
BYU Speeches
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Why Everyone Should Be Religious | Ross G. Douthat | September 2026
Choose Christ | Alexander Dushku | September 2026
“Settle This in Your Hearts” | Neil L. Andersen | September 2026
In Appreciation of Friction: Embracing the Awkward | C. Shane Reese | September 2026
“Ears to Hear” | Wendy W. Reese | September 2026
The Lord's Measures | Justin Collings | August 2026
Becoming BYU in an Age of Artificial Intelligence | Gerrit W. Gong | August 2026
Pure Hearts, Firm Minds | C. Shane Reese | August 2026
Peace and Rest—Even Now | Patrick Kearon | August 2026
To Those Enduring Trials with No End | Jeffrey S. Bednar | July 2026
“What Kind of a Being Is God?” What, How, and Why We Worship | Rebecca K. Hunter | August 2026
Beyond Words: Why the Arts Matter | Curt Holman | June 2026
The Need for Greater Hope | Jamal Willis | July 2026
Share in the Light | Bruce R. Brockbank Jr. | July 2026
Lessons from the Master Engineer | Anton E. Bowden | June 2026
“That the Works of God Should Be Made Manifest” | Jennifer Brooks | June 2026
Miracles of the Multitude | Elysa M. Dishman | June 2026
The Power of Faith and Inspired Learning | C. Shane Reese and D. Michael Lindsay | May 2026
The Gift and Power of Your Light | Arlene P. Sewell | May 2026
What Are You Becoming at BYU? | Brian W. Radford | May 2026
Covenants and Service: Shoring Up Your Foundation | C. Shane Reese | April 2026
Jesus Christ Can Transform Your BYU Experience | Trevor Wilson | April 2026

Every Day Disciples of Jesus Christ | Sean R. Dixon | March 2026
May we embrace each day as our beloved Savior taught and exemplified, with a love for God and a love for our neighbor. Sean R. Dixon, Second Counselor in the Young Men General Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on March 17, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Be Still and Know That I am God” | Shayla Bott | March 2026
Slowing helps us uncover who we really are under all the worldly influences that sometimes permeate our minds and hearts and focus on our Savior Jesus Christ, who is mighty to save. Shayla Bott, Associate Dean of Faculty and the Chair of the Department of Dance at Brigham Young University, delivered this devotional address on March 10, 2026. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Faith in Jesus Christ in the Information Age | Quentin L. Cook | March 2026
As technology continuously advances, it is crucial to become and remain rooted in the principles and truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Quentin L. Cook, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on March 3, 2026. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming Closer to Jesus Christ | Dallin H. Oaks | February 10, 2026
Whatever those doubts, the way to overcome them is to get closer to our Savior Jesus Christ. Again and again, He has taught us that He is the way. Dallin H. Oaks, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on February 10, 2026. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Simplicity That Is in Christ” | Steven D. Shumway | February 2026
Are the good endeavors of your life connected to Christ so you can experience the simplicity and abundance found only in Him? Steven D. Shumway, General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on February 3, 2026. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Road to Wisdom: On Truth, Science, Faith, and Trust | Francis S. Collins | January 2026
By grounding our faith and values in the gospel of Jesus Christ, we gain a shared moral foundation that allows science to be understood not as a divider, but as a gift we explore together. Francis S. Collins, a renowned physician-scientist, delivered this forum address on January 27, 2026. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Path and Power for Your Promised Land | Matthew S. Holland | January 2026
In our personal wilderness, we can turn to Jesus Christ to find our purpose. The Book of Mormon is the most powerful testament of this path. Matthew S. Holland, General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on January 20, 2026. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to Follow Your Heavenly GPS | Wendy W. Reese | January 2026
By trusting in God’s plan, following the covenant path, and praying consistently, we can be guided to eternal life through our Heavenly GPS. Wendy W. Reese, wife of BYU president C. Shane Reese, delivered this devotional address on January 13, 2026. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Sense of Prophetic Urgency | C. Shane Reese | January 2026
We can learn about prophetic urgency and becoming true disciples through the lives and teachings of Jeffrey R. Holland and Dallin H. Oaks. C. Shane Reese, president of Brigham Young University, delivered this devotional address on January 13, 2026. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gift of Revelation | John A. McCune | December 2025
Revelation from God is uniquely and individually prepared for us. We must learn how to hear the Spirit and discern promptings from the Lord. John A. McCune, General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on December 9, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“The Condescension of God” | D. Todd Christofferson | December 2025
Jesus’ condescension, His willingness to live in this fallen world and show us the meaning of His gospel in day-to-day life, is truly an act of genuine love. D. Todd Christofferson, Second Counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on December 2, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

B. Corey Cuvelier | “What Desirest Thou?” | November 2025
As we desire to follow Jesus Christ and align our will with Heavenly Father, our spirits are strengthened and we receive eternal blessings. B. Corey Cuvelier, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on November 11, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edward B. Rowe | Jesus Christ Is Our Rock and Covenants Are Our Anchors | November 2025
