I don't buy it. I don't think everything we believe comes together in the temple. Then, as we keep our covenants, He endows us withHishealing, strengthening power. Jesus is the Christ! Changes in the temple ceremonies (and by extension in other procedures and methods in the church) are evidence that the Lord is actively guiding and directing His church. President Nelson shared three truths hand them out or have them written up on the board. I need to work even harder to understand what is being taught in the temple and to see if there are places that I can improve my keeping of the covenants so that I am doing so with more exactness and honor. President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, speaks during the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. We need the temple and Jesus. Paul makes it clear that God does not dwell in temples made with hands in Acts 17. (temple) What happens when we keep our covenants made in the temple? President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, visits with other general authorities after the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. If you and I are to withstand the forthcoming perils and pressures, it is imperative that we each have a firm spiritual foundation built upon the rock of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ. The reduced number of singers is designed to create physical distancing, said President Henry B. Eyring, second counselor in the First Presidency, who conducted the session. But methods change as the inspired direction comes to those who preside at a given time.'. Why? Another theme I havent seen recently that I felt repeated several times in conference was that of discipleship. "Temple ordinances and covenants are ancient. Why are the temple changes being made (to increase clarity and understanding)? All quotes by President Russell M. Nelson and in blue (unless otherwise noted). We all drift from time to time, but we can get back on course. God lives! Send a prayer request now, or call 18007007000. Invite individuals who feel comfortable to share something they wrote. Then, when spiritual earthquakes occur, you will be able to standstrongbecause your spiritual foundation is solid and immovable. Do the possible changes make you feel apprehensive or excited? "`,r'D+H}D2H)k `)X}Xv.`vdT\"}~ (q^
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Tell your class to contemplate President Nelsons statement about taking new measures and write what comes to mind as they consider the following questions: What is the Spirit prompting you to begin doing? Share your prayer requests, receive prayer and pray for others! Tell the class youre going to give them a quick minute to read them and choose one they feel stands out for them today. And recognize that when you meet resistance it simply means that the adversary knows the good that is about to come of it. I don't think the people in Christ's day were ever commanded to build temples. They are central to Mormon temple ordinances but are never mentioned anciently at all. We are sparing no effort to give this venerable temple, which had become increasinglyvulnerable, a foundation that will withstand the forces of nature into the Millennium. Indeed, "whenever the Lord has had a people on the earth who will obey His word, they have been commanded to build temples." The standard works are replete with references to temple teachings, clothing, language, and more. The procedure changed, but the covenants remain the same. Thanks. %PDF-1.6
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(About 2 minutes play background music or have quiet time). Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Let us uphold the covenant inherent in our discipleship the covenant to be one., Why do we want the Savior to be the author and finisher of our stories? This true story appears in 2 Chronicles 29. Thanks for your inspiring highlights. Learn how your comment data is processed. See the example of the sacrament in the original post. Those who are quick to take offense or respond to a difference of opinion by becoming angry or judgmental fail the spiritual stress test, he said. He will help us to once again clothe ourselves with compassion and humility. The Lord has declared that despite todays unprecedented challenges, those who build their foundations upon Jesus Christ, and have learned how to draw upon His power, need not succumb to the unique anxieties of this era. it is now time that we implement extraordinary measures perhaps measures we have never taken before.. If you are married and have not yet been sealed in the temple, do everything you can to take the necessary steps to be sealed together for eternity. Then, as we keep our covenants, He endows us with His healing, strengthening power. Do you believe the prophet can receive ongoing revelations about the temple ceremony? Get more than a Sunday sermon. If you and I are to withstand the forthcoming perils and pressures, it is imperative that we each have a firm spiritual foundation built upon the rock of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ.". Church members need to seek personal peace and restoration in daily life, two leaders said. Latter-day Saints have not been immune to divisions created by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has served as a spiritual stress test for the church and its members, said Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Then, when spiritual earthquakes occur, you will be able to stand strong because your spiritual foundation is solid and immovable. The Temple And Your Spiritual Foundation|A Talk By: President Russel M. Nelson 4,298 views Oct 20, 2021 #Faith #JesusChrist #AmazingGrace #PresidentRusselM .Nelson #ActInFaith #LeadAndGuide. And I agreed. Let the Lord, through His Spirit, teach and inspire you there. The ultimate objective of the gathering of Israelis to bring the blessings of the temple to Gods faithful children. The way that the sacrament was offered to the congregation changed. President Russell M. Nelson, 17th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, spoke during the Sunday morning session of the October 2021 general conference. Your