Nephi urged his brothers to listen carefully to the words of Isaiah. He emphasized that those words applied to them personally. Both of the chapters he quoted at that time, Isaiah 48 and 49, open with an invitation to listen. As we hear and follow the words of prophets, we experience peace.
Gathering → Unity
It's hard to be united without spending time together. That's why the Lord has instructed His church to "meet together oft." Weekly worship services strengthen unity within a congregation, and semiannual global general conferences strengthen the unity of the global Church community.
General Conference and the Welfare of Our Souls
Jacob says he obtained his "errand from the Lord" before speaking to his people, because he was anxious for their welfare. As our church leaders prepare for general conference, they also seek to align their words with God's will for our benefit.
Learning from General Conference
Twice a year, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gather for a global two-day conference. Here are some principles from the apostle Paul to help us prepare to participate in general conference.
Preparing for General Conference
Jesus and Nephi taught that those who receive will be given more. Here are some impactful experiences that I have had with general conference over the years and some suggestions about how to prepare for conference on April 1 and 2, 2023.
Incline Your Ear
In the 55th chapter of Isaiah, we receive important instructions about listening to messages from God: "Incline your ear, and come unto me," He says, "hear, and your soul shall live" (Isaiah 55:3). Listening requires intentional effort. We need to eliminate distractions and focus our attention on His words. "Seek ye the Lord while he may be found," says... Continue Reading →
General Conference
This weekend, we will have the opportunity to learn from prophets and apostles. Here are some ideas to help you get the most out of that experience.