Subscribe to receive shop updates, access to exclusive deals, weekly study inspiration, and more! To each of you who has made temple covenants, I plead with you to seek prayerfully and consistently to understand temple covenants and ordinances. Heis the One who wants you to understand with great clarity exactly what you are making covenants to do. Rather than think past temple procedures were wrong or needed correction consider that our collective latter-day understanding of the temple grows line upon line, precept upon precept. Thus was one of my favorites talks. "With all the pleadings of my heart, I urge you to get on the covenant path and stay there.". He will help us to once again clothe ourselves with compassion and humility. If individuals are going to withstand the forthcoming perils and pressures, they must have a firm spiritual foundation built upon the rock of the Redeemer, Jesus Christ. I think this fact completely disagrees with his assertion above that the covenants we make are the same as those made by Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (and their wives?). We are a nondogmatic, nonprofit foundation that promotes human potential and growth. Just like major renovations are needed to reinforce the foundation of the Salt Lake Temple to withstand the forces of nature, it is now time to implement extraordinary measures to strengthen personal spiritual foundations. Much to contemplate! President Nelson pointed out that the foundation of the temple became vulnerable and used this as a metaphor for our spiritual foundation: we make think we are firmly grounded but it is actually time to take extraordinary measures to strengthen our foundation in Christ. I am so grateful to live in a time when we have a living prophet on the earth. We will NEED to be very close to the Savior in the days ahead. Download the free myCBN app. Together with our community, we lay a foundation of faith by providing gospel-related resources so that when questions, doubts, and hardship arise, we are equipped and familiar with personal revelation, the Atonement of Jesus Christ, gospel study, and community support. We will NEED the Saviors power to weather the storms that are ahead. I WO0{KG;]eg 01(3. Instead, he set out with a select few governmental leaders. Elder Quentin L. Cook teaches about finding personal peace through five works of righteousness (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). Attendees walk into the Conference Center prior to the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. Its an important sound bite to be aware of: Current adjustments in temple procedures, and others that will follow, are continuing evidence that the Lord is actively directing His Church., He also says, Under the Lords direction and in answer to our prayers, recent procedural adjustments have been made. We need the temple and Jesus. Be prepared to share something personal if no one volunteers immediately. Learn how your comment data is processed. I trust in my God and in my Savior upon which my foundation is built. This is His Church, restored to help you fulfill your divine destiny.. President Russell M. Nelson teaches about how the temple can help us reinforce our spiritual foundations (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. arrangements if needed, and follow through! Elder Neil L. Andersen teaches why we should use the correct name of the Church (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). Possible discussion questions: What is the Spirit prompting you to begin doing? Now is the time to develop that relationship and that understanding. See the example of the sacrament in the original post. They sang, praising and giving thanks to the Lord, saying, "For He is good, for His lovingkindness is upon Israel forever." Ordinances instituted in the heavens before the foundation of the world, in the priesthood, for the salvation of men, are not to be altered or changed. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. He wants you to have spiritual insights and awakenings youve never had before. I am very thankful that I know we have a Prophet to lead us and if we follow the counsel he shares, we can bear these troubling times. Sister Bonnie H. Cordon teaches youth that they are here at this time for a grand purpose in the work of God (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). Are we locked up in bitterness or anger or envy or sorrow or greed? Can you imagine giving that advice to a battered spouse? Everything taught in the temple, through instruction and through the Spirit, increases our understanding of Jesus Christ. Latter-day Saints must take unprecedented measures to strengthen their spiritual foundations like the extraordinary effort to reinforce the original, pioneer-era foundation of the iconic Salt Lake Temple, President Russell M. Nelson said Sunday morning.. We are ever moving towards more power and more significant benefit for us all. Why is President Nelson expressing urgency with our spiritual preparedness what do you see happening in the world around you that supports his haste? Everything taught in the temple, through instruction and through the Spirit, increases our understanding of Jesus Christ. In some instances, the spiritual stress test has shown tendencies toward contention and divisiveness. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. And we can receive the same blessings!". I want to prayerfully consider what else I may need to do to ensure that my spiritual foundation is solid, strong, and firmly anchored to my Savior, Jesus Christ. We keep the covenants we make in the temple and receive healing and spiritual power. Everyone in that entourage knew exactly how King Hezekiah felt about God. It is the Lord, our Savior Jesus Christ who wants us to come to the temple, to understand what we are being taught, to receive the blessings and power available by keeping the covenants we make, and to return again and again to strengthen ourselves and to offer the blessings of salvation to our family. At the very least, you might lose the respect and gain the suspicions of your governmental minions. The center of "strengthening our faith and spiritual fortitude" is the temple, which increases understanding of Jesus Christ, binds us to Him through sacred priesthood covenantsand endows us with His healing, strengthening power. It is something I really want to dive into the next six months and how I can improve my own discipleship. I don't buy it. "Current adjustments in temple procedures, and others that will follow, are continuing evidence that the Lord is actively directing His Church.". Changes in the temple ceremonies (and by extension in other procedures and methods in the church) are evidence that the Lord is actively guiding and directing His church. And to each of you who has made temple covenants, I plead with you to