General Conference Conversations

Elder Meurs gives a powerful testimony of the personal power of the Atonement in his talk “He Could Heal Me!” Here some questions to consider as you study: “Moroni promises that if we read the Book of Mormon and then ask God the Eternal Father with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ if it is true, God will manifest its truth by the power of the Holy Ghost.” Have you had this...

“Accessing God’s Power through Covenants” by Elder Renlund reminds us of the power that comes through making and keeping covenants with God and Christ. Here are some questions to consider as you study: Were you prepared for the covenants you made at baptism or in the temple? How have you felt power through your covenants - baptismal or temple? And if you're looking for further reading: Footnot...

President Eyring reminds us of the peace that Christ gives us in his talk “Finding Personal Peace.” Here are some questions to consider as you study: How have you felt peace from your faith in Christ? How have you tried to pass on that peace to others - spouses, children, friends, etc? And if you're looking for further reading: John 14 "Look Forward to the Future with Faith" buy Russ...

Elder Haynie’s talk “A Living Prophet for the Latter Days” gives such a beautiful testimony of prophets and our current prophet, President Nelson. Here’s a question to consider as you study: Have you had an experience with getting confirmation of the prophet's calling? And if you're looking for further reading: Footnotes 1, 4, 17, 18, 19, 20 "His Word Ye Shall Receive" by M. Russ...

In “Safely Gathered Home,” Elder Cook reminds of the joys of loving those around us. Here is a question to consider as you study: How do you love, share, and invite in your daily life? And if you're looking for further reading: Footnotes 6, 19, 22, 23, 25 "Welcome Message" by Russell M. Nelson, April 2021 General Conference "Hope of Israel" by Russell M. Nelson, Worldwide Y...

Elder Gong tells amazing stories about ministering in his talk “Ministering” and gives us great things to think about as we minister. Here is a question to consider as you study: How can you minister to those around you? And if you're looking for further reading: Pay attention to footnotes! "Strive to Be Temple Worthy" by L. Tom Perry, Ricks College Devotional September 1989 "Mi...

“Just Keep Going - With Faith” by Elder Cook gives us encouragement in hard times. Here’s a question to consider as you study: When have you held on or pushed on just a bit further and been blessed for you faith and perseverance? And if you're looking for further reading: Footnote 3 "Reverence Invites Revelation" by Boyd K. Packer, October 1991 General Conference "Zoram and I: G...

Sister Cordon’s talk “Never Give Up an Opportunity to Testify of Christ” is great reminder for us to find Christ every day. Here are some questions to consider as you study: "How can we draw close enough to gain a personal witness of Jesus Christ?" What does it mean for you to be a witness of Christ? And if you're looking for further study: "Hear Him" by Russell M. Nelson,...

Elder Stevenson gives us a fantastic reminder of the importance of Easter in his talk “The Greatest Easter Story Ever Told.” Here are some questions to consider as you study: What ways do you and your family celebrate Easter? What ways can you celebrate Easter differently? "Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church" book by N.T. Wright "Th...

President Nelson’s closing talk “Focus on the Temple” is all about, you guessed it, the temple. Here some questions to consider as you study and reflect on this whole conference: What plans do you have to follow the inspiration you got while studying? President Nelson announced 18 new temples. What do you feel hearing these new temples announced? I also listed some overall themes: Personal relatio...

In his talk “Be True to God and His Work,” Elder Cook reminds us of the need for our own personal testimony and relationship with Jesus Christ. Here are some questions to consider as you study: How can you better bridle your passions in difficult conversations? Are you holding onto guilt from already repented of sins? And if you’re looking for further study: Many of the footnotes contain extra inf...

In “We Can Do Hard Things through Him,” Elder Morrison reminds us of the importance of trials. Here are some questions to consider as you study: What lessons have you learned from past/current trials? What past/current trials have helped you care for others in similar situations? And if you’re looking for further study: "Lessons from Liberty Jail" by Jeffrey R. Holland, BYU Speech September 2008 "...

Elder Stevenson teaches us powerfully about our testimony in his talk “Nourishing and Bearing Your Testimony.” The questions below are ones he asks and are great to consider as you study. Elder Stevenson tells a story of young man bearing his testimony at a leadership conference: "I am inspired by Kevin’s courage in sharing his testimony. It is a courage repeated every day by faithful members of t...

