Closer To Christ Through General Conference

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/42shumway?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/41bednar?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/35christofferson?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/34vargas?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/33rasband?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/32wright?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/31stevenson?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/27uchtdorf?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/26boom?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/25renlund?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/24roman?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/23palmer?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/22lund?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/21andersen?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/18eyring?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/17gimenez?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/16cook?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/15rasband?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/14johnson?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/13holland?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/57nelson?lang=engExcerpts from all of the talks this conference session:https://www.thechurchnews.com/podcast/2025/04/08/april-2025-general-conference-excerpts/Relief Society/ EQ teaching Aid still not published

Running through the vents of Holy Week. Would invite you to listen to the entire podcast in preparation for making this Easter season more Christ centered and special. It also cold be listened to in segments, day-by-day. #HeisRisenGospel Library Study Plan:https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/easter-plan?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/56egbo?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/12/07/raymond-egbo-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/How can we ignore the distractions of the world and focus on Christ and His gospel?When have the Savior and His gospel helped you feel joy regardless of what was happening or not happening in your life?How can we “take heart” in the account of Alma the Younger when those we love stray from the gospel?How can sharing the gospel help us find the “exceedingly great joy” Alma felt?How could we be a ministering angel to someone in need of Jesus Christ and His gospel?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/55alliaud?lang=eng#p_jhupOhttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/12/06/ruben-alliaud-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/How did the First Vision reveal the true nature of God and our relationship to Him?When we talk about the nature of God, how are we also in a way talking about our own nature?How did Moses and the Savior respond when Satan tempted them to deny their divine identity?How can we respond when the world tempts us to forget who we are as children of God?How can thinking celestial help us remember our divine identity?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/54cook?lang=eng#p_w8tOuhttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/12/05/quentin-cook-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Why is studying the Book of Mormon essential for enduring conversion?What gospel principle have you gained a stronger testimony of by studying the Book of Mormon?When has the Book of Mormon helped you draw closer to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ?How can we be more intentional about what material we view and engage with?How might the thirteenth article of faith guide how we use the internet?https://www.ldsliving.com/in-their-own-tongue-new-technology-brings-the-book-of-mormon-to-people-who-lack-written-language/s/10798?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3V7RvvUTtrePPqIe-FKzPwKDvfDjyYh_ZV92zWWfTtF-XoZw1kaczkYtc_aem_aI8BkVAP8Wh1jPx2qCsxnA

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/53rasband?lang=eng#p_bgufhhttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/12/04/ronald-rasband-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/What does it mean to “hold up” the Lord’s light? How can we do this in our daily lives?How can we actively sustain local and general Church leaders?How can personal revelation “counter the fear, darkness and contention” of the world? What are some ways to seek personal revelation effectively?How can our service and worship in temples enhance our personal spiritual journeys?When has following the teachings of the Prophet or other Church leaders impacted your life? How did it change your perspective or actions?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/52wada?lang=eng#p_vultdhttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/12/03/takashi-wada-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/How does the plan of salvation help us reach our divine potential?Why is it necessary to have agency to build faith in Jesus Christ?How have the words of Christ and the Holy Ghost brought peace into your life?How can we receive the continued guidance of the Holy Ghost?In the days to come, how can we “feast upon the words of Christ” (2 Nephi 32:3)?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/51uchtdorf?lang=eng#p_lpY6ahttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/12/02/dieter-uchtdorf-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Why must Jesus Christ and His atoning sacrifice be at the root of our testimony?How can we maintain faith when facing unanswered questions?Why might Korihor’s blasphemous preaching have been unpersuasive toward the recently converted people of Ammon (Alma 30:19-21)?When have you kept your faith rooted in Christ despite life not going as planned?How can we nourish our faith in the Savior this week?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/47eyring?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/12/01/henry-eyring-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/When have you found success teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to a child or other loved one? What made it impactful?What does it mean to try “the virtue of the word of God” (Alma 31:5)?What power do you find in the simplicity of the doctrine of Christ (Doctrine and Covenants 18:21-22)?How can we find time to teach our children or other loved ones the doctrine of Christ?How does teaching the gospel simply protect us from false doctrine?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/46wilcox?lang=eng#p_pWJuEhttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/27/bradley-wilcox-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/44stevenson?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/26/gary-stevenson-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/45budge?lang=eng#p_s4avOHow have you made time on busy days to nourish your spirit?What does it look like to “return often to the Lord with full purpose of heart”?How can we focus more on God during times we already set aside for Him?How might “being still” be an act of faith that requires effort?When will you make time this week for quiet time with the Lord?https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/25/todd-budge-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Action Items:Do a breathing exercise before beginning prayer or scripture study.Download a medication ap or podcast. Check out what Amy has created for you by following the link!...https://rss.com/podcasts/guided-visualizations-from-the-silverstream/1863438https://rss.com/podcasts/guided-visualizations-from-the-silverstream/1738933

