Matthew 4:19

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And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.

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- **Sons and Daughters of God** — Rubén V. Alliaud (October 2024) · Alludes to
  The next account is found in Matthew 4.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/55alliaud?lang=eng&id=p_aZ7ku#p_aZ7ku

- **Choose Jesus Christ as Your Guide** — Edward B. Rowe (April 2026) · Reference
  Christ’s invitation is constant and consistent: “Come, follow me.” “Walk with me.” “Return unto me.” His invitation is to all—whoever we are, wherever we are.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/44rowe?lang=eng&id=p_uBr8q#p_uBr8q

- **An Especially Noble Calling** — Joy D. Jones (April 2020) · Reference
  Elder James E.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/14jones?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **Prayers of Faith** — Henry B. Eyring (April 2020) · Reference
  Through His Saints, the Lord will offer the gift of His gospel “to every nation, kindred, tongue, and people.” Technology and miracles will continue to play a part—as will individual “fishers of men” who minister with power and increasing faith.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/17eyring?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **A Yearning for Home** — Dieter F. Uchtdorf (October 2017) · Reference
  The Savior extends His hand to you.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/a-yearning-for-home?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

- **Our Personal Ministries** — Hugo E. Martinez (October 2014) · Reference
  Likewise, being a good example of a disciple of Jesus Christ is our best letter of introduction to those with whom we can share His gospel.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/our-personal-ministries?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

- **Followers of Christ** — Dallin H. Oaks (April 2013) · Alludes to
  Those words, inspired by the Savior’s earliest invitation to His disciples (see Matthew 4:19), were written by John Nicholson, a Scottish convert.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/followers-of-christ?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **Being a More Christian Christian** — Robert D. Hales (October 2012) · Quote
  > “Follow me,” He said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”
  For many, the call to be a Christian can seem demanding, even overwhelming.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/10/being-a-more-christian-christian?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

- **The Divine Gift of Gratitude** — Thomas S. Monson (October 2010) · Reference
  Who was this “man of sorrows, … acquainted with grief”?
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/the-divine-gift-of-gratitude?lang=eng&id=p63#p63

- **The Divine Call of a Missionary** — Ronald A. Rasband (April 2010) · Reference
  When the Master ministered among men, He called fishermen at Galilee to leave their nets and follow Him, declaring, “I will make you fishers of men.” The Lord extended those calls to humble men so that through them others would hear the truths of His gospel and come unto Him.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/04/the-divine-call-of-a-missionary?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **A Call to the Rising Generation** — Brent H. Nielson (October 2009) · Alludes to
  I solemnly proclaim and testify that the heavens are open, that not only has God spoken but that He speaks today.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/a-call-to-the-rising-generation?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **The Twelve** — Boyd K. Packer (April 2008) · Reference
  He bid them all, “Come, follow me.”
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/04/the-twelve?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **A Priesthood Quorum** — Henry B. Eyring (October 2006) · Reference
  Understanding why the Lord wants fellowship can change the way an elders quorum party is planned.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/a-priesthood-quorum?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

- **Broken Things to Mend** — Jeffrey R. Holland (April 2006) · Reference
  When Andrew and John first heard Christ speak, they were so moved they followed Him as He walked away from the crowd.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/broken-things-to-mend?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **Christlike Attributes—the Wind beneath Our Wings** — Dieter F. Uchtdorf (October 2005) · Alludes to
  Recall with me how Jesus Christ instructed His Apostles, clearly and directly, at the beginning of His mortal ministry, “[Come,] follow me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Matthew 4:19).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/10/christlike-attributes-the-wind-beneath-our-wings?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

- **Anxiously Engaged** — Thomas S. Monson (October 2004) · Reference
  May we, as did the Savior’s followers of old, respond to the invitation, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” That we may do so is my prayer, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/anxiously-engaged?lang=eng&id=p51#p51

- **Choose You This Day** — Thomas S. Monson (October 2004) · Reference
  Came the reply, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.”
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/choose-you-this-day?lang=eng&id=p43#p43

- **Your Personal Influence** — Thomas S. Monson (April 2004) · Reference
  The calling of the early Apostles reflected the influence of the Lord.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/your-personal-influence?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **The Call for Courage** — Thomas S. Monson (April 2004) · Reference
  At an earlier time, in a land far distant, another leader issued the same plea: “Follow me.” He was not a general of war.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/04/the-call-for-courage?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **Models to Follow** — Thomas S. Monson (October 2002) · Reference
  Down through the generations of time, the message from Jesus has been the same.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/models-to-follow?lang=eng&id=p45#p45

