President Henry B. Eyring
President Henry B. Eyring emphasizes the importance of having the Holy Ghost as a constant companion in our lives. He reflects on the recent outpouring of revelation and the need for personal revelation through the Holy Ghost. President Eyring shares his personal experiences and insights on inviting the Holy Ghost into our lives and offers guidance for his descendants to navigate the challenges of the future with the Spirit’s guidance.
Lessons from Helaman’s Sons
President Eyring draws inspiration from the experiences of Helaman’s sons, Nephi and Lehi, who faced fierce opposition and relied on the Holy Ghost. He emphasizes that learning from the Spirit is a gradual process, and as we’re prepared, we receive more guidance.
“Helaman’s sons were taught and guided by a series of experiences with the Holy Ghost. This assures me that we can be taught by and learn from the Spirit line upon line, receiving what we need, and then when we are ready, we will receive more.”
Scriptural references for further study:
- Helaman 5:45: “And it was by the power of the Holy Ghost that they had the testimony that Jesus was the Christ.”
- 2 Nephi 32:5: “For behold, again I say unto you that if ye will enter in by the way and receive the Holy Ghost, it will show unto you all things what ye should do.”
Nephi’s Example
President Eyring discusses the example of Nephi being led by the Spirit on a challenging mission to retrieve the plates of Laban. He highlights the importance of trusting in the Spirit even when tasks seem beyond our capacity.
“I have been encouraged by knowing that Nephi was guided by the Spirit minute by minute through the night on the Lord’s errand.”
Scriptural references for further study:
- 1 Nephi 4:6: “And I was led by the Spirit, not knowing beforehand the things which I should do.”
- D&C 8:2: “Yea, behold, I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost, which shall come upon you and which shall dwell in your heart.”
Maintaining the Companionship of the Holy Ghost
President Eyring acknowledges the challenges of maintaining the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost and the need for daily repentance. He stresses that feeling the Holy Ghost’s influence is a sign that the Atonement is at work in one’s life.
“Whenever these moments of our extremity come, we must not succumb to the fear that God has abandoned us or that He does not hear our prayers. He does hear us. He does see us. He does love us.”
Scriptural references for further study:
- D&C 20:77: “That they may always have his Spirit to be with them.”
- D&C 58:42: “Behold, he who has repented of his sins, the same is forgiven, and I, the Lord, remember them no more.”
Desiring the Holy Ghost for Righteous Reasons
President Eyring emphasizes the importance of wanting the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost for righteous purposes and aligning our motives with the Savior’s will. He encourages us to pray with faith, remembering the Savior’s love and sacrifice.
“The key for me and for you is to want what the Savior wants. Our motives need to be driven by the pure love of Christ. Our prayers need to be ‘All I want is what you want. Thy will be done.’”
Scriptural references for further study:
- Moroni 7:44: “And the office of their ministry is to call men unto repentance, and to fulfil and to do the work of the covenants of the Father, which he hath made unto the children of men, to prepare the way among the children of men, by declaring the word of Christ unto the chosen vessels of the Lord, that they may bear testimony of him.”
- D&C 11:12: “And now, verily, verily, I say unto thee, put your trust in that Spirit which leadeth to do good—yea, to do justly, to walk humbly, to judge righteously; and this is my Spirit.”
Experiencing the Holy Ghost through Charity
President Eyring shares a powerful account of home teachers being inspired to help a daughter who was making poor choices. He emphasizes the role of charity and serving the Lord in receiving the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost.
“The Holy Ghost had been sent to those home teachers because they were willing to serve the Lord.”
Scriptural references for further study:
- D&C 121:45-46: “Let thy bowels also be full of charity towards all men, and to the household of faith, and let virtue garnish thy thoughts unceasingly; then shall thy confidence wax strong in the presence of God; and the doctrine of the priesthood shall distil upon thy soul as the dews from heaven. The Holy Ghost shall be thy constant companion, and thy scepter an unchanging scepter of righteousness and truth; and thy dominion shall be an everlasting dominion, and without compulsory means it shall flow unto thee forever and ever.”
Calls to Action:
- Seek daily repentance and partake of the sacrament to always have the Spirit with you.
- Align your desires with the Savior’s will and pray with faith, focusing on pure love for others.
- Serve the Lord and exhibit charity towards all, allowing the Spirit to be your constant companion in your life and service.