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/43hales?lang=eng#p_xhKZnhttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/24/brook-hales-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/What makes mortality “designed to work”?When have you felt peace by trusting in God’s plan?Why might difficulties of this world be necessary for mortality to work?What scriptural examples involve someone staying faithful to the Lord despite challenges? What helped them stay faithful?How can we grow “complete trust in the Lord that mortality works”?Action Items;Record when you have had an experience in your life that when you have connected the dots backward you see for yourself just how mortality is working.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/42browning?lang=eng#p_zbErKhttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/23/tracy-browning-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions:How can asking questions and searching give Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ the opportunity to help us grow?When have you used your agency to choose Christ, despite limitations and without a knowledge of all things?Why is it important to invite the Holy Spirit, study the scriptures and the words of modern-day prophets, attend the temple and pray when seeking answers to spiritual questions?Why is obedience and keeping our covenants important when seeking spiritual guidance?Action Item:As we learn “line upon line, precept upon precept” (2 Nephi 28:30), how can we “wait upon the Lord” (Isaiah 40:31) in the space between our current line of understanding and the next yet to be delivered?

How to Create Your Best Year Yet Four Key Steps:1. Start with Prayer/Purpose: ● Prayer:Ask God what His will is for you in 2025 and write down the thoughts and impressions that come to your mind.Work on aligning your will (goals & intentions) with His.● Purpose:If prayer isn’t your thing, start with the bigger purpose you want to have in your life and in this worldWhat are you meant to be & do in this world?2. Purge to Progress:● This is an intentional exercise to clear the past & create space for the future● Write down your answers to the following questions:What part of yourself will you let go of in order to improve and grow to the next level?Any habits you want to change/replace?Any relationships you want to improve?Anyone you need to forgive?Anything else holding you back?3. Thoughtfully Answer:● Answer the 10 questions below● Intentionally let faith replace fear and let abundance replace scarcity. 4. Print&PlaceYourTop3-5Goals:● Put goals in a prominent place: in sight, in mind/out of sight out of mind● Make sure you’ll see them every night before going to bed and every morning upon waking up *Adapted from “Your Best Year Yet!” – Ditzler, Jinny 1. What are your biggest achievements in 2024?2. What were your magical moments in 2024?3. What roles did you play in 2024?4. What were your biggest disappointments in 2024?5. What lessons did you learn in 2024?6. What are the most important roles for you to play in 2025?7. What are your top 1-3 goals for you to play in 2025?8. What are your overall top 3-5 goals for 2025?9. What daily rituals do you need to commit to in 2025 to enable #8?10. What do you need to stop doing?Feel free to email Jeff for the actual PDF @ [email protected]

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/41holland?lang=eng#p_byTzJhttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/22/jeffrey-holland-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions:What about the Savior shows His “divine DNA”?When has Christ’s love been “an encouraging embrace” in your life?What scriptural examples show Jesus loving God and loving His neighbors?How can we avoid simplifying or trivializing who the Savior is?How could Christ’s example of submission to His Father’s will strengthen us in difficult times?Action Items: Consider what I am doing or what I could be doing to more fully recognize the Savior in my life.What am I doing or could I be doing to show love for my neighbor in sharing the fundamental principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/35bednar?lang=eng#p_v5xX0https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/21/david-bednar-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Why is pride a “spiritual poison” and “deadly spiritual disease”?What has the Book of Mormon taught you about humility?What made the Lamanites a “righteous people” while the Nephites become “grossly wicked” (Helaman 6:1-2)?How might prosperity lead to pride and then from pride to apostasy?What “small and simple things” can protect us from pride?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/34alvarado?lang=eng#p_l73FKQuestions:What are some of the common feelings of inadequacy, weakness or unworthiness with which we may struggle?How did the prophet Nephi face his inadequacies, like those he mentions in 2 Nephi 4:17-19?How can repentance be joyful?How can a path of sincere repentance eventually lead us to the Savior’s holy temple?What can we be doing now to turn to God and truly repent rather than wait until the end of our mortal lives?https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/20/jorge-alvarado-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Action Items:Consider the blessings that have come to you as you have repented rather than holding onto you challenges.Write down a time when you have felt joyful because of repentance.What can you do NOW to turn to Him?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/33mckay?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/18/kristin-yee-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions:How does Joseph Smith’s First Vision encourage us today to approach God in times of need?How does Joseph Smith’s example of regular repentance provide a model for our lives?Elder McKay discusses several profound truths restored through Joseph Smith, such as about the nature of God and the Atonement of Christ. How do restored truths enhance our understanding of the gospel, and what impact do they have on our spiritual practices?In what ways can repentance strengthen our relationship with Heavenly Father?How has Joseph Smith’s efforts “to roll forth the kingdom of God” inspired you to engage in this work?Action Items:"If ye lack wisdom, ask of God." This week, take something to the Lord in prayer and trust that an answer will come in time. Prepare to Hear His direction for you and record it.