In his talk “The Virtue of the Word,” Elder Eddy reminds us of the power of the word of God in our lives. Here is a question to consider as you study: Elder Eddy speaks of the importance of reading the word of God often. How can you do this in a way that works for you? And if you’re looking for further study: "Embrace the Future with Faith" Russell M. Nelson, October 2020 Gen Conf "But We Heeded T...

“That They Might Know Thee” by Elder Schmitt is a beautiful testimony of getting to know Christ through his names. Here are some questions to consider as you study: “A few years ago, I had a life-changing experience during a sacrament meeting in our home ward in Arizona. As the sacrament prayer indicated our willingness to “take upon [ourselves] the name of [Jesus Christ],”1 the Holy Ghost reminde...

Elder Olsen gives us so many stories in his talk “The Answer is Jesus” to show the simplicity of the gospel. Here are some questions to consider as you study: Elder Olsen tells a story about his young nephew: "'Nash, that is a great idea. How did you get so smart?' He looked at me with an expression in his eyes that said, 'Uncle Ryan, how do you not know the answer to this question?' He simply shr...

“Legacy of Encouragement,” President Eyring’s talk, is a legacy of encouragement in itself. Here are some questions to consider as you study: What can you do to encourage those around you? What encourages you in times of trial? And if you’re looking for further study: Moroni 7 1 Corinthians 13 Preach My Gospel, Chapter 6: Christlike Attributes “Teaching Self-Reliance to Children and Youth” by Hugo...

President Nelson’s talk “Overcome the World and Find Rest” contains SO MUCH - and so much that President Nelson has taught over the last five years as prophet. Here are some questions to consider as you study: How have you found rest in your trials with the help of Christ? “I urged them then—and I plead with you now—to take charge of your own testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel. Work for it....

Elder Bednar’s talk “Put On Thy Strength, O Zion” is very timely with our study of the New Testament this year! Here are some questions to consider as you study: How can you spend extra time in the scriptures this year to understand the parables? “Each of us should evaluate our temporal and spiritual priorities sincerely and prayerfully to identify the things in our lives that may impede the bount...

President Lund talks about how to continually have amazing spiritual experiences in his talk “Lasting Discipleship.” Here are some questions to consider as you study: How has gathering with other Saints in the Lord's name/work buoyed you up? “Finding joy in this world of prophesied disruption without becoming part of that world, with its blind spot toward holiness, is their particular charge.” How...

Patterns help us understand God, and Elder Sitati talks about it so simply and beautifully in his talk “Patterns of Discipleship.” Here are some questions to consider as you study: How do patterns and truths in the world help you know God better? What does humility mean? And if you’re looking for further study: "The Nature and Character of God" by Andrew C. Skinner, BYU Speech April 2006 "True Doc...

Elder Gong reminds us of the hope of a “happily ever after” in his talk “Happy and Forever.” Here are some questions to consider as you study: “‘As for me,’ she says, ‘the temple is a place of healing, learning, and acknowledging the Atonement of Jesus Christ.’” What is the temple for you? “We find heaven’s sociality in each other.” How do you find heaven in others? And if you’re looking for furth...

“His Yoke is Easy and His Burden is Light” by Sister Dennis is such a powerful call to us to lead with love. Here are some questions to consider as you study: How can we help all to feel like they belong, regardless of personal circumstance we see or don't see? “Are there people in your path who you have felt inclined to judge?” And if you’re looking for further study: "Lord, I Would Follow Thee"...

Elder Holland’s talk “Lifted Up upon the Cross” is such a beautiful testimony of the atonement of Christ. Here are some questions to consider as you study: How can we emphasize the FULL atonement - suffering, crucifixion, and resurrection - in our lives and callings? How is your life a symbol of your faith? And if you’re looking for further study: Footnotes 2, 6, 7, & 14 "Opening the Heavens f...

Elder Andersen’s talk “Drawing Closer to the Savior” once again stressed the importance of having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Here’s a question that Elder Andersen poses to ponder as you study: “[H]ow can we deepen and strengthen our commitment to the Savior in the days ahead?” And if you’re looking for further study: "Steady in the Storms" by Henry B. Eyering, April 2022 Gen Conf "...