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

Ronald A. Rasband · October 2024 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Sustaining includes holding up our stake presidents and bishops, quorum and organization leaders, teachers, and even camp directors in our wards and stakes.

Bridging the Two Great Commandments

Gary E. Stevenson · April 2024 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Here Jesus bridges our heavenly upward gaze, to love the Lord, with our earthly outward gaze, to love our fellow men and women.

Ministering

Gerrit W. Gong · April 2023 · Saturday Morning Session

In Peru, Sister Gong and I met Salvador and his siblings.

Jesus Christ Is Relief

Camille N. Johnson · April 2023 · Sunday Morning Session

And so, like the friends of the man with palsy, we “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.” We “bear … one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.” As we do, we come to know Him, become like Him, and find His relief.

A Mighty Change of Heart:

Eduardo Gavarret · April 2022 · Saturday Morning Session

When we love and serve our neighbors by ministering activities and missionary work.

The Savior’s Abiding Compassion

Ulisses Soares · October 2021 · Saturday Morning Session

My dear friends, as we intentionally strive to incorporate a compassionate attitude into our way of life, as exemplified by the Savior, we will become more sensitive to people’s needs.

The Peace of Christ Abolishes Enmity

Dale G. Renlund · October 2021 · Sunday Morning Session

The pandemic is also a spiritual stress test for the Savior’s Church and its members.

God among Us

Dieter F. Uchtdorf · April 2021 · Saturday Morning Session

He invites us to be His hands, to go about doing good.

Poor Little Ones

Jorge T. Becerra · April 2021 · Saturday Afternoon Session

“Wherefore, be faithful; stand in the office which I have appointed unto you; succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees”

Thru Cloud and Sunshine, Lord, Abide with Me!

Reyna I. Aburto · October 2019 · Women’s Session

Your struggles do not define you, but they can refine you.

Precious Gifts from God

M. Russell Ballard · April 2018 · Saturday Morning Session

“be faithful; stand in the office which I have appointed unto you; succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.”

“Be With and Strengthen Them”

Jeffrey R. Holland · April 2018 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Brothers and sisters, I join with you in saluting every block teacher and ward teacher and home teacher and visiting teacher who has loved and served so faithfully throughout our history.

Refuge from the Storm

Patrick Kearon · April 2016 · Sunday Afternoon Session

The Savior knows how it feels to be a refugee—He was one.

The Comforter

Henry B. Eyring · April 2015 · General Women’s Session

As His witness, I extend gratitude for what you do so well to help the living Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Ghost, the Comforter, strengthen feeble knees and lift up hands that hang down.

On Being Genuine

Dieter F. Uchtdorf · April 2015 · General Priesthood Session

Brethren, this is our high and holy calling—to be agents of Jesus Christ, to love as He loved, to serve as He served, to “lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees,” to “look [after] the poor and the needy,” and to care for the widows and orphans.

Yes, Lord, I Will Follow Thee

Eduardo Gavarret · October 2014 · Saturday Afternoon Session

As an outward manifestation of that change, you will feel the strong desire to “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.”

Until We Meet Again

Thomas S. Monson · October 2014 · Sunday Afternoon Session

May we remember the elderly and those who are homebound.

The Joyful Burden of Discipleship

Ronald A. Rasband · April 2014 · Saturday Morning Session

Often we are given the opportunity to help others in their time of need.

Continually Holding Fast

Kevin S. Hamilton · October 2013 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Those of us who are members of God’s Church today have made covenants to follow Jesus Christ and to obey God’s commandments.

Four Titles

Dieter F. Uchtdorf · April 2013 · Priesthood Session

It is our job to build up, repair, strengthen, uplift, and make whole.

Abide in the Lord’s Territory!

Ulisses Soares · April 2012 · Saturday Afternoon Session

The African people have touched my heart because of their determination and diligence to stay in the Lord’s territory.

LDS Women Are Incredible!

Quentin L. Cook · April 2011 · Saturday Morning Session

Our women are not incredible because they have managed to avoid the difficulties of life—quite the opposite.

Opportunities to Do Good

Henry B. Eyring · April 2011 · Saturday Morning Session

I know that God the Father lives and hears our prayers.

The Sanctifying Work of Welfare

H. David Burton · April 2011 · Sunday Morning Session

Since the foundation of the world, the cloth of righteous societies has ever been woven from the golden threads of charity.

