This is one of the most powerful testimonies of Jesus Christ that I have found. He is our Lord, our God, and our King. This is a powerful talk given in the Oct 2012 LDS General Conference by Elder Jeffery R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Do you wish to increase, to continue? Jeffrey R. Holland is a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Two of my faves that kept me on the strait and narrow as a youth, “Spiritual Crocodiles” by (I BELIEVE), Boyd K. Packer (back in the ’70’s) and the classic, “Profile of a Prophet” by Hugh B. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland’s modification of Elder Neal A. Maxwell’s text; see Neal A. Maxwell, “Lest Ye Be Wearied and Faint in Your Minds,” Ensign, May 1991, 88. Note: This talk is frequently referred to colloquially as “Bruce R. McConkie’s Final Testimony.”, Notable quotes: “And now, as pertaining to this perfect atonement, wrought by the shedding of the blood of God—I testify that it took place in Gethsemane and at Golgotha, and as pertaining to Jesus Christ, I testify that he is the Son of the Living God and was crucified for the sins of the world. The tone of the book is softer, articles attacking false doctrines born of apostasy but not directly germane to Mormonism have been dropped, and eighty pages of new material have been added. Jan 30, 2015 - Talks, Images, and Quotes by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland—Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Talks Given By Elder Jeffrey R. Holland. Add it to those of Sister Beck and you have the real deal! . There really is light at the end of the tunnel. Ezra Taft Benson, who wrote the talk, asked that Gordon B. Hinckley read it in General Conference. It is interesting to note that his source notes in the last volumes of his Mortal Messiah series reference his earliest books of that same series more than any other source. Brown that I have as titled “This I Know.” The title could also be “The Greatest Character in All History.” I do not know where it was given or the date. Of The Seventy There are many great speaches and talks given in the more distant past by the general authorities that those who were born in this century are not aware of. “The Book of Mormon – Keystone of our Religion” by Ezra Taft Benson – Oct 1986 “Heresy one: There are those who say that God is progressing in knowledge and is learning new truths. And then this past conference Elder Holland who gave great hope for those who strive….. 50. I also love a couple of Maxwell talks that are etched in my mind…. Can anyone help me? This latter ordinance is the one we in the Church have come to associate most traditionally with the word sacrament, though it is technically only one of many such moments when we formally take the hand of God and feel his divine power.”, When: June 1, 1980 BYU devotional address. This talk could have been given at what then was “Rick’s College” in Idaho. Much was changed by way of tone: Things were simply said more appropriately, but the same things were said.”, There is a talk by Hugh B. Monson that fit your criteria. He reminds me of a modern day Orson Pratt. Every time we build the faith or reinforce the nobility of a young woman or man, every time we love or lead anyone even one small step along the path, we are true to our endowment and calling as mothers and in the process we build the kingdom of God. She blogs at www.breannaolaveson.com. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. “The report submitted to the First Presidency by Elder Spencer W. Kimball indicates that he checked changes made on fifty-six pages, all of which he approved. Oct 19, 2011 - None were with Him 179th General Conference talk given by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, it was a very emotional and wonderful talk given. And because no matter what any of them have ever said, I feel the spirit. And his talk from 2011 general conference I want to talk about some B’s. I believe that Elder Bednar’s Tender Mercies of the Lord is a classic. LOVIN IT!!! I hope that you mothers will realize that when all is said and done, you have no more compelling responsibility, nor any laden with greater rewards, than the nurture you give your children in an environment of security, peace, companionship, love and motivation to grow and do well.”, “With so much of sophistry that is passed off as truth, with so much of deception concerning standards and values, with so much of allurement and enticement to take on the slow stain of the world, we have felt to warn and forewarn. … I came across this talk last Saturday night when I needed to hear it most. “The Privilege of Prayer.”