President Nelson thanked all those who have turned the COVID-19 pandemic into the Churchs largest humanitarian project to date, in an Aug. 16 Facebook post. Doctrine and Covenants 88:118; emphasis added. March 2016 Exercising more and more that faith will surround you with ever increasing levels of peace amid the turmoil to come. You have shown that in difficult circumstances, you bravely carry on. Life without God is a life filled with fear. Unless you opt to spend a lot of time on a particular quote, try to pick around 2 questions per quote. Available now at DeseretBook.com. Sisters, you have all been absolutely heroic! They need to be disentangled from the urgencies of the here and now. Peace So even amid doom and gloom, I love that the prophet said brighter days await. My dear sisters, I am honored to be with you. 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? Lisia Gassant hugs son Marcus, 9, as they listen to the 190th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from their home in West Valley City on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020. You may also like:5 principles of revelation taught by Elder Bednar and Elder Johnson, Young women around the world repeat the phrase found in the Young Women Theme, I am a beloved daughter of heavenly parents, with a divine nature and eternal destiny., In general conference, President Nelson gave an insight into part of that divine nature. Once again, you have proven that you are literally the hope of Israel! Exercising more and more that faith will surround you with ever increasing levels of peace amid the turmoil to come. April 2022 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. The Book of Mormonisourlatter-daysurvival guide. 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. The Lord Jesus Christ directs the affairs of His Church, and it will achieve its divine objectives.. December 2015 You are about to access Constant Contacts (http://visitor.constantcontact.com). And the first principle President Nelson examines is creating places of security. August 2018 November 2020 They bring an anticipation of an upcoming holiday season. He warned that in our day mens hearts [would fail] themand that even the very elect would be at risk of being deceived. Then live and watch for these promises to be fulfilled in your own life.. We have undertaken a major project to extend the life and capacity of the Salt Lake Temple. You have demonstrated that once again this year. The Book of Mormonisourlatter-daysurvival guide. , 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. Life Of Meaning Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Ponder these promises. General Conference See Matthew 24:24; Joseph SmithMatthew 1:22. September 2018 Moving forward, embracing the future with faith, seeing turbulent times as opportunities to thrive spiritually and choosing to let God prevail in our lives. Possible Questions: What are some sobering events and conditions in our time which concern you right now? My dear sisters, we haveso muchto look forward to! The Lord has promised that if we will ask, we may receive revelation upon revelation.20I promise that as you increase your capacity to receive revelation, the Lord will bless you with increased direction for your life and with boundless gifts of the Spirit. Sharon Eubank The Book of Mormon is our latter-day survival guide. The Lord told us how with simple, but stunning, reassurance: If ye are prepared ye shall not fear.7, What a promise! Yet the Lord has also provided a vision of how remarkable this dispensation is. Please, keep going! The Lord told us how with simple, but stunning, reassurance: "If ye are prepared ye shall not fear" [Doctrine and Covenants 38:30]. Further, you have a divine endowment that enables you to build faith in others in compelling ways. View President Nelson Readings.docx from FDREL 333 at Brigham Young University, Idaho. And you can ponder sincere questions about the gospel in an environment of revelation. My dear sisters, I am honored to be with you. We look forward to commemorating the birth of Christ just as we anxiously anticipate when He will come again. April 2021 Vision 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. October 2014 November 2019 Christmas Few things build faith more than does regular immersion in the Book of Mormon. the answer to conflict is faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, how Joseph Smith, a 14-year-old boy, was taught to be a prophet, COVID-19 pandemic has become the largest-ever humanitarian project, the University of Utah honored President Nelson. I promise that as we create places of security, prepare our minds to be faithful to God, and never stop preparing, God will bless us. 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. Christ Of course, our ultimate security comes as we yoke ourselves to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ! I marvel at your strength and your faith. 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! Full Life: Heart Admittedly, the Lord has spoken of our day in sobering terms. 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. VIDEO: Embrace the Future with Faith | President Nelson, New chart showing First Presidency and Quorum of the 12 Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | October 2022, Sister Tracy Browning is the first Black woman to ever give a talk at the Latter-day Saint #GeneralConference, FREE General Conference Packet from LDS Daily (printables, coupons, and more! Receiving personal revelation is one of the greatest of those blessings. 