I reaffirm a profound teaching of President Ezra Taft Benson: Men and women who turn their lives over to God will discover that He can make a lot more out of their lives than they can. Kindness is translated from the Hebrew term hesed, a powerful word with deep meaning that encompasses kindness, mercy, covenant love, and more. To understand the covenant path, it is important to understand that a covenant involves a two-way commitment between God and one of His children. They were able to carry that momentum into the second half and win the game. 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. Elder Michael T. Ringwood, General Authority Seventy, speaks during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. Later we make additional covenants in the temple, where we receive even greater promises. Sister Wright underscored the importance of forgiving and of waiting upon the Lord. 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. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles opened the session by addressing why the Church generally does not use the iconography of the cross, but rather a symbol of the Saviors Resurrection, and what it means to take up our cross and follow Him.. We have seen examples of both positive and negative momentum. Acknowledging attacks on religious freedom as a scourge sweeping the earth, Elder Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles invited all to champion the cause of religious freedom.. In coming days, we will see the greatest manifestations of the Saviors power that the world has ever seen. Acknowledging attacks on religious freedom as a scourge sweeping the earth, Elder Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles invited all to champion the cause of religious freedom.. As the Apostle Paul said, In every thing give thanks (1Thessalonians 5:18). Moroni assured us that God has not ceased to be a God of miracles.21 Every book of scripture demonstrates how willing the Lord is to intervene in the lives of those who believe in Him.22 He parted the Red Sea for Moses, helped Nephi retrieve the brass plates, and restored His Church through the Prophet Joseph Smith. Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife Sister Lesa Stevenson wave to attendees following the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, April 3, 2022. I doubt that the boy knew just how profound his observation was. Women general leaders talk 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. They asked me many questions, the most frequent of which was about the covenant path and why it is so important. Nurture it so that it will grow. It is possible to make restitution for some sins but not others. If one person abuses or assaults another, or if one takes the life of another, full restitution cannot be made. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When right-hander Ryne Nelson looked in for the sign, he was pretty sure he saw just one finger. President Nelson's Sunday morning talk was one of the most powerful, profound and far reaching talks given in this dispensation in my view and the following was especially revealing, said he: "In coming days, we will see the greatest manifestations of the Savior's power that the world has ever seen. Members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles 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. 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. Many covenants are accompanied by outward signsor sacred ordinancesin which we participate with witnesses present. The sinner in those cases can only do so much, and a large balance is left owing. However, consider a recent experience that might shed light on how you and I can find rest. For example, baptism is a sign to the Lord that the person being baptized has made a covenant to keep the commandments of God. We stay on the covenant path and are blessed with spiritual strength, personal revelation, increasing faith, and the ministering of angels. Obeying the commandment to build self-reliance as part of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Please do not misunderstand me: I did not say that making covenants makes life easy. Your heart will soften as your faith in Jesus Christ increases.8 Overcoming the world means growing to love God and His Beloved Son more than you love anyone or anything else. To download all photos or videos related to this article, select the links at the bottom of each section. Feed it truth. My answer to her question leads to my second suggestion: How important is repentance? I cherish this opportunity to speak with you today. Any war is a horrifying violation of everything the Lord Jesus Christ stands for and teaches. I love the Lord Jesus Christ and testify that His gospel is the only enduring solution for peace. Conferencegoers 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. What are some things for which we can give thanks to 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, Saintsand 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., 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. April 2023 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be held Saturday and Sunday, April 1 and 2. President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints waves to conferencegoers after Sunday afternoon session of the church's 192nd Annual General Conference in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, April 3, 2022. 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. With the power of the holy apostleship vested in me, I bless you in your quest to overcome this world. Learn about God and how He works. Attendees walk to 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. To download media files, please first review and agree to the Terms of Use. President Russell M. Nelson: 'Overcome the World and Find Rest' Watch the full session. Doctrine and Covenants 64:10; see also verse9. President Russell M. Nelson: The Power of Spiritual Momentum. Conferencegoers are seated 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 Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. Those blessings flow because He was lifted up upon the cross, and we are lifted up to Him and to the eternal blessings He offers us, he said. Elder Jalloh of Sierra Leone, Elder Chihono of Zimbabwe, Elder Shock of the United States and Elder Tavira of Mozambique watch the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. In June 2018. Cherish and honor your covenants above all other commitments. We have never needed positive spiritual momentum more than we do now, to counteract the speed with which evil and the darker signs of the times are intensifying. One of our greatest challenges today is distinguishing between the truths of God and the counterfeits of Satan. 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. The Savior has promised that if [we] forgive men their trespasses, [our] heavenly Father will also forgive [us].25. Conflict and the Gospel of Peace Sister Dennis said disciples of Christ should love others as Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ do. President Henry B. Eyring, Second Counselor in the First Presidency, conducted the session. By referring or linking you to this website, we do not endorse or guarantee this content, products, or services offered. Conferencegoers sing during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, April 3, 2022. The linked site has its own terms of use, privacy policies, and security practices that differ from those on our website. Spiritual momentum can help us withstand the relentless, wicked attacks of the adversary and thwart his efforts to erode our personal spiritual foundation.. . I bless you to increase your faith in Jesus Christ and learn better how to draw upon His power. I weep and pray for all who are affected by this conflict. 