Tag Archives: testimony

RS/EQ: “Jesus Christ: My Savior, My Lord”

“Jesus Christ: My Savior, My Lord” is the title of lesson #3 in the Spencer W. Kimball manual from which we have been studying this year. Even just the simple six words of the title evoke such feelings of worship and love as to be overwhelming. We begin the lesson with an experience from President Kimball’s life. Fairly early in his apostleship, he suffered three heart attacks in two weeks. After spending seven weeks recovering at home, he desired a change of scenery and traveled down to New Mexico to stay with his Navajo friends. One morning, his friends were … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Why Are We Members of the Only True Church?”

In his talk “Why Are We Members of the Only True Church?” Elder Enrique R. Falabella speaks of the blessings that the church offers to its members. He mentions three specific blessings that he has felt from being a member of the church. He opens the talk by speaking about his childhood. His father was a widower. His family was poor and struggled to make ends meet. Eventually missionaries came and taught them the gospel. They were able to be sealed together in the temple. He speaks of the importance of eternal families. Elder Falabella goes on to emphasize that … Continue reading →

Striving to Improve

We can all strive to improve in an area in our lives. It may be that we need to focus more on studying the gospel. It may be that we worry too much, and so we need to focus on trusting the Lord more. It may be that we need to learn to be more kind to others and to ourselves. It is easy to allow ourselves to become wrapped up in the overwhelming need to be better, instead of just working on what we need to change. Here are some tips to help you move forward without feeling overwhelmed. … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Who’s on the Lord’s Side?”

In his talk “Who’s on the Lord’s Side?” President Charles W. Dahlquist speaks to the youth and the young single adults. His talk focuses on the importance of choosing whom you will follow and adhering to the standards of the church. He briefly shares the story of Hannah Last Cornaby who wrote the song “Who’s on the Lord Sid? Who?” He shares the story of her baptism, during which a mob of people through rocks and sticks at her. Miraculously she was not struck. She went on to endure more trials, that no doubt helped her write the hymn. President … Continue reading →

Testimony

It is important to have a firm testimony on the basics of the gospel. The most important thing to have a testimony of is Jesus Christ and His Atonement for the sins of the world. This basic principle gives us all hope and a chance to begin again. Without it we could not return to live with our Heavenly Father. Additionally it is important to gain a testimony of the Prophet Joseph Smith and The Book of Mormon. Joseph Smith was able to restore the gospel to the earth through the direction of Jesus Christ. He was able to translate … Continue reading →

General Conference: “The Things of Which I Know”

In his talk “The Things of Which I Know” President Gordon B Hinckley bears his testimony of the gospel. He opens his talk by talking about his age and his health. He then goes on to speak about the Nicene Creed. He explains how the Nicene Creed came to be. He says that it is difficult to understand. President Hinckley bears his testimony about the gospel. He bears his testimony about the Prophet Joseph Smith and the restoration of the church. He points out that the First Vision teaches us that God really does answer prayers. He counsels us to … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Do You Know?”

In his talk “Do You Know?” Elder Glenn L Pace speaks specifically to the youth of the church. He begins by sharing the story of how he gained a testimony of the Prophet Joseph Smith when he was eleven years old. He also shares the story of a young woman who is the only member in her high school. She admits that at times she finds it difficult to be the only member. Elder Pace goes on to speak about the witness of the spirit. He challenges the parents to help their children feel the spirit, so that when the … Continue reading →

General Conference: “A Lesson from the Book of Mormon”

In her talk “A Lesson from the Book of Mormon” Sister Vicki F Matsumori speaks specifically to the first generation members of the church. She relates the story of the people of Ammon and how they passed the gospel on to future generations. Sister Matsumori talks about three specific tools that each member can utilize to help learn the gospel and pass it on to the next generation. The first tool Sister Matsumori discusses is studying the scriptures. It is an important way to learn more about the gospel. Although it may seem difficult to study your scriptures at first … Continue reading →

Spiritual Experiences

As I look back on my life I have a handful of moments that helped me to define my faith. These moments came often during times of great inner turmoil, as I struggled with a decision or through a difficult situation. Fortunately I was prepared to handle these moments. As a young child my mother and father taught me to turn to the Lord in times of need. I learned that when I prayed that He was listening and that He would answer me. As a parent now I am striving to teach my children the skills of personal prayer … Continue reading →

And When Thou Art Converted . . .

As Miriam points out in her blog “The Process of Conversion,” it doesn’t matter if you’re born into the Church or join later. You will need to come to a point where you have decided for yourself that the Church is true. It’s not enough to lean on your mother’s testimony or your father’s conviction, or your spouse’s faith – you have to know it for yourself, independently. However, knowing that the Church is true doesn’t necessarily mean that you automatically accept every principle of the Gospel. For most people, there will be one or two things that don’t make … Continue reading →