Because of Your Faith

Jeffrey R. Holland · October 2010 · Saturday Morning Session

I am grateful for Young Women leaders who go to girls camp and, without shampoo, showers, or mascara, turn smoky, campfire testimony meetings into some of the most riveting spiritual experiences those girls—or those leaders—will experience in their lifetime.

Serve with the Spirit

Henry B. Eyring · October 2010 · Priesthood Session

That is true whether we are called to teach the gospel by the Spirit or go with the Holy Ghost to those with feeble knees and hands that hang down.

And of Some Have Compassion, Making a Difference

Barbara Thompson · October 2010 · General Relief Society Meeting

The Savior has asked us to do the things which He has done, to bear one another’s burdens, to comfort those who need comfort, to mourn with those who mourn, to feed the hungry, visit the sick, to succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and to “teach one another the doctrine of the kingdom.” To me these words and actions describe visiting teachers—those who minister to others.

“You Are My Hands”

Dieter F. Uchtdorf · April 2010 · Sunday Morning Session

Christ did not just speak about love; He showed it each day of His life.

“Man Down!”

Henry B. Eyring · April 2009 · Priesthood Session

Now, you might object that Jacob was a prophet and you are not.

Happiness, Your Heritage

Dieter F. Uchtdorf · October 2008 · General Relief Society Meeting

Being compassionate is another great work of our Heavenly Father and a fundamental characteristic of who we are as a people.

Concern for the One

Joseph B. Wirthlin · April 2008 · Saturday Morning Session

When we show concern for those who are weary, we “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.” Caring Church leaders are mindful of individual limitations yet eager to utilize members to the extent of their strength and abilities.

Faith of Our Father

Dieter F. Uchtdorf · April 2008 · Sunday Morning Session

“be faithful; stand in the office which I have appointed unto you; succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.”

Out of Small Things

Michael J. Teh · October 2007 · Saturday Afternoon Session

As disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, we have a responsibility to care for and serve our brothers and sisters.

Prophets in the Land Again

Jeffrey R. Holland · October 2006 · Sunday Afternoon Session

As surely as the rescue of those in need was the general conference theme of October 1856, so too is it the theme of this conference and last conference and the one to come next spring.

Tender Hearts and Helping Hands

H. David Burton · April 2006 · Saturday Morning Session

The Savior asks us to “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.”

Broken Things to Mend

Jeffrey R. Holland · April 2006 · Sunday Morning Session

Following these most basic teachings, a splendor of connections to Christ opens up to us in multitudinous ways: prayer and fasting and meditation upon His purposes, savoring the scriptures, giving service to others, “succor[ing] the weak, lift[ing] up the hands which hang down, … strengthen[ing] the feeble knees.” Above all else, loving with “the pure love of Christ,” that gift that “never faileth,” that gift that “beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, [and] endureth al...

The Perpetual Education Fund

Gordon B. Hinckley · April 2001 · Priesthood Session

It is our solemn obligation, it is our certain responsibility, my brethren, to “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees” (D&C 81:5).

The Law of the Fast

Joseph B. Wirthlin · April 2001 · Sunday Afternoon Session

I know that Jesus the Christ lives.

The Tugs and Pulls of the World

Neal A. Maxwell · October 2000 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Actually, discipleship may keep the honors of the world from us.

“An High Priest of Good Things to Come”

Jeffrey R. Holland · October 1999 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Yet in my mind’s eye, for just an instant, I thought perhaps I saw on that side road an old car with a devoted young wife and two little children making the best of a bad situation there.

The Work Moves Forward

Gordon B. Hinckley · April 1999 · Saturday Morning Session

We are prone to speak of large numbers such as the total membership of the Church.

Inspired Church Welfare

Joseph B. Wirthlin · April 1999 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Brothers and sisters, the Savior, who set the pattern for us, is pleased with those who “remember in all things the poor and the needy, the sick and the afflicted.” He is pleased with those who hearken to His admonition to “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.”

“Woman, Why Weepest Thou?”

James E. Faust · October 1996 · Sunday Morning Session

To remain true and faithful through this mortal vale of tears, we must love God with all our heart, might, mind, and strength and love our neighbor as ourselves.

“Becometh As a Child”

Neal A. Maxwell · April 1996 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Therefore, brothers and sisters, quiet goodness must persevere, even when, as prophesied, a few actually rage in their anger against that which is good (see 2 Ne.