https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/18/kristin-yee-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/32yee?lang=eng#p_qZa2hQuestions:What makes repentance a joyful act?How can we apply Sister Yee’s experience with the painting to our own life challenges?How can we better strengthen our covenant relationship with God?What does it mean to you that the Savior is “mighty to save”?How can repentance allow us to feel God’s love?Action Items:Ponder the redeeming power of Jesus Christ as you participate in a sacred ordinance this week. What will you allow the Lord to reshape or remold in you?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/31gong?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/17/gerrit-gong-relief-society-elders-quorum-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions: What makes the Savior’s gospel “a gospel of joy and holiness in everyday life”?Why might spiritual commitment help us become happier, healthier and more fulfilled?How has someone’s example of everyday holiness to the Lord strengthened you in your efforts?What role do covenants play on holiness in our day-to-day lives?How can we make holiness to the Lord a daily endeavor?Action Items:What is one thing you can focus on this week to bring more power to your covenants and more holiness in you day-to-day life?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/28soares?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/16/ulisses-soares-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions:Am I doing my best to give up all self-centered pursuits? What are some of the barriers you have faced as you have tried to align your will with God’s?When have you had a time in your life that you recognize the blessings that came from aligning your will with Gods will?Action Items:Ask for clarity on something you might be doing or not doing that if corrected, would being your alignment into the Lord’s will for your life. Reflect on you patriarchal blessing and see what insights you can glean that may give you direction in this next chapter of your life. Record a journal entry on one of the moments that came to mind when you reflected on a time when your will and Hod’s will was aligned.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/27cavalcante?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/15/aroldo-cavalcante-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions:What symbolism do you find in the Book of Mormon and the story of the Jaredites that applies to your challenges today?How can I be a wind that never ceases in relation to helping direct others on the covenant path?Action Items: Consider the things that I am spending my time on and consider the impact they are having on my own spiritual journey.What impact can I have on others through my service and efforts in gathering Zion?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/26goury?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/14/martin-goury-relief-society-elders-quorum-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions:How are you preparing for the Lord's coming?What are challenges that are making daily repentance possible?How does the joy of daily repentance bless your life?Action Items:Find joy in daily repentance!

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/25buckner?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/13/david-buckner-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions:How does the Savior's definition of friendship differ from the world's definition of friendship?How can we counter divisions and promote unity among our friends, family, and community?How can our unique gifts and talents unite us?How can we support and encourage others to feel welcome? Action Items:Consider the net you are casting. Is there room for everyone? Can you strengthen relationship with an individual by strengthening your relationship with Jesus Christ?Do you tend to feel isolated and friendless? Strengthen your relationship with the Savior by looking outside yourself and being His hands. What more can you contribute in your calling, or ministering assignments.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/24kearon?lang=enghttps://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/12/patrick-kearon-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Questions:What does it mean to discover the joy of daily repentance.How does the Savior want our sacrament hours to be?How can I be part of helping His children feel cared for, welcomed, nourished, and loved?How would He want us to feel when we come to be renewed through remembering and worshiping Him?Action Items:Ponder the many ways we have seen the Lord relentlessly pursue us with His wonderful love this week.Stop and give thanks for the times the Savior entered into your struggles and our triumphs.Ponder, reflect, give thanks, and celebrate the many ways our Savior has redeemed us. (See guided visualization).Guided Visualization:https://rss.com/podcasts/guided-visualizations-from-the-silverstream/1738931

https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/11/juan-villar-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/23villar?lang=engHave you ever been guided by the spirit to do something and things didn't work out quite like you thought they would? Action: Go back to the Lord and ask Him to help you see the situation more clearly. What opportunities have come your way that have led to learning and change in you r life that are leading to everlasting happiness?

https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/10/jose-teixeira-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/22teixeira?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/57nelson?lang=eng#p_lJXRrWhat are you noticing around you that testifies that the Lord is hastening His work in the latter days?How am I demonstrating that discipleship is my highest priority?How have you found greater access to the Lord's strengthening power through temple covenants?What storms of life have been made easier because of your decision to follow Jesus Christ?when have you experienced healing by yoking yourself to the Savior?Action Items:Devote time each week to increase your understanding of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.How can I make discipleship a higher priority this week?Talk of Christ, testify of Christ, have faith in Christ, and rejoice in Christ.Church News Resource:https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/11/01/russell-nelson-rs-eq-lessons-october-2024-general-conference/Guided Vizualization:https://rss.com/podcasts/guided-visualizations-from-the-silverstream/1738880

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/21christofferson?lang=eng"May we bury—very, very deep—any element of rebellion against God in our lives and replace it with a willing heart and a willing mind."Questions to Ponder:What might we do to lay down the weapons of rebellion in our own lives?How can we become so converted to the Lord that the stain of sin and the desire to sin are taken from our hearts and we will never fall away?Action Item:Assess your life and consider what your offering looks like. Possibly start with your words, work, and your physical body as mentioned in the talk. Are there any adjustments that need to be made to to correct active or passive rebellion in your actions?