 1990

That precious privilege of choice—man’s agency—was decreed before the world was created (see D&C 93:29–31).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/choices?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

The Resurrection The Resurrection

Hartman Rector, Jr. October 1990

Continue to repent (see Moses 5:8).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/the-resurrection?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

“Endure It Well” “Endure It Well”

Neal A. Maxwell April 1990

“The Lord showed unto Enoch all the inhabitants of the earth; and he beheld, and lo, Zion, in process of time, was taken up into heaven” (Moses 7:21; see also D&C 38:13; Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/04/endure-it-well?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

My Brother’s Keeper My Brother’s Keeper

Thomas S. Monson April 1990

Joy turns to sadness as we learn of Abel’s tragic death at the hands of his brother Cain.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/04/my-brothers-keeper?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

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

Marvin J. Ashton April 1990

We would all do well to take a lesson from the Savior, who repeatedly acknowledged and gave credit to the Father in all things.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/04/neither-boast-of-faith-nor-of-mighty-works?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

World Peace World Peace

Dallin H. Oaks April 1990

All of these slaughters, and others like them, were rooted in the ancient wickedness Satan taught—that a man could murder to get gain (see Moses 5:30–31).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/04/world-peace?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

Woman—Of Infinite Worth Woman—Of Infinite Worth

Russell M. Nelson October 1989

Important lessons about her divine mission may be learned from women of the scriptures.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/10/woman-of-infinite-worth?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

“An Eye Single to the Glory of God” “An Eye Single to the Glory of God”

Marlin K. Jensen October 1989

The temptation to seek personal recognition and reward from our service to others is ever-present.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/10/an-eye-single-to-the-glory-of-god?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

“Murmur Not” “Murmur Not”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1989

An early scriptural instance of murmuring involved Cain’s offering to the Lord, illustrating how our intentions are at least as important as our deeds.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/10/murmur-not?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

A Word of Benediction A Word of Benediction

Gordon B. Hinckley October 1989

May I say concerning this great Tabernacle Choir, which has sung for us today, that it has become an institution in the Church and has become, as expressed by a great national leader, a national treasure.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/10/a-word-of-benediction?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Beware of Pride Beware of Pride

Ezra Taft Benson April 1989

In the premortal council, it was pride that felled Lucifer, “a son of the morning.” (2 Ne.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/beware-of-pride?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Seeds of Renewal Seeds of Renewal

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1989

The remarks of President J.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/seeds-of-renewal?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

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

Neal A. Maxwell April 1989

Furthermore, even after treading the winepress alone (see D&C 76:107), which ended in His stunning, personal triumph and in the greatest victory ever—majestic Jesus meekly declared, “Glory be to the Father”!

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/irony-the-crust-on-the-bread-of-adversity?lang=eng&id=p46#p46

The Canker of Contention The Canker of Contention

Russell M. Nelson April 1989

“Behold, here am I, send me, I will be thy son, and I will redeem all mankind, that one soul shall not be lost, and surely I will do it; wherefore give me thine honor.” (Moses 4:1.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/the-canker-of-contention?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Addiction or Freedom Addiction or Freedom

Russell M. Nelson October 1988

Agency, or the power to choose, was ours as spirit children of our Creator before the world was.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/10/addiction-or-freedom?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

Christlike Communications Christlike Communications

L. Lionel Kendrick October 1988

Satan introduced the first recorded communications problem in the form of lying in his conversation with Eve.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/10/christlike-communications?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

“Answer Me” “Answer Me”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1988

Why do some of our youth risk engaging in ritual prodigalism, intending to spend a season rebelling and acting out in Babylon and succumbing to that devilishly democratic “everybody does it”?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/10/answer-me?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

I Testify I Testify

Ezra Taft Benson October 1988

I testify that Lucifer was also in the council of heaven.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/10/i-testify?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Never Give Up Never Give Up

Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1987

From the time of the premortal council, in which Jesus became the Christ, the Messiah, the Savior of all mankind, through his millennial reign, he has and will persevere in perfection, doing all that his Father commanded.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/never-give-up?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

“Yet Thou Art There” “Yet Thou Art There”

