We Are Responsible for Our Own Learning 

“Be It unto Me according to Thy Word” - Matthew 1; Luke 1

We Have Come to Worship Him - 

Matthew 2; Luke 2

We Have Found the Messiah - John 1

“Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord” - 

Matthew 3; Mark 1; Luke 3

“The Spirit of the Lord Is upon Me” -

Matthew 4; Luke 4–5

“Ye Must Be Born Again” - John 2-4

“Blessed Are Ye” - Matthew 5; Luke 6

“He Taught Them as One Having Authority” - Matthew 6–7

“Thy Faith Hath Saved Thee” - Matthew 8; Mark 2–4; Luke 7

“These Twelve Jesus Sent Forth” - Matthew 9–10; Mark 5; Luke 9

“I Will Give You Rest” - Matthew 11–12; Luke 11

“Who Hath Ears to Hear, Let Him Hear” - Matthew 13; Luke 8; 13

“Be Not Afraid” -

Matthew 14; Mark 6; John 5–6

“O Grave, Where Is Thy Victory?” - Easter

“Thou Art the Christ” - 

Matthew 15–17; Mark 7–9

 “What Shall I Do to Inherit Eternal Life?” - Matthew 18; Luke 10

“I Am the Good Shepherd” - John 7-10

Luke 12:13–21 (The foolish rich man )

Song: I’m Trying to Be Like Jesus

"Each of us should evaluate our temporal and spiritual priorities sincerely and prayerfully to identify the things in our lives that may impede the bounteous blessings that Heavenly Father and the Savior are willing to bestow upon us. And surely the Holy Ghost will help us to see ourselves as we really are."

-David A. Bednar, Put On Thy Strength, O Zion

Additional Videos: 

Luke 14:15–24 (The great supper)

Song: I Will Walk With Jesus 

"As we seek to be disciples of Jesus Christ, our efforts to hear Him need to be ever more intentional. It takes conscious and consistent effort to fill our daily lives with His words, His teachings, His truths."

-President Nelson, Hear Him

Additional Videos: 

Life's Drama

Inspiring Short: 100 Percent Responsible | Lynn G. Robbins

Luke 15:1–10 (The lost sheep)

Song: Dear to the Heart of the Shepherd

"We are commanded to seek out those who are lost. We are to be our brother’s keeper. We cannot neglect this commission given by our Savior. We must be concerned for the one"

 -Joseph B. Wirthlin, Concern for the One

Additional Videos: 

The Parable of the Lost Sheep

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YZVp3GH-7o

Luke 15:11–32 (The prodigal son)

Song: The Miracle

"But being caught up in this younger son’s story, we can miss, if we are not careful, the account of an elder son, for the opening line of the Savior’s account reads, “A certain man had two sons”—and He might have added, “both of whom were lost and both of whom needed to come home.”

- Jeffrey R. Holland, The Other Prodigal

Additional Videos: 

The Parable of the Prodigal Son

The Other Prodigal Son

Luke 17:11–19 (Ten lepers)

Song: Thankful

"How would you like to be part of the “nine society”? Wouldn’t that be something—to be numbered among those who failed to return and acknowledge the Savior for the blessings He had given them? Only one returned."

-David B. Haight, Were There Not Ten Cleansed?

Additional Videos: 

John 11:1-27 (Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead)

Song: He Sent His Son

"Each of us will have our own Fridays—those days when the universe itself seems shattered and the shards of our world lie littered about us in pieces. We all will experience those broken times when it seems we can never be put together again. We will all have our Fridays.

But I testify to you in the name of the One who conquered death—Sunday will come. In the darkness of our sorrow, Sunday will come."

-Joseph B. Wirthlin, Sunday Will Come

Additional Videos: 

Mark 10:6–8

Song: Families Can Be Together Forever  

"The family is ordained of God. Marriage between man and woman is essential to His eternal plan... Happiness in family life is most likely to be achieved when founded upon the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ."

The Family: A Proclamation to the World

MORE VIDEOS

What Is a Temple Wedding Like?

Motherhood: An Eternal Partnership with God

Matthew 19:16–22

Song: I am a Child of God 

"[W]e need to ask the Lord for directions along the way. We have to ask some difficult questions, like 'What do I need to change?' 'How can I improve?' 'What weakness needs strengthening?' …as our thoughts are turned heavenward, the Lord can gently tell us what we need to work on next…Humbly ask the Lord the following question: 'What is keeping me from progressing?' In other words: 'What lack I yet?' Then wait quietly for a response."

-Larry R. Lawrence, “What Lack I Yet?” 

MORE VIDEOS

What Lack I Yet? Elder Larry R Lawrence | Mormon Hub

Mark 10:23–27 

Song: Dearest Children, God is Near You 

"The God of heaven and earth will help us overcome discouragement and whatever obstacles we encounter if we look to Him, follow the promptings of the Holy Ghost, and just keep going—with faith. Thankfully, when we are weak or incapable, the Lord can strengthen our faith. He can increase our capacity beyond our own…exercising faith in our Savior, Jesus Christ, helps us overcome discouragement no matter what obstacles we encounter...He has the power to help us finish the work we have been given."

-Carl B. Cook, Just Keep Going—with Faith  

MORE VIDEOS

Living with Purpose

Meek and Lowly of Heart by Elder Bednar | April 2018

Matthew 20:1–16 

Song: Lord, Accept into Thy Kingdom 

"[H]owever late you think you are, however many chances you think you have missed... you have not traveled beyond the reach of divine love...I testify of the renewing power of God’s love and the miracle of His grace. His concern is for the faith at which you finally arrive, not the hour of the day in which you got there…It is never too late so long as the Master of the vineyard says there is time." 

-Jeffrey R. Holland, The Laborers in the Vineyard 

MORE VIDEOS

Mark 10:13–16 

Song: Tell Me the Stories of Jesus 

"It is our sacred responsibility as parents and leaders of this rising generation of children to bring them to the Savior so that they might see His face and the face of our Father in Heaven as well…how do we do this, especially in a world that is full of distractions?…It takes a lot of hard work and patience and faith, but nothing is more important or rewarding. And the Lord will help us, for He loves these children even more than we do. He loves them, and He will bless them." 

-Cheryl C. Lant, That Our Children Might See the Face of the Savior 

MORE VIDEOS

Jesus Blessed the Children | New Testament Stories for Kids

Luke 18:9–14 

Song: Come Unto Him 

"Are we confident and comfortable in our good deeds, trusting in our own righteousness? Are we perhaps a little impatient with those who are not living up to our standards? Are we on autopilot, going through the motions...?[Or d]o we understand our indebtedness to Heavenly Father and plead with all our souls for the grace of God? When we kneel to pray, is it to replay the greatest hits of our own righteousness, or is it to confess our faults, plead for God’s mercy, and shed tears of gratitude for the amazing plan of redemption?" 

