Sat Morning
Elder Uchtdorf introduced this as a new resource for our youth (and everyone else)
a revised version of For the Strength of Youth
(What does For the Strength of Youth not do?)
Quote #2
Who said
‘Being one with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit is without doubt the ultimate in belonging’
Elder D. Todd Christofferson
(The doctrine of belonging has three parts:
the role of belonging in gathering the Lord’s covenant people,
the importance of service and sacrifice in belonging,
the centrality of Jesus Christ to belonging. )
Quote #11
Sister Craig spoke about Latter-day Saint women “dragging handcarts like beasts” across the Plains.
To be such men and women is the call of our day — “_____ who dig in and find the strength to keep pulling when called to walk through the wilderness, ____ with convictions that have been revealed to us by God, followers of Jesus who are joyful and wholehearted in our own personal journey of discipleship.”
Disciples
(What else did she share about being a disciple?)
Quote #13
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Russian
(What was Elder Renlund's message to us?)
Quote #16
He asked us to reflect upon four questions:
First, “Do I know and understand what a
testimony is?”
Second, “Do I know how to bear my testimony?”
Third, “What are the obstacles in sharing my
testimony?”
Fourth, “How do I keep my testimony?”
Who was Elder Stevenson
(How did he define a testimony?)
Quote #15
Elder Rasband shared:
"Pressing upon me “this day” is the importance of renewing our commitment to _________, which Joseph Smith called “the most correct of any book on earth.”
the Book of Mormon
(What advice did he give about sharing the Book of Mormon?)
Quote #4
Elder Ulisses Soares taught:
____ and ___ must ‘become one in thought, desire and purpose with our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, leading and guiding the family unit together’
"Husband and wife"
(What principle was he trying to teach?)
Quote #12
"...the work of creation is not an end in itself — it’s an integral part of God’s plan for His children. Its purpose is to provide the setting in which men and women
may be tested, exercise agency, find joy, learn and progress toward returning to live with God.
“These wonderful creations were prepared entirely for our benefit and are living proof of the love the Creator has for His children.
What is "earthly stewardship
(What else did he share?)
Quote #9
Sister Camille Johnson promised and invited:
I testify that the Savior is “the ____ and ____ of our faith.” Will you invite Him to be the ____ and ____ of your story?
Jesus Christ stands ready to use us as divine instruments, sharpened pencils in His hand, to write a masterpiece!
Author, Finisher
(Why do we want the Savior to be the author and the finisher of our stories?)
Quote #17
He said:
"When you sit with someone as their ministering sister or brother, you represent the Lord. Think of what He would do or say.
The Savior knows your struggles in detail. He knows your great potential to grow in faith, hope, and charity.
As my mother told me when I complained of how hard something was, Oh, Hal, of course it’s hard. It’s supposed to be. Life is a test."
Who is President Eyring?
(What encouragement did President Nelson provide?)
Quote #21
The church considers these two “Red” organizations as "key collaborators" in humanitarian relief efforts.
What are the Red Cross and the Red Crescent?
Also mentioned: UN World Food Programme, Catholic Relief Services, Muslim Aid, Water for People, IsraAID, etc
Quote #1
President Ballard said:
A ____ is someone who helps discover something new or as the act of preparing or leading others on a new path. Joseph Smith was a ____ as he helped in the Restoration of the Lord’s Church. Missionaries are ____ because they help others find the covenant path. President Nelson is a ____ by opening many lands for the preaching of the gospel. And the Savior “is the ultimate _____ in preparing the way.”
What is "pioneer"
(He spoke about pioneers of the past and present and the ways they have shown faith in Jesus Christ.)
Quote #8
This is the parable that Elder Andersen shared when discussing the “the children of the kingdom” growing side by side with "those who do not love God and do not keep His commandments."
What is the "Wheat and Tares"
(How do we keep ourselves from being pulled with the tares?)
Quote #10
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf promised:
We can navigate our way through the darkness and trials of this life and find our way back to our loving Heavenly Father if we seek and accept the spiritual ________ He has provided, embrace personal, revelation and strive for daily restoration. This is how we become true disciples of our beloved Savior, Jesus Christ.
Landmarks
(And what are these landmarks?)
Quote #18
He quoted his great-great-grandfather Heber C. Kimball, who taught, “Let me say to you, that many of you will see the time when you will have all the trouble, trial and persecution that you can stand, and plenty of opportunities to show that you are true to God and His work.”
Who was Quentin L Cook?
(What else did Elder Kimball say?)
Quote #16
President Nelson taught (what word is missing):
"Many on earth today “are only kept from the ____ because they know not where to find it.” Some would have us believe that ____ is relative—that each person should determine for himself or herself what is ____. Such a belief is but wishful thinking for those who mistakenly think they will not also be accountable to God."
truth
(What is the source of all truth?)
Quote #5
Sister Kristin Yee said:
___ing “can be one of the most difficult things we ever do and one of the most divine things we ever experience. On the path of ____ness, Jesus Christ’s atoning power can flow into our lives and begin to heal the deep crevasses of the heart and soul.”
What is "forgiving", "forgiveness"
(how should we handle the process of forgiveness?)
Quote #6
Elder Pearson said:
"The sacramental blessing on the bread reads,
“ ‘And witness unto thee, O God, the Eternal Father,
that they are ____ to take upon them the name of
thy Son.’ ... How many times have we witnessed unto
God that we are ____? "
What is "willing"
(What did Elder Pearson say about being "willing?)
Quote #14
Who said: "My dear brothers and sisters, these are the latter days. If you and I are to withstand the forthcoming perils and pressures, it is imperative that we each have a firm spiritual foundation built upon the rock of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ."
President Russell M. Nelson
(How do we reinforce our spiritual foundation?)
Quote #19
Elder Olsen said:
When we have questions or doubts, we may feel that the solutions are too complex or that finding answers is too confusing. May we remember that ___, even the father of all lies, is the architect of confusion.
The ___ is the Master of simplicity.
the adversary, Savior
(What did President Nelson say on this topic?)
Quote #19
He compared the way that personal revelation works to the framework for airplane pilots (ie air traffic controllers), which allows them to accomplish miraculous objectives.
Who was Elder Renlund?
(What were the four points outlined in that framework?)
Quote #3
Elder Paul Johnson said:
"Like a cancer patient who needs the help of a bone marrow donor to save his or her life, no one is capable of cleansing himself or herself from sin. “It is only possible through ____ ”
I used to pass over this verse, thinking the word ____ was not very elegant or spiritual, not grand enough to pair with “my soul.” Yet I have learned that the word ____ is used in the scriptures 2,354 times."
"...the Savior Jesus Christ and His infinite Atonement.”
(What is required of us?)
Quote #7
Elder Silva taught:
The holy scriptures teach us, “____ is knowledge of things as they are, and as they were, and as they are to come” (Doctrine and Covenants 93:24).
The knowledge of the ____ does not make us better than other people, but it teaches us what we must do to return to God’s presence.
What is "truth"
(What are some sources of truth?)
Quote #20
Who said: "...we know that world peace and harmony are not prevalent in our day. In my lifetime, I have never seen a greater lack of civility. We are bombarded with angry, contentious language and provocative, devastating actions that destroy peace and tranquility. "
Elder Quentin L. Cook
(What are some of the “works of righteousness” that will help us deal with contention and find peace in this world?)
Quote #20
President Nelson announced 18 new temples, including one in ___ Washington.
(What did he say regarding temples?)
Quote #18