Neal A. Maxwell October 1987

Even given our unprofitability, our Redeemer is still there.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/yet-thou-art-there?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

“The Great Imitator” “The Great Imitator”

James E. Faust October 1987

We just recently heard President Ernest LeRoy Hatch of the Guatemala City Temple say, “The devil is not smart because he is the devil; he is smart because he is old.” Indeed, the devil is old, and he was not always the devil.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/the-great-imitator?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Lessons from Eve Lessons from Eve

Russell M. Nelson October 1987

Adam and Eve were joined together in marriage for time and for all eternity by the power of that everlasting priesthood (see Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/lessons-from-eve?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

Life after Life Life after Life

Russell M. Nelson April 1987

“Yes,” the mother replied.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/04/life-after-life?lang=eng&id=p37#p37

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

Neal A. Maxwell April 1987

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

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/04/overcome-even-as-i-also-overcame?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

“Brother’s Keeper” “Brother’s Keeper”

Dallin H. Oaks October 1986

One of the consequences of mortality is the necessity of earning our daily bread (see Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/10/brothers-keeper?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Spiritual Crevasses Spiritual Crevasses

David B. Haight October 1986

When Satan was cast down to earth with his innumerable hosts, he became “the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive … , even as many as would not hearken unto my voice” (Moses 4:4).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/10/spiritual-crevasses?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

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

Neal A. Maxwell April 1986

These tremendous discoveries likewise show us that the gospel of Jesus Christ was taught and its ordinances administered in Adam’s time, in the dawn of human history.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/called-and-prepared-from-the-foundation-of-the-world?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

The Call of Duty The Call of Duty

Thomas S. Monson April 1986

We will discover He is more than the Babe in Bethlehem, more than the carpenter’s son, more than the greatest teacher ever to live.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/the-call-of-duty?lang=eng&id=p54#p54

“And Why Call Ye Me, Lord, Lord, and Do Not the Things Which I Say?” “And Why Call Ye Me, Lord, Lord, and Do Not the Things Which I Say?”

L. Tom Perry October 1984

“And he gave unto them commandments, that they should worship the Lord their God, and should offer the firstlings of their flocks, for an offering unto the Lord.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/10/and-why-call-ye-me-lord-lord-and-do-not-the-things-which-i-say?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

“Honour Thy Father and Thy Mother” “Honour Thy Father and Thy Mother”

Paul H. Dunn October 1983

To those who wonder if we have an obligation to bring these conclusions to pass, the Lord’s answer to Cain’s question, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” (see Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1983/10/honour-thy-father-and-thy-mother?lang=eng&id=p46#p46

Parents’ Concern for Children Parents’ Concern for Children

Howard W. Hunter October 1983

First, such a father or mother is not alone.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1983/10/parents-concern-for-children?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

Agency and Accountability Agency and Accountability

Elaine Cannon October 1983

Agency is an eternal principle and is implicit in the test of life.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1983/10/agency-and-accountability?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

“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

“Father, thy will be done, and the glory be thine forever.” (Moses 4:2.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/10/behold-my-beloved-son-in-whom-i-am-well-pleased?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Sailing Safely the Seas of Life Sailing Safely the Seas of Life

Thomas S. Monson April 1982

Yet, there are those who do not hear, who will not obey, who listen to the beat of a different drummer.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/04/sailing-safely-the-seas-of-life?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

The Value of Work The Value of Work

J. Richard Clarke April 1982

Work is a blessing from God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/04/the-value-of-work?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Work and Welfare: A Historical Perspective Work and Welfare: A Historical Perspective

Marion G. Romney April 1982

Church welfare principles have always been with us.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/04/work-and-welfare-a-historical-perspective?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

Opposition to the Work of God Opposition to the Work of God

Carlos E. Asay October 1981

Remember that there may be many questions for which we have no answers and that some things have to be accepted simply on faith.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1981/10/opposition-to-the-work-of-god?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

An Opportunity for Continual Learning An Opportunity for Continual Learning

Shirley W. Thomas October 1981

We are told in Moses 4:26 that Adam called his wife Eve because she was the mother of all living.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1981/10/an-opportunity-for-continual-learning?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