-Dieter F. Uchtdorf, The Gift of Grace 

MORE VIDEOS

Alma and His Brethren Preach the Word of God among the Zoramites | Alma 31–32

Alma Teaches the Poor about Humility | Alma 31–32

Matthew 21:1-11  (Jesus rides in triumph into Jerusalem)

Songs: Rejoice, the Lord Is King! 

Redeemer of Israel 

"Palm Sunday…is the anniversary of that momentous occasion nearly two thousand years ago when Jesus of Nazareth, the very Son of God himself, began the ultimate declaration of his divinity and entered the holy city of Jerusalem as the promised Messiah that he was. Riding on a young donkey in fulfillment of Zechariah’s ancient prophecy, he approached the temple on a path that the jubilant crowd lined for him with palm leaves, flowering branches, and some of their own garments, thus carpeting the way properly for the passing of a king. He was their king; these were his subjects.” 

-President Howard W. Hunter, “Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee” 

MORE VIDEOS:

Who Is Jesus Christ?

Matthew 21 | The Lord's Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem | The Bible

Matthew 21:12–14  (Jesus cleanses the temple)

Song: I Love to See the Temple  

"Reverence is an expression of deep respect, honor, and adoration for the Lord. It is having reverence for His name, for His words, for His ordinances and covenants, for His servants, for His chapels, and for His temples...The temple is a place of holiness. It is the most sacred and holy place on earth and should be treated with the greatest degree of reverence and respect. Reverence in the temple is an expression to the Lord that we consider it to be sacred and that we recognize it to be, indeed, His holy house." 

-L. Lionel Kendrick, Enhancing Our Temple Experience 

MORE VIDEOS:

John 2 | Jesus Cleanses the Temple | The Bible

Can I Go Inside a Latter-day Saint Temple?

Matthew 21:28–32    

Song: Nephi's Courage 

"A loving Heavenly Father has plotted our course and provided an unfailing guide—even obedience. A knowledge of truth and the answers to our greatest questions come to us as we are obedient to the commandments of God…My brothers and sisters, the great test of this life is obedience. 'We will prove them herewith,' said the Lord, 'to see if they will do all things whatsoever the Lord their God shall command them.'…As the Savior instructed His early Apostles, so He instructs you and me, 'Follow thou me.' Are we willing to obey?"

-President Thomas S. Monson, Obedience Brings Blessings 

MORE VIDEOS:

Matthew 21 | Christ's Authority is Questioned: The Parable of the Two Sons | The Bible

I Will Go and Do: 2020 Youth Theme (feat. David Archuleta) — Official Music Video

Inspiring Short: Becoming Trusted Receivers | Liz Darger

Matthew 22:34–40 

Songs: Love One Another 

Jesus Said Love Everyone 

"We can best demonstrate our love to God by keeping His commandments. And we can show our love to God and neighbor by charitable acts of service…if we are obedient to the commandment of love, there will be no disputations, contention, nor hatred between nor among us. We will not speak ill of one another but will treat each other with kindness and respect, realizing that each of us is a child of God…given the purpose of our existence, if we do not love God and neighbor, whatever else we do will be of little eternal consequence." 

-Robert F. Orton, “The First and Great Commandment” 

MORE VIDEOS:

I'm Trying to Be Like Jesus – Emily Brown – Music Video

The Second Great Commandment - Russell M Nelson

Reach Out With Love

Matthew 23:25–28 

Songs: If the Savior Stood Beside Me 

Improve the Shining Moments 

"The Savior was understanding and compassionate with sinners whose hearts were humble and sincere. But He rose up in righteous anger against hypocrites like the scribes, Pharisees, and Sadducees—those who tried to appear righteous in order to win the praise, influence, and wealth of the world, all the while oppressing the people they should have been blessing...Why do we sometimes try to appear active, prosperous, and dedicated outwardly when on the inside—as the Revelator said of the Ephesians—we have 'left [our] first love'?" 

-Dieter F. Uchtdorf, On Being Genuine  

 Luke 19:1–10  (Zacchaeus)

Song: I Know That My Savior Loves Me 

"I believe the Lord knows my name and your name as well. In Primary we teach the children that each is a child of God and that their Heavenly Father knows them and loves them...Jesus said, 'I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine.' The scriptures testify, 'He calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out.' The Lord not only knows who we are, He knows where we are, and He leads us to do good…The Savior gave His life for each one of us. He knows our joys and our sorrows. He knows my name and your name." 

-Sydney S. Reynolds, He Knows Us; He Loves Us 

MORE VIDEOS:

He Knows Me -- Godhead

Heavenly Father Knows Me

He Knows (Song of hope by Shawna Edwards)

Matthew 25:1-13 (Parable of the Ten Virgins)

Songs: Today, While the Sun Shines

I Will Walk with Jesus | LDS Primary Song Sing Along

[R]emember that conversion must come from within. As illustrated in the parable of the ten virgins, we cannot give someone else the oil of our conversion, as much as we might want to. As Elder David A. Bednar taught: “This precious oil is acquired one drop at a time … patiently and persistently. No shortcut is available; no last-minute flurry of preparation is possible.”…the responsibility rests squarely upon each of us to follow the example of the Master and teach like Him. His way is the true way!

-Jan E. Newman,  Teaching in the Savior’s Way 

Matthew 25:14-30  (Parable of the Talents)

Songs: Come, Let Us Anew

We Give Thee But Thine Own

I Want to Live the Gospel | LDS Primary Song Sing Along

Heavenly Father gave us…gifts to help us identify, perform, and enjoy the work He has for us. Some of us wonder, “Do I have any gifts?”…the answer is yes! …we can ask God. He knows our gifts, since He gave them to us.

As we discover our gifts, we have a responsibility to develop them…Sometimes we feel that we don’t have any particularly important gifts…While some spiritual gifts may not be prominent by the world’s standards, they are essential to God and His work. 

 - John C. Pingree Jr., “I Have a Work for Thee” 

MORE VIDEOS:

Parable of the Talents | LDS Come Follow Me New Testament (Matthew 25)

Matthew 25:31-40  

Song: I'm Trying to Be Like Jesus

The opportunity to serve is one of the great blessings of membership in the Church. The Lord has said, “If thou lovest me thou shalt serve me,” and we serve Him by serving others. As we serve, we draw closer to God. We come to know Him in ways that we otherwise might not. Our faith in Him increases. Our problems are put into perspective. Life becomes more satisfying. Our love for others increases, as well as our desire to serve. Through this blessed process, we become more like God, and we are better prepared to return to Him.

-  Carl B. Cook, Serve 

MORE VIDEOS:

The Bike Ride | A Story About Helping Others

 Mark 13:23-31

Songs: As Zion's Youth in Latter Days

When He Comes Again | LDS Primary Song Sing Along

How are we to deal with both the somber prophecies and the glorious pronouncements about our day? The Lord told us how with simple, but stunning, reassurance: “If ye are prepared ye shall not fear.” What a promise! It is one that can literally change the way we see our future… If preparation is our key to embracing this dispensation and our future with faith, how can we best prepare?…let us not just endure this current season. Let us embrace the future with faith! 