seekprayerfully and consistentlyto understand temple covenants and ordinances. President Russell M. Nelson, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, speaks Oct. 3, 2021, during the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference, which was held in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. Your trust in God, your growing relationship with Christ, and your obedience and application of God's Word are all crucial to building a solid foundation of faith. Just keep living with the beatings until you enjoy it. Im not saying president Nelson is wrong. President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor in the First Presidency, greets Amos and Asher Geilman after the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. Discover God's peace now. I stand firm and immovable against the storms of adversity. "Under the Lords direction and in answer to our prayers, recent procedural adjustments have been made. it is now time that we implement extraordinary measures perhaps measures we have never taken before.. Do you believe the prophet can receive ongoing revelations about the temple ceremony? Cristy Powell, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. After the offerings were finished, everyone in that assembly bowed before God and continued in praise and worship (verses 25-30). I'm going to give several quotes from this talk, with commentary on each (emphasis in the original). I was so excited for your post even as you are so busy with your move. You need someone who does not have sentimental attachments to your junk, someone who can make wise and quick decisions about what goes and what stays. We just need to be willing and obedient participants as we enter into the shadowy and cluttered sections of our soul and clean up our lives as He directs. My husband and I recently went to the temple after a long absence (a significant move halfway across the US and other difficult circumstances made it hard to go previously.) Reopening the Temple Usher in Gods Presence. President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, visits with other general authorities after the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation President Russell M. Nelson teaches about how the temple can help us reinforce our spiritual foundations (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). "Temple ordinances and covenants are ancient. I love to teach and prepare lessons, and you have helped me in emphasizing the important highlights and teaching points for discussion in Elders Quorum. /r/Mormon is a subreddit for articles and topics of interest to people interested in Mormon themes. Before you get discouraged and start to think Man, this is going to take years to get my spiritual house back in order and give up, I have a very encouraging word for you from this same passage in the Old Testament. When you bring your temple recommend, a contrite heart, and a seeking mind to the Lords house of learning, He will teach you. The Conference Center during the 191st General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. These Levites were told to go in and take out the defiled things (verse 4-5). What do you throw away? Spend time with Him there. He suggested five works of righteousness to help members find peace among disputation and contention: Human beings tend to wander, a fact proved in a study that showed people without landmarks walk in circles, said Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. They are meant to help shield and protect imperfect people who are trying their best to become better. Let the Lord, through His Spirit, teach and inspire you there. I think Mark E. Peterson was more correct than Russell M. Nelson. Thanks very much for the Elder Petersen quote. Because he knows our potential perfectly, he will take us to places we never imagined ourselves. What are your favorite ways to reinforce your gospel understanding? The organists were Richard Elliott and Andrew Unsworth. Heis the One who wants you to experience fullyHissacred ordinances. Your diligent efforts to do so will reinforce and strengthen your spiritual foundation. PRESCHOOL: Starting as early as 18-months old in our toddler program, we provide a secure and loving place for growth and transition. His plan of eternal progression is not complicated, and it honors your agency. President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, waves to attendees after the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. President Nelson asked two questions in his talk that I want to spend some time really thinking on: President Nelson promised that over time, the temple will become a place of safety, solace, and revelation. I have felt strongly the last year and a half the pull to be closer to the temple. He is the One who wants you to experience fully His sacred ordinances. Yes the move has disrupted our lives quite a bit. You have to get the ground-in dirt out. Or, at the very least, those things aren't as important as President Nelson would have us believe. [If you didnt do the activity] What are some ways we can pull Jesus Christ directly into our lives? We dont need to get the cleaning crew. Living the Christian life is a journey. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. Fourth, build Zion in our hearts and homes. The procedures and practices around administering the ordinances of the temple have been changed and refined under direction from the Lord, but the doctrine and the covenants found in the temple are the same. I hope one day that will be the case. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/47nelson?lang=eng. Those spaces of purity and holiness are going to get refilled with junk before long (see Matt. There's even more in this talk, but this post is already long. Jesus is the Christ! "`,r'D+H}D2H)k `)X}Xv.`vdT\"}~ (q^ endstream endobj startxref 0 %%EOF 290 0 obj <>stream What this does is once again emphasize to members the need for obedience and conformity. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/introduction-to-family-history-student-manual/chapter-10?lang=eng. And recognize that when you meet resistance it simply means that the adversary knows the good that is about to come of it. Other leaders shared messages about order, straight paths and unity. We may attend to rites and rituals and yet overlook the weightier matters such as brotherly kindness, honesty, mercy, virtue, and integrity. The way that the sacrament was offered to the congregation changed. Wait, he told us to just keep going until we learn to love it. Oh how I love General Conference. I don't think we make the same covenants with God that Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob made (see below). Some young men are in the third year of their typical two-year service. How many observe it? 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