The Basic Principles of Church Welfare The Basic Principles of Church Welfare

Marion G. Romney April 1981

“First, every individual should value his or her independence and labor with all his might to maintain it by being self-sustaining.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1981/04/the-basic-principles-of-church-welfare?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Adam, the Archangel Adam, the Archangel

Mark E. Petersen October 1980

The plan of salvation, therefore, was instituted among these first human beings, Adam and Eve and their children.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/10/adam-the-archangel?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Prepare for the Days of Tribulation Prepare for the Days of Tribulation

Ezra Taft Benson October 1980

One of the first principles revealed to father Adam when he was driven out of the Garden of Eden was this: “In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground” (Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/10/prepare-for-the-days-of-tribulation?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

The Household of Faith The Household of Faith

J. Richard Clarke October 1980

“I know not, save the Lord commanded me” (Moses 5:6).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/10/the-household-of-faith?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

Welfare Services: Past, Present, and Future Welfare Services: Past, Present, and Future

Victor L. Brown April 1980

The eternal principles upon which welfare services exist today were given by the Lord at the time of Adam.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/welfare-services-past-present-and-future?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Maintaining Spirituality Maintaining Spirituality

Marion G. Romney October 1979

You will recall that Adam was taught the gospel by an angel (see Moses 5:6–8), and that thereafter “he was caught away by the Spirit of the Lord,” and was baptized and received the Holy Ghost.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/10/maintaining-spirituality?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

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

Marion G. Romney October 1979

“Wherefore,” he (the angel) added, “thou shalt do all that thou doest in the name of the Son, and thou shalt repent and call upon God in the name of the Son forevermore” (Moses 5:7–8).

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/10/faith-in-the-lord-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Following Christ to Victory Following Christ to Victory

Hartman Rector, Jr. April 1979

Receive the miracle with great humility.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/04/following-christ-to-victory?lang=eng&id=p38#p38

“What Think Ye of Christ?” “Whom Say Ye That I Am?” “What Think Ye of Christ?” “Whom Say Ye That I Am?”

Robert D. Hales April 1979

Jesus Christ presented his Father’s eternal plan, that plan of which we are all part.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/04/what-think-ye-of-christ-whom-say-ye-that-i-am?lang=eng&id=p32#p32

Stand Independent above All Other Creatures Stand Independent above All Other Creatures

Bruce R. McConkie April 1979

Thus, speaking of temporal things—of lands and houses and crops, of work and sweat and toil, of the man Adam eating his bread in the sweat of his face (see Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/04/stand-independent-above-all-other-creatures?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

Fundamental Welfare Services Fundamental Welfare Services

Marion G. Romney April 1979

“In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground,” the Lord said to our first parents (Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/04/fundamental-welfare-services?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Home Teaching—A Sacred Calling Home Teaching—A Sacred Calling

L. Tom Perry October 1978

“And Adam and Eve blessed the name of God, and they made all things known unto their sons and their daughters.” (Moses 5:1, 4–5, 12.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/10/home-teaching-a-sacred-calling?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

The Prayer of Faith The Prayer of Faith

Thomas S. Monson April 1978

In the very beginning, Father Adam was commanded, “Call upon God in the name of the Son forevermore.” (Moses 5:8.) Adam prayed.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/the-prayer-of-faith?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

“May the Kingdom of God Go Forth” “May the Kingdom of God Go Forth”

Ezra Taft Benson April 1978

Yes, there is a conspiracy of evil.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/may-the-kingdom-of-god-go-forth?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

Prayer and Revelation Prayer and Revelation

Marion G. Romney April 1978

“Thou shalt do all that thou doest in the name of the Son, and thou shalt repent and call upon God in the name of the Son forevermore.” (Moses 5:5–6, 8.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/prayer-and-revelation?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

“What Is Truth?” “What Is Truth?”

