On this Mother’s Day, I have reflected about how our Heavenly Father’s plan of salvation was entirely dependent upon the heroic actions of two valiant women: Eve, the mother of all living, and Mary, the mother of our Lord Jesus Christ.

These heroic actions continue today, as…

Regular temple worship will enhance the way you see yourself and how you fit into God’s magnificent plan.

Dear brothers, sisters, and friends, how grateful I am that we can watch, listen to, or attend general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints this weekend. I know that the General Authorities and General Officers of the Church who will speak to us have…

Jesus Christ is our ultimate exemplar, “who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross” (Hebrews 12:2).

He lives! He is our Advocate with the Father and our Redeemer.

Without His Resurrection, death would be the end. Our Savior’s Atonement made eternal life a…

My dear sisters, I was grateful to speak with you today at the Worldwide Relief Society Devotional. You are often on my mind. I am deeply grateful for you and feel indebted to you. So much of the good The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints accomplishes and so much of the…

On Valentine’s Day, people the world over celebrate love. But what does the word “love” really mean? Is it about flowers, chocolate, and gifts? Certainly, at times, it can be. But the second great commandment teaches of a different kind of love—that of actively loving our…

When you make choices, I invite you to take the long view—an eternal view. Think Celestial!

Years ago, Sister Nelson and I visited Machu Picchu high in the mountains of Perú. We marveled at what we experienced.

While we marvel at the accomplishments of men and women, all of that pales when compared with the creations and works of our loving Heavenly Father and His…

The Babe of Bethlehem, the Lord Jesus Christ, is our Savior and our Redeemer. He is the Son of God, the Holy One of Israel.  He is the Anointed One.
 
Let us live in the spirit of “Hallelujah,” ever praising the Lord God Jehovah. At this glorious Christmas season, come let us…

Thank you for your prayers for me during the last two months. My recovery from my fall in September when I injured the muscles in my back has been rigorous. I have needed your prayers.

The apostle James taught that the effectual fervent prayers of righteous men and women…

Today we held the first-ever worldwide youth testimony meeting. What an exciting opportunity to flood the world with an outpouring of testimony from our valiant youth!

In that meeting, I shared Philippians 4:13—“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”

One…

I recently celebrated my 99th birthday and thus commenced my 100th year of living. I am often asked the secret to living so long. A better question would be, “What have I learned in nearly a century of living?”
I have learned that Heavenly Father’s plan for us is fabulous, that…

Dear brothers, sisters and friends, we have the cherished opportunity this coming weekend to attend or watch our semiannual general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! General conference weekends are two of my favorite weekends of the year. How I love…

I have reflected many times on the miracle of the coming forth of the Book of Mormon. Today we commemorate the 200thanniversary of the angel Moroni’s first visit to the Prophet Joseph Smith. What a remarkable visitation this was! Moroni was a messenger sent from God to teach…

As we press forward in the work of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ, I am pleased to announce the release of the second edition of “Preach My Gospel.” It carries the subtitle “A Guide to Sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”
 
This new edition comes at a time when the world is…

You may have heard a rumor that someone saw me somewhere using a walker or a wheelchair. Well, it’s not a rumor.

From time to time, I’m having a small challenge with my balance. I guess I shouldn’t be surprised when little issues arise as I near the century mark.

Gratefully, my…

I was privileged to be the recipient of the Morehouse College inaugural Gandhi-King-Mandela Peace Prize this evening. I was unable to travel to Atlanta to be at the ceremony, but I recorded a short message that was shown at the event. I have included part of my video message…

On the cross, Jesus forgave His tormentors. This Easter season, think of someone whom you should forgive. I promise you that the Prince of Peace will bring you peace.

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