- **Couple Missionaries: A Time to Serve** — Robert D. Hales (April 2001) · Alludes to
  Second, family concerns.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/couple-missionaries-a-time-to-serve?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **To the Rescue** — Thomas S. Monson (April 2001) · Reference
  When the Master ministered among men, He called fishermen at Galilee to leave their nets and follow Him, declaring, “I will make you fishers of men.” And so He did.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2001/04/to-the-rescue?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

- **“He Hath Filled the Hungry with Good Things”** — Jeffrey R. Holland (October 1997) · Reference
  You will recall that when Andrew and another disciple, probably John, first heard Christ speak, they were so moved and attracted to Jesus that they followed Him as He left the crowd.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/10/he-hath-filled-the-hungry-with-good-things?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **They Showed the Way** — Thomas S. Monson (April 1997) · Reference
  Peter was among the first of Jesus’ disciples.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/04/they-showed-the-way?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

- **Christ at Bethesda’s Pool** — Thomas S. Monson (October 1996) · Reference
  Down through the generations of time, the message from Jesus has been the same.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/10/christ-at-bethesdas-pool?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

- **Duty Calls** — Thomas S. Monson (April 1996) · Reference
  He called fishermen at Galilee to leave their nets and follow Him, declaring, “I will make you fishers of men.” And so He did.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/04/duty-calls?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

- **Follow the Son of God** — Howard W. Hunter (October 1994) · Alludes to
  Again and again during his mortal ministry, our Lord issued a call that was both an invitation and a challenge.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/follow-the-son-of-god?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

- **Trying to Be Like Jesus** — F. Melvin Hammond (April 1994) · Quote
  > He invited them to come “follow me, and I will make you fishers of men”
  Later twelve men were called and ordained as His Apostles.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/trying-to-be-like-jesus?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **“By Way of Invitation” (Alma 5:62)** — Betty Jo N. Jepsen (October 1992) · Alludes to
  In this latter day I have been invited to witness marvelous things for myself.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/10/by-way-of-invitation-alma-5-62?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

- **An Attitude of Gratitude** — Thomas S. Monson (April 1992) · Alludes to
  Who was this Man of sorrows, acquainted with grief?
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/04/an-attitude-of-gratitude?lang=eng&id=p84#p84

- **The Way to Perfection** — Royden G. Derrick (April 1989) · Alludes to
  The Savior said to Peter, “Come, follow me.” ([Luke 18:22;] see Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/the-way-to-perfection?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **Always Remember Him** — Dallin H. Oaks (April 1988) · Quote
  > he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men”
  Follow is the word the Savior used when he called his helpers to the ministry.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/04/always-remember-him?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

- **Courage Counts** — Thomas S. Monson (October 1986) · Alludes to
  At an earlier time, and in a land far distant, another leader issued the same plea: “Follow me” (Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/10/courage-counts?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **Those Who Love Jesus** — Thomas S. Monson (October 1985) · Alludes to
  During the many years I have served on assignment in that area, I have noted the absence of spacious chapels with multiple teaching stations and grounds featuring the greenery of lawns and the blossoms of flowers.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1985/10/those-who-love-jesus?lang=eng&id=p50#p50

- **The Simplicity of Gospel Truths** — Robert L. Simpson (April 1984) · Quote
  > “Follow me,” he said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”
  As we stood by beautiful Galilee, we marveled at the simplicity of His unique but meaningful invitation to those being called.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/04/the-simplicity-of-gospel-truths?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **Straightway** — Marvin J. Ashton (April 1983) · Alludes to
  Peter and Andrew were fishermen.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1983/04/straightway?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **These I Will Make My Leaders** — James E. Faust (October 1980) · Alludes to
  The most encompassing short course on leadership was given by the Savior himself: “And he saith unto them, Follow me” (Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/10/these-i-will-make-my-leaders?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **And Peter Went Out and Wept Bitterly** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1979) · Alludes to
  He suffered chains and prison and a terrible martyr’s death as a witness of Him who had called him from his nets to become a fisher of men (see Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/04/and-peter-went-out-and-wept-bitterly?lang=eng&id=p31#p31

- **Transfusion** — Sterling W. Sill (October 1974) · Alludes to
  And finally, number ten, “Success,” comes to us from the greatest man who ever lived, who gave us in just two words our most magnificent success formula when he said, “Follow me.” (See Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/10/transfusion?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

- **Yellow Canaries with Gray on Their Wings** — Thomas S. Monson (April 1973) · Alludes to
  Came the reply: “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” (Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/04/yellow-canaries-with-gray-on-their-wings?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

Sons and Daughters of God

Rubén V. Alliaud October 2024 Sunday Afternoon Session

The next account is found in Matthew 4.