John H. Vandenberg April 1978

“And in that day the Holy Ghost fell upon Adam, which beareth record of the Father and the Son, saying: I am the Only Begotten of the Father from the beginning, henceforth and forever, that as thou hast fallen thou mayest be redeemed, and all mankind, even as many as will.” (Moses 5:4–9.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/what-is-truth?lang=eng&id=p49#p49

Becoming the Pure in Heart Becoming the Pure in Heart

Spencer W. Kimball April 1978

“No true Latter-day Saint, while physically or emotionally able, will voluntarily shift the burden of his own or his family’s well-being to someone else.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/becoming-the-pure-in-heart?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

The Tragic Cycle The Tragic Cycle

Marion G. Romney October 1977

“And Satan came among them, saying: … Believe it not; and they believed it not, and they loved Satan more than God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/10/the-tragic-cycle?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

Obeying the Right Voice Obeying the Right Voice

N. Eldon Tanner October 1977

“And after many days an angel of the Lord appeared unto Adam, saying: Why dost thou offer sacrifices unto the Lord?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/10/obeying-the-right-voice?lang=eng&id=p54#p54

Welfare Services: The Gospel in Action Welfare Services: The Gospel in Action

Spencer W. Kimball October 1977

Third is work.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/10/welfare-services-the-gospel-in-action?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

A Silver Lining A Silver Lining

Marion G. Romney April 1977

The first commandment He gave to Adam and Eve after they left the garden of Eden was “that they should worship the Lord their God.” (Moses 5:5.) The significance of this commandment underlies all the rest of His commandments.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/04/a-silver-lining?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

“We Believe in Being Honest” “We Believe in Being Honest”

Marion G. Romney October 1976

“And he became Satan, yea, even the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will, even as many as would not hearken unto my voice.” (Moses 4:3–4.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/10/we-believe-in-being-honest?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

“In Mine Own Way” “In Mine Own Way”

Marion G. Romney October 1976

The first principle of action in the Lord’s plan for our temporal salvation is, therefore, to take care of ourselves.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/10/in-mine-own-way?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

“An Honest Man—God’s Noblest Work” “An Honest Man—God’s Noblest Work”

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1976

Of course, falsehood is not new.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/an-honest-man-gods-noblest-work?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

The Right to Choose The Right to Choose

Henry D. Taylor April 1976

Then the Lord continued: “But, behold, my Beloved Son … said unto me—Father, thy will be done, and the glory be thine forever.” (Moses 4:1–2; italics added.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/the-right-to-choose?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

The Church Employment System The Church Employment System

H. Burke Peterson April 1976

Earning our own way and sustaining ourselves has been the way of life since Adam and Eve were instructed as they left the Garden of Eden, “In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground.” (Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/the-church-employment-system?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Prepare for Honorable Employment Prepare for Honorable Employment

Howard W. Hunter October 1975

It is interesting that the first recorded instruction given to Adam after the Fall, dealt with the eternal principle of work.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/10/prepare-for-honorable-employment?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

Welfare Services Welfare Services

Marion G. Romney October 1975

As Bishop Brown said, the Welfare Services Department of the Church comprises the three programs: the original welfare program, which he characterized as the production program, the personal services, and the health services.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/10/welfare-services?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

The Message of Easter The Message of Easter

Franklin D. Richards April 1975

“And Eve, his wife, heard all these things and was glad, saying: Were it not for our transgression we never should have had seed, and never should have known good and evil, and the joy of our redemption, and the eternal life which God giveth unto all the obedient.” (Moses 5:10–11.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/04/the-message-of-easter?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

Why Do We Continue to Tolerate Sin? Why Do We Continue to Tolerate Sin?

Spencer W. Kimball April 1975

Abraham knew that the cities of the plains—Sodom and Gomorrah and other places—were wicked cities, housing wicked, godless people, saying with Cain, “Who is the Lord that I should know him?” (Moses 5:16.) He was aware that destruction of those cities was imminent; but in his compassion for his fellowman, he begged and pleaded with the Lord, “Peradventure there be fifty righteous within the city,” will you spare the others of the city?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/04/why-do-we-continue-to-tolerate-sin?lang=eng&id=p31#p31

Power over Satan Power over Satan

ElRay L. Christiansen October 1974

“And he became Satan, yea, even the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will, even as many as would not hearken unto my voice.” (Moses 4:3–4.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/10/power-over-satan?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

A Testimony of Christ A Testimony of Christ

Joseph Anderson October 1974

In that previous existence we had our free agency.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/10/a-testimony-of-christ?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Is There Not a Cause? Is There Not a Cause?