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. April 2017 Embrace the Future with Faith (excerpts), New Era, November 2020, 6. In a world where faith leaders serve their February 2021 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. By doing so, President Hinckley underscored the irreplaceable influence of women in the Lords plan. And yet, amid these sobering terms and perilous times, President Nelsons address spoke of a glorious future. For example, my husband ordered more security cameras and we are thinking about items like generators, a better gate and stronger locks on doors. I invite you, my dear sisters, to create a home that is a place of security. Let us not spin our wheels in the memories of yesterday. Over the past several months, women of the Church have shown that in difficult circumstances, they bravely carry on. Jeffrey R Holland Gordon B Hinckley Further, you have a divine endowment that enables you to build faith in others in compelling ways.21 And you never stop. posts and dont engage with trolls. Thinking You have been on my mind so often during these past few months. He never stopped. But I am even more concerned about your spiritual and emotional preparation. Reformat And Reboot We welcome comments, however there are some guidelines: You have found new ways to make the Sabbath a delight. (LogOut/ Zion. He talked about the three principles to embrace the future with faith. 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. Face To Face March 2021 Joy in the Journey Radio offers many free resources to help LDS singles everywhere, but it certainly isn't free! Neil Andersen Create a password that only you will remember. And then the Apostle Paul shares how the unfeigned faith of Eunice and Lois influenced their son and grandson, Timothy. These stories epitomize three ways that President Nelson suggested we can prepare to embrace the future with faith - by creating places of security, by preparing our minds to be faithful to God, and by continuing to prepare and never giving up. Natural Mindset Here President Nelson is counseling us if we are prepared both physically and spiritually we can have wonder and joy. Once again, you have proven that you are literally the hope of Israel! President Nelson wrote about the sacred and sanctifying privilege that taking the sacrament is, in a May 28 Instagram post. Having places of security means always preparing them. February 2019 They and Their holy angels are watching over us.. How are we to deal with both the somber prophecies and the glorious pronouncements about our day? What can we do to counteract those feelings? Now, I would love to know what you have learned this year. The adversary never stops attacking. Faith In a Sept. 20 Instagram post, President Russel M. Nelson taught that not even a pandemic can keep the Lord from embracing His children. This has been an unforgettable evening. As you prepare to embrace the future with faith, these promiseswillbe yours! August 2014 You may also like: Elder Holland addresses fear of the future in new message. Joy Some questioned the need for taking such extraordinary measures. Assumptions The guidance and directives from this talk are eye-opening. 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. June 2015 Focus Determines Reality Reading President Nelsons statement alongside President Hinckleys comment made it even more significant to me. 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.. How prepared do you feel right now? You have not only the numbers but the spiritual power to change the world. Opportunity Embrace the Future with Faith Video Content. 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. Quentin L Cook 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. Michael A Dunn President Nelson taught, Our ultimate security comes as we yoke ourselves to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ! Family History Journey Emotionally self-reliant? Similarly, as turmoil rages aroundus,we need to create places whereweare safe, both physically and spiritually. Create Places of Security Turbulent times are opportunities for us to thrive spiritually. The more self-reliant we aretemporally, emotionally, and spirituallythe more prepared we are to thwart Satans relentless assaults. Let us not spin our wheels in the memories of yesterday. Citing sex offender treatment, judge gives Idaho Falls man rider for child sex abuse, Idaho Falls man reportedly kidnapped ex-girlfriend, House committee hears three new school choice proposals day after Senate kills prior one, Michigan man arrested in Idaho Falls with nearly 6 pounds of drugs, Woodruff Avenue and 17th Street to go through months of construction. June 2014 Atonement You have used technology to connect with family and friends, to minister to those who have felt isolated, and to study Come, Follow Me with others. Are you seeking and receiving the personal revelation you need in your life? Its glories are past description, and its grandeur unsurpassable., Now,grandeurmay not be the word you would choose to describe these past few months! How are we to deal with both the somber prophecies and the glorious pronouncements about our day? Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Help Joy in the Journey Radio in its mission to improve the lives of LDS singles by donating today. Likewise, the stakes of Zion are a refuge from the storm13because they are led by those who hold priesthood keys and exercise priesthood authority. Russell M Nelson Have the current world conditions opressed some of your perspectives? 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. All rights reserved. The gathering of Israel moves forward. The Lord has promised that if we will ask, we may receive revelation upon revelation.I promise that as you increase your capacity to receive revelation, the Lord will bless you with increased direction for your life and with boundless gifts of the Spirit. 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