- President Russell M. Nelson,  Embrace the Future with Faith 

JST- Matthew 1:31-37

Songs: I Want to be a Missionary Now | LDS Primary Song Sing Along

Called to Serve

We can prepare ourselves as a people; we can gather the Lord’s covenant people; and we can help redeem the promise of salvation “made to the fathers,” our ancestors. All of this must occur in some substantial measure before the Lord comes again…crucial for the Lord’s return is the presence on the earth of a people prepared to receive Him at His coming…All who will repent, believe on Christ, and be baptized are His covenant people. The Lord Himself prophesied that before His return, the gospel would be preached in all the world “to recover [His] people, which are of the house of Israel…”

- D. Todd Christofferson, Preparing for the Lord’s Return 

JST Matthew 1:38-55

Songs: When He Comes Again

Had I Been a Child

The doctrine of the Second Coming of the Messiah provides one of the great incentives to prepare and live right. Heavenly Father knows that promised rewards encourage His children to do works of righteousness and promised penalties create a dread of doing evil. Such are the revelations pertaining to the Second Coming of our Lord…

Inspired preparation rests on the foundation of faith in Jesus Christ, obedience, and a provident lifestyle. Members should not go to extremes, but they should begin… prepare now for rainy days ahead.

-  Keith B. McMullin, Lay Up in Store, April 2007

Matthew 26:20-25

Song: Oh Holy Words of Truth and Love

In these simple words, “Lord, is it I?” lies the beginning of wisdom and the pathway to personal conversion and lasting change…being able to see ourselves clearly is essential to our spiritual growth and well-being...So how can we shine the pure light of God’s truth into our souls and see ourselves as He sees us?...As you hear or read the words of the ancient and modern prophets, refrain from thinking about how the words apply to someone else and ask the simple question: “Lord, is it I?"

-  Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Lord, Is It I?” 

MORE VIDEOS

4:21

Reflections

Matthew 26:26-29 (The Last Supper)

Song: The Sacrament

[I]n the ancient law of sacrifice and in the sacrament, the Lord has helped us be certain that we do not forget His promises and the requirement that we follow Him and obey His will…When we partake of the sacrament worthily, we remember the sacrifice of our Lord and Savior, that He gave up His life and took upon Himself the sins of the world that we may have the blessing of immortality. We take upon ourselves the name of our Savior and promise to always remember Him and to keep His commandments.

-  L. Tom Perry, As Now We Take the Sacrament 

MORE VIDEOS

5:27

Always Remember Him

3:51

Always Remember Him | Animated Scripture Lesson for Kids

Matthew 26:31-35

Song: Stand for the Right

How can you consistently make the right choices? The scriptures give us insight. Consider enthusiastic, impetuous Peter...He sincerely meant what he said but would act otherwise…one of the most poignant passages of scripture describes what then occurred. It is a sobering reminder to each of us that knowing to do right, even ardently desiring to do right, is not enough. It is often very hard to actually do what we clearly know we should do…“And immediately, while he yet spake, the cock crew. And the Lord turned, and looked upon Peter. And Peter remembered the word of the Lord,…and…went out, and wept bitterly.”

-  Richard G. Scott, Full Conversion Brings Happiness 

MORE VIDEOS

4:51

Jesus Prophesies that Peter will Deny Him

4:25

Matthew 26 | Jesus Is Tried by Caiaphas; Peter Denies Knowing Him | The Bible

4:57

Stay in the Boat

Mark 14:3-9

Song: Put Your Shoulder to the Wheel

 Our desire to serve others is magnified by our gratitude for what the Savior has done for us...[Think] of the promise of the sweet comfort the Lord Himself gave to the woman who was criticized for having anointed His head with expensive oil when it might have been sold to help the poor…That short scripture is sweet and wise counsel for the faithful…in the Lord’s kingdom in tumultuous times. You will pray to know whom the Father would have you serve out of love for Him and for our Savior. And you will not expect a public memorial, following the example of the woman in Mark’s scriptural account, whose holy deed to honor the Savior of the world is remembered but not her name.

- Henry B. Eyring,  Trust in That Spirit Which Leadeth to Do Good 

John 13:1-17

Song: I'll Walk With You

The Savior’s example of humility and sacrifice for all mankind is the most profound event in history. The Savior, even as a member of the Godhead, was willing to come to earth as a lowly infant and begin an existence that included teaching and healing His brothers and sisters and ultimately suffering indescribable pain in Gethsemane and on the cross in order to perfect His Atonement. This act of love and humility on the part of Christ is known as His condescension. He did this for every man and woman God has created or will create... Church service requires humility. We humbly serve as called with all our might, mind, and strength. At every level of the Church, it is important to understand the Christlike attribute of humility. 

- Quentin L. Cook,  The Eternal Everyday 

MORE VIDEOS

2:26

Unselfish Service

3:48

Jesus Washes Disciples’ Feet

6:01

John 13 | The Last Supper | The Bible

John 13:34-35

Songs: Love One Another

Lord, I Would Follow Thee

The gospel of Jesus Christ is centered on the love of the Father and the Savior for us and our love for Them and for one another…Love indeed is the true sign of every true disciple of Jesus Christ. True disciples love to serve. They know that serving is an expression of true love and a covenant they made at baptism. Regardless of their callings in the Church or their role in the community, they feel an increasing desire to love and serve the Lord and one another…Wherever they go, they bring the love of the Lord and peace to the hearts of others...As they love and keep their covenants, their hearts are renewed and their very nature changes.

- Massimo De Feo,  Pure Love: The True Sign of Every True Disciple of Jesus Christ 

MORE VIDEOS

2:05

Pure Love: The True Sign of Every True Disciple of Jesus Christ

3:14

Jeffrey R. Holland: Love One Another

John 15:1-9

Songs: I Feel My Savior's Love

Our Savior's Love

The Lord Jesus Christ extends to each of us the invitation to abide in Him. But how do we actually learn and come to abide in Him?... We abide in Him by striving continually to strengthen our individual covenant bond with the Father and the Son…We abide in Him by truly feasting upon the words of Christ. The Savior’s doctrine draws us, as children of the covenant, closer to Him and will tell us all things what we should do.

- David A. Bednar, “Abide in Me, and I in You; Therefore Walk with Me” 

MORE VIDEOS:

3:30

Nearer, My God, To Thee - Music Video

4:48

Come Unto Christ: 2014 Theme Song

John 15:10-14

Song: Keep the Commandments

We have rules to teach, guide, and protect children. Why? Because of the great love we have for them…We may feel at times that God’s laws restrict our personal freedom, take from us our agency, and limit our growth. But as we seek for greater understanding, as we allow our Father to teach us, we will begin to see that His laws are a manifestation of His love for us and obedience to His laws is an expression of our love for Him…

-  Carole F. Stephens, “If Ye Love Me, Keep My Commandments” 

MORE VIDEOS:

4:00

The Three Little Birds | A Story About Obedience

John 16:7-15

Song: The Holy Ghost

The Holy Ghost provides personal revelation to help us make major life decisions about such things as education, missions, careers, marriage, children, where we will live with our families, and so on. In these matters, Heavenly Father expects us to use our agency, study the situation out in our minds according to gospel principles, and bring a decision to Him in prayer...the Holy Ghost..is the “Comforter,” the same who was “promised unto [the Savior’s] disciples.” 

