Be Prepared … Be Ye Strong from Henceforth

Keith B. McMullin · October 2005 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (2)

Let us turn our attention to the reasons or purposes for such calamities.

Inertia

William H. Bennett · April 1974 · Friday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (books 45)

The greatest loss of power that there is, is the loss that results from the failure of individuals to reach their potential.

Hosanna to the Most High God

Ronald A. Rasband · April 2023 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (3)

The ten virgins took their lamps and “went forth to meet the bridegroom.” Five were wise, prepared with oil in their lamps and some to spare, and five were foolish, lamps dark with no oil in reserve.

Are You Still Willing?

Kevin W. Pearson · October 2022 · Saturday Evening Session

Open paragraph (1)

Surely the Lord was thinking of our day as He taught the parable of the ten virgins.

Preparing for the Second Coming of Christ

Christoffel Golden · October 2021 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 45:57)

“‘For the Lord shall be in their midst, and his glory shall be upon them, and he will be their king and their lawgiver’ (Doctrine and Covenants 45:57–59).”

Watchful unto Prayer Continually

David A. Bednar · October 2019 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

that are wise and have received the truth, and have taken the Holy Spirit for their guide, and have not been deceived—verily I say unto you, they shall not be hewn down and cast into the fire, but shall abide the day.”

Be Not Troubled

Ronald A. Rasband · October 2018 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

that are wise and have received the truth, and have taken the Holy Spirit for their guide, and have not been deceived—verily I say unto you, they shall not be hewn down and cast into the fire, but shall abide the day.”

Take the Holy Spirit as Your Guide

Larry Y. Wilson · April 2018 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

Brothers and sisters, it is an extraordinary privilege to “have … the Holy Spirit for [our] guide,” as demonstrated by the following experience.

Exceeding Great and Precious Promises

David A. Bednar · October 2017 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

As we are wise and invite the Holy Spirit to be our guide, I promise He will teach us what is true.

The Beauty of Holiness

Carol F. McConkie · April 2017 · General Women’s Session

Open paragraph (2)

I see the beauty of holiness in sisters whose hearts are centered on all that is good, who want to become more like the Savior.

The Doctrine of Christ

Brian K. Ashton · October 2016 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (7)

As our constant companion, the Holy Ghost gives us additional power or strength to keep our covenants.

Beware Concerning Yourselves

Anthony D. Perkins · October 2012 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (1)

Third, worthily participating in ordinances prepares us to take “the Holy Spirit for [our] guide.” When the Savior warned, “Beware lest ye are deceived,” He promised we will not be if we “seek … earnestly the best gifts” of the Spirit.

Only upon the Principles of Righteousness

Larry Y. Wilson · April 2012 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

Mary had received answers to her prayers in other, earlier situations, and so we trusted that our daughter was developing this path of communication with heaven in her life.

That We May Always Have His Spirit to Be with Us

David A. Bednar · April 2006 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 45:57)

Taking “the Holy Spirit for [our] guide” (D&C 45:57) is possible and is essential for our spiritual growth and survival in an increasingly wicked world.

Be Not Deceived

Dallin H. Oaks · October 2004 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (D&C 45:57)

that are wise and have received the truth, and have taken the Holy Spirit for their guide, and have not been deceived—verily I say unto you, they shall not be hewn down and cast into the fire, but shall abide the day”

The Mighty Strength of the Relief Society

Thomas S. Monson · October 1997 · General Relief Society Meeting

Open paragraph (1)

The Holy Ghost will be your constant guide when difficult decisions are to be made.

The Lighthouse of the Lord

Thomas S. Monson · October 1990 · General Women’s Meeting

Open paragraph (D&C 45:57)

When you were confirmed a member of the Church, you received the right to the companionship of the Holy Ghost.

The Responsibility for Welfare Rests with Me and My Family

James E. Faust · April 1986 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 45:57)

The parable of the ten virgins, five wise and five foolish, has both a spiritual and a temporal application.

Civic Standards for the Faithful Saints

Ezra Taft Benson · April 1972 · Thursday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 45:57)

that are wise,” he said, “and have received the truth, and have taken the Holy Spirit for their guide, and have not been deceived—verily I say unto you, they shall not be hewn down and cast into the fire, but shall abide the day.”

Satan—The Great Deceiver

Marion G. Romney · April 1971 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 45:57)

“For the Lord shall be in their midst, and his glory shall be upon them, and he will be their king and their lawgiver.” (D&C 45:57–59.)