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Brother Bradley R. Wilcox, 2nd counselor in the General Young Men presidency, taught “God’s message is that worthiness is not ____________. Worthiness is being honest and trying.” Can you fill in the blank?
“God’s message is that worthiness is not FLAWLESSNESS. Worthiness is being honest and trying.”
One of the apostles taught about the divine gift of God's love and that, “As we abide in God’s love we depend less and less on the approval of others." Which apostle said this?
D. Todd Christofferson
Elder Sean Douglas told the story of five year old Ruby who had already faced many trials in life. She was set to have surgery to fix a deformed hand. When asked if she was scared, what did Ruby reply?
“I’m happy! I know Jesus will hold my hand.”
Sister Camille N. Johnson, General Primary President, talked about stories, particularly our personal life stories. She used two examples from the Old Testament of people who let God write their stories. Name one of them.
David and Esther
"My message concerns good and religious-minded people who have stopped attending or participating in their churches. When I say “churches,” I include synagogues, mosques, or other religious organizations. We are concerned that attendance in all of these is down significantly, nationwide. If we cease valuing our churches for any reason, we threaten our personal spiritual life, and significant numbers separating themselves from God reduce His blessings to our nations." He concluded his message by inviting all good people to continue participating in church services wherever they go. Who gave this invitation?
President Dallin H. Oaks
Elder Vaiangina Sikahema spoke about a type of order that is a simple, natural, and effective way for the Lord to teach His children important principles. Can you fill in the blank? “If you choose to live your life out of _________, you will find life more difficult and chaotic."
“If you choose to live your life out of SEQUENCE, you will find life more difficult and chaotic."
Elder Quentin L. Cook taught that personal peace can be achieved if we follow the teachings of Jesus Christ. He gave five examples of those teachings. Name one.
1. Love God, live His commandments and forgive everyone. 2. Seek the fruits of the Spirit. 3. Exercise agency to choose righteousness. 4. Build Zion in our hearts and homes. 5. Follow the current admonitions of the Prophet.
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf told about scientists confirming the theory that people who are lost walk in circles. He said, “Without the help of landmarks to guide us, we inevitably deviate off course and end up in places we never thought we would be.” He then showed a picture. What was the picture of?
A car in a pool or fountain of water
Sister Susan H. Porter, 1st counselor in the General Primary Presidency, taught that when you know and understand something it changes EVERYTHING. What must we know and understand?
“When you know and understand how completely you are loved as a child of heavenly parents, it changes everything.”
President Russell M. Nelson invited us to look for three things at this conference. Can you list two of them?
*DOUBLE POINTS IF YOU CAN NAME ALL THREE*
Pure truth, pure doctrine of Christ, pure revelation
Elder Gary E. Stevenson taught, “It has been said that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is simply beautiful, and ___________ _______.”
“It has been said that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is simply beautiful, and BEAUTIFULLY SIMPLE.”
Elder Ronald A. Rasband listed seven things of his soul. Name four of them. *DOUBLE POINTS IF YOU CAN NAME ALL OF THEM.*
1. Love God the Father and Jesus Christ, our Savior 2. Love thy neighbor 3. Love yourself 4. Keep the commandments 5. Always be worthy to attend the temple 6. Be joyful and cheerful 7. Follow God’s living prophet
Sister Bonnie H. Cordon shared the story of watching her son play soccer. He was the goalie in charge of guarding the net. What did her son do during the game?
He got distracted and looped his arms and legs through holes in the net until he was stuck and couldn’t defend the goal.
At President Nelson’s direction, Sister Sharon Eubank, 1st counselor in the General Relief Society presidency, reported about how the Church is responding to a variety of global needs. She shared four examples to illustrate the efforts. Name one of them.
*DOUBLE POINTS IF YOU CAN MENTION 2 OF THEM*
1. COVID-19 relief in South Africa, 2. the sewing of head coverings for refugees from Afghanistan, 3. a young woman in Haiti lifting others after the earthquake, and 4. missionaries in Germany answering a Catholic shopkeeper’s prayers after flooding.
President Russell M. Nelson taught powerfully about the temple and our reinforcing our spiritual foundations. What specific invitation did he give to those that don't yet love to attend the temple?
"If you don’t yet love to attend the temple, go more often—not less. Let the Lord, through His Spirit, teach and inspire you there. I promise you that over time, the temple will become a place of safety, solace, and revelation."
Elder Ulisses Soares taught “One of the most striking principles taught by the Savior during His earthly ministry was treating others with __________.” Can you fill in the blank?
Elder Ulisses Soares taught “One of the most striking principles taught by the Savior during His earthly ministry was treating others with COMPASSION.”
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland closed his talk by quoting this beloved hymn that was in the old hymnbook (before the green one), “Here's my heart, O take and seal it, seal it for thy courts above.” Name the hymn.
Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing
"O to grace how great a debtor daily I'm constrained to be! Let thy goodness like a fetter, bind my wandering heart to thee Prone to wander Lord I feel it, prone to leave the God I love Here's my heart, O take and seal it, seal it for thy courts above"
Elder Gong shared a New Testament story about two sons and how we should "open our hearts, our understanding, compassion, and humility, and see ourselves in both roles." What is the story called in the New Testament?