. Jeffrey Roy Holland (born December 3, 1940) is an American educator and religious leader. These two talks made a huge difference on my faith in Jesus Christ and my love of the Book of Mormon that helped me gain my Testimony – and keep it growing. North American DNA doesn’t shake out to Jewish, The Egyptian Hydrographics reported in the Desert News don’t translate into the book of Abraham, FBI reporting and showing the physical evidence the documents produced by Mark Hofmann (convicted Forger) and provided to the LDS church are fake (Attained by a raid by the FBI for a Museum forgery case. Her work has appeared in the Ensign, Liahona and New Era magazines, as well as Utah Valley Magazine, Utah Valley BusinessQ, Utah Valley Bride and the Provo Daily Herald. https://byui-media.ldscdn.org/byui_ft/devo_audio/1984_11_06_ADV_McConkie.mp3. I think it’s message about the humble of the earth, in this day of hyper interest in being a public figure, is very valuable. Although this is certainly not an exhaustive list, I am grateful for all of these talks and for the reminders of each of these topics. …. June 17, 2019 at 10:55 AM I thought it most deep and moving. Note: Sheri Dew’s popular talk teaches of the importance of motherhood from an eternal perspective, regardless of whether a woman has physically borne children. Here are some excerpts: — “There was some question [from the Brethren] about what business a Seventy had declaring the doctrine of the Church. The word “reprimand” is a little strong. I am listing below all Elder Jeffrey R. Holland’s talks, not just those that he gave when he was as a General Authority of the Church, but also those given by him before, with the links to the text, video, or audio available. I have many of those in my Classic talks folder and binder. ... We acknowledge and esteem your faith in every footstep. ... Makes You Think Mormon Life Elder Holland Forgiveness Jeffrey R. Holland Elder Holland,Forgiveness,Jeffrey R. Holland,Makes You … What a WONDERFUL talk. As a member of the Quorum of the Twelve, Holland is accepted by the church as a prophet, seer, and revelator. At the time of this call, Elder Holland was serving as a member of the First Quorum of the Seventy, to which he had been called on 1 April 1989. With a little research one will find a thorough explanation. It is the utmost extent of our desires. McConkie’s first edition of Mormon Doctrine has become a collectors’ book because it contains statements that were subsequently modified in the following edition after he was instructed to do so by the Church leaders. In President Spencer W Kimball’s biography, his son Edward reveals the aftermath of Bruce R McConkie’s ‘7 Deadly Heresies’ talk: ‘President Kimball was not doctrinaire, and he felt a need to interfere in doctrinal matters only when he saw strong statements of personal opinion as being divisive. Kimball called him in after his 7 Deadly Heresies speech at BYU. I enjoy collections of “10 best” talks, etc. October 20, 2012 at 11:31 AM Unknown said… Ahah. I liked these chosen talks, although I have others I also love. It is the Light of the World, the Bright and MorningStar, the ‘light that is endless, that can never be darkened.’ It is the very Son of God Himself. Actually he was reprimanded as per his biography…for his book ‘Mormon Doctrine’. But in all the revolutions and changes in the existence of men, in the eternal world which they inhabit, and in the knowledge they have obtained as people on the earth, there is no such thing as principle, power, wisdom, knowledge, life, position, or anything that can be imagined, that remains stationary—they must increase or decrease… Is’nt that a picture of President Hinckley above President Benson’s name? “I Testify” by Ezra Taft Benson – Oct 1988 Many of my most reread articles. J Devn Cornish Elder Glenn L. Pace,a member of the First Quorum of the Seventy, a BYU Devotional “The Divine Nature and Destiny of Women”, 9 March 2010 His remarks have often worried me as they are contrary to prophetic teachings. Lessons from Liberty Jail, Elder Holland. It would be especially interesting to know what resounded most with the list creator, and some background as to the “why.”, Just a note regarding President Hinckley’s picture where President Benson’s “Beware of Pride” talk is posted: the caption reads, “Ezra Taft Benson, who wrote the talk, asked that Gordon B. Hinckley read it in General Conference.”. I think this is one speech I need to add into this list it is the one thing that has given rise to the opportunity for the entire list constituted. Notable quotes: “Motherhood is not what was left over after our Father blessed His sons with priesthood ordination. It does not show up when I search the web. There is a great site http://www.votebestldstalks.com where you can vote on your favorite LDS talks that have strengthened your testimony. I agree it … Brought into my view many of the blessings of the Lord… Inspired and inspirational…. Discover several volunteer submitted questions below for your study or church class. … My declaration is that this is precisely what the gospel of Jesus Christ offers us,especially in times of need. Agree with you here, I have a statement from Elder Oak’s “The Challenge to Become” on