Approaching Zion
General Conference Recaps

  • Bearing Witness of Jesus Christ in Word and Actions

    Elder Adilson de Paula Parrella Elder Adilson de Paula Parrella delivers a compelling talk on bearing witness of Jesus Christ through both our words and actions. He emphasizes the importance of taking upon ourselves the name of Christ and how it involves declaring and witnessing to others that Jesus is the Christ. Through two heartwarming…

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  • Walking in Covenant Relationship with Christ

    President Emily Belle Freeman Walking the Path with Christ President Freeman shares the story of her journey on the Jesus Trail despite a broken ankle, highlighting the importance of having a guide. She draws a parallel to Enoch’s hesitation, emphasizing that the Lord invites us to walk with Him, even in our brokenness. “Like Enoch,…

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  • Praise to the Man

    President M. Russell Ballard Joseph Smith’s Sacred Grove Experience President Ballard focuses on Joseph Smith’s First Vision, a pivotal moment in the Church’s history, and quotes the hymn “Praise to the Man” to illustrate the importance of this event: “Because Jesus, our Savior and our Redeemer, spoke to the boy Joseph and opened up this…

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  • Brothers and Sisters in Christ

    Elder Ulisses Soares Elder Ulisses Soares emphasizes the importance of unity, respect, and dignity among God’s children, highlighting the teachings of President Russell M. Nelson to abandon prejudice and promote respect for all. He reminds us of our divine nature and the need to recognize the spiritual kinship that binds us as brothers and sisters…

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  • Seeing God’s Family through the Overview Lens

    Sister Tamara W. Runia Sister Tamara W. Runia, the First Counselor in the Young Women General Presidency, encourages us to adopt an eternal perspective and view ourselves and our families with hope and joy. She draws inspiration from the concept of the “overview effect” experienced by astronauts when they saw the Earth from space, emphasizing…

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  • Humble to Accept and Follow

    Elder Joni L. Koch Elder Joni L. Koch shares personal experiences and insights on the importance of humility in following the counsel of the Lord and accepting our dependence on Him. He teaches how humility is essential for our readiness to return to God’s presence. Humility Leads to Avoiding Humiliation Elder Koch emphasizes the need…

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  • Hallmarks of Happiness

    Elder Gary B. Sabin In this talk, Elder Gary B. Sabin discusses the key principles for finding true happiness in a confusing world. He emphasizes the importance of building a foundation on Jesus Christ, recognizing our divine identity as children of God, valuing the worth of every soul, maintaining an eternal perspective, and cultivating gratitude.…

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  • How Great Will Be Your Joy

    Elder Ronald A. Rasband Elder Ronald A. Rasband’s talk is a call to action for senior members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to serve as missionaries in the gathering of Israel. He emphasizes the importance of missionary work and shares a heartwarming story of a family’s conversion through senior missionary service.…

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  • God Knows and Loves You

    Elder Alan T. Phillips This talk by Elder Alan T. Phillips emphasizes that God’s plan of happiness centers around each individual as His precious child. Elder Phillips explores the concepts of being children of God, the redemptive power of Jesus Christ, and Heavenly Father’s love. Children of God Elder Phillips underscores that in challenging times,…

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