General Conference - Saturday Morning Session

Saturday Morning Session

President Dallin H. Oaks, Apostle, 1st Counselor in the First Presidency, presiding.

Choir: Press Onward Saints

Steven E. Snow, Seventy, opening prayer.

Choir: There is Sunshine in my Soul Today

1) Ulisses Soares, Apostle
Teach each other. Ethiopian eunuch asked Phillip to be taught, life transformed. Raise our families in light and truth. "Come and see." Be attuned to the Lord, call on Him, learn how to bring the gospel of Jesus Christ to the center of our lives. Our actions must reflect our beliefs. Best teacher is a good role model. If our children stray, they are not totally lost. The Lord knows where they are and is watching over them. Love them, embrace them, pray for them. Never give up on them and always preserve our relationships with them.Think of the prodigal son.

2) Becky Craven, 2nd Counselor, Young Women
Where do we look for happiness? In cheap, temporal things? The covenant path will take us to our eternal destination if we remain on it. Casual efforts may lead us to forbidden paths. Don't rationalize.  John 14:15 - youth theme for 2019. Follow the prophet. We cannot live a perfect life, but we can be worthy. Living the gospel of Jesus Christ brings happiness.

3) Brook P. Hales, Seventy
God is involved in the details of our lives. Missionary coat too big, given to one who had none and had been praying for help. Sometimes the answer to righteous prayers is no. Sometimes we do not hear the answer in our lifetime. But the Lord has what is best for us in mind. Sometimes you have lessons to learn. Example of blind lady (like my friend, Kathy Nimmer!) All our concerns, injustices, and disappointments will be taken care of by Heavenly Father.

Choir & Congregation: Redeemer of Israel

4) Dieter Uchtdorf, Apostle
Discipleship. Share what is in your heart. Trust the Lord to work His miracles. It's not our job to convert people, that is the role of the Holy Ghost. Our role is to share our beliefs and live them. It is not a personal failure if someone does not accept the gospel. Believe. Love. Do.

Choir: Dearest Children, God is Near You

5) W. Christopher Waddell, 2nd Counselor in the Presiding Bishopric
Brother with pancreatic cancer, hadn't attended Church in 50 years. Began listening to missionaries, got his patriarchal blessing 57 years after his baptism. Ordained on his deathbed to the Melchizedek Priesthood. Minister to the one just as Christ did. Needs come in a variety of conditions, big or small. No one is too far gone and it is never too late. Model our efforts after Jesus Christ. The Lord will direct our efforts. It is never too late.

Choir: I am a Child of God

6) Henry B. Eyring, Apostle, 2nd Counseor in the First Presidency
On this day in 1830 at Fayette, NY, Joseph organized the Church. Be spiritually minded. All parents have found parenthood a challenge. 4 Nephi - no contention in land because the love of God was in the hearts of people. Lead your children toward righteousness. Build on the Savior's gospel, build your faith. Use Come Follow Me to help build your faith and that of your family's. Alma the Younger remembered his father's faith in the Savior; your children may also when they desperately need repentance. Family prayer plays a crucial part in making home a sacred place. Repent of harsh words and thoughts quickly. Apologize.

A bluebird landed on our window screen and then hopped onto the shepherd's crook just as Elder Eyring completed his talk. Beautiful!

Choir: Rejoice the Lord is King