The Prodigal Son, "Like the first son or daughter, we may wander and later seek to return home. God waits to welcome us. And like the other son or daughter, we are gently entreated by God to rejoice together as we each come home to Him."
Sister Bonnie H. Cordon, General Young Women President, pointed to two truths that are foundational to a young man or young woman’s “grand and glorious work” that were shared with her by President Russell M. Nelson. Name one of those truths.
1. For a person to know who they are 2. For a person to know their purpose and not get distracted
Elder Dale G. Renlund taught about avoiding contention by approaching disagreements with meekness, patience, and kindness. He said, "If we are unable to place our discipleship to Jesus Christ above personal interests and viewpoints, we should reexamine our priorities and ________." What did he invite us to do?
"If we are unable to place our discipleship to Jesus Christ above personal interests and viewpoints, we should reexamine our priorities and CHANGE."
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland shared this story from the New Testament and then said, “With or without riches, each of us is to come to Christ with the same uncompromised commitment to His gospel that was expected of this young man... In the vernacular of today’s youth, we are to declare ourselves “_______ _____.” Can you fill in the blank?
"In the vernacular of today’s youth, we are to declare ourselves “ALL IN.”
President M. Russell Ballard recounted the story from the New Testament after the Savior’s Resurrection where Peter and the other disciples’ fishing net was miraculously filled. After they had all dined on the shore, Jesus asks Peter this question that was the subject of his talk. What is the question?
“Lovest thou me more than these?”
Elder Brent H. Nielson told the story of his father who had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Even though the Nielson family fasted and prayed for him to be healed, he was not. Elder Nielson said, “The Old Testament teaches of an aromatic spice or ointment used for healing wounds that was made from a bush grown in Gilead…. Through literature, music and art, the Savior Jesus Christ has often been referred to as the ____ __ ______ because of His remarkable healing power. . . The ____ __ ______ worked for the Nielson family, not in the way that we had supposed, but in an even more significant way that has blessed and continues to bless our lives.” Fill in the blanks (same phrase).
“Through literature, music and art, the Savior Jesus Christ has often been referred to as the BALM OF GILEAD because of His remarkable healing power. . . The BALM OF GILEAD worked for the Nielson family, not in the way that we had supposed, but in an even more significant way that has blessed and continues to bless our lives.”
Sister Sharon Eubank, 1st counselor in the General Relief Society presidency taught, “As baptized members of the Church, we are under covenant to care for those in need. Our individual efforts don’t necessarily require money or faraway locations; but they do require the guidance of the Holy Spirit and a willing heart to say to the Lord: ____ __ _ ____ __” Isaiah responded with this exact phrase when he Lord asked "Who will go for us?" Fill in the blanks.
'Here am I, send me.’
Elder David A. Bednar said, “Covenant promises and blessings are possible only because of our Savior, Jesus Christ. He invites us to look to Him, come unto Him, learn of Him and bind ourselves to Him through the covenants and ordinances of His restored gospel.” What doctrinal mastery verse teaches this truth? It begins, “Look unto me in every thought…”
Doctrine and Covenants 6:36
Elder Neil L. Andersen spoke of using the correct name of the church. “Christians, who are not among our membership, will welcome our role and our sure witness of Christ. Even those Christians who have viewed us with skepticism, will one day embrace us as friends. In these coming days, we will be called by ___ ____ __ _____ ______.” Can you fill in the blank.
“Christians, who are not among our membership, will welcome our role and our sure witness of Christ. Even those Christians who have viewed us with skepticism, will one day embrace us as friends. In these coming days, we will be called by THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST.” Can you fill in the blank.
Elder Gary E. Stevenson shared four divinely appointed responsibilities that are simple, inspirational, motivating and doable. Name one of those responsibilities.
1. Living the gospel of Jesus Christ 2. Caring for those in need 3. Inviting all to receive the gospel 4. Uniting families for eternity
Elder Moisés Villanueva told the story of a missionary who lost his mother and younger brother in a tragic accident. Instead of going home for the funeral the elder decided to stay and finish his mission. A while later the missionary’s bike was stolen and the thieves had injured him with a knife. What state did Elder Villanueva and his companion find the missionary when they met him at the hospital?
The missionary was smiling while waiting to go into surgery. While he was recuperating he passed out pamphlets and copies of the Book of Mormon to the doctors, nurses, and other patients.
Sister Susan H. Porter quoted the second verse to this sacrament hymn written by Eliza R. Snow, “His precious blood he freely spilt; His life he freely gave.” Name the hymn.
How Great the Wisdom and the Love hymn 195
"How great the wisdom and the love, That filled the courts on high, And sent the Savior from above, To suffer, bleed, and die!"
President Henry B. Eyring taught that faith in Jesus Christ is the key to receiving revelation. He concluded his message by inviting us to "Ask Heavenly Father for the faith in Jesus Christ you need to ______ & ______ ______________ that will allow the Holy Ghost to be your constant companion." Fill in the blank.
"Ask Heavenly Father for the faith in Jesus Christ you need to MAKE & KEEP COVENANTS that will allow the Holy Ghost to be your constant companion."