This simple but powerful approach to what are otherwise large and complex issues will change the trajectory of a falling, darkened world. In addition to these tragedies, in many places throughout the world, we see mass shootingsincluding a tragedy just last week here in southern Utahimmoral content in entertainment, and political activity in which fundamental principles such as integrity, kindness, and honesty seem to have been somehow forgotten. You cannot separate Jesus Christ from the Church of Jesus Christ. God taught this to the Nephites in the Book of Mormon: Blessed are ye if ye shall give heed unto the words of these twelve whom I have chosen from among you to minister unto you, and to be your servants.26 This is from the Nephite account of the Sermon on the Mountone of the most famous sermons in the Bible. Gods Plan of Happiness,General Handbook, 1.1 (p.17). We value our membership in the Church and see the gospel as our biggest asset in developing a nation of inclusiveness, self-reliance, and love unfeigned. The Book of Mormon has been instrumental in my own conversion. For example, when you were baptized, you showed that you were willing to follow Jesus Christ and take upon yourself Hisname. See the Learn More links below for . How have I been feeling with being around my family so closely? The, Can you guess which staff member graduated hi, Attention, middle and high schoolers! Simplify. This kind of mindset is our hope for you tonightto have you learn this while you are still young. The concert will feature the talents of New Providence locals and professional singers Jamie Baer Peterson and Dallyn Vail Bayles, in addition to choral selections performed by the congregational choir. My [wifes recovery after her kidney transplant] has proven to be difficult, and she has spent the last month in and out of the hospital. In a weird way This is our trueidentity.. And we should recognize it as a light shining in a very dark world. glory is to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of [His children].18 This is quite astatement. In New Testament times, Jesus Christ Himself organized a churcheven His Church. Elder D. Todd Christofferson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, middle, spoke to missionaries and new mission leaders at the Provo Missionary Training Center in a devotional on June 23, 2023, as part of the 2023 Seminar for New Mission Leaders. Our part is to come unto Him in lowliness and simplicity, then we should worry not and fear not.10 Why so simple? Central aspects of that restoration . His Church exists so that He can accomplish His objective: to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of [Hischildren].. Jesus Christ is the resurrected Redeemer of humankind., Subscribe for free and get daily or weekly updates straight to your inbox, The three things you need to know everyday, Highlights from the last week to keep you informed. This is the plan of our Heavenly Father for His children to help them realize their full divine potential. It is the basis of my testimony of the Restoration, he said. I do so out of my love for you, the Lords love for you, the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelves love for you. Young Adult Regional Devotionals. It has taught me much of what I know about Jesus Christ. Have you seen enough of Gods goodness to hope on and to reach up? I love you. 2011 . Watch on. 10. Prepare for a blissful day as we read the Rhapsody of Realities, a daily devotional, authored by Rev Dr. Chris Oyakhilome from LoveWorld Northampton. Think about it. It has drawn me close to Him. All of us! 44. Cristy Powell, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We want you to know with all of our hearts that God is your Father, that He has carried [you] from the womb,16 that He has plans for you, plans for a future with hope.17. Tag your friends or reshar, If you are wondering what baptism is all about or, Servants Heart Ministry seeks to improve the qu, Hey, do you know about the Connection Corner? . You cannot accept Jesus Christ and reject His Church or His authorized messengers. This coming June it will be 60 years ago that Pat and I were married in the St. George Temple, just half a mile from this university campus. [Aphoto wasshown. See Doctrine and Covenants 6:32, 34, 3637. As Sister Holland has said so beautifully, the ability to see the world positively is yet another gift from God. Prayer: Read Psalm 121 and then read this prayer quietly to God by yourself. President Pinegar helped me understand two things during thatexchange: One, [while it is true that] the Church did not ordain Black people to the priesthood [for a season], that is the past, and we do not have reasons as to why it happened;and, Two, he helped me understand that since I have a testimony of the restored gospel, including Joseph Smith having been called of God to restore [Jesus Christs Church] to the earth, why should I walk away? When you teach the gospel using the Book of Mormon, your teaching will resonate with power and clarity in the heart and mind., Elder Christofferson also highlighted the chart in Chapter 5 of Preach My Gospel that gives scripture references in the Book of Mormon to address questions of the soul. Mark 9:23; see also Matthew 19:26; Mark 10:27. What a miracle! and voiced my decision to return home to South Africa. Consider the response of President SpencerW. Kimball . As with all of His invitations to us, Christ lived them before He taught them. One last comment as we move toward the conclusion of this worldwide broadcast in a wonderful new year, including a new institute year. At baptism, you entered His path. Well, it is good to be kind, and we should be nice. Well, we had better be, because life has its storms and squalls, and a sandy foundation simply will not hold when the wind blows, and the rain descends, and the floods come.33. When the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve speak in unity, they speak on behalf of the Lord JesusChrist. He, his wife, and his daughterand I believe theyre listening tonightare all experiencing a variety of health challenges right nowvery serious challenges, I should add. When this happens, we simply move forward in faithtrusting, hoping, believing. