The Lord Is Hastening His Work

Quentin L. Cook · October 2025 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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In addition, each year in rotation the Church curriculum in Sunday meetings covers the Old Testament, the New Testament, the Book of Mormon, and the Doctrine and Covenants.

The Home: The School of Life

Enrique R. Falabella · April 2013 · Sunday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

In Tune with the Music of Faith

Quentin L. Cook · April 2012 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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One of the underlying premises of Lehi’s vision is that faithful members must hold fast to the rod of iron to keep them on the strait and narrow path leading to the tree of life.

Gospel Learning and Teaching

David M. McConkie · October 2010 · Saturday Morning Session

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The Lord has commanded us to search the scriptures, to feast upon them, and to treasure them up.

Steadfast and Immovable

Silvia H. Allred · October 2010 · General Relief Society Meeting

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

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

Robert D. Hales · October 2009 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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With softened hearts we are prepared to heed the Savior’s call to “search the scriptures” and to humbly learn from them.

Three Goals to Guide You

Thomas S. Monson · October 2007 · General Relief Society Meeting

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

The Miracle of the Holy Bible

M. Russell Ballard · April 2007 · Sunday Morning Session

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Jesus taught that we should “search the scriptures; for … they are they which testify of me” (John 5:39).

Holy Scriptures: The Power of God unto Our Salvation

Robert D. Hales · October 2006 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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If the Savior were among us in the flesh today, He would teach us from the scriptures as He taught when He walked upon the earth.

Securing Our Testimonies

Donald L. Staheli · October 2004 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me”

Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee

Keith B. McMullin · April 2004 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

The Words of Christ—Our Spiritual Liahona

W. Rolfe Kerr · April 2004 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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The Savior said, “Search the scriptures; for … they are they which testify of me” (John 5:39).

My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures

Julie B. Beck · April 2004 · General Young Women Meeting

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Whichever way a person starts studying the scriptures, the key to unlocking important knowledge is to keep studying.

A Sure Foundation

Sheldon F. Child · October 2003 · Saturday Morning Session

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The Savior Himself said, “Search the scriptures; … they are they which testify of me.” When the Lord directed Lehi to take his family and flee into the wilderness, He knew they would need a strong foundation upon which to build in the new land.

“Be Thou an Example”

Thomas S. Monson · October 2001 · General Relief Society Meeting

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

Lessons from Laman and Lemuel

Neal A. Maxwell · October 1999 · Saturday Morning Session

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Brothers and sisters, on very thin pages, thick with meaning, are some almost hidden scriptures.

A Legacy of Testimony

Henry B. Eyring · April 1996 · Sunday Morning Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me”

The Book of Mormon: A Sacred Ancient Record

Ted E. Brewerton · October 1995 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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The scriptures state, “They are they which testify of [God]” (John 5:39).

We Have Kept the Faith

Eduardo Ayala · April 1995 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me”

Fat-Free Feasting

Bonnie D. Parkin · April 1995 · General Young Women Meeting

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Beloved sisters, I invite you to experiment upon the word, to feast.

Back to Gospel Basics

L. Tom Perry · April 1993 · Sunday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me”

Coming unto Christ by Searching the Scriptures

Merrill J. Bateman · October 1992 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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On numerous occasions the Lord has commanded his disciples to search the scriptures in order to learn and live the doctrines of salvation.

Nourish the Flock of Christ

Alexander B. Morrison · April 1992 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (John 5:39)

“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me”

A Time for Preparation

David B. Haight · October 1991 · Priesthood Session

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Sounds difficult?

Listen to Learn

Russell M. Nelson · April 1991 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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Carefully listen to learn from the Lord through the still small voice—the Holy Spirit—which leads to truth.

What Is Truth?

Lynn A. Mickelsen · October 1990 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me”

The Library of the Lord

Boyd K. Packer · April 1990 · General Priesthood Meeting

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These things are the true measure of our progress.

“God Will Yet Reveal”

Neal A. Maxwell · October 1986 · Sunday Morning Session

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He who truly searches the scriptures will surely see how they testify of Christ (see John 5:39).

The Kingdom Rolls Forth in South America

M. Russell Ballard · April 1986 · Saturday Morning Session

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Every leader should strive to motivate the people to good works by teaching the doctrines of the kingdom.

“Be Ye Prepared”

LeGrand Richards · October 1981 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life; and they are they which testify of me.”

The Scriptures Speak

LeGrand Richards · April 1980 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me”

The Book of Mormon

Marion G. Romney · April 1980 · Sunday Morning Session

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“Search the scriptures” (John 5:39), said Jesus to his carping critics, who, being surfeited with the things of this world, rejected him.

Maintaining Spirituality

Marion G. Romney · October 1979 · Saturday Morning Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me”

The Beatitudes and Our Perfection

Royden G. Derrick · April 1977 · Sunday Morning Session

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The Savior further said, “Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.” (Matt.

Search the Scriptures

Henry D. Taylor · October 1976 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

Value of the Holy Scriptures

LeGrand Richards · April 1976 · Tuesday Morning Session

Open paragraph (John 5:39)

“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism

LeGrand Richards · April 1975 · Sunday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

The Divine Power of Repentance

Bernard P. Brockbank · October 1974 · Saturday Afternoon Session

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Some trifle with the sacred scriptures.

Truth Will Emerge Victorious

John H. Vandenberg · October 1974 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (John 5:39)

“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

Prophecy

LeGrand Richards · April 1974 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (John 5:39)

“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

The Cause Is Just and Worthy

Spencer W. Kimball · April 1974 · Sunday Afternoon Session

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“Search the scriptures,” he said; “for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

Magnifying One’s Calling in the Priesthood

Marion G. Romney · April 1973 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (John 5:39)

“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”

In the Mountain of the Lord’s House

LeGrand Richards · April 1971 · Tuesday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (John 5:39)

“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”