my wall. He said the term “non-Mormon was unacceptable. Science attempts to tell us how it happened and to quit worrying about any apparent conflicts.,” Additionally on the subject, a formal appeal to the 1st Presidency by Elder McConkie’s Father in Law, Joseph Fielding Smith ( who had substantial influence on this strong anti evolution position) was made for the First Presidency to make an official declaration on Evolution, especially that there was “no death before the Fall” . … Also see other collected talks . I am not quite old enough to remember many talks that were given in the old conference building. Devotional given by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland on September 23, 2014. Frankly, it is difficult to take #2 heresy as sound doctrine as I have also hear Elder Oaks and others of the 12 state that we simply don’t know how the Lord created the world or how evolution played a part in it or not; To quote Elder Oaks: “The scriptures tell us why the Lord created the Earth. It is a great. They feel worthwhile as individuals if the numbers beneath them in achievement, talent, beauty, or intellect are large enough. Unless there is a mediator, unless we have a friend, the full weight of justice untempered, unsympathetic, must, positively must fall on us.The full recompense for every transgression, however minor or however deep, will be exacted from us to the uttermost farthing. “The Unwritten Order of Things” by Boyd K. Packer – BYU, Oct. 1996 Do you wish to possess kingdoms and thrones, principalities and powers; to exist, and continue to exist; to grow in understanding, in wisdom, in knowledge, in power, and in glory throughout an endless duration? With those words, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland invites every reader of his latest book to become a friend, to receive instruction and encouragement, counsel and comfort. One I like most of all is Hugh B Brown’s “profile of a Prophet” given at BYU in the 1950’s. I have never felt the spirit in a talk as strongly as I did when Elder McConkie bore his last testimony. His greatest care was that he stood by the living prophet. President Kimball responded to the uproar [caused by the devotional] by calling Elder McConkie in to discuss the talk. It helped me out and with all these teenagers (my sister and cousin included) worried about their weight and trying drastic measures, I can’t help but show them that talk in hopes it will help them the way it helped me. Jeffrey R. Holland on Finding Lost Sheep LDS Church Quotes Posted on December 10, 2011 by ldschurchquotes December 10, 2011 “As surely as the rescue of those in need was the general conference theme of October 1856, so too is it the theme of this conference and last conference and the one to come next spring. It is another in what appears to be a growing collection of books full of talks … I feel this will be a most appropriate use of my time for a good many days as I squeeze in the time. But know this: Truth, glorious truth, proclaims there is such a Mediator.”. It is interesting to note, however, that no suggestion was ever made that the title of the book be changed. you can link to it here and read or listen to it. I can’t believe you couldn’t find a single talk by Pres. Used by missionary for decades as a primer for investigators. He has the power, but it’s our test.”, When: Jan. 12, 1988 BYU devotional address. I felt the spirit strongly and believe he was witnessing truths the Savior would have witnessed if he were on earth today. Elder Hollands “To Young Women” should really be “To ALL Women”. I read so many comments here about McConkie being reprimanded and other such things. On Feb. 9, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland spoke at Stanford Memorial Church, counseling young adults from across the San Francisco Bay Area to pursue “the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ.” Elder Holland celebrated his 79th birthday on Dec. 3, 2019. On the night of the Savior’s birth, “the setting was as peaceful as nature could provide,” Elder Jeffrey R. Holland said during the First Presidency Christmas Devotional on Sunday, Dec. 6. Breanna Olaveson worked in the magazine industry before taking her writing from full-time to nap time with the birth of her first daughter. Prophetic. The previously undiscussed elephant in the LDS room of depression/anxiety/OCD, etc., needed to be brought out into the open. Great message. “And None Shall Offend Them” Elder Bednar. A good list, but it’s difficult for us to assess the impact of talks given before we were born. Brigham Young was one of those who taught the idea of eternal progression in knowledge. “Heresy six: There are those who believe or say they believe that Adam is our father and our god, that he is the father of our spirits and our bodies, and that he is the one we worship. Read More As we understand naturally, this is the conclusion we must come to, if a termination to the increase of life and the acquisition of knowledge is true. “The Divine Gift of Gratitude” by Thomas S. Monson – Oct 2010 I also know that it was his practice (because he told me I was to do the same) when you are getting scolded, you offer no excuses—you just take it. They are two eternal ideals that appear to contradict one another. He does, however, refer to “consider with you YOUNG PEOPLE this morning,” and “I come to you, YOUNG PEOPLE, to bear humble testimony.”, Here is another quote, “There is no life, to which anyone could refer you, from which you will get, the inspiration, guidance and help, that you may have, if you will become acquainted with Him.”