They need to be disentangled from the urgencies of the here and now. Opportunity Please, keep going! November 2015 January 2015 By creating places of security, preparing minds to be faithful and never stop preparing, the Lord will speak peace to our souls and grant us great faith., In a Church News article on counsel during the COVID-19 pandemic, President Russell M. Nelson and his counselors in the First Presidency reaffirmed that, President Nelson and his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, recently celebrated his, During a 2020 Mission Leadership Seminar address on June 26, President Nelson detailed, In a joint op-ed column published on June 8 by the online platform Medium, President Russell M. Nelson and senior leaders of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. . Gary E Stevenson See Matthew 24:24; Joseph SmithMatthew 1:22. David A Bednar April 2019 For more information on the use of the name of the Church, go to our online. Then, when metaphorical earthquakes rock our lives, we can stand steadfast and immovable because of our faith.17. Have you grown closer to the Lord, or do you feel further away from Him? March 2020 Why are we able to thrive spiritually during difficult times? Your email address will not be published. We praise and pray for all who work tirelessly to safeguard the health of others. February 2015 As you continue to follow the counsel of those whom the Lord has authorized to guide you, you will feel greater safety. August 2018 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. My dear sisters, we have so much to look forward to! This has been an unforgettable evening. For decades, the Lords prophets have urged us to store food, water, and financial reserves for a time of need. . You can also check out several otherGeneral Conference Talks with 5 Highlights. March 2016 It is one that can literally change the way we see our future. And then the Apostle Paul shares how the unfeigned faith of Eunice and Lois influenced their son and grandson, Timothy. September 2021 Be Proactive: Report abusive February 2020 With another General Conference just around the corner, I thought placing the return-to-Conference program for this month just before the new Conference could help us prepare. So when President Nelson said we embody those hopes, it really feels like a loved one is paying tribute to each of us, which in turn, makes my resolve even stronger to live up to those hopes. Stories June 2021 President Russell M. Nelson speaks during the women's session of the 190th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020. Credit: Screenshot President Russell M. Nelson mug Credit: Intellectual Reserve, Inc. Possible Questions: What are some sobering events and conditions in our time which concern you right now? Faith in Jesus Christ increases every time it is exercised. Once again, you have proven that you are literally the hope of Israel! You have demonstrated that once again this year. Life with God is a life filled with peace. May 2019 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. LifewithoutGod is a life filled with fear. Your vigilance in safeguarding your homes and instilling faith in the hearts of your loved ones will reap rewards for generations to come. Philosophy President Nelson Readings Talk #1 1. we to deal with both the somber prophecies and the glorious pronouncements about our day? Support The Lord taught us how to increase our faith by seeking learning,even by study and also by faith.18We strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ as we strive to keep His commandments and always remember him.19Further, our faith increases every time weexerciseour faith in Him. Michelle Craig August 2022 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. Its prophets, as inspired by the Lord, saw our day and selected the doctrine and truths that would helpusmost. November 2017 Possible Discussion Activity: President Nelson bestows a positive, hopeful outlook during a bleak time how does it make you feel? He knew you would grasp the grandeur of His work and be eager to help bring it to pass. Wow this really sent our own household into action! 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 . They bring an anticipation of an upcoming holiday season. Let us not spin our wheels in the memories of yesterday. Moroni fortified every Nephite city with embankments, forts, and walls. I so testify, with my expression of loveforyou and my confidenceinyou, in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. August 2014 Choose wisely! 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. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. So even amid doom and gloom, I love that the prophet said brighter days await. 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. Let us not just endure this current season. No other book testifies of Jesus Christ with such power and clarity. How you think creates the life you live. 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. He also reminded them of the Lords promise that if ye are prepared, ye shall not fear (Doctrine and Covenants 38:30) and urged all to take steps to be more temporally, spiritually and emotionally prepared. Focus Determines Reality While President Nelson expressed joy for the opportunity and ability to gather virtually for the conference, he also expressed sorrow to all those impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters and other hardships. He told the Prophet Joseph Smith that peace [would] be taken from the earthand calamities would befall mankind. 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. Howarewe to deal with both the somber prophecies and the glorious pronouncements about our day? Susan H Porter Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Have you grown closer to the Lord, or do you feel further away from Him? Truthful: Don't lie about anyone or anything. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. *General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) occurs semi-annually and is intended for the world to hear. Ponder these promises. I dont know about you, but when President Nelson said that I felt his personal love for each of us. October 2015 Exercising more and more that faith will surround you with ever increasing levels of peace amid the turmoil to come. In the October 2020 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, President Russell M Nelson talked in the Womens Session of General Conference about embracing the future with faith. I love the words used in this statement from the prophet and this statement from a former Relief Society General President. Heneverbecame complacent. Here are some of my takeaways. I love my copy of The General Conference Addresses Journal Edition. They and Their holy angels are watching over us.. LifewithGod is a life filled with peace. Receiving personal revelation is one of the greatest of those blessings. See The Family: A Proclamation to the World, ChurchofJesusChrist.org. View President Nelson Readings.docx from FDREL 333 at Brigham Young University, Idaho. Unity He said, You have a divine endowment that enables you to build faith in others in compelling ways., Attached to this statement is a footnote which shares, The Apostle Paul signaled this reality when he attributed Timothys unfeigned faith to his mother, Eunice, and his grandmother Lois (see 2 Timothy 1:5).. Joy Family So to me, it seemed only fitting that I study President Russell M. Nelsons talk Embrace the Future with Faith by the light of my little Christmas tree during the first week of December. The current pandemic has reinforced the wisdom of that counsel. To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. When I am filled with that Spirit, my soul is satisfied, and I can say in good earnest, that the trifling things of the day do not seem to stand in my way at all. The Lord has spoken of this modern day with somber prophecies and glorious pronouncements and reassured, If ye are prepared ye shall not fear.. 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. As commander of the Nephite armies, Captain Moroni prepared his people in three essential ways. You embody the hopes that President GordonB. Hinckley had for you when he introduced The Family: A Proclamation to the World 25 years ago in the September 1995 general Relief Society meeting.1 It is significant that he chose to introduce this important proclamation to the sisters of the Church. Available now at DeseretBook.com. So, we can never stop preparing!. racist or sexual language. How are you exercising your faith? Posts Tagged 'Russell M. Nelson - Embrace the Future with Faith' Women's Session of General Conference October 2020- Embrace the Future with Faith. May 2016 Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Let us know what you learned in the comments below!! Bradley R Wilcox How might you increase these blessings in your own life? Are you seeking and receiving the personal revelation you need in your life? The adversary never stops attacking. Empower people. By referring or linking you to this website, we do not endorse or guarantee this content, products, or services offered. Don't Threaten: Of course, our ultimate security comes as we yoke ourselves to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ!, The adversary never stops attacking. I marvel at your strength and your faith. So how are you preparing your mind to create places of security? Jeffrey R Holland Adrian Ochoa I bless you with an increased desire and ability to obey the laws of God. He continued, I promise that as you do, you will be showered with blessings, including greater courage, increased personal revelation, sweeter harmony in your homes and joy, even amid uncertainty.. We have undertaken a major project to extend the life and capacity of the Salt Lake Temple. Self-talk Its prophets, as inspired by the Lord, saw our day and selected the doctrine and truths that would helpusmost. It has all the text of the General Conference addresses from October 2020 in one spiral-bound paperback. For example, my husband ordered more security cameras and we are thinking about items like generators, a better gate and stronger locks on doors. 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