Victor L. Brown October 1974

As a matter of fact, he declared war on all that is good and righteous before this world was.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/10/is-there-not-a-cause?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

My Personal Hall of Fame My Personal Hall of Fame

Thomas S. Monson October 1974

I nominate to the Hall of Fame the name of Adam, the first man to live upon the earth.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/10/my-personal-hall-of-fame?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Address Given by President Marion G. Romney at Welfare Services Meeting Saturday, October 5, 1974 Address Given by President Marion G. Romney at Welfare Services Meeting Saturday, October 5, 1974

Marion G. Romney October 1974

The obligation to sustain one’s self was divinely imposed upon the human race at the very beginning.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/10/welfare-services-romney?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

What Do We Hear? What Do We Hear?

Spencer W. Kimball April 1974

And from Adam we learned of the ultimate coming of the Son, Jehovah.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/04/what-do-we-hear?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

God Foreordains His Prophets and His People God Foreordains His Prophets and His People

Bruce R. McConkie April 1974

And hence comes the doctrine of foreordination.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/04/god-foreordains-his-prophets-and-his-people?lang=eng&id=p46#p46

The Holy Ghost The Holy Ghost

Marion G. Romney April 1974

One of the most important functions of the Holy Ghost is to testify of the Father and the Son.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/04/the-holy-ghost?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Missionary Work: A Major Responsibility Missionary Work: A Major Responsibility

Ezra Taft Benson April 1974

From the days of Father Adam to the days of the Prophet Joseph Smith and his successors, whenever the priesthood has been on the earth, a major responsibility has been the preaching of the saving, eternal principles of the gospel—the plan of salvation.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/04/missionary-work-a-major-responsibility?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

Hearken unto the Voice of God Hearken unto the Voice of God

Bernard P. Brockbank April 1974

“And he became Satan, yea, even the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will, even as many as would not hearken unto my voice.” (Moses 4:3–4.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/04/hearken-unto-the-voice-of-god?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

Understanding Who We Are Brings Self-Respect Understanding Who We Are Brings Self-Respect

Harold B. Lee October 1973

When we see one devoid of respect for himself, as indicated by his conduct, his outward appearance, his speech, and his utter disregard of the basic measures of decency, then certainly we are witnessing the frightening aspect of one over whom Satan has achieved a victory, as the Lord declared he would try to do “to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will … to destroy the agency of man.” (See Moses 4:1–4.) This is the fate of “even as many as would not hearken unto my vo...

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/understanding-who-we-are-brings-self-respect?lang=eng&id=p60#p60

Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer

Marion G. Romney October 1973

“And then the angel spake, saying: This thing is a similitude of the sacrifice of the Only Begotten of the Father.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/jesus-christ-our-redeemer?lang=eng&id=p94#p94

Opposition in Order to Strengthen Us Opposition in Order to Strengthen Us

Eldred G. Smith October 1973

In consequence thereof, the Lord declared to Adam: “… cursed shall be the ground for thy sake.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/opposition-in-order-to-strengthen-us?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Church Welfare—Some Fundamentals Church Welfare—Some Fundamentals

Marion G. Romney October 1973

“By the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, until thou shalt return unto the ground.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/church-welfare-some-fundamentals?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Obedience Obedience

N. Eldon Tanner October 1973

Adam, when asked why he offered sacrifice, said, “I know not, save the Lord commanded me.” (Moses 5:6.) That was enough for Adam, and he kept the commandments.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/obedience?lang=eng&id=p46#p46

The Agency of Man The Agency of Man

John H. Vandenberg April 1973

“And the Lord said: Whom shall I send?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/04/the-agency-of-man?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

“Thou Mayest Choose for Thyself” “Thou Mayest Choose for Thyself”

N. Eldon Tanner April 1973

“And he became Satan, yea, even the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will, even as many as would not hearken unto my voice.” (Moses 4:3–4.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/04/thou-mayest-choose-for-thyself?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

Power of Evil Power of Evil

David B. Haight April 1973

“And he became Satan, yea, even the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will, even as many as would not hearken unto my voice.” (Moses 4:3–4.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/04/power-of-evil?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