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). If you would like to stay on the page you are viewing please click Cancel. I repeat my call to end the conflicts in your life. Cleber Quadros, Janana Quadros, Lauren Mazzia, Daniel Camargo, Elizabeth Mazzia, Claudine Barbosa and Daniel Oliveira of the Timpview 5th Ward watch the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. The Salt Lake Utah temple during the 192nd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, April 3, 2022. Archbishop Assos Timoteo, of the Greek Orthodox Church, attends 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. Living and teaching the doctrine and principles of self-reliance. All rights reserved. Suggestion number 5: End conflict in your personal life. 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. Expressions of belief, hope and peace are fostered. Others are played out on the world stage. See Moroni 4:3; 5:2; Doctrine and Covenants 20:77, 79. Those who live the higher laws of Jesus Christ have access to His higher power. Nonetheless, we are presently living in what surely is a most complicated time in the history of the world. As you do, notice what happens to your positive spiritual momentum. The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square sings in 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. Ana Mara Arancibia and Carlos Ramrez of Antofagasta, Chile, watch the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. Leaders sing during a congregational hymn during the Sunday afternoon 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. It is a process that lasts a lifetime, not an event.. Isaiah 54:10, emphasis added; see also 3Nephi 22:10. Brothers and sisters, I know what Im suggesting is not easy. So I ask, what can ignite spiritual momentum? President Russell M. Nelson speaks during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference on April 3, 2022. Credit: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. President Russell M. Nelson speaks during the Sunday morning session of the 192nd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, April 3, 2022. Credit: Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News On Saturday morning, President Nelson said the message of Jesus Christ is the key to peace. Thus, covenant keepers are entitled to a special kind of rest that comes to them through their covenantal relationship with God. Cherish and honor your covenants above all other commitments. And yet, the Savior admonished us to forgive all men.3. But overcoming the world does mean that your resistance to sin will increase. That is why the Lord warned us to pray always, that [we] may conquer Satan, and escape the hands of the servants of Satan that do uphold his work.16, Moses provided an example of how to discern between God and Satan. Could there be a more fitting act of gratitude to Jesus Christ for His Atonement? We provide the link to this third party's website solely as a convenience to you. Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador. As you do so, I promise personal peace and a burst of spiritual momentum. Between now and then, I invite you to seek an end to a personal conflict that has weighed you down. Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke on how the Saviors great commission to preach the gospel can be accomplished through three simple principles: love, share and invite. President Russell M. Nelson, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, speaks during the Sunday afternoon 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. Because that is how we become like Jesus Christ, he answered. Posted June 6, 2022. My dear brothers and sisters, I am grateful to greet you on this glorious Sabbath morning. The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Sunday morning session of the October 2022 general conference of The Church . "Lazy learners and lax disciples . President Nelson said a covenant relationship with God binds us to him in a way that makes everything about life easier. He said that these covenant relationships and choosing to follow the doctrine of Christ are the keys to overcoming. testified of the healing power of the Savior. Accueil Uncategorized president russell m nelson diet. 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. Elder Gerrit W. Gong and Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles talk 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. It acts as a unifying and rallying force for shaping values and morality. He taught that those who make and keep covenants can find rest and overcome the world with the Saviors help. Strive to end conflict in your life. Making and keeping covenants makes life easier. 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. 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. Share what one loves about the gospel of Jesus Christ. President Russell M. Nelson of the First Presidency was the concluding speaker during the Sunday morning session of general conference at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, on April 3, 2022. Elder Ronald A. Rasband and his wife Sister Melanie Rasband leave 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. Invite others to come and see, come and serve, and come and belong.. They serving in the Sierra Leone Freetown Mission. President Russell M. Nelson, left, shakes hands with Lloyd Newell, who hosts Music & The Spoken Word, before 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 Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. Temple Square is always beautiful in the springtime. President Russell M. Nelson announced the locations for 17 new temples at the end of the Sunday afternoon session of the 192nd Annual General Conference. I so testify in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. In my dream, a woman then asked how someone who has broken his or her covenants can get back on that path. President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor in the First Presidency, conducted the session, held with a half-capacity congregation of about 10,000 in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. My dear brothers and sisters, with all the pleadings of my heart, I urge you to get on the covenant path and stay there. Ask Him to enlighten your mind and send the help you need. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Thank Him for the beauty of the earth, for the Restoration of the gospel, and for the countless ways He and His Son make Their power available to us here on this earth. Find rest from the intensity, uncertainty, and anguish of this world by overcoming the world through your covenants with God. Symbolizing Gods call and individual responses, it concludes: For many are called, but few are chosen (Matthew 22:14). Read more: President Nelson pleads for conflict to end, positive spiritual momentum to increase, taught about the faith, patience and refinement required. 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