. . Elder Holland addresses these powerful messages "to my friends who love the Lord," "to my friends who want to change," "to my friends who face opposition," and more. And that I trust more than anything. His talk “Swallowed up in the will of the Father” is one that everyone should listen to! Elder Jeffrey R. Holland. Jeffrey R. Holland – Remember just enough to avoid repeating the mistake → Jeffrey R. Holland – Repentance is not a foreboding word LDS Church Quotes Posted on March 17, 2013 by … He tests us by allowing us to be challenged. Is there no way for justice to be fully served, and mercy also? Other diagnostic studies are being done. You can read it here. Elder McConkie, no doubt, was a great zealot in the Kingdom, but he was not spot on. Young, JD, Vol 1, No. '”, Note: Years later, the Church made a popular Mormon Message out of this address. I also loved Sister Beck’s talk “Mother’s Who Know”. I was always sure that the Lord had the same goal in mind for him, but that the size of the classroom and the number of students were on a much grander scale than he was envisioning.1 Elder Hollands uniquely bold, passionate, and eloquent, yet down-to-earth style of teachin… And realizing that one is not alone in suffering from these things has also helped greatly. Timeless. Titled "Living after the Manner of Happiness". In a new video from Mormon Channel he continues to explore the topic and gives a message of hope to those … Please help them to walk in paths of truth and righteousness and keep them from the evils of the world. Never has there been a greater need for righteous mothers—mothers who bless their children with a sense of safety, security and confidence about the future, mothers who teach their children where to find peace and truth and that the power of Jesus Christ is always stronger than the power of the adversary. Packer gave a talk in the 70’s called “The balm of Gilead” which is another classic! In those moments, we can hear the voice of the Lord speaking to us individually. No doctrinal changes were made, however. THIS was a spot-on list! As President J. Reuben Clark Jr. declared, motherhood is ‘as divinely called, as eternally important in its place as the Priesthood itself.’”, “Recent horrifying events in the United States have underscored the fact that we live in a world of uncertainty. Amen! Prescient. I love how Jeffrey R. Holland points out that Christ would… As a representative of an older generation, I would humbly suggest that Elder Melvin J. Ballard’s sublime address on the Sacramental Covenant (reprinted in the January 1976 Ensign) is deserving of inclusion in any list of all-time great LDS sermons. also Elder Boyd K. Packer’s Priesthood Commemoration Fireside broadcast.”A Tribute to Women”, 7 May 1989 Atonement; Jesus Christ; plan of salvation; Sabbath; All topics (316) Jeffrey R. Holland. A very favorite!!! in fact, many of us have deeply personal spiritual experiences that others wouldn’t believe. Neal A. Maxwell’s BYU Devotional, Meeting the Challenges of Today, Oct. 10, 1978. As a consequence, Elder McConkie revised the talk for publication so as to clarify that he was stating personal views and not official Church doctrine.’ (Edward L. Kimball, Lengthen Your Stride: The Presidency of Spencer W. Kimball, Salt Lake City:Deseret Book, 2005). The words of this talk have been in contradiction to many truths that I personally know. Notable quotes: “In this latter sense, human intimacy is a sacrament, a very special kind of symbol. We are imperfect and mortal; he is perfect and immortal. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are counseled to study the words of the prophets and find in that study ways to become better disciples. There is, however, a far more common ailment among us—and that is pride from the bottom looking up. Only one who has fought against those ominous waves is justified in telling us—as well as the sea—to ‘be still.’”, When: September 1995 General Relief Society Meeting, Note: In this address, President Hinckley read the historic document “The Family: A Proclamation to the World.”, Notable quotes: “It is the home which produces the nursery stock of new generations. Content licensed under CC BY 4.0 unless otherwise noted. By: Jeffrey R. 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