-  Robert D. Hales, The Holy Ghost 

MORE VIDEOS:

3:04

Patterns of Light: Spirit of Revelation

4:32

Tuning In To The Holy Ghost | Animated Scripture Lesson for Kids

John 17:1-9

Song: I Know My Father Lives

In His great Intercessory Prayer, Jesus expressed this important truth: “And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.” …Just as Jesus knows each of us by name, one way we can come to better know Jesus is by learning His many names. Like the names of Israel and Peter, many of Jesus’s names are titles that help us understand His mission, purpose, character, and attributes. As we come to know Jesus’s many names, we will come to better understand His divine mission and His selfless character. Knowing His many names also inspires us to become more like Him—to develop Christlike attributes that bring joy and purpose to our lives…Jesus wants for us to know Him because His is the only name under heaven whereby we can be saved.

-  Jonathan S. Schmitt, That They Might Know Thee 

MORE VIDEOS:

1:26

Know Christ Through the Scriptures

John 17:12-20

Song: Reverently and Meekly Now

[P]rayers of the Lord are also instructive, especially His intercessory prayers. They are so named because the Lord prayerfully interceded with His Father for the benefit of His disciples. Picture in your mind the Savior of the world kneeling in prayer...From [His] prayer[s]...we learn how keenly He feels His responsibility as our Mediator and Advocate with the Father. Just as keenly, we should feel our responsibility to keep His commandments and endure to the end... If we really care for others, we should pray for them.  “Pray one for another… ,” taught James, for “the effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” 

- President Russell M. Nelson,  Lessons from the Lord’s Prayers 

MORE VIDEOS:

4:51

Luke 22 | Jesus Warns Peter and Offers the Intercessory Prayer | The Bible

John 17:21-23

Song: Awake, Ye Saints of God, Awake!

How glorious it is to contemplate that we have been invited into that perfect unity that exists with the Father and the Son. How can this happen? Pondering this question, it becomes clear that we must begin by becoming one within ourselves… [which] prepares us for the greater blessing of becoming one with God and Christ.

Jesus achieved perfect unity with the Father by submitting Himself, both flesh and spirit, to the will of the Father. His ministry was always clearly focused because there was no debilitating or distracting double-mindedness in Him...the Savior’s overarching ambition is to glorify the Father. The Father is “in” the Son in the sense that the Father’s glory and the Father’s will are the all-consuming occupation of the Son.

- D. Todd Christofferson,  That They May Be One in Us 

MORE VIDEOS:

1:00

Be One

Luke 22:31-32

Song: Faith

Being converted unto the Lord starts with an unwavering commitment to God, followed by making that commitment part of who we are. Internalizing such a commitment is a lifelong process that requires patience and ongoing repentance. Eventually, this commitment becomes part of who we are, embedded in our sense of self, and ever present in our lives. Just as we never forget our own name no matter what else we are thinking about, we never forget a commitment that is etched in our hearts.

-  Dale G. Renlund, Unwavering Commitment to Jesus Christ 

MORE VIDEOS

2:23

Texting Truth

0:58

Conversion | Animated Scripture Lesson for Kids

2:44

Strengthen Thy Brethren

Luke 22:39-42

Song: Thy Will, O Lord Be Done

Mortality presents us with numerous opportunities to become more Christlike…We can...further develop our submissiveness to God’s will, so...we too can say, “Nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done”. When heartfelt, this expression of obedience constitutes real petition followed by real submission. It is much more than polite deference. Rather, it is a deep yielding in which one’s momentary uncertainty gives way to the certainty of Father’s rescuing love and mercy, attributes which drench His plan of salvation.

-  Neal A. Maxwell, “Apply the Atoning Blood of Christ” 

MORE VIDEOS

3:42

Thy Will Be Done

Luke 22:43-46

Song: I Stand All Amazed

Our mortal life is designed by a loving God to be a test and source of growth for each of us...[T]he loving God who allowed…tests for you also designed a sure way to pass through them. Heavenly Father so loved the world that He sent His Beloved Son to help us. His Son, Jesus Christ, gave His life for us. Jesus Christ bore in Gethsemane and on the cross the weight of all our sins. He experienced all the sorrows, the pains, and the effects of our sins so that He could comfort and strengthen us through every test in life. 

-  President Henry B. Eyring, Try, Try, Try 

Luke 22:50-51

Song: Kindness Begins with Me

For generations, Jews had been taught to hate their enemies, and they were then suffering under the domination and cruelties of Roman occupation. Yet Jesus taught them, “Love your enemies” and “do good to them that … despitefully use you.”… The Savior’s teaching to love our enemies is based on the reality that all mortals are beloved children of God…Knowing that we are all children of God gives us a divine vision of the worth of all…He gave this command to love, and He promises His help as we seek to obey it.

-  President Dallin H. Oaks, Love Your Enemies 

MORE VIDEOS

3:11

Love Thine Enemies

5:33

Because I Love You | Showing Love Through Service

Luke 22:54-62

Song: Oh, May My Soul Commune with Thee

…Where are we regarding our attitude toward the Savior and His work? Are we in Peter’s situation when he denied Jesus Christ? Or have we advanced to the point where we have the attitude and determination he had after the great commission he received from the Savior? We must strive to obey all the commandments and pay close attention to those that are hardest for us to keep. The Lord will be at our side, helping us in times of need and weakness, and if we demonstrate a sincere desire and act accordingly, He will make “weak things become strong.”

-  Claudio D. Zivic, He That Shall Endure unto the End, the Same Shall Be Saved 

MORE VIDEOS  

3:19

Having Courage & Trusting the Lord: Stand Up for What You Believe In

4:20

Dare to Stand Alone

John 18:28-38

Song: Baptism

Jesus taught, “My kingdom is not of this world”…when we are baptized by immersion by one with the proper priesthood authority and choose to follow our Savior, we then are in His kingdom and of His kingdom. Being of the kingdom of God requires that we heed the Savior’s admonition “Follow thou me”...At baptism we make a covenant with our Heavenly Father that we are willing to come into His kingdom and keep His commandments from that time forward, even though we still live in the world…Entering into the kingdom of God is so important that Jesus was baptized to show us “the straitness of the path, and the narrowness of the gate, by which [we] should enter”.

