In my dream, I explained that we enter the covenant path by being baptized and making our first covenant with God.5 Each time we partake of the sacrament, we promise again to take the name of the Savior upon us, to remember Him, and to keep His commandments.6 In return, God assures us that we may always have the Spirit of the Lord to be with us. You are constantly on my mind. It acts as a unifying and rallying force for shaping values and morality. The answer is clear: entering into a covenant relationship with God binds us to Him in a way that makes everything about life easier. For more information on the use of the name of the Church, go to our online Style Guide. President Russell M. Nelson will share a special video message with the world on November 20, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. MST. So I ask, what can ignite spiritual momentum? He said peace from the spiritually and emotionally exhausting plagues of the world, including arrogance, pride, anger, immorality, hatred, greed, jealousy and fear comes by overcoming the world, which means growing to love God and his beloved Son more than you love anyone or anything else.. As you make the continual strengthening of your testimony of Jesus Christ your highest priority, watch for miracles to happen in your life.President Russell M. Nelson. We provide the link to this third party's website solely as a convenience to you. Fv 27, 2023 . Share what one loves about the gospel of Jesus Christ. As a church were doing all we can to help those who are suffering and struggling to survive. Because that is how we become like Jesus Christ, he answered. Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles speaks during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. You may have had days when you wished you could don your pajamas, curl up in a ball, and ask someone to awaken you when the turmoil is over. As the Apostle Paul said, In every thing give thanks (1Thessalonians 5:18). Missionaries in the South Africa MTC watch the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. Sister Amy A. Wright, second counselor in the Primary general presidency, testified of the healing power of the Savior. We know followers of Jesus Christ who became converted and grew in their faith. And I promise you greater strength to resist temptation, more peace of mind, freedom from fear, and greater unity in your families. How can we expect peace to exist in the world when we are not individually seeking peace and harmony? When Satan came tempting Moses, he detected the deception because he had just had a face-to-face interaction with God. With Mack Wilberg as director and Brian Mathias and Andrew Unsworth as organists, The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square performed two hymns during the Sunday morning session Press Forward, Saints and I Know That My Redeemer Lives. It also sang two selections If the Savior Stood Beside Me and It Is Well with My Soul., The congregation joined the choir to sing How Firm a Foundation.. I plead with you to do all you can to end personal conflicts that are currently raging in your hearts and in your lives. As you act on these pursuits, I promise you the ability to move forward on the covenant path with increased momentum, despite whatever obstacles you face. As you make the continual strengthening of your testimony of Jesus Christ your highest priority, watch for miracles to happen in your life.13, My plea to you this morning is to find rest from the intensity, uncertainty, and anguish of this world by overcoming the world through your covenants with God. Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles taught about moral agency and strengthening covenant connections with Jesus parable of the royal marriage feast. His gospel is a gospel of peace." As you do, notice what happens to your positive spiritual momentum. There is nothing in your life that is broken that is beyond the curative, redeeming and enabling power of Jesus Christ, she said. Attendees walk into the Conference Center for the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. President Russell M. Nelson speaks during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Oct. 2, 2022. I repeat my call to end the conflicts in your life. As I have stated before, the gathering of Israel is the most important work taking place on earth today. Elder Michael T. Ringwood, General Authority Seventy, speaks during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. When we sincerely repent, He will forgive us. Nurture it so that it will grow. See Moroni 4:3; 5:2; Doctrine and Covenants 20:77, 79. Each day, record the thoughts that come to you as you pray; then follow through diligently. Missionary Service Blessed My Life Forever, We Are The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, A Mighty Change of Heart: I Have Nothing More to Give You, Sustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers, He Is Risen with Healing in His Wings: We Can Be More Than Conquerors, Then Will I Make Weak Things Become Strong, Video: You Are the Women He Foresaw, Covenants with God Strengthen, Protect, and Prepare Us for Eternal Glory, Teaching Self-Reliance to Children and Youth, The Covenant Path: The Way to Eternal Life, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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One of our greatest challenges today is distinguishing between the truths of God and the counterfeits of Satan. I call upon you, my dear brothers and sisters, to become this righteous people. And it does not mean that you wont still make mistakes. His willingness to forgive our balance due is a priceless gift. Members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and First Presidency participate in the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center Salt Lake City on Sunday, April 3, 2022. President Nelson was the last of the Sunday morning sessions seven speakers three members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, two General Authority Seventies and a member of the Primary general presidency. He listed four ways society and individuals benefit from religious freedom: The good of religion, its reach and the daily acts of love which religion inspires only multiply when we protect the freedom to express and act on core beliefs, Elder Rasband said. I so testify in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. Spiritual momentum can help us withstand the relentless, wicked attacks of the adversary and thwart his efforts to erode our personal spiritual foundation.. In my dream, a woman then asked how someone who has broken his or her covenants can get back on that path. The Savior has promised that if [we] forgive men their trespasses, [our] heavenly Father will also forgive [us].25. But we also know of once-committed believers who fell away. Thus, covenant keepers are entitled to a special kind of rest that comes to them through their covenantal relationship with God. The congregation sings How Firm A Foundation during the Sunday morning session of general conference in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, on April 3, 2022. During the recent open house of the Washington D.C. Temple, a member of the open house committee witnessed an insightful interchange as he escorted several prominent journalists through the temple. It is the only path that