Magnifying One’s Calling in the Priesthood Magnifying One’s Calling in the Priesthood

Marion G. Romney April 1973

From the very beginning we have been instructed to pray.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/04/magnifying-ones-calling-in-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p48#p48

Man—A Child of God Man—A Child of God

Marion G. Romney April 1973

Adam, the first man, knew that he was a son of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/04/man-a-child-of-god?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

Hold Up Your Hands Hold Up Your Hands

Sterling W. Sill April 1973

The first question that Adam and Eve were asked to decide when they were placed in the Garden of Eden was whether or not they would eat the fruit from the tree of knowledge of good and evil.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/04/hold-up-your-hands?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Altar, Tent, Well Altar, Tent, Well

A. Theodore Tuttle October 1972

In the beginning the Lord decreed, “In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/10/altar-tent-well?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

Caring for the Poor and Needy Caring for the Poor and Needy

Marion G. Romney October 1972

The obligation of the receiver to labor, to the extent of his ability, to sustain himself and dependents, is just as great, in God’s economy, as is the obligation to contribute to the care of the needy.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/10/caring-for-the-poor-and-needy?lang=eng&id=p45#p45

Warnings from Outer Space Warnings from Outer Space

N. Eldon Tanner October 1972

“And in that day the Holy Ghost fell upon Adam, which beareth record of the Father and the Son, saying: I am the Only Begotten of the Father from the beginning, henceforth and forever, that as thou hast fallen thou mayest be redeemed, and all mankind, even as many as will.” (Moses 5:5–9.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/10/warnings-from-outer-space?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

Am I My Brother’s Keeper? Am I My Brother’s Keeper?

Henry D. Taylor April 1972

When the Lord inquired of Cain, “Where is Abel, thy brother?” Cain arrogantly replied with the question, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” (Moses 5:34.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/04/am-i-my-brothers-keeper?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

The Purpose of Life: To Be Proved The Purpose of Life: To Be Proved

Franklin D. Richards October 1971

When Adam was cast out of the Garden of Eden, he was told that “in the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground; for out of it wast thou taken.” (Gen.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/10/the-purpose-of-life-to-be-proved?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

The Ten Commandments The Ten Commandments

Bernard P. Brockbank October 1971

Satan has been permitted to have power over all men who worship false gods and over all who will not hear and follow the voice of God.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/10/the-ten-commandments?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

“Where Art Thou?” “Where Art Thou?”

N. Eldon Tanner October 1971

“And he became Satan, yea, even the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will, even as many as would not hearken unto my voice.” (Moses 4:3–4.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/10/where-art-thou?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

The Nobility of Man in Choosing Good over Evil The Nobility of Man in Choosing Good over Evil

Alvin R. Dyer October 1971

Soon after Adam and Eve, our first earthly parents, were driven from the Garden of Eden because of their yielding to temptation, they came to know the difference between right and wrong and good and evil, for thus the Lord declared: “… Behold, the man is become as one of us, to know good and evil.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/10/the-nobility-of-man-in-choosing-good-over-evil?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

Satan—The Great Deceiver Satan—The Great Deceiver

Marion G. Romney April 1971

Amplifying the truths revealed to Abraham, the Lord said to Moses: “That Satan, whom thou hast commanded in the name of mine Only Begotten, is the same which was from the beginning, and he came before me, saying—Behold, here am I, send me, I will be thy son, and I will redeem all mankind, that one soul shall not be lost, and surely I will do it; wherefore give me thine honor.” (Moses 4:1.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/04/satan-the-great-deceiver?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

My Brother’s Keeper My Brother’s Keeper

John H. Vandenberg April 1971

“And [the Lord] said, What hast thou done?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/04/my-brothers-keeper?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

All May Share in Adam’s Blessing All May Share in Adam’s Blessing

Eldred G. Smith April 1971

The Lord promised Adam that he would have a righteous seed which would last to the end of the earth, which is recorded in the Book of Moses: “And in that day the Holy Ghost fell upon Adam, which beareth record of the Father and the Son, saying: … as thou hast fallen thou mayest be redeemed, and all mankind, even as many as will.” (Moses 5:9.)