trust in God, your growing relationship with Christ, and your obedience and application of God's Word are all crucial to building a solid foundation of faith. I think its important to see what the existence of temples lets the Church achieve. He delivered the message, accompanied by striking video and other images of his visit to the renovation site in May, during the 191st Semiannual General Conference. The takeaway for me is that the Restoration is a process because WE are a process, and more fullness comes as we can handle it. This talk is no exception. on The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation, House of Glory: Finding Personal Meaning in the Temple, {REVIEW} The Good and the Beautiful Science: Mammals, MRI / Hearing Screening / Genetic Testing, The Need for a Church The Berning Bunch. Now when the builders had laid the foundation of the temple of the Lord, the priests stood in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites, the sons of Asaph, with cymbals, to praise the Lord according to the directions of King David of Israel. In his first official communication of 2022, President Russell M. Nelson, leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, shared important advice: "Be more resolute in being kind to others and strengthening your own spiritual foundation.". President Nelson is an amazing prophet. In earlier days, the water of the sacrament was offered to the congregation in one large vessel. Pure Truth, Pure Doctrine, and Pure Revelation, Gods Love: The Most Joyous to the Soul. "The temple lies at the center of strengthening our faith and spiritual fortitude because the Savior and His doctrine are the very heart of the temple. Is there a way to have this delivered to my inbox weekly? Thats some high calling! Reopening the Temple - Usher in God's Presence. I bet if I asked you right now, you could tell me that you have a junk room in your house or you have a storage unit with that intent in mind. Posting messages on Twitter, Facebook and . I'm not convinced that the forthcoming perils and pressures are going to be any worse than the perils and pressures the generations before had to endure. If you dont yet love to attend the temple, go more oftennot less. I want to prayerfully consider what else I may need to do to ensure that my spiritual foundation is solid, strong, and firmly anchored to my Savior, Jesus Christ. Those spaces of purity and holiness are going to get refilled with junk before long (see Matt. Now, lets go back to you and me. Specialties: Temple Aliyah is a Jewish Synagogue with preschool, kindergarten and Parent & Me serving Woodland Hills and the West Valley. He will clean our junk room and make it a holy sanctuary once again, filled with praises to Him. Possible discussion questions: Which of these three statements stands out to you todayand why? Fire all those who disagree with you and hire only those who agree with you? Now is the time to develop that relationship and that understanding. Simply Beautiful! preorder your april 2023 general conference workbook! I noticed the elements of rock and earth, immovable and solid, that remained in their place day after day, wave after wave. He ends this talk by saying, God lives! In his first month of service, King Hezekiah reopened the doors of the Temple and repaired them (verse 3). Thus was one of my favorites talks. This is not a new challenge but it is a critical one., First, contention weakens our collective witness to the world of Jesus Christ and the redemption that comes through His merits, mercy and grace, and everyone knows that we are not his disciples when we do not show love one to another., Second, contention is spiritually unhealthy for us as individuals. Reopening the Temple Usher in Gods Presence. Thanks very much for the Elder Petersen quote. Unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures.. Even with a few changes, its still a Masonic ritual with Mormon flair. The heavens will open and angels will attend. Copyright 2021 Elizabeth Burr President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, speaks during the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. I literally left feeling like he had just told me that I really can't trust the scriptures, the prophet, or the Lord. "And oh, how we will need His power in the days ahead," President Nelson said. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/47nelson?lang=eng. The choir sang Come, Rejoice, Sing Praise to Him, Where Love Is, I Am a Child of God, How Firm a Foundation and Let the Mountains Shout for Joy.. Likewise, the safest place to be spiritually is living inside your temple covenants., When an individuals spiritual foundation is built solidly upon Jesus Christ, he or she will have no need to fear. Latter-day Saints must take unprecedented measures to strengthen their spiritual foundations like the extraordinary effort to reinforce the original, pioneer-era foundation of the iconic Salt Lake Temple, President Russell M. Nelson said Sunday morning.. Nobody changes the principles and [doctrine] of the Church except the Lord by revelation. His essential ordinances bind us to Him through sacred priesthood covenants. And oh, how we will need His power in the days ahead. He truly believes in your divine destiny and ever since January 2018 spends a lot of time and energy prophesying how to get you there. Christ comes like a thief (24:43) 8. We will NEED the Saviors power to weather the storms that are ahead. "The temple lies at the center of strengthening our faith and spiritual fortitude because the Savior and His doctrine are the very heart of the temple. Everyone in that entourage knew exactly how King Hezekiah felt about God. We dont even have to flog ourselves or spill our own blood to reenter a right relationship with God. Instead, he set out with a select few governmental leaders. 22:38, 39.) Leaders stand at the end of the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. Use of contemporary "we" and parousia expected while some are still alive (4:15) 7. 