General conference
In President Timothy L. Farnes’ talk, “Divine Appointments,” why was the young missionary at the airport crying and holding an alarm clock?
He was terrified because it was his first time flying alone to his mission, and he was afraid of missing his flight.
When Nephi's father commanded him to return to Jerusalem to obtain the brass plates, what did Nephi say the Lord would always provide when He gives a commandment?
1 Nephi 3:7
A way for people to accomplish what He commands them.
When God instructed Noah to build the ark, what material did He tell Noah to use, and what was he told to put on the inside and outside to make it waterproof?
Genesis 6:14–16
Gopher wood, covered with pitch inside and outside.
When Jesus called Peter and Andrew to follow Him, what were they doing for work, and what did Jesus promise to make them?
Matthew 4:18–20
They were fishermen casting their nets into the sea. Jesus promised to make them fishers of men.
What was President Russel M Nelson's job before being called as an apostle?
Heart Surgeon
President Oaks taught that there are two different methods of gaining knowledge. What are they?
Talk name: The Gospel of Jesus Christ Is for All
What are the scientific method and the spiritual method (faith, scriptures, inspired teachings, and personal revelation)?
King Benjamin taught that when we serve other people, who are we actually serving?
Mosiah 2:17
God.
When Moses stretched his hand over the Red Sea, what did the Lord use to divide the waters, and what stood on either side of the Israelites as they crossed?
Exodus 14:21–22
A strong east wind divided the sea, and the waters stood like walls on their right and left.
Zacchaeus wanted to see Jesus as He passed through Jericho. Why couldn't he see over the crowd, and what did he do to solve the problem?
Luke 19:1–6
He was short, so he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus.
What was Dallin H Oak's job before being called as an apostle?
Justice of the Utah Supreme Court
In Elder Neil L. Andersen’s talk “Courage Born of Our Faith in Jesus Christ,” he shared the experience of a 17-year-old girl in Zimbabwe who discovered a pamphlet about Joseph Smith. What did she do after reading it, and how did her decision eventually influence her family?
She gained a testimony of Joseph Smith, was taught by missionaries, and was baptised. Her example eventually helped her parents join the Church 19 years later.
When wicked men scattered King Lamoni's sheep, what did Ammon suggest the servants do instead of giving up?
Alma 17:26–33
Search for the scattered sheep, gather them together and bring them back to the watering place.
When Gideon led his 300 men against the Midianites, what three things did his men use to create confusion in the enemy camp?
Judges 7:16–22
Trumpets, empty pitchers (jars), and lamps (torches) hidden inside the pitchers.
When Peter walked on the water toward Jesus, what caused him to begin sinking, and what did he immediately cry out?
Matthew 14:25–31
He became afraid when he saw the strong wind and began to sink. He cried, 'Lord, save me.'
President Dieter F. Uchtdorf came from which European country, and what was his profession before becoming a General Authority?
Germany, and an airline pilot
In her talk “God Is at Your Side,” Sister Spannaus shared an experience when her GPS gave her incorrect directions while driving to the dentist. What did she do to find her way, and what spiritual lesson did she teach from this experience?
She called her husband, who guided her after learning her exact location. Similarly, Heavenly Father knows exactly where we are in life and can guide us through our challenges.
Helaman compared the devil's temptations to mighty winds, shafts in the whirlwind and hail. Upon what foundation did he tell his sons to build so these storms would have no power over them?
Helaman 5:12
The rock of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
Before fighting Goliath, David tried on King Saul's armour. Why did he remove it, and what weapon did he ultimately use to defeat Goliath?
1 Samuel 17:38–40, 48–50
He had not tested or become accustomed to the armour. He defeated Goliath using a sling and a stone.
When Peter was imprisoned and guarded by soldiers, what three things happened when an angel appeared to help him escape?
Acts 12:5–11
His chains fell off his hands, he was led past the guards, and the iron gate of the city opened by itself.
Before becoming the prophet, President Russell M. Nelson was a heart surgeon who helped develop what life-saving medical machine?
heart-lung machine
In her talk “The Sculpting of Our Souls,” Sister Runia shared the heartbreaking experience of losing her son Ryan unexpectedly. What happened the following day that made her realise some things in life cannot be fixed, and what important lesson did she teach about God's plan?
The following day was her granddaughter Piper's second birthday. As they sang happy birthday, Piper looked for her father, who had passed away. Sister Runia taught that although we cannot fix every hardship, God is shaping us into something greater through our experiences.
The brother of Jared needed light inside the barges that would carry his people across the ocean. What did he prepare, and what did he ask the Lord to do to provide light?
Ether 3:1–6
He prepared 16 small, clear stones and asked the Lord to touch them with His finger so they would shine inside the barges.
When Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-nego were thrown into the fiery furnace, what two unusual things did King Nebuchadnezzar observe, and what condition were the three men in when they came out?
Daniel 3:19–27
He saw four men walking unharmed in the fire instead of three, and the fourth looked like a divine being. When the three came out, their bodies and clothes were unharmed, their hair was not singed, and they did not even smell of fire.
When Paul and Silas were imprisoned in Philippi, what were they doing at midnight, what unusual event opened the prison doors, and why did the jailer eventually ask how he could be saved?
Acts 16:22–34
They were praying and singing praises to God. An earthquake shook the prison and opened the doors. When the jailer realised the prisoners had not escaped, he asked Paul and Silas what he must do to be saved.
Which modern-day Apostle was a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, earned a PhD in international relations, and previously worked at the Center for Strategic and International Studies before being called as an Apostle in 2018?
Elder Gerrit W. Gong