- Robert D. Hales, The Covenant of Baptism: To Be in the Kingdom and of the Kingdom 

Luke 23:35-39

Song: We'll Bring the World His Truth (Army of Helaman) 

The Prophet Joseph Smith faced temptation. Can you imagine the ridicule, the scorn, the mocking that must have been heaped upon him as he declared that he had seen a vision? I suppose it became almost unbearable for the boy. He no doubt knew that it would be easier to retract his statements concerning the vision and just get on with a normal life. He did not, however, give in...Joseph Smith taught courage by example. He faced temptation and withstood it.

- President Thomas S. Monson,  Be Thou an Example 

John 19:13-18, 24-27

Song: My Heavenly Father Loves Me

The Savior...endured the agony of inquisition, cruel beatings, and death by crucifixion on the cross at Calvary. Recently, there has been a great deal of commentary about this, none of which has made clear the singular point that no one had the power to take the Savior’s life from Him. He gave it as a ransom for us all. As the Son of God, He had the power to alter the situation. Yet the scriptures clearly state that He yielded Himself to scourging, humiliation, suffering, and finally crucifixion because of His great love towards the children of men.

-M. Russell Ballard,  The Atonement and the Value of One Soul 

Luke 23:32–33, 39–43 

Song: Help Me, Dear Father

Real repentance must involve faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, faith that He can change us, faith that He can forgive us, and faith that He will help us avoid more mistakes... I invite you to feel more joy in your life: joy in the knowledge that the Atonement of Jesus Christ is real; joy in the Savior’s ability, willingness, and desire to forgive; and joy in choosing to repent. 

-Elder Dale G. Renlund,  Repentance: A Joyful Choice 

Luke 23:32-34, 39-43

Song: I'm Trying to Be Like Jesus

[T]he Savior—in an incomprehensible way—[took] upon Him our sins and the sins of those who have hurt or offended us. In Gethsemane and on the cross, He claimed these sins. He made a way for us to let go of a vengeful heart. That “way” is through forgiving—which can be one of the most difficult things we ever do and one of the most divine things we ever experience...live in such a way that...your life is an act of faith that follows the supreme example of a Savior who suffered all that He might succor all…the greatest example of love and forgiveness is that of our Savior, Jesus Christ, who in bitter agony said, “Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do.”

- Kristin M. Yee, Beauty for Ashes: The Healing Path of Forgiveness 

Mark 15:34

Song: There is a Green Hill Far Away

 It was...central to the significance of the Atonement, that this perfect Son...had to know how the rest of humankind—us, all of us—would feel when we did commit such sins. For His Atonement to be infinite and eternal, He had to feel what it was like to die not only physically but spiritually, to sense what it was like to have the divine Spirit withdraw, leaving one feeling totally, abjectly, hopelessly alone…because Jesus walked such a long, lonely path utterly alone, we do not have to do so. His solitary journey brought great company for our little version of that path…Trumpeted from the summit of Calvary is the truth that we will never be left alone nor unaided, even if sometimes we may feel that we are.

- Jeffrey R. Holland, None Were With Him 

Matthew 27:50-54

Song: He Died that We Might Live Again

The miracle of resurrection, the ultimate cure, is beyond the power of modern medicine. But it is not beyond the power of God. We know it can be done because the Savior is resurrected and will bring to pass the Resurrection of each of us too...

The reality of the Resurrection of the Savior overwhelms our heartbreak with hope because with it comes the assurance that all the other promises of the gospel are just as real—promises that are no less miraculous than the Resurrection. We know that we can be “made perfect through Jesus…, who wrought out this perfect atonement,” if we will just have faith and follow Him.

-  Paul V. Johnson, And There Shall Be No More Death 

Luke 24:1-9

Song: He is Risen

Our Savior lived again. The most glorious, comforting, and reassuring of all events of human history had taken place—the victory over death. The pain and agony of Gethsemane and Calvary had been wiped away. The salvation of mankind had been secured…I have read—and I believe—the testimonies of those who experienced the grief of Christ’s Crucifixion and the joy of His Resurrection…My beloved brothers and sisters, in our hour of deepest sorrow, we can receive profound peace from the words of the angel that first Easter morning: “He is not here: for he is risen.”

- Pres. Monson,  He Is Risen! 

MORE VIDEOS:

4:47

John 20:3-18

Song: Did Jesus Really Live Again?

Is there a purpose in such a temporary existence? Some say there is not. The great question of Job haunts us all: “If a man die, shall he live again?” Of course he will! The answer is found in the doctrine of eternal life. It is the gospel of Jesus Christ, the good news, the glad tidings. Even those who don’t think they will live again or who don’t want to live again will nevertheless arise from the grave and live again. There is nothing they can do to stop it, since life is eternal…Immortality or the resurrection will happen to us all. It is an unearned benefit made possible through the grace or free gift of Christ.  

MORE VIDEOS:

1:59

#Hallelujah—A Message about Jesus Christ

Luke 24:13-35

Song: I Will Walk with Jesus

I experienced the joy of coming closer to the Savior and of His coming closer to me most often through simple acts of obedience to the commandments…I knew I could go back again to have the Holy Ghost let me feel what two disciples of the risen Lord had felt when He accepted their invitation to come into their home and to abide with them...  

Every covenant servant of His within His kingdom on earth and in the spirit world will receive His guidance by the Spirit as they bless and serve others for Him. And they will feel His love and find joy in being drawn closer to Him.

- Pres. Henry B. Eyring,  “Come Unto Me” 

Luke 24:36-43

Song: The Lord Gave Me a Temple

 The possibility that a mortal who has died will be brought forth and live again in a resurrected body has awakened hope and stirred controversy through much of recorded history…Resurrection is central to what the prophets have called “the great and eternal plan of deliverance from death”.

In our eternal journey, the resurrection is the mighty milepost that signifies the end of mortality and the beginning of immortality...We also know, from modern revelation, that without the reuniting of our spirits and our bodies in the resurrection we could not receive a “fulness of joy”.

-Pres. Dallin H. Oaks,  Resurrection 

MORE VIDEOS:

1:23

Who Am I? Your Spirit and Your Body

John 20:24–29 

Song: God's Love

From the beginning of time, prophets have known that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, of His mortal mission, and of His Atonement for all mankind. Sacred records give the prophecies of thousands of years

...Those who believed on the words of the prophets recognized the Savior throughout His life and ministry and were blessed to follow Him. But sometimes the faith of even the most devoted followers was tested...I have known many good and generous people who adhere to Christian values. However, some lack faith that He lives, that He is the Savior of the world, and that His Church has been restored to the earth.  

- Robert D. Hales,  Finding Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ 

MORE VIDEOS:

4:44

Faith is the Evidence of Things not Seen | Kids Animated Scripture Lesson

4:29

I Will Go and Do: 2020 Youth Theme (feat. David Archuleta) — Official Music Video

3:43

Trust in the Lord - Youth Theme 2022

John 21:15–17 

Song: Help Me Teach with Inspiration

As we study the scriptures, we notice that the Savior ministered to people according to their specific needs…To follow the Savior’s example, each one of us must look around and reach out to the sheep who are facing the same circumstances and lift them up and encourage them to proceed on the journey towards eternal life. This need today is as great as or perhaps even greater than when the Savior walked on this earth. As shepherds we must understand that we should nurture each one of our sheep to bring them to Christ, which is the purpose of all we do in this Church.