Alludes to High confidence
Choose Jesus Christ as Your Guide

Edward B. Rowe April 2026 Sunday Morning Session

Christ’s invitation is constant and consistent: “Come, follow me.” “Walk with me.” “Return unto me.” His invitation is to all—whoever we are, wherever we are.

Reference Verified
An Especially Noble Calling

Joy D. Jones April 2020 Saturday Morning Session

Elder James E.

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Prayers of Faith

Henry B. Eyring April 2020 Saturday Morning Session

Through His Saints, the Lord will offer the gift of His gospel “to every nation, kindred, tongue, and people.” Technology and miracles will continue to play a part—as will individual “fishers of men” who minister with power and increasing faith.

Reference Verified
A Yearning for Home

Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2017 Saturday Morning Session

The Savior extends His hand to you.

Reference Verified
Our Personal Ministries

Hugo E. Martinez October 2014 Sunday Afternoon Session

Likewise, being a good example of a disciple of Jesus Christ is our best letter of introduction to those with whom we can share His gospel.

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Followers of Christ

Dallin H. Oaks April 2013 Sunday Afternoon Session

Those words, inspired by the Savior’s earliest invitation to His disciples (see Matthew 4:19), were written by John Nicholson, a Scottish convert.

Alludes to High confidence
Being a More Christian Christian

Robert D. Hales October 2012 Sunday Afternoon Session

“Follow me,” He said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”

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The Divine Gift of Gratitude

Thomas S. Monson October 2010 Sunday Morning Session

Who was this “man of sorrows, … acquainted with grief”?

Reference Verified
The Divine Call of a Missionary

Ronald A. Rasband April 2010 Priesthood Session

When the Master ministered among men, He called fishermen at Galilee to leave their nets and follow Him, declaring, “I will make you fishers of men.” The Lord extended those calls to humble men so that through them others would hear the truths of His gospel and come unto Him.

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A Call to the Rising Generation

Brent H. Nielson October 2009 Sunday Afternoon Session

I solemnly proclaim and testify that the heavens are open, that not only has God spoken but that He speaks today.

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The Twelve

Boyd K. Packer April 2008 Sunday Morning Session

He bid them all, “Come, follow me.”

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A Priesthood Quorum

Henry B. Eyring October 2006 Priesthood Session

Understanding why the Lord wants fellowship can change the way an elders quorum party is planned.

Reference Verified
Broken Things to Mend

Jeffrey R. Holland April 2006 Sunday Morning Session

When Andrew and John first heard Christ speak, they were so moved they followed Him as He walked away from the crowd.

Reference Verified
Christlike Attributes—the Wind beneath Our Wings

Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2005 Sunday Afternoon Session

Recall with me how Jesus Christ instructed His Apostles, clearly and directly, at the beginning of His mortal ministry, “[Come,] follow me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Matthew 4:19).

Alludes to High confidence
Anxiously Engaged

Thomas S. Monson October 2004 Priesthood Session

May we, as did the Savior’s followers of old, respond to the invitation, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” That we may do so is my prayer, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.

Reference Verified
Choose You This Day

Thomas S. Monson October 2004 Sunday Morning Session

Came the reply, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.”

Reference Verified
Your Personal Influence

Thomas S. Monson April 2004 Saturday Morning Session

The calling of the early Apostles reflected the influence of the Lord.

Reference Verified
The Call for Courage

Thomas S. Monson April 2004 Priesthood Session

At an earlier time, in a land far distant, another leader issued the same plea: “Follow me.” He was not a general of war.

Reference Verified
Models to Follow

Thomas S. Monson October 2002 Sunday Morning Session

Down through the generations of time, the message from Jesus has been the same.

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Couple Missionaries: A Time to Serve

Robert D. Hales April 2001 Saturday Afternoon Session

Second, family concerns.

Alludes to High confidence
To the Rescue

Thomas S. Monson April 2001 Priesthood Session

When the Master ministered among men, He called fishermen at Galilee to leave their nets and follow Him, declaring, “I will make you fishers of men.” And so He did.

