Even when things went well, Captain Moroni continued to prepare his people. August 2014 February 2022 Faith . Heneverbecame complacent. November 2020 Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Those were some of the key messages shared by President Russell M. Nelson during the 190 th semiannual conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Proclamation On The Family Thank you for taking the time to prepare yourself! In the margin next to President Nelsons statement, I put a bulleted list of what President Hinckleys hopes were: When I looked at that list, I was reminded of what President Nelson said in the October 2019 womens session. President Nelson taught, Our ultimate security comes as we yoke ourselves to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ! We have undertaken a major project to extend the life and capacity of the Salt Lake Temple. Let's engage a conversation that will increase the faith of LDS singles and bring singles and marrieds together in a true unity of the faith. August 2022 The templethe house of the Lordis a place of security unlike any other. January 2018 The adversary never stops attacking. Further, you have a divine endowment that enables you to build faith in others in compelling ways.21Andyounever stop. I marvel at your strength and your faith. Exercising more and more that faith will surround you with ever increasing levels of peace amid the turmoil to come. He never became complacent. Fill the earth with the light and warmth of compelling truths. November 2016 , I am not saying that the days ahead will be easy, but I promise you that the future will be glorious for those who are prepared, and who continue to prepare to be instruments in the Lords hands., https://www.facebook.com/russell.m.nelson/posts/3209158322484915, https://www.facebook.com/russell.m.nelson/posts/3015443371856412, 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. During the address, President Nelson reiterated that God loves all of his children and emphasized that racism in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints cannot be tolerated. May 2020 He told the Prophet Joseph Smith that peace [would] be taken from the earthand calamities would befall mankind. My dear sisters, let us not just endure this current season. And I renew my invitation for you to increase your understanding of priesthood power and of temple covenants and blessings. Discipleship Be Proactive: Report abusive We welcome comments, however there are some guidelines: April 2017 Valentine's Day This has been an unforgettable evening. Similarly, as turmoil rages around us, we need to create places where we are safe, both physically and spiritually. Natural Mindset Moroni fortified every Nephite city with embankments, forts, and walls. President Nelson, an Apostle in our days, shares that we have a divine endowment that enables us to build faith. The Book of Mormon is our latter-day survival guide. With heartfelt compassion and love, my heart goes out to the many women around the world whose loved ones have died. Extra-wide, lined margins give you space to record your impressions and document insights you receive. They and Their holy angels are watching over us.. Have faith in what you feel drawn to teach. President Russell M. Nelson speaks during the opening session of the October 2020 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. August 2021 October 2016 Busy-ness has a buoyant affect and preparation increases our confidence.) Jean Bingham Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), 5 Highlights for Embrace the Future by President Nelson, General Conference Talks with 5 Highlights, Get Majorly Fortified - the Time Has Come - Divine Code. He warned that in our day mens hearts [would fail] them2 and that even the very elect would be at risk of being deceived.3 He told the Prophet Joseph Smith that peace [would] be taken from the earth4 and calamities would befall mankind.5, Yet the Lord has also provided a vision of how remarkable this dispensation is. As you continue to follow the counsel of those whom the Lord has authorized to guide you, you will feel greater safety. As commander of the Nephite armies, he faced opposing forces that were stronger, greater in number, and meaner. April 2019 Life with God is a life filled with peace. The footnotes for President Russell M. Nelsons recent devotional for young adults might just take the footnote cake. Let Patience Have Her Perfect Work, and Count It All Joy! He inspired the Prophet Joseph Smith to declare that the work of these last days, is one of vast magnitude. Be Nice: No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism There, you sisters are endowed with priesthood power through the sacred priesthood covenants you make.14 There, your families are sealed for eternity. President Nelson announced plans to build six new temples before he ended the conference with this blessing of peace: I bless you to be filled with the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ. March 2019 Russell M Nelson Second, Moroni prepared the minds of the people to be faithful unto the Lord. Just as the Salt Lake Temples foundation is being strengthened, spiritual foundations must be solid. When I asked whether she was referring to her food storage or her testimony, she smiled and said, Yes!. Michelle Craig Nelsons devotional for young adults everyone should read, See the stunning winners of the Churchs International Art Competition. Ponder these promises. To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. And you can ponder sincere questions about the gospel in an environment of revelation. D Todd Christofferson At the conclusion of the conference held amid the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, President Nelson asked members to let God prevail in their lives, overcome prejudice, embrace the future with faith and move forward. David A Bednar Leaders Opportunity First, Moroni helped the Nephites create places of security with embankments, forts and walls. It is one that can literally change the way we see our future. The gathering of Israel moves forward. My dear sisters, we have so much to look forward to! Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. The Book of Mormonisourlatter-daysurvival guide. . Some of you suddenly found yourselves searching for scarce supplies or a new job. We look forward to commemorating the birth of Christ just as we anxiously anticipate when He will come again. July 2021 You young women have also been remarkable. They are times when our influence can be much more penetrating than in calmer times. Weve long talked on this program about how your focus determines your reality. This is because spiritual blessings come to the faithful. President Nelson added that despite the current commotion in the world, we can look to the future with joy as we turn to our Savior Jesus Christ. Donald L Hallstrom The current pandemic has reinforced the wisdom of that counsel. Don't Threaten: During the Sunday morning session of the conference, President Nelson taught about the gathering of Israel and how that is related to our willingness to let God be the most important influence in our lives. September 2020 You have been on my mind so often during these past few months. The Lord placed you here now because He knew you had the capacity to negotiate the complexities of the latter part of these latter days. He will deliver us; yea, insomuch that he [will] speak peace to our souls, and [will] grant unto us great faith, and cause us that we [can] hope for our deliverance in him.22. Embrace the Future with Faith Video Content. I love my copy of The General Conference Addresses Journal Edition. This term originated in the navy, where it signified preparing for a storm by fasteningdowncanvas over doorways andhatches(openings) with strips of wood calledbattens. And yet, amid these sobering terms and perilous times, President Nelsons address spoke of a glorious future. Personal Ministry Those were some of the key messages shared by President Russell M. Nelson during the 190 th semiannual conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I love the words used in this statement from the prophet and this statement from a former Relief Society General President. Here President Nelson is counseling us if we are prepared both physically and spiritually we can have wonder and joy. October 2022 He knew you would grasp the grandeur of His work and be eager to help bring it to pass. Happiness Howarewe to deal with both the somber prophecies and the glorious pronouncements about our day? When your home becomes a personal sanctuary of faithwhere the Spirit residesyour home becomes the first line of defense. July 2022 June 2014 Some welcomed missionaries home earlier than expected, while others transformed your homes into missionary training centers. Having places of security to which you can retreat will help you embrace the future with faith. LifewithoutGod is a life filled with fear. Embrace the Future with Faith (excerpts) By President Russell M. Nelson Image New Era Magazine, 2020/11 Nov View PDF How are we to deal with both the somber prophecies and the glorious pronouncements about our day? Turbulent times are opportunities to thrive spiritually and influence others. Dear sisters, you are adept at creating places of security for yourselves and those you love. His complete talkcan be found here. Embrace the future with faith! Let usembrace the future with faith! He told the Prophet Joseph Smith that peace [would] be taken from the earth and calamities would befall mankind. I am not saying that the days ahead will be easy, but I promise you that the future will be glorious for those who are prepared and who continue to prepare to be instruments in the Lords hands. The more self-reliant we are temporally, emotionally, and spiritually the more prepared we are to thwart Satans relentless assaults., My dear sisters, we have so much to look forward to! June 2019 Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. First, he helped them create areas where they would be safeplaces of security he called them.8 Second, he prepared the minds of the people to be faithful unto the Lord.9 And third, he never stopped preparing his peoplephysically or spiritually.10 Let us consider these three principles. \rFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThirdHour.org/\rTwitter: https://twitter.com/thirdhour_\rInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/third.hour/ The Lord placed you here now because He knew you had the capacity to negotiate the complexities of the latter part of these latter days. Fear January 2020 Admittedly, the Lord has spoken of our day in sobering terms. I particularly like how President Nelson tied his message of preparation to the principles of preparation Captain Moroni followed. Title of the talk and when it was given: Embrace the Future with Faith February 2020 I so testify, with my expression of love for you and my confidence in you, in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. November 2019 January 2021 Life with God is a life filled with peace.. Embrace the Future with Faith - President Russell M. Nelson "The future will be glorious for those who are prepared and who continue to prepare to be instruments in the Lord's hands." During the recent pandemic, President Nelson talked about being prepared. Jeffrey R Holland Have you grown closer to the Lord, or do you feel further away from Him? My dear sisters, we haveso muchto look forward to! Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Our cups are full today following our Faith Leaders Appreciation Breakfast at First United Bank Plano Parkwood. So, we canneverstop preparing! Faith in Jesus Christ increases every time it is exercised. Possible Questions: President Nelson made several empowering promises which mean the most to you right now? Be As President Nelson taught saints to see themselves participating in the gathering of Gods children taking place right now, he issued this prophetic invitation: As you study your scriptures during the next six months, I encourage you to make a list of all that the Lord has promised He will do for covenant Israel. Simply said, a place of security is anywhere you can feel the presence of the Holy Ghost and be guided by Him.15 When the Holy Ghost is with you, you can teach truth, even when it runs counter to prevailing opinions. Your email address will not be published. The Lord taught us how to increase our faith by seeking learning, even by study and also by faith.18 We strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ as we strive to keep His commandments and always remember him.19 Further, our faith increases every time we exercise our faith in Him. We cant, for example, have a single spiritual experience and expect a lifetime of spiritual security. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Learn how your comment data is processed. Changing LDS Singles Culture They care for us, he said. In his concluding address on Sunday afternoon, President Nelson acknowledged in todays world we often hear the term new normal. But he invited disciples of Jesus Christ to embrace a new normal that includes turning ones heart to God, repenting daily, ministering to and serving others, keeping an eternal perspective and living each day to be better prepared to meet God. To me, Christmas decorations dont just bring physical beauty with them. July 2016 May 2014 How you think creates the life you live. Howdy! Life without God is a life filled with fear. You may also like: Elder Holland addresses fear of the future in new message. Full Life: Mind And I renew my invitation for you to increase your understanding of priesthood power and of temple covenants and blessings. August 2020 He inspired the Prophet Joseph Smith to declare that the work of these last days, is one of vast magnitude. February 2019 In a footnote accompanying this statement, President Nelson shared, The Apostle Paul prophesied that in the last days perilous times [would] come. That would make our day spiritually treacherous (See 2 Timothy 3:15).. Embrace the Future with Faith By President Russell M. Nelson President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints The future will be glorious for those who are prepared and who continue to prepare to be instruments in the Lord's hands. The Book of Mormon is our latter-day survival guide. May 2016 Moroni fortified every Nephite city with embankments, forts, and walls.11When the Lamanites came against them, they were astonished exceedingly, because of the wisdom of the Nephites in preparingtheir places of security.12. Messages from President Russell M. Nelson, Hearts Knit in Righteousness and Unity (excerpts), All Nations, Kindreds, and Tongues (excerpts), God Will Do Something Unimaginable (excerpts), Watch Ye Therefore, and Pray Always (excerpts), Do Justly, Love Mercy, and Walk Humbly with God (excerpts), By Union of Feeling We Obtain Power with God (excerpts). September 2018 May 2021 My dear sisters, I am honored to be with you. ElizaR. Snow taught that the Holy Ghost satisfies and fills up every longing of the human heart. A lurch to the left in recent months by the District of Columbia's local leaders -- on everything from crime and policing to voting rights and reparations proposals -- has even some Democrats on . You have been on my mind so often during these past few months. Those were some of the key messages shared by President Russell M. Nelson during the 190th semiannual conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What the Apostle Paul shares really is a beautiful witness of this divine endowment: When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also. We praise and pray for all who work tirelessly to safeguard the health of others. You young women have also been remarkable. View President Nelson Readings.docx from FDREL 333 at Brigham Young University, Idaho. January 2016 John A McCune Further, few things build faith more than does regular immersion in the Book of Mormon. Remember, you were called to teach this lesson for a reason. LAGOS - As the 2023 general elections started on Saturday with the presidential and National Assembly polls, a Christian organisation, Obey The Macedonia Call (OTMC), has called on . The Lord placed you here now because He knew you had the capacity to negotiate the complexities of the latter part of these latter days. 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