- Ulisses Soares,  “Feed My Sheep” 

MORE VIDEOS:

5:45

John 21 |Jesus Christ Implores Peter to "Feed My Sheep" | The Bible

Acts 1:15-26

There is no seeking for office, no jockeying for position, no campaigning to promote one’s virtues. Contrast the Lord’s way with the way of the world. The Lord’s way is quiet, it is a way of peace, it is without fanfare or monetary costs. It is without egotism or vanity or ambition. Under the Lord’s plan, those who have responsibility to select officers are governed by one overriding question: “Whom would the Lord have?” There is quiet and thoughtful deliberation. And there is much of prayer to receive the confirmation of the Holy Spirit that the choice is correct.

- President Hinckley,  God Is at the Helm 

Acts 2:37-40

Many outside the Church have received revelation from the Holy Ghost, convincing them of the truth of the gospel…Those possessing the gift of the Holy Ghost can come to a greater light and testimony. The Holy Ghost bears witness of the truth and impresses upon the soul the reality of God the Father and the son Jesus Christ so deeply that no earthly power or authority can separate him from that knowledge.

- James E. Faust,  The Gift of the Holy Ghost—A Sure Compass 

Acts 3:1-10

The Lord’s followers were one in purpose, in love, and in works. They knew who they were, they knew what they had to do, and they did it with love for God and for each other. They were part of a magnificent kaleidoscope moving forward with one accord. Some of the blessings they received were that they were filled with the Holy Ghost, miracles took place among them, the Church grew, there was no contention among the people, and the Lord blessed them in all things…Miracles happen when the children of God work together guided by the Spirit to reach out to others in need.

- Reyna I. Aburto,  With One Accord 

Acts 2:41-43

As we act in accordance with the truths of His gospel, we are blessed with the spiritual capacity to press forward through the challenges of mortality while focusing on the joys the Savior offers to us…our covenants and ordinances point us to and help us always remember our connection with the Lord Jesus Christ as we progress along the covenant path.  

- David A. Bednar,  But We Heeded Them Not 

Acts 4:1-13, 31-33

I have a firm testimony that this restored Church is led by our Savior, Jesus Christ...significant spiritual guidance most often comes when we are trying to bless others in fulfilling our responsibilities…I assure you that revelatory guidance can be received by each of us as we humbly labor in the Lord’s vineyard. Most of our guidance comes from the Holy Ghost.  

- Quentin L. Cook,  The Blessing of Continuing Revelation to Prophets and Personal Revelation to Guide Our Lives 

Acts 5:1-11

There will never be honesty in the business world, in the schools, in the home, or anyplace else until there is honesty in the heart… Honesty is the basis of a true Christian life... As Latter-day Saints we have a sacred obligation to not only teach the principles of honesty, but also to live them...Honesty should be among the most fundamental values that govern our everyday living.   

-  Richard C. Edgely, Three Towels and a 25-Cent Newspaper 

Acts 6

True followers of the Savior should be prepared to lay down their lives, and some have been privileged to do so…For most of us, however, what is required is not to die for the Church but to live for it. For many, living a Christlike life every day may be even more difficult than laying down one’s life… Many think that the price of discipleship is too costly and too burdensome. For some, it involves giving up too much. But the cross is not as heavy as it appears to be. Through obedience we acquire much greater strength to carry it.

- James E. Faust, Discipleship 

Acts 7:51-60

We follow the Savior by entering the waters of baptism and receiving a remission of our sins, by receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost and allowing that influence to inspire, instruct, guide, and comfort us...In contrast, when we cling to our sins, our pleasures, and sometimes even our perceived obligations; resist the influence of the Holy Ghost; and put aside the words of the prophets; we then stand at the shore of our own Galilee, nets tightly entangling us. We find ourselves unable to leave them behind and follow the living Christ.

-  Joseph B. Wirthlin, “Follow Me” 

Acts 8:9-24

True worship begins when our hearts are right before the Father and the Son. What is our heart condition today? ...The result of sacrificing our heart, or our will, to the Lord is that we receive the spiritual guidance we need...I have struggled to banish the mortal desire to have things my way, eventually realizing that my way is oh so lacking, limited, and inferior to the way of Jesus Christ...Can we love Jesus Christ and His way more than we love ourselves and our own agenda?

-  Neill F. Marriott, Yielding Our Hearts to God 

Acts 8:26-39

The question asked by th[e] Ethiopian man is a reminder of the divine mandate we all have to seek to learn and to teach one another the gospel of Jesus Christ...we are sometimes like the Ethiopian—we need the help of a faithful and inspired teacher; and we are sometimes like Philip—we need to teach and strengthen others in their conversion…when we earnestly, heartily, firmly, and sincerely seek to learn the gospel of Jesus Christ and teach it to one another with real purpose and under the influence of the Spirit, these teachings may transform hearts and inspire a desire to live according to the truths of God.

-  Ulisses Soares, How Can I Understand? 

Acts 9:1-9

The scriptural word for change is repentance…The Lord’s condition for change is humility…If we humble ourselves and have faith in Jesus Christ, then His grace will enable us to change. In other words, He will empower us to change...The scriptures are full of examples of men and women who changed. Saul, a Pharisee and active persecutor of the early Christian church, became Paul, an Apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ…our divine destiny and purpose is ultimately to become like our Heavenly Father and Savior, Jesus Christ.  

-  Kevin S. Hamilton, “Then Will I Make Weak Things Become Strong” 

Acts 9:10-31

The Savior saw more in those humble fishermen whom He called to follow Him than they initially saw in themselves; He saw a vision of who they could become....With that vision these faithful and devoted disciples were able to do hard things as they traveled to preach the gospel and establish the Church after the Savior had departed...While persecuting the early Saints, the Apostle Paul was converted on the road to Damascus and then acted by teaching and testifying of Christ…[It is] our responsibility to be God’s hands in blessing His children here on earth. The fulfillment of this charge has been heartwarming as members of the Church have acted upon his vision.

- O. Vincent Haleck, Having the Vision to Do 

Acts 10:34-35

A promise has been made to everyone who becomes a member of the Church: “Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God.”… Jesus has asked us to observe the law of perfect love, which is a universal and unconditional gift…In this Church there are no strangers and no outcasts. There are only brothers and sisters…no one is a stranger to our Heavenly Father. There is no one whose soul is not precious to Him.  

