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General Conference: “Restoring Faith in Family”

In his talk “Restoring Faith in the Family” Elder Kenneth Johnson speaks about the important role that family plays in society. Elder Johnson emphasizes that the family is where you are taught the values and morals that you will have your entire life. Elder Johnson shares that his family was able to teach him the values he needed to have a strong character. He speaks of the example his father set of hard work and the importance of doing your best. He also shares the example of his mother who taught him about provident living and sacrifice through others. Elder … Continue reading →

Young Women: “Walk in the Light”

In his talk “Walk in the Light” President Henry B Eyring spoke to the young women. President Eyring began his talk by explaining that life is a journey. He outlines the basic principles of the plan of salvation, in order to point out our lives on earth are a chance to prove our faithfulness to Heavenly Father’s commandments. He points out that just by being on earth now, as a member of the church that each of the girls made righteous choices. President Eyring speaks about the blessings of making right choices. This allows you to have the Holy Ghost … Continue reading →

Young Men: “And Who Is My Neighbor?”

In his talk “And Who Is My Neighbor?” Bishop H David Burton is speaking at the Priesthood session of conference. He gives a report of the humanitarian aid effort of the church over the past year. It is amazing to listen to all that the church has been able to do to help others in need. Bishop Burton stated that they responded to 170 major events. This averages out to about one every two days. The church helped out in countries around the world. They helped with natural disasters, fires, earthquakes, famine and storms. The church also donated food to … Continue reading →

Young Women: “Anchors of Testimony”

In “Anchors of Testimony,” Sister Mary N Cook speaks to the young women of the church. She opens the talk by describing water lilies. She explains that they grow in stagnant ponds and that they have stalks to root them firmly in place. This anchors them during the torrential storms that come their way. She compared the girls to the lilies with their anchors being their testimonies. Sister Cook then challenges the girls to pray that their testimonies may be strengthened. She urges this especially if they are having a difficult time understanding or living a principle of the gospel. … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Special Experiences”

In his talk “Special Experiences” Elder Ronald A Rasband speaks about the importance of having spiritual experiences to build our testimonies. He compares these blocks to the blocks that you use to build the foundation of your house. As you use each of these experiences to strengthen your testimony, you will better able to deal with the challenges of life. Elder Rasband shares one of his spiritual experiences. He tells about a visit that he made to Peru to take care of church business. While there he had the opportunity to visit some members new home. These members lived on … Continue reading →

Young Women: “All Times, in All Places, in All Things”

In her talk “All Times, in All Things, in All Places” Sister Elaine S Dalton speaks to the young women. She was called to be the General President of the Young Women during this session of conference. Sister Dalton opens her talk by emphasizing the Christ came to this earth with a mission, and he stayed focus on that mission his entire life. Sister Dalton teaches that we are here at this time for a specific reason. There are many blessings that can be found through the gospel. It is important to stay focused and steadfast on the right things … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Salvation and Exaltation”

In his talk “Salvation and Exaltation” Elder Russell M Nelson begins his talk by welcoming Elder D. Todd Christofferson to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. He also expresses his support of the new First Presidency of the church. He explains that sustaining the First Presidency is an important part of the gospel. Elder Nelson speaks about the third Article of Faith. He points out that all mankind can be saved, but that to be saved you must be saved from both spiritual and physical death. Everyone will be resurrected as a result of Christ’s resurrection, but that each person … Continue reading →

Young Men: “Give Heed Unto the Prophet’s Words”

In his talk “Give Heed Unto the Prophet’s Words” Elder Quentin L. Cook speaks to the priesthood session of conference. He opens his talk by sharing an account of how the firefighters fought the fires in Southern California last year. These brave men and women stood strong in the face of fast advancing flames, saving both lives and property. He points out that each of us will face times of crisis and danger, but that we need to respond appropriately. He points out that heeding the words of the prophets is one of the most important things we can do. … Continue reading →

Young Women: “Stand as a Witness”

In “Stand as a Witness” Sister Susan W. Tanner speaks to the young women of the church. Sister Tanner opens her talk by sharing an experience her daughter had on her mission. She wanted tot each about the Holy Ghost, but when she planned the lesson, it did not feel right. Instead they taught about Jesus Christ, when the investigator felt the Holy Ghost witness about the truthfulness of their message, they were able to teach about the Holy Ghost. Sister Tanner goes on to tell about King Benjamin and how he bore his testimony of Christ to his people. … Continue reading →

General Conference Videos Now Available

Do you want to review the talks from General Conference? Did you miss a session or fall asleep during a talk? You can hear and watch the video archives of conference now. The video streams are available for each session at the church’s website. Although you can not watch an individual talk, it is easy to fast forward and rewind until you find it. This is a great blessing to have the talks available now. Additionally the church had video streams from its website for the first time in many years. You can also use the video to supplement your … Continue reading →