leads to exaltation. At the April 2022 general conference, Prophet and President Russell M. Nelson urged the proclamation of peace in Jesus Christ through missionary work, suggested ways to maintain positive spiritual momentum, invited people to forgive someone by Easter and announced the construction of 17 new temples. Moses quickly realized who Satan was and commanded him to depart.17 When Satan persisted, Moses knew how to call upon God for more help. Attendees look over the Christus statue prior to the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. Unburdening our hearts through forgiveness isnt always easy, but through the enabling power of Jesus Christ, it is possible, she said, adding that waiting upon the Lord can be a sacred place a place of polishing and refining where we can come to know the Savior in a deeply personal way.. History has stopped. We are the focus of our Heavenly Fathers plan and the reason for our Saviors mission, he said. April 2021 : mormon. President DavidO. McKay said that in the temple we take a step-by-step ascent into the Eternal Presence (in TrumanG. Madsen, The Temple: Where Heaven Meets Earth [2008], 11). through three simple principles: love, share and invite, to champion the cause of religious freedom., taught about the importance of self-reliance, Read more April 2022 general conference coverage. Sister Sigasa and Sister Keitirile in the South Africa MTC watch the womens session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. For more information on the use of the name of the Church, go to our online, 20220403_075248_CBell_CMB_0815---Copy.JPG, Elder D. Todd Christofferson: Our Relationship With God, Sister Amy A. Wright: Christ Heals That Which Is Broken, Elder Gary E. Stevenson: Love, Share, Invite, Elder Michael T. Ringwood: For God So Loved Us, Elder Ronald A. Rasband: To Heal the World, Elder Hugo E. Martinez: Teaching Self-Reliance to Children and Youth, taught about the faith, patience and refinement required. Now, a caution: Returning to the covenant path does not mean that life will be easy. I love you. I would like to suggest five specific actions we can take to help us maintain positive spiritual momentum. He promised that though the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed my kindness shall not depart from thee.11. Overcoming the world means overcoming the temptation to care more about the things of the world than the things of God. Those who live the higher laws of Jesus Christ have access to His higher power. President Russell M. Nelson concluded the Sunday morning session of October 2022 general conference by pleading for all to take charge of their testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel. President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, motions to attendees during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. President Russell M. Nelson speaks at the 192nd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 2-3, 2022.President Nel. Expressions of belief, hope and peace are fostered. You and I ultimately can choose to be chosen through the righteous exercise of our moral agency, Elder Bednar said. In a revelation to the Prophet Joseph Smith, the Lord chastised early Church leaders for not teaching the gospel to their children.9 Repenting is the key to progress. Between now and the time He returns with power and great glory,1 He will bestow countless privileges, blessings, and miracles upon the faithful. The Savior commanded us to turn the other cheek,1 to love our enemies, and to pray for those who despitefully use us.2, It can be painfully difficult to let go of anger that feels so justified. Expressions of belief, hope and peace are fostered. What are some things for which we can give thanks to God? The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square sings during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. I pray daily that you will be protected from the fierce attacks of the adversary and have the strength to push forward through whatever challenges you face. A young boy in the family picked up on the conversation. Many actions can ignite positive spiritual momentum. The following is a summary of what he said. We cultivate faith in Jesus Christ by repenting daily and keeping covenants that endow us with power. Ana Mara Arancibia and Carlos Ramrez of Antofagasta, Chile, watch the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. October 2022 General Conference News and Announcements, The Church of Jesus Christ Will Build 18 New Houses of the Lord, What the Prophet Taught at the October 2022 General Conference, When reporting about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, please use the complete name of the Church in the first reference. What they do produce is nothing but a hollow substitute for the blessed and happy state of those [who] keep the commandments of God.11. He said church members have deep respect and profound admiration for the faith-filled motives and devoted lives of those who do display crosses, but gave three reasons Latter-day Saints dont. I cherish this opportunity to speak with you today. Download a photo or video by clicking or tapping on it. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints General Conference Please do not follow him down to his gulf of misery and endless wo.19. The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square performed How Wondrous and Great, With Songs of Praise, You Can Make the Pathway Bright, We Thank Thee, O God, for a Prophet, How Great the Wisdom and the Love and Let Us All Press On., Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. A renowned surgeon, President Nelson assisted on the first human open-heart surgery in Utah using a heart-lung machine. President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints waves to attendees during the church's Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference at the . By seeking for and following the promptings of the Spirit and striving to live His higher laws, the Savior lifts us above the pull of this fallen world by blessing us with greater rest., My plea to you this morning is to find rest from the intensity, uncertainty and anguish of this world by overcoming the world through your covenants with God. Invite others to come and see, come and serve, and come and belong.. If you would like to stay on the page you are viewing please click Cancel. Unburdening our hearts through forgiveness isnt always easy, but through the enabling power of Jesus Christ, it is possible, she said, adding that waiting upon the Lord can be a sacred place a place of polishing and refining where we can come to know the Savior in a deeply personal way.. Music was performed by The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, directed by Mack Wilberg, with organists Richard Elliott and Brian Mathias. Joseph SmithMatthew 1:36: Then shall appear the sign of the Son of Man in heaven, and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn; and they shall see the Son of Man coming in the clouds of heaven, with power and great glory.. Between now and the time he returns with power and great glory, he will bestow countless privileges, blessings and miracles upon the faithful.. King Benjamin taught us how. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. 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