-  Gérald Caussé, Ye Are No More Strangers 

Acts 10:36-43

What does it mean to be a disciple of our Lord Jesus Christ? A disciple is one who has been baptized and is willing to take upon him or her the name of the Savior and follow Him. A disciple strives to become as He is by keeping His commandments in mortality, much the same as an apprentice seeks to become like his or her master...Disciples live so that the characteristics of Christ are woven into the fiber of their beings, as into a spiritual tapestry…

- Robert D. Hales,  Becoming a Disciple of Our Lord Jesus Christ 

Acts 11:1-18

The gradual increase of light radiating from the rising sun is like receiving a message from God “line upon line, precept upon precept”. Most frequently, revelation comes in small increments over time and is granted according to our desire, worthiness, and preparation. Such communications from Heavenly Father gradually and gently “distil upon [our souls] as the dews from heaven”. ... we many times receive revelation without recognizing precisely how or when we are receiving revelation. 

 David A. Bednar, The Spirit of Revelation 

Acts 11:19-26

The name the Savior has given to His Church tells us exactly who we are and what we believe. We believe that Jesus Christ is the Savior and the Redeemer of the world. He atoned for all who would repent of their sins, and He broke the bands of death and provided the resurrection from the dead. We follow Jesus Christ…The Saints in New Testament times were called Christians because they professed a belief in Jesus Chris…Surely it would be easier for [others] to understand that we believe in and follow the Savior if we referred to ourselves as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

M. Russell Ballard, The Importance of a Name 

Acts 12:1-17

During the night when Peter was sleeping between two soldiers and was bound with two chains, an angel of the Lord “came upon him” and “raised him up,” and “his chains fell off from his hands.”...He went to the home where members of the Church were gathered together praying for him...Peter...knocked and waited. When they finally came to him, “they were astonished”.

These people had been continually praying for a miracle to occur, but when the Lord answered their prayers, they were amazed. They were surprised at the Lord’s goodness in His miraculous response. Do we recognize the fulfilling of promises in our lives?

- Susan W. Tanner,  All Things Shall Work Together for Your Good 

Acts 12:24

During the early days of the Church, in the meridian of time, the gospel was taken to the house of Israel only; then revelation came to Peter, the senior Apostle, that the time had come to take the gospel beyond Israel and unto the Gentiles... An example of the expansion of the Church at that time was the conversion of Paul, who became the great Apostle to the Gentiles…the direction of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles…to take the gospel to the world is the same as that of the Apostles of old.

-  John B. Dickson, The Gospel to All the World 

Acts 16:9-13 (Paul is directed in a vision to preach in Macedonia)

We need the help of every member, and every member can help, since there are many tasks to perform as we share the restored gospel with every nation, kindred, tongue, and people…we can all pray for desire to help with this vital part of the work of salvation. All efforts begin with desire...faithful members will always have the Savior’s Spirit to be with them to guide them as they seek to participate in the great work of sharing the restored gospel of Jesus Christ...we can pray for inspiration on what we can do in our individual circumstances to share the gospel with others.  

-  President Oaks, Sharing the Restored Gospel  

Acts 16:14-24 (Lydia)

When we agree to believe in the truth and to follow it, and when we make an effort to become true disciples of Jesus Christ, we do not receive a certificate with a guarantee that we will not make mistakes, that we will not be tempted to walk away from the truth, that we will not be criticized, or even that we will not experience afflictions...remember the Savior’s example. During His ministry, He likewise faced difficulty, including criticism, persecution, and ultimately the bitter cup of His atoning sacrifice. Yet in all circumstances He sought to do the will of His Father and give glory to Him. 

-  Denelson Silva, Courage to Proclaim the Truth  

Acts 16:25-34 (Paul and Silas convert the jailor)

We have the sacred responsibility to share the power and peace of Jesus Christ with all who will listen and who will let God prevail in their lives…All missionaries teach and testify of the Savior. The spiritual darkness in the world makes the light of Jesus Christ needed more than ever. Everyone deserves the chance to know about the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. Every person deserves to know where they can find the hope and peace that “[pass] all understanding.”

 - President Nelson,  Preaching the Gospel of Peace  

Acts 17:10-12 (Paul and Silas preach in Berea)

One of the most sacred purposes for which the scriptures were written was to make it possible for all to know Christ. The scriptures teach and testify of Jesus Christ. They teach us much that we need to know and to do to return to the presence of the Savior. John was specific in giving the purpose of the scriptures when he said: “But these [things] are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.”

-  L. Lionel Kendrick, Search the Scriptures 

Acts 17:22-29 (Paul preaches, We are the offspring of God)

All human beings—male and female—are created in the image of God. Each is a beloved spirit son or daughter of heavenly parents, and, as such, each has a divine nature and destiny...In the premortal realm, spirit sons and daughters knew and worshipped God as their Eternal Father and accepted His plan by which His children could obtain a physical body and gain earthly experience to progress toward perfection and ultimately realize their divine destiny as heirs of eternal life.

-  The Family: A Proclamation to the World 

Acts 18:5-11 (Being rejected by the Jews, Paul turns to the Gentiles)

Members of the early Church, from the newest to the most seasoned, took part in the Savior’s great commission, sharing the good news of the gospel with those they met and knew. The determination to share their testimony of Jesus Christ helped His newly established Church grow expansively. We too, as Christ’s disciples, are invited to heed His commission today…We all share things with others. We do it often. We share what movies and food we like, funny things we see, places we visit, art we appreciate, quotes we’re inspired by. How might we simply add to the list of things we already share what we love about the gospel of Jesus Christ?

-  Gary E. Stevenson, Love, Share, Invite 

Acts 26:13-15 (Paul recounts his conversion story)

Real testimony of…precious truths comes as a witness by the Holy Ghost after sincere and dedicated effort...To gain and forever hold on to a testimony of gospel truths is worth whatever price in spiritual preparation we may be required to pay…having a testimony alone is not enough. In fact, when we are truly converted, we cannot be restrained from testifying. And as it was with Apostles and faithful members of old, so is it also our privilege, our duty, and our solemn obligation to “declare the things which [we] know to be true”.

- Pres Ballard, Pure Testimony 

Acts 26:16–18  (Paul's calling and efforts to minister)

Ministering—shepherding—makes our vineyard “one body”—a sacred grove. Each tree in our grove is a living family tree. Roots and branches intertwine. Ministering blesses generations...[We] rejoice in the Lord’s many tender mercies in our lives as we minister as He would...Jesus Christ ministers. Angels minister. Followers of Jesus Christ “minister one to another,”...let His name be known through our ministry.  

- Gerrit W. Gong, Ministering 

Acts 26:19-29 (Paul testifies to King Agrippa)

[T]rue disciples respond in ways that invite the Spirit of the Lord...We cannot change the doctrines of the restored gospel, even if teaching and obeying them makes us unpopular in the eyes of the world. Yet even as we feel to speak the word of God with boldness, we must pray to be filled with the Holy Ghost. We should never confuse boldness with Satan’s counterfeit: overbearance. True disciples speak with quiet confidence, not boastful pride.