2023 The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc., A nonprofit 501 (c)(3) Charitable Organization. I disagree. Once again, thank you so much for these teaching highlights, the suggested questions and quotes from the talk, as well your overall help in organizing a lesson from the Conference Talks. Use of contemporary "you" and parousia to be fulfilled in their contemporary generation (24:34) 6. Not only that, but the group was to participate in worshipping the Lord. Sister Bonnie H. Cordon teaches youth that they are here at this time for a grand purpose in the work of God (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). In like manner, it is now time that we each implement extraordinary measuresperhaps measures we have never taken beforeto strengthen ourpersonal spiritualfoundations. The temples spires have been removed and stored, the towers are surrounded by scaffolding and the foundation exposed for the work to strengthen them. What do you throw away? When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search . Sister Susan H. Porter teaches about how we can feel the Gods love (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). We will NEED to be very close to the Savior in the days ahead. There's even more in this talk, but this post is already long. Have faith in what you feel drawn to teach and emphasize you were asked to give this lesson for a reason. The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart, that is, the word of faith we are proclaiming: That if you confess with your mouth, Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved (emphasis mine). We should celebrate at the wonders our God has done to cleanse us of our unrighteousness every single day. Your email address will not be published. People who repent when they fall and keep going forward. President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, tours the renovation work at tours the Salt Lake Temple in Salt Lake City on Saturday, May 22, 2021. Your diligent efforts to do so will reinforce and strengthen your spiritual foundation. We believe in prayerfully curated and intentionally designed products and content that supports women on their path of discipleship. I think a good argument could be made that current adjustments in temple procedures, and past adjustments to temple language, are evidence that perhaps the Lord never really revealed them in the first place. Note: If you would like some tips on how to feel more confident while teaching try 9 Tips for More Class Participation.. Half of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square performed under the direction of Mack Wilberg and Ryan Murphy. When your spiritual foundation is build solidly upon Jesus Christ, you have no need to fear. I think this is an appeal to fear. President Nelson pointed out that the foundation of the temple became vulnerable and used this as a metaphor for our spiritual foundation: we make think we are firmly grounded but it is actually time to take extraordinary measures to strengthen our foundation in Christ. Its where you hide things. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/introduction-to-family-history-student-manual/chapter-10?lang=eng. The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation Whenever any kind of upheaval occurs in . That is not to say that all clean-up jobs are instant or that we wont ever have to get down with a toothbrush and scrub the floors of our heart. Lets take that first step of repairing the door to our hearts. You havent even really taken inventory. We keep the covenants we make in the temple and receive healing and spiritual power. There was no temple in New Testament times other than Herod's temple. Interesting, I re-listened to that talk again yesterday. You are free to choose who you will beand with whom you will bein the world to come! He can rid us . Hello! Keep in mind that the Lord said it is of like importance to the first great commandment, which is to love God with all our heart and soul. (Do Unto Others Mark E. Petersen, April 1977 General Conference). I promise you that over time, the temple will become a place of safety, solace, and revelation. The morning after Hezekiah got the word that the job was done, he set out to visit the Temple of the Lord. They were the only ones who could do the job because they had obediently kept themselves pure in the sight of God. Elder Ronald A. Rasband shares some of the things of his soul and invites us to think of our own and share them (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). Thus, in the house of the Lord, we can make the same covenants with God that Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob made. You can find a list of our flairs and their definitions in section 0.6 of our rules. President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, waves to attendees after the Sunday morning session of the 191st Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. Your diligent efforts to do so will reinforce and strengthen your spiritual foundation. The presentation of the endowment and the words of the temple covenants have changed at least twice in the last 35 years (in 1990 and again in 2019). Its purpose is to "perfect [or, complete] the saints"to foster spiritual growth into the image of God. These truths I know: God, our Heavenly Father, wantsyouto choose to come home to Him. You sacrifice for the sake of the church or Kingdom of God for example which they seek to identify with the church. Ask Him how you can rededicate your life to holy service to Him. Back in the Old Testament days, Jesus wasnt there to be the atonement, so the people had to sacrifice animals. We've been in the latter days for about 200 years now. Primary General President Camille N. Johnson invited listeners to allow Jesus Christ to author their stories over writing comfortable narratives for themselves. We should all heed President Nelsons challenge to fortify our spiritual foundations to survive the days ahead. Strive to stabilize your nations economy? Maybe its the place where you hoard things. Fortify your military? Learning Light Foundation has been gratefully serving the Orange County spiritual community for. All comments are moderated before being published. I don't think we make the same covenants with God that Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob made (see below). I think the example of the sacrament that he gives is disingenuous. Then have someone read this quote and start a class discussion with thought-provoking questions (some suggestions found after the quote). 