Choose Jesus Christ to be your Rock whom you will anchor yourself to by covenant—then climb and ascend by Him, with Him, and through Him. Edward B. Rowe, a General Authority Seventy of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on November 4, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Children Became Useless: Faith and the Future of the Family | Catherine Ruth Pakaluk | October 2025
Falling birth rates show loss of faith and purpose. Restoring belief in children’s divine worth renews families, culture, and community life. Catherine Ruth Pakaluk, faculty at the Busch School of Business in Catholic University and founder of the Political Economy academic area, delivered this forum address on October 28, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guided by Faith and Love | Michael L. Roberts | October 2025
Faith, learning, and divine love unite at BYU to show how God guides our education, purpose, and spiritual growth. Michael L. Roberts, managing director of BYU Alumni and External Relations, delivered this devotional address on October 21, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pathway to Hope: BYU–Pathway Worldwide in Africa | Jane Clayson Johnson | September 2025
Jesus Christ loves His children in Provo, in Nairobi, in Manila, and in Kampala. He is gathering Israel on both sides of the veil. Jane Clayson Johnson, Emmy Award-winning journalist, delivered this forum address on September 30, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“The Family Is Ordained of God” | Ronald A. Rasband | 2025
The Family Proclamation teaches of the Creator and our eternal destiny. The family is ordained of God, and happiness is found in Christ. Ronald A. Rasband, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on September 23, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lessons in Giving Gifts of Light | C. Shane Reese | 2025
In dark times, Christ’s light brings peace and hope. Choose love over contention, share your gifts, and become a beacon of light to others. C. Shane Reese, president of Brigham Young University, delivered this devotional address on September 16, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Becoming a Student of BYU | Wendy W. Reese | 2025
Becoming students of BYU means building on a heritage of faith, service, and discipleship, inspired by women and men who put Christ first. Wife of President Reese, President of Brigham Young University. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph’s School | Justin Collings | August 2025
The revelations of the Restoration contain the master concepts for all of our disciplines. Justin Collings, BYU academic vice president, delivered this address in the faculty session of university conference on August 25, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being Deliberate in the Second Half of the Second Century of BYU | Clark G. Gilbert | 2025
BYU must be deliberate in its divine mission, amplifying prophets’ counsel and preparing disciples for the Lord’s return. Clark G. Gilbert, commissioner of education and a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this BYU university conference address on August 25, 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Ear to Wisdom, a Heart to Understanding | Gerrit W. Gong | August 19, 2025
Jesus Christ atones. He redeems. He restores not only what was, but what can be. Gerrit W. Gong, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this BYU Education Week address on August 19, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doin’ the Plan: Trusting in God’s Love and Help | Amy T. Jex | August 2025
“Doin’ the Plan” means choosing to do right and trusting God's love. Agency, repentance, and divine help lead us to our eternal potential. Amy T. Jex, associate teaching professor in the BYU Department of Dance, delivered this devotional address on August 5, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Faith and Flourishing in Your Life and Work | Paul W. Lambert | July 2025
Research shows faith and religious engagement are society‘s greatest strengths in solving social division, loneliness, and virtue decline. Paul W. Lambert, religion initiative director at the Wheatley Institute, delivered this forum address on July 29, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Fear Not, Little Flock” | Sherami L. Jara | July 2025
Faith is not the absence of sorrow, sadness, struggle, or pain. They often coexist. Sherami L. Jara, assistant dean in the College of Humanities and director of the Liberal Arts Advisement and Careers Center, delivered this devotional address on July 15, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We Chose This! Agency, Atonement, and Joy | Brennan C. Platt | July 2025
We will make mistakes throughout all our life; we won’t be good enough on our own. But our Savior ensured that we can repent of those mistakes, over and over, improving and progressing. Brennan C. Platt, professor of economics at BYU, delivered this devotional address on July 8, 2025. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Working Through Wobble | Dawan L. Coombs | July 2025
Find stability in life's wobble moments by remembering your divine identity, dialoguing with God, and trusting His plan for you. Dawan L. Coombs, associate professor of English at BYU, delivered this devotional address on July 1, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Answering the Dual Calls for Academic Excellence and Discipleship | William W. Clayton | June 2025
At BYU, students unite faith and discipleship with academic excellence. Embracing this double heritage builds strong foundations to serve. William W. Clayton, professor and associate dean at BYU’s J. Reuben Clark Law School, delivered this devotional address on June 24, 2025. You can access the talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.