- Robert D. Hales, Christian Courage: The Price of Discipleship 

Acts 27:9-21 (Paul warns of danger and is ignored)

[W]e are each a beloved child of God and that He has inspired servants. Those servants of God have foreseen the times in which we live…For those of us who are concerned for ourselves and for those we love, there is hope in the promise God has made of a place of safety in the storms ahead...the Lord Jesus Christ has given you the invitation “Come unto me.” He invites you, out of love for you and for those you love, to come to Him for peace in this life and eternal life in the world to come. He knows perfectly the storms you will face in your test as part of the plan of happiness.

-  Pres Eyring, Steady in the Storms 

Acts 27:22-25, 44 (Paul and the sailors arrive safely)

Remember that this work is not yours and mine alone. It is the Lord’s work, and when we are on the Lord’s errand, we are entitled to the Lord’s help. Remember that the Lord will shape the back to bear the burden placed upon it.

- President Thomas S. Monson, To Learn, to Do, to Be 

Acts 28:1-6 (Paul is protected from a viper bite)

Many today feel troubled and distressed; many feel that, at any moment, the ships of their lives could capsize or sink… Be assured that there is a safe harbor…Be of good cheer. The Man of Galilee, the Creator, the Son of the Living God will not forget nor forsake those whose hearts are drawn to Him. I testify that the Man who suffered for mankind, who committed His life to healing the sick and comforting the disconsolate, is mindful of your sufferings, doubts, and heartaches... At times we may be tempted to think the Savior is oblivious to our trials. In fact, the reverse is true; it is we who need to be awakened in our hearts to His teachings. 

-  Joseph B. Wirthlin, Finding a Safe Harbor 

Romans 1:16-17

[A]s we follow Jesus Christ with footsteps of faith, there is hope. There is hope in the Lord Jesus Christ. There is hope for all in this life. There is hope to overcome our mistakes, our sorrows, our struggles, and our trials and our troubles. There is hope...and peace in Christ. He can carry us today through difficult times…Let us follow Jesus Christ with faith in every footstep. We need to serve the Lord and serve one another. We need to strengthen ourselves spiritually by keeping and honoring our covenants. We should not lose the sense of urgency to keep the commandments.

- Pres Ballard,  Follow Jesus Christ with Footsteps of Faith  

Romans 2:28–29 

Long-lasting conversion is a lifelong process. Conversion is our goal....Reading or hearing about another person’s experiences and insights can be helpful, but that won’t bring the same converting power...[M]any…faithful followers of Christ have symbolically placed the blood of the Lamb of God on the entrance to their homes. They are demonstrating their inward commitment to follow the Savior. Their faith precedes the miracle. It is the miracle of one person having an experience in the scriptures and that experience being blessed by the influence of the Holy Ghost.

- Mark L. Pace,  Conversion Is Our Goal 

Romans 3:23-31 

Romans 5:20-21

After a number of mistakes and failures to live as we know we should, we may lose confidence in ourselves and have a poor self-image of who we are and what we are capable of becoming. We may forget that we are children of God and have the potential of dwelling with him and his Son if we accept the Atonement and keep the commandments…Why is the Savior’s atonement so important as the central gospel principle in the Church and in our lives?

-  Robert D. Hales, Your Sorrow Shall Be Turned to Joy 

Romans 5:1-19

When we speak of repentance, we aren’t just talking about self-improvement efforts. True repentance is more than that—it is inspired by faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and His power to forgive our sins…Sometimes the journey will seem long—after all, it is the journey toward eternal life. But it can be a joyous journey if we pursue it with faith in Jesus Christ and hope in His Atonement. I testify that the moment we set foot on the path of repentance, we invite the Savior’s redeeming power into our lives.

-  Stephen W. Owen, Repentance Is Always Positive 

Romans 6:1-7

[W]hen we are baptized, we are spiritually born of God and are entitled to receive His image in our countenances. We should experience a mighty change of heart so that we can “become new creatures” and exercise faith in the redemption of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in order to maintain our standards of worthiness…I witness that we cannot be fully converted until we “walk in newness of life” and are at heart a new person, “purged from [our] old sins.”  

-  James E. Faust, Born Again 

Romans 6:8-11, 22-23

Jesus Christ has given us a continuous pattern for change...Sometimes the changes we need to make are associated with serious sin. But most often, we strive to refine our character to align ourselves with the attributes of Jesus Christ. Our daily choices will either help or hinder our progress. Small but steady, deliberate changes will help us improve. Do not become discouraged. Change is a lifelong process...because of Jesus Christ, we can change. We can adjust our habits, alter our thoughts, and refine our character to become more like Him. And with His help, we can keep the change.

-  Becky Craven, Keep the Change 

Romans 8:16-17 

As sons [and daughters] of our Heavenly Father, we are heirs to all that He has...how can we not willingly and joyfully engage in serving the Lord and our fellowmen…Serving God and our fellowmen will challenge us and transform us into something greater than we ever thought possible…And in the process, as you “lose [your] life” in the service of others, you will grow and develop until you reach “the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ.” Then you will be prepared to inherit, with Christ, everything your Father has. 

-  Dieter F. Uchtdorf, Four Titles 

Romans 8:38-39

[R]emember these words of the Savior: “I am not alone, because the Father is with me.” So it is with us. We are not alone. The Lord Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Father love us, and They are with us. Because Jesus looked to His Father and completed the great atoning sacrifice, we can look to Jesus Christ with assurance that He will help us...He is patient and kind; His redeeming love never ends and never fails. He will help us live our covenants and magnify our calling[s]. 

-  Kim B. Clark, Look unto Jesus Christ 

Romans 12:19-21 (“Overcome Evil with Good”)

In one of Paul’s teachings…, he invited them to be his followers as he himself was a follower of Christ. This is a sincere and valid invitation from Paul’s time until today: to be a follower of Christ. I began to reflect on what it means to become a follower of Christ. And more important, I began to ask, “In what way should I imitate Him?” To be a follower of Christ is to strive to conform our actions, conduct, and lives to those of the Savior. It is to acquire virtues. It is to be a true disciple of Jesus Christ…

-  Alfred Kyungu, To Be a Follower of Christ 

Romans 13:8-10

Love is the catalyst that causes change. Love is the balm that brings healing to the soul…Where love is, there is no disputation. Where love is, there is no contention. Where love is, there God will be also. Each of us has the responsibility to keep His commandments. The lessons found in scripture find fulfillment in our lives…The single most important word is love.

- President Thomas S. Monson,  A Doorway Called Love  

Romans 14:10-13

We are commanded to love others, not to judge them. Let’s lay down that heavy burden; it isn’t ours to carry. Instead, we can pick up the Savior’s yoke of love and compassion… Are there people in your path who you have felt inclined to judge? If so, remember that these are valuable opportunities for us to practice loving as the Savior loves.  

- J. Annette Dennis, His Yoke Is Easy and His Burden Is Light 

Romans 16:1-4

We can lift ourselves and others as well when we refuse to remain in the realm of negative thought and cultivate within our hearts an attitude of gratitude... We often take for granted the very people who most deserve our gratitude. Let us not wait until it is too late for us to express that gratitude. 

- President Thomas S. Monson, The Divine Gift of Gratitude