Monday, November 3, 2008

CONFERENCE ISSUE

OKAY, so this may big a huge undertaking(especially for the first month of this blog). But what a inspiring Conference this was. There were so many talks that were uplifting and motivating.

So take a moment and read some of your favorite talks. November Ensign 2008. Then leave your thought and comments under that talk's post!



Welcome to Conference, President Thomas S. Monson



Our Heavenly Father is mindful of each one of us and our needs. May we be filled with His Spirit as we partake of the proceedings of this … conference.

Let Him Do It with Simplicity, Elder L. Tom Perry


In our search to obtain relief from the stresses of life, may we earnestly seek ways to simplify our lives.

L. Tom Perry, “Let Him Do It with Simplicity,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 7–10

Go Ye Therefore, Silvia H. Allred



We can all participate in missionary work. This is the Lord’s work, and He will help us do it.

You Know Enough, Elder Neil L. Andersen

As disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, we have enormous spiritual reservoirs of light and truth available to us. … In our days of difficulty, we choose the road of faith.
Neil L. Andersen, “You Know Enough,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 13–14

Because My Father Read the Book of Mormon, Elder Marcos A. Aidukaitis

I invite all who hear me today to read the Book of Mormon and to apply the promise it contains. Those who do will know that the book is true.

Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament, Elder Dallin H. Oaks

The ordinance of the sacrament makes the sacrament meeting the most sacred and important meeting in the Church.
Dallin H. Oaks, “Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 17–20

The Infinite Power of Hope, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Hope in God, His goodness, and His power refreshes us with courage during difficult challenges.


Come What May, and Love It, Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin


The way we react to adversity can be a major factor in how happy and successful we can be in life.

Joseph B. Wirthlin, “Come What May, and Love It,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 26–28

The Ministry of Angels, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland

God never leaves us alone, never leaves us unaided in the challenges that we face.


Jeffrey R. Holland, “The Ministry of Angels,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 29–31

Even a Child Can Understand, Elder Gérald Caussé


God … has ensured that the truths regarding God are understandable to all His children, whatever their level of education or intellectual faculty.



Gérald Caussé, “Even a Child Can Understand,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 32–34

The Way, Elder Lawrence E. Corbridge

There is only one way to happiness and fulfillment. Jesus Christ is the Way.

Lawrence E. Corbridge, “The Way,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 34–36

Come to Zion, Elder D. Todd Christofferson

In our families and in our stakes and districts, let us seek to build up Zion through unity, godliness, and charity.
D. Todd Christofferson, “Come to Zion,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 37–40

Pray Always, Elder David A. Bednar

Prayer becomes more meaningful as we counsel with the Lord in all of our doings, as we express heartfelt gratitude, and as we pray for others.
David A. Bednar, “Pray Always,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 41–44

Honor the Priesthood and Use It Well, Elder Richard G. Scott

The perfect role model for use of the holy priesthood is our Savior, Jesus Christ. He ministered with love, compassion, and charity.
Richard G. Scott, “Honor the Priesthood and Use It Well,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 44–47

Arms of Safety, Elder Jay E. Jensen

By coming humbly and fully repentant to sacrament meeting and worthily partaking of the sacrament, we may feel those arms [of safety] again and again.

Winning the War against Evil, Elder James J. Hamula

You were entrusted to come to the earth in these last days to do again what you did before—to once again choose good over evil.

James J. Hamula, “Winning the War against Evil,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 50–53

Lift Where You Stand, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Every priesthood holder stands at a unique place and has an important task that only he can perform.
Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Lift Where You Stand,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 53–56

O Ye That Embark, President Henry B. Eyring

Our power to carry burdens can be increased more than enough to compensate for the increased service we will be asked to give.
Henry B. Eyring, “O Ye That Embark,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 57–60

To Learn, to Do, to Be, President Thomas S. Monson

May we learn what we should learn, do what we should do, and be what we should be.
Thomas S. Monson, “To Learn, to Do, to Be,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 60–62, 67–68

Our Hearts Knit as One, President Henry B. Eyring

The Saints can accomplish any purpose of the Lord when fully united in righteousness.
Henry B. Eyring, “Our Hearts Knit as One,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 68–71

Christian Courage: The Price of Discipleship, Elder Robert D. Hales

God Loves and Helps All of His Children, Bishop Keith B. McMullin

We need Heavenly Father’s help. Important sources of this help come through man’s service to his fellowman, through prayer, and through focus on Christ.

A Return to Virtue, Elaine S. Dalton

Now is the time for each of us to arise and unfurl a banner to the world calling for a return to virtue.
Elaine S. Dalton, “A Return to Virtue,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 78–80

The Truth of God Shall Go Forth, Elder M. Russell Ballard

This is God’s work, and God’s work will not be frustrated. But there is still much to be done.
M. Russell Ballard, “The Truth of God Shall Go Forth,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 81–84

Finding Joy in the Journey, President Thomas S. Monson

Let us relish life as we live it, find joy in the journey, and share our love with friends and family.

The Test, President Boyd K. Packer

Neither mobbings nor the army could turn the Saints aside from what they knew to be true.
Boyd K. Packer, “The Test,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 88–91

Celestial Marriage, Elder Russell M. Nelson

[The] proclamation on the family helps us realize that celestial marriage brings greater possibilities for happiness than does any other relationship.
Russell M. Nelson, “Celestial Marriage,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 92–95

Gospel Teaching—Our Most Important Calling, William D. Oswald

When we learn a few fundamental principles about teaching and are shown how to teach, all of us can do it.
William D. Oswald, “Gospel Teaching—Our Most Important Calling,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 95–98

Returning Home, Elder Eduardo Gavarret

What a tremendous impact we can make in the lives of so many … when we accept the Savior’s invitation to feed His sheep.
Eduardo Gavarret, “Returning Home,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 98–100

Testimony as a Process, Elder Carlos A. Godoy

To receive the witness of the “still small voice” sometimes can have a stronger impact on our testimonies than the visit of an angel.

“Hope Ya Know, We Had a Hard Time”, Elder Quentin L. Cook

We know from the scriptures that some trials are for our good and are suited for our own personal development.

Until We Meet Again, President Thomas S. Monson

May we be good citizens of the nations in which we live and good neighbors in our communities, reaching out to those of other faiths, as well as to our own.
Thomas S. Monson, “Until We Meet Again,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 106–7

Fulfilling the Purpose of Relief Society, Julie B. Beck

Relief Society was established by the Lord to organize, teach, and inspire His daughters to prepare for the blessings of eternal life.
Julie B. Beck, “Fulfilling the Purpose of Relief Society,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 108–11

Holy Temples, Sacred Covenants, Silvia H. Allred

The temples are sacred, holy places. They are a source of spiritual power and strength. They are a place of revelation.
Silvia H. Allred, “Holy Temples, Sacred Covenants,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 112–14

Now Let Us Rejoice, Barbara Thompson

Participation in Relief Society is part of our glorious heritage and blessing as women in the Lord’s Church.
Barbara Thompson, “Now Let Us Rejoice,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 114–16

Conference Story Index

Click image to enlarge!“Conference Story Index,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 124