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen. Prophetic Announcements of Christ's Birth. Through the ordinances and covenants made available by Jesus Christ through His Church, we can bind or yoke or connect ourselves toHim. God, you are our help in our time of need. Doctrine and Covenants 123:17; emphasis added. So where do we start? I wonder if you had ever had a time like that? We laughed and cried and prayed with those who had left everything behind and fled with only the clothing on their backs. Speaking to missionaries and new mission leaders at a Provo Missionary Training Center devotional during the 2023 Seminar for New Mission Leaders, Elder Christofferson expressed gratitude for the Prophet Joseph Smith and for his incomparable achievement in translating and publishing the Book of Mormon. The Savior Jesus Christ and the Church of Jesus Christ are inseparably joined together. 2021 by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved. I occasionally meet people who feel that it is their duty to point out what they see as shortcomings or failings of the Lords Church. Because of the Atonement, death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ, we will all be resurrected and liveforever. Our trust is to be like that of a little child, or a little lamb, which we actually are in His grand flock. Jan 23, 2023 6 p.m. EST Youth pose outside the Conference Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023, for a recording of a worldwide youth devotional with Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Ralph Northam's racist behavior is inexcusable, for all of us are "alike unto God." If as individual disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ we were all more loving and peaceful and kind, if we would all try to keep the commandments of God as best we can, then we have every reason to feel confident about the worlds condition and our own. This is how we come to Christ. All rights reserved. He is with us every step along the wayevery step on the covenant path. It is the way we make memories. Chapter 5 of Preach My Gospel includes helpful information about how to help people read and understand the Book of Mormon, he taught. 5. Now, thats heavy theology tonight, but that is what they were to be happy about. NOTE: Additional records that apply to Hudson County are also on the New Jersey Military Records page. See Doctrine and Covenants 88:7778,118. As I look back at my life, and if I could live any part of it over again, I would do one thing differentlyvery differently: simplify! My young brothers and sisters, it is a gift, His gift to us and to the entire human family. For my yoke is easy, and my burden islight.16. There are no secret formulas or any magical mantras involved. Cornerstone Christian Church See Abraham Lincoln, in Riches for the Mind and Spirit: John Marks Templetons Treasury of Words to Help, Inspire, and Live By, ed. John 16:33; see also Doctrine and Covenants 61:36; 68:6; 78:18. Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults with Elder and Sister HollandJanuary 2023. Walking into the future this way, filled with peace and godly promise, we could have an absolutely stunning impact on the world. Then when you call upon me and pray to me, I will hear you.19, I testify to you, my young brothers and sisters, that this is a truth born of personal experience that our Heavenly Father will do His part in fulfilling these promises. I love you very much, I admire you, and I will always pray for you. Why isnt it enough for me to simply worship God directlyon a beach or a mountaintop? Worldwide - English. Is there any way I can encourage you to see that the bearing of this light is to be your latter-day ministry? See Doctrine and Covenants 101:23; Isaiah40:5. Journaling is a way we pray to God, so see what God might be telling you. For languages and other details, see the enclosed broadcast schedule. Video and text from these devotionals will not be posted on Church apps or websites. I testify to you that miracles will come when we slow down, when we calm down, and when we kneel down. For me growing up car rides were mostly not this way. And through this process of regular gathering and participation in the sacrament ordinance, we change. The sweet simplicity involved in discovering this gift of hope is that you dont have to search for it; you dont have to run around chasing after it; you dont and you cant manufacture it. . See Amos 3:7; Doctrine and Covenants1:4. Our faith grows and develops as we regularly and consistently work to build our discipleship along with others who are as committed as weare.24. Read more about the 2023 Seminar for New Mission Leaders, Learn more about who is called as mission leaders, President Nelson introduces new edition of Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. . That candle is permanently out. These are just a few things that I have observed as I have traveled around the Church and have met with members of theChurch. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All that the Father has can one day be yours.24 What a truly hopeful way to face your future. As Isaiahsaid: For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith theLord. . The schedule of devotionals is below. How could Jesus speak of cheerfulness in the midst of all the anguish that He faced moving toward the Crucifixion? Please, please understand that this is the most important thing I feel I have to say to you tonight. She has always lived with the certainty that God would hear our prayers and show us the way even if the night did seem dark. "When you teach the gospel . 