To Touch a Life with Faith

Henry B. Eyring · October 1995 · Priesthood Session

“‘Wherefore, be faithful; stand in the office which I have appointed unto you; succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees’

This Is the Work of the Master

Gordon B. Hinckley · April 1995 · Sunday Morning Session

“Wherefore, be faithful; stand in the office which I have appointed unto you; succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees”

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

Neal A. Maxwell · April 1993 · Sunday Afternoon Session

We can reach for “hands which hang down” even if some refuse our proffered hands of friendship (D&C 81:5).

“Born of Goodly Parents”

Dallas N. Archibald · October 1992 · Saturday Afternoon Session

The plea behind the words “Walk beside me, Help me find the way” is this: “Lift me.

Repentance

Neal A. Maxwell · October 1991 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Support from others is especially crucial now.

“Strengthen the Feeble Knees”

Marvin J. Ashton · October 1991 · Sunday Afternoon Session

“Wherefore, be faithful; stand in the office which I have appointed unto you; succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees”

“To Honor the Priesthood”

J. Richard Clarke · April 1991 · Priesthood Session

Brethren, we are the sons of God.

“Ye Have Done It unto Me”

Richard P. Lindsay · April 1990 · Saturday Morning Session

I pray that day by day we will strive more diligently to be about our Father’s business (see Luke 2:49); to love and to serve our fellowmen by feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, and comforting those that mourn (see Matt.

Blessed Are the Merciful

Gordon B. Hinckley · April 1990 · Sunday Morning Session

In that same vein the Lord in modern revelation has enjoined us, “Succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees” (D&C 81:5).

“Murmur Not”

Neal A. Maxwell · October 1989 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Instead of murmuring, therefore, being of good cheer is what is needed, and being of good cheer is equally contagious.

Beware of Pride

Ezra Taft Benson · April 1989 · Saturday Morning Session

We can choose to humble ourselves by conquering enmity toward our brothers and sisters, esteeming them as ourselves, and lifting them as high or higher than we are.

Magnify Your Calling

Gordon B. Hinckley · April 1989 · Priesthood Session

“Wherefore, be faithful; stand in the office which I have appointed unto you; succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.”

The Healing Power of Christ

Gordon B. Hinckley · October 1988 · Sunday Morning Session

The same healing spirit would do wonders for the sickness of our society.

Why Do We Serve?

Dallin H. Oaks · October 1984 · Saturday Morning Session

In latter-day revelation the Lord has commanded that we “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.” (D&C 81:5.) In another section of the Doctrine and Covenants, he instructed us to be “anxiously engaged in a good cause, and do many things of [our] own free will, and bring to pass much righteousness.” (D&C 58:27.) Holders of the Melchizedek Priesthood receive it upon a covenant to use its powers in the service of others.

To Forgive Is Divine

Theodore M. Burton · April 1983 · Sunday Afternoon Session

I would like to confine my remarks today to the principle of forgiveness as it applies to a person who has been disfellowshipped or excommunicated.

“A Brother Offended”

Neal A. Maxwell · April 1982 · Priesthood Session

Seventh, prevention is always better than rehabilitation.

Love Extends beyond Convenience

J. Richard Clarke · October 1981 · Welfare Session

The book describes the fascinating experience of those who accepted the challenge.

The Net Gathers of Every Kind

Neal A. Maxwell · October 1980 · Saturday Morning Session

Meanwhile, as we work together, we notice each other’s weaknesses.

The Role of a Bishop in the Church Welfare Program

Marion G. Romney · October 1979 · Welfare Session

There is only one common judge in each ward, only one man authorized to perceive the needs of the people, only one priesthood holder acting as the Lord’s representative to succor the feeble knees and hands that hang down (see D&C 81:5).

Grieve Not the Holy Spirit, Lest We Lose It

James A. Cullimore · April 1978 · Saturday Afternoon Session

“And if thou art faithful unto the end thou shalt have a crown of immortality, and eternal life in the mansions which I have prepared in the house of my Father.” (D&C 81:5–6.)

The Storehouse Resource System

J. Richard Clarke · April 1978 · General Welfare Session

A bishop’s ministry is blessed with joy-filled opportunity to “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees.” (D&C 81:5.) As the father of the ward, he is looked to for answers to a whole range of human problems:

Ministering to Needs through LDS Social Services

J. Richard Clarke · April 1977 · Welfare Services Session

As priesthood and Relief Society leaders, we are charged with the responsibility of helping members who suffer from these social and emotional problems.

With Hand and Heart

Thomas S. Monson · October 1971 · Sunday Afternoon Session

“And if thou art faithful unto the end thou shalt have a crown of immortality, and eternal life in the mansions which I have prepared in the house of my Father.” (D&C 81:5–6.)