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/04/all-may-share-in-adams-blessing?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

Relevant conference talks

Ministering—“That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You” Ministering—“That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You”

Tithing—Putting God First Tithing—Putting God First

He Knows You by Name He Knows You by Name

Humble Souls at Altars Kneel Humble Souls at Altars Kneel

They Are Their Own Judges They Are Their Own Judges

Divine Helps for Mortality Divine Helps for Mortality

Beware the Second Temptation Beware the Second Temptation

The Triumph of Hope The Triumph of Hope

Trusting Our Father Trusting Our Father

The Joy of Our Redemption The Joy of Our Redemption

Seeking Answers to Spiritual Questions Seeking Answers to Spiritual Questions

Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow

The Words of Christ and the Holy Ghost Will Lead Us to the Truth The Words of Christ and the Holy Ghost Will Lead Us to the Truth

Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ

Be One with Christ Be One with Christ

Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ Swallowed Up in the Joy of Christ

It Is Wisdom in the Lord That We Should Have the Book of Mormon It Is Wisdom in the Lord That We Should Have the Book of Mormon

Eternal Truth Eternal Truth

Divine Parenting Lessons Divine Parenting Lessons

After the Fourth Day After the Fourth Day

In Partnership with the Lord In Partnership with the Lord

WeAre The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints WeAre The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Divine Love in the Father’s Plan Divine Love in the Father’s Plan

“Lovest Thou Me More Than These?” “Lovest Thou Me More Than These?”

To Be a Follower of Christ To Be a Follower of Christ

The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation

Room in the Inn Room in the Inn

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

United in Accomplishing God’s Work United in Accomplishing God’s Work

The Joy of the Saints The Joy of the Saints

Behold the Lamb of God Behold the Lamb of God

Look unto Jesus Christ Look unto Jesus Christ

We Can Do Better and Be Better We Can Do Better and Be Better

Good Shepherd, Lamb of God Good Shepherd, Lamb of God

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

Choose You This Day Choose You This Day

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

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

Return and Receive Return and Receive

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

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

Serve Serve

God Shall Wipe Away All Tears God Shall Wipe Away All Tears

What Shall We Do? What Shall We Do?

Opposition in All Things Opposition in All Things

Keep the Commandments Keep the Commandments

Why the Church Why the Church

Remembering in Whom We Have Trusted Remembering in Whom We Have Trusted

The Plan of Happiness The Plan of Happiness

Therefore They Hushed Their Fears Therefore They Hushed Their Fears

Why Marriage, Why Family Why Marriage, Why Family

Where Justice, Love, and Mercy Meet Where Justice, Love, and Mercy Meet

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

Be Fruitful, Multiply, and Subdue the Earth Be Fruitful, Multiply, and Subdue the Earth

Free Forever, to Act for Themselves Free Forever, to Act for Themselves

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

The Sacrament and the Atonement The Sacrament and the Atonement

Make the Exercise of Faith Your First Priority Make the Exercise of Faith Your First Priority

“I Have Given You an Example” “I Have Given You an Example”

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

The Prophet Joseph Smith The Prophet Joseph Smith

Daughters in the Covenant Daughters in the Covenant

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

The Savior Wants to Forgive The Savior Wants to Forgive

We Believe in Being Chaste We Believe in Being Chaste

Stand Strong in Holy Places Stand Strong in Holy Places

Obedience to Law Is Liberty Obedience to Law Is Liberty

What Shall a Man Give in Exchange for His Soul? What Shall a Man Give in Exchange for His Soul?

Where Is the Pavilion? Where Is the Pavilion?

Willing and Worthy to Serve Willing and Worthy to Serve

The Merciful Obtain Mercy The Merciful Obtain Mercy

Children Children

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

The Sabbath and the Sacrament The Sabbath and the Sacrament

LDS Women Are Incredible! LDS Women Are Incredible!

Guided by the Holy Spirit Guided by the Holy Spirit

Agency: Essential to the Plan of Life Agency: Essential to the Plan of Life

Pride and the Priesthood Pride and the Priesthood

O That Cunning Plan of the Evil One O That Cunning Plan of the Evil One