0. Young adults ages 18-30, married or single, are invited to view a worldwide devotional from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on May 21, 2023, featuring President Dallin H. Oaks of the First Presidency and his wife, Sister Kristen Oaks. In the meantime, we look to the First Presidency and the Twelve Apostles who lead His Church for inspired guidance andcounsel. The Church of Jesus Christ enables us to come toChrist. I attended BYU as a freshman before I left for amission. Everybodys love! We change our hearts and minds, and then our circumstances change. There will always be a universal need for the hope-filled principle and practice of repentance. This is how we come to Christ. Good Tidings of Great Joy. Some of you out there may be worried about things more serious than which course to take in school or what professional career you should pursue. It is the laboratory in which we learn the gospel and learn to love and serve oneanother. It might strike others. It is His Church. Devotionals & Speeches > Devotionals & Speeches Benjamin A. Packer "To Bear One Another's Burdens" June 13, 2023 Dale G. Renlund "Looking Beyond the Mark" May 23, 2023 Brian and Melinda Ashton "God, the Source of Truth, Wants to Answer Your Questions" April 25, 2023 Mark L. and Anne Marie Pace "The Miracle of Scripture Study" March 28, 2023 And only through the ordinances and opportunities it provides can one fully come unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ.37 I bless each one of you, individually and by name, with every gift you need for this quest, and I bless you, plead with you, to patiently persevere as your Father in Heaven, in His wisdom, finds the best way to frequently give you what you ask but to unfailingly give you what you need. USA (1,373,456) > New Jersey (19,236) > Hudson County (1,066) > Hudson County Military Records (1), USA (1,373,456) > New Jersey (19,236) > New Jersey Military Records (465) > Hudson County Military Records (1). In fact, the part we play is important but actually very small; God has the larger portion of the task. See the complete list of abbreviations here. Finally, I said to him, Yes, I am black, and I am a Mormon. He continued, You are lost, Brother! Elder Christofferson said relying primarily on the Book of Mormon while teaching does not mean that a missionary diminishes or devalues any other scripture. Behold I am the light which ye shall hold up.7 Like you, we were young once, but now we have grown old. 27. Change sorrow for happiness. . Sister PatriciaT. Holland: I do feel strongly about you. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will stream six Apostle-led area devotionals for Latter-day Saints ages 18 to 30 on Sunday, January 9, 2022. Ryan Sun, Deseret News It is embedded in our natures. Be meek and lowly of heart, and pray. Provo, Utah 84602. The only answer I ever know Jesus. There are many ways to get involved. See Hebrews 4:111; Matthew 11:29; Doctrine and Covenants 54:10. A missionary choir sings at the Provo Missionary Training Center in a devotional on June 23, 2023, as part of the 2023 Seminar for New Mission Leaders. The Rhapsody of Realities is available in all the known languages of the world; if you do require a copy, please contact LoveWorld Northampton church on 07341 617037 or visit loveworldnorthampton.org. Elder Holland and I are so grateful that you keep your covenants and that you strive to do whats right. I love this university. [A photo wasshown.]. The longest car ride I have ever been on was 17 hours. And we apologize that our generation has not resolved some of these problems that you now face. President Dallin H. Oaks has addressedthis: Some who use personal reasoning or wisdom to resist prophetic direction give themselves a label borrowed from elected bodiesthe loyal opposition. However appropriate for a democracy, there is no warrant for this concept in the government of Gods kingdom, where questions are honored but opposition is not (see Matthew26:24).31, As I visit with members across the Church, I sometimes hear things like I dont support the Churchs policy on (you fill in the blank). Or I dont agree with the way the Church does (this orthat)., Could I suggest an alternative approach? Elder Mdletshe thought about this new information for several days and finally concluded that he could no longer be a member of the Church, let alone serve as a missionary. Help me to love my parents and siblings like you do. #c, Set aside some time this week to sit with the, We have a seat for you! Th, Looking to get involved? One of our Area Seventies, and a dear friend, was Elder KhumbulaniD.Mdletshe. The linked site has its own terms of use, privacy policies, and security practices that differ from those on our website. This is how we realize our full divinepotential. Our hearts will always be restless until they rest in God. . 42. But we call you and every other young Latter-day Saint to be in the forefront of the moral force that can resolve these problems, that can turn back the tide of fear and pessimism and anxiety surrounding us. Khumbulani D. Mdletshe, A Reflection from an African Convert on Official Declaration2,BYU Studies Quarterly 55, no. It was 949 miles from door step to door step, and do you know what? I know these things to be true. Video of the Day: India launches third mission to the moon. I rehearsed what had happened . When transporting the ark, the priests were required to use poles running through rings on the sides to carryit. Elder Holland indicated that you will find this precious gift of hope linked with two other gifts of Godthat of faith and that of charity. April 2023, Sunday afternoon session. 2023 Devotionals 2022 Devotionals 2021 Devotionals 2020 Devotionals 2019 Devotionals 2018 Devotionals 2017 Devotionals 2016 Devotionals 2015 Devotionals 2014 Devotionals 2013 Devotionals 2012 Devotionals 2011 Devotionals. 24. If we all did that, our moral and spiritual deserts would be veritable gardens in no time.3, Those of you out there in Germany tonightwhere so much Christian hospitality is being shown to those Ukrainian refugees that we just metwill recognize the saying attributed to Johann Goethe that if every man swept in front of his own doorstep, the whole world would soon be clean.. Joseph Smith Translation, Luke 14:28; see also Luke14:27. The ark was the symbol of Gods presence, of His glory and majesty. Sister Holland and I have consciously not chosen to make this a talk about sin or transgression, but we would be irresponsible of us not to touch on what the Lord has said it is our obligation to teach. But most likely, President Kimball was teaching that he did not go to sacrament meeting to be entertained; he went to worship the Lord, renew his covenants, and be taught from onhigh.27.
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