Reference Verified
“He Hath Filled the Hungry with Good Things”

Jeffrey R. Holland October 1997 Sunday Morning Session

You will recall that when Andrew and another disciple, probably John, first heard Christ speak, they were so moved and attracted to Jesus that they followed Him as He left the crowd.

Reference Verified
They Showed the Way

Thomas S. Monson April 1997 Sunday Morning Session

Peter was among the first of Jesus’ disciples.

Reference Verified
Christ at Bethesda’s Pool

Thomas S. Monson October 1996 Saturday Morning Session

Down through the generations of time, the message from Jesus has been the same.

Reference Verified
Duty Calls

Thomas S. Monson April 1996 Priesthood Session

He called fishermen at Galilee to leave their nets and follow Him, declaring, “I will make you fishers of men.” And so He did.

Reference Verified
Follow the Son of God

Howard W. Hunter October 1994 Sunday Afternoon Session

Again and again during his mortal ministry, our Lord issued a call that was both an invitation and a challenge.

Alludes to High confidence
Trying to Be Like Jesus

F. Melvin Hammond April 1994 Sunday Afternoon Session

He invited them to come “follow me, and I will make you fishers of men”

Quote High confidence
“By Way of Invitation” (Alma 5:62)

Betty Jo N. Jepsen October 1992 Sunday Afternoon Session

In this latter day I have been invited to witness marvelous things for myself.

Alludes to High confidence
An Attitude of Gratitude

Thomas S. Monson April 1992 Sunday Morning Session

Who was this Man of sorrows, acquainted with grief?

Alludes to High confidence
The Way to Perfection

Royden G. Derrick April 1989 Sunday Afternoon Session

The Savior said to Peter, “Come, follow me.” ([Luke 18:22;] see Matt.

Alludes to High confidence
Always Remember Him

Dallin H. Oaks April 1988 Saturday Afternoon Session

he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men”

Quote High confidence
Courage Counts

Thomas S. Monson October 1986 Priesthood Session

At an earlier time, and in a land far distant, another leader issued the same plea: “Follow me” (Matt.

Alludes to High confidence
Those Who Love Jesus

Thomas S. Monson October 1985 Saturday Afternoon Session

During the many years I have served on assignment in that area, I have noted the absence of spacious chapels with multiple teaching stations and grounds featuring the greenery of lawns and the blossoms of flowers.

Alludes to High confidence
The Simplicity of Gospel Truths

Robert L. Simpson April 1984 Sunday Morning Session

“Follow me,” he said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”

Quote High confidence
Straightway

Marvin J. Ashton April 1983 Saturday Afternoon Session

Peter and Andrew were fishermen.

Alludes to High confidence
These I Will Make My Leaders

James E. Faust October 1980 Priesthood Session

The most encompassing short course on leadership was given by the Savior himself: “And he saith unto them, Follow me” (Matt.

Alludes to High confidence
And Peter Went Out and Wept Bitterly

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1979 Sunday Morning Session

He suffered chains and prison and a terrible martyr’s death as a witness of Him who had called him from his nets to become a fisher of men (see Matt.

Alludes to High confidence
Transfusion

Sterling W. Sill October 1974 Saturday Afternoon Session

And finally, number ten, “Success,” comes to us from the greatest man who ever lived, who gave us in just two words our most magnificent success formula when he said, “Follow me.” (See Matt.

Alludes to High confidence
Yellow Canaries with Gray on Their Wings

Thomas S. Monson April 1973 Saturday Morning Session

Came the reply: “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” (Matt.

Alludes to High confidence

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Peter

Joseph Smith Translation

And he said unto them, I am he of whom it is written by the prophets; follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.

Matthew 4:18

Jesus the Christ

Chapter 14: Continuation of Our Lord’s Ministry in Galilee

James E. Talmage

Fishers of Men.—“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men,” said Jesus to fishermen who afterward became His apostles (Matthew 4:19).

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Jesus the Christ

Chapter 16: The Chosen Twelve

James E. Talmage

Andrew, son of Jona and brother of Simon Peter, is mentioned less frequently than the three already considered.

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Jesus the Christ

Chapter 19: “He Spake Many Things unto Them in Parables”

James E. Talmage

Men of many minds, men good and bad, all nationalities and races, are affected by the gospel of the kingdom.

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