7:21). It has never been more important to seek personal peace.. I think this talk was a mess from top to bottom. We dont need to call in the Levites, as Hezekiah did. Together with our community, we lay a foundation of faith by providing gospel-related resources so that when questions, doubts, and hardship arise, we are equipped and familiar with personal revelation, the Atonement of Jesus Christ, gospel study, and community support. I know I sometimes come off as an angry disaffected member, but that's only because this is the only place I can vent. He is the One who wants you to experience fully His sacred ordinances. Hezekiah and his entourage praised God in joyous worship because of what God did to cleanse the Temple of defilement. Elder David A. Bednar teaches how honoring our covenants arms us with power of God in great glory (excerpts from the October 2021 general conference). And thank you for pointing out the sacrament example. In fact, you can almost sense that the nation of Judah was surprised that the work got completed that fast. In late May, I inspected the progress on this massive project. Some young men are in the third year of their typical two-year service. Everything taught in the temple, through instruction and through the Spirit, increases our understanding of Jesus Christ. After the offerings were finished, everyone in that assembly bowed before God and continued in praise and worship (verses 25-30). At the very least, you might lose the respect and gain the suspicions of your governmental minions. Jesus is the Christ! Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. When storms of life come your way, you'll be grounded in biblical truths and remain steady as a rock in your moral beliefs. Those who try to center everything on the temple and its ordinances might like to read Jeremiah 7. "Their worship is a farce, for they teach man-made ideas as commands from God. I think this fact completely disagrees with his assertion above that the covenants we make are the same as those made by Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (and their wives?). Are we locked up in bitterness or anger or envy or sorrow or greed? Go right to the quotes and discussion instead. The Lord instructed Adam and Eve to pray, make covenants, and offer sacrifices. Does it need to be gutted? After examining the footnotes, I have decided that President Nelson only spoke about half of his message. In charge of this other-worldly kingdom ishave you guessed it yet?God Himself. Indeed, 'whenever the Lord has had a people on the earth who will obey His word, they have been commanded to build temples.' You need someone who does not have sentimental attachments to your junk, someone who can make wise and quick decisions about what goes and what stays. But, wait, there is an answer, and it is also found in that same passage from the Apostle Paul: but thanks be to God through Jesus Christ, the One who can save me from my evil ways (Rom. Consider how administering the sacrament has changed over the years. Exact time unknown (24:36) 7. While it is true that the ancients offered sacrifice, where is the evidence that in ancient times people did anything like what we have in Mormon temples? However, I definitely have two places that I want to examine and improve: I love you, dear brothers and sisters. hb```a``Z0A2l@q!`zn00P pP@B,N_00Utt40I!`/r@`bd6eRlK Possible activity: Give everyone a pencil and paper. That Church is the antitype of the ancient temple - a building not material, but spiritual, consisting, not of dead stones, but of sanctified souls, resting on no earthly foundation, but on that Rock which is Christ (comp. This is a prophetic warning. But thats the place you store stuff that you might not want people to see. It really blesses my life to get that kind of insightful advice! Everything taught in the temple, through instruction and through the Spirit, increases our understanding of Jesus Christ. Our large building features a metaphysical bookstore and supply shop, two large halls, and four classrooms. As you are true to your covenants made in the temple, you will be strengthened by His power. Unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures. My husband and I recently went to the temple after a long absence (a significant move halfway across the US and other difficult circumstances made it hard to go previously.) It is for discussions centered around agreements, disagreements, and observations about any of the institutional churches and their leaders, conduct, business dealings, teachings, rituals, and practices. it is now time that we implement extraordinary measures perhaps measures we have never taken before.. I love this prophet. Ask the Lord God to help you discover what defilements in your own heart need to go. Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has provided profound insight into the temple, its symbolism, and what it means to each of us. We look to the blood of the Lamb. Dont be afraid of initial silence as people think the questions through. Get to know others seeking Gods guidance and wisdom for life. This is His Church, restored to help you fulfill your divine destiny. If we have experienced a radical rededication to our Savior, then we need to proclaim it loudly and joyously as Hezekiah did. I am very thankful that I know we have a Prophet to lead us and if we follow the counsel he shares, we can bear these troubling times. President Nelson delivered his talk to millions participating in a virtual global conference originating from the Conference Center across the street from the Salt Lake Temple. We lost our attendance habit when the temples closed down during the pandemic, but quickly realized that we were going to have to build that habit back and are scheduled to worship there twice a month with the goal of going more often as we continue to adjust our personal lives. I WO0{KG;]eg
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