193rd General Conference Highlights -Sunday Sessions

 Sunday Morning 

M. Russell Ballard

• We know God is. We know who the Savior is. Becuase we have Joseph Smith. Who went into a Grove of Trees. Seeking relief and forgiveness for his Sins. 
• We are abundantly blessed. To know all that we know. Because we have Joseph Smith.
• Jesus Christ is the Savior and Redeemer of the World. 
• How blessed we are, to know what we know, about our purpose in life. 
• Be a little better, be a little kinder, be a little more prepared. 

Pres Emily Belle Freeman

• We must remember that Christ will allow mortality to do its work within us, but won't allow us to face those challenges alone.
• Christ invites us to walk with him. 
• The Lord will answer us in the day of our distress if we will tether ourselves to Him.
• The Covenant Path is all about our Relationship with God. 
• Christ Will meet us Where we are As we are. 
• Staying where we are won't give us the dilverance we seek. We must move forward, upward. 
• Christ came to lift us. He wants us to Become more. 
• What degree of relationship do you want to have with Christ? 
• Begin where you are. Don't let your condition hinder your progress. 
• Place or Pace on the Path doesn't matter so long as you progress. 
• We walk this path together, calling out encouragement along the way.

Adilson de Paula Parrella

• Our Conduct is our Living Testimony. 
• Is our Meeting centered on Jesus Christ so we can feel the Spirit? 
• Live what you Believe. 

Quintein L. Cook

• We live in a time where peaceful followers of Christ experience unique challenges. 
• Choose the role of a Peacemaker. Now. and Always.
• Our Heavenly Destiny isn't altered when we suffer diversity. 
• Trials are a part of mortality. They occur in everyone's life throughout the world. 
• Fear not what man can do, for God shall be with you forever and ever.
• Those who faithfully keep the commandments are blessed in all things. 
• Give heed to the words of the Prophets.
• Earth has no Sorrow that Heaven cannot Heal.

Dieter F. Uchtdorf

• Giving into worldly morals may give you happiness for a moment, but it is fleeting and hard to keep, unlike the teachings of Christ.
• It's not about comparing rewards and celebrations. This is about healing. 
• Our Heavenly Father will run to us, heart overrun with compassion when he sees us returning to Him.
• Heaven will rejoice in our return.
• It is not possible for you to sink lower than the light of Christ's infinite atonement shines.
• Though choices may have taken you away from Him and the Church, there's always a road leading back home and God is there to welcome us home.
• What is given to one does not at all diminish the birthright given to others. 
• Jesus Christ is our Strength.

W. Christopher Waddell

• Events which impact our lives and even the course of history, are frequently the results of individual men and women. 
• Do not allow hero worship to become idol worship. 
• Whatever questions or problems you have, the answer is always found in the teachings and life of Jesus Christ.
• Choosing the right hero has eternal consequences. 
• If you have not chosen the kingdom of God first, it will in the end make no difference what you've chosen instead. 
• There be many gods and heroes we're invited to worship and embrace, but there is only One who is guaranteed to deliver his promises to us. 

Henry B. Eyring

• The Lord speaks to us personally through the Holy Ghost.
• You can be taught and learn from the Spirit through a series of experiences. 
• I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded.
• We need the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost. 
• God does hear us. God does see us. God does love us. 
• Daily repentance is the pathway to purity. And purity brings power. 
• If you want to receive the companionship of the Holy Ghost you must want that companionship for the right reasons. 

Sunday Afternoon 

Dale G. Renlund

• Are you searching for things far off that can be found underneath your feet? 
• We need to guard against the tendency to look beyond the mark and fail to recognize Christ in our lives. 
• Jesus Christ is our Treasure.
• Our spiritual foundation is strengthened through repentance. 
• Only with a robust spiritual foundation can we handle the metaphorical rain, wind, and floods that come into our lives. 
• Our commitment to attend the temple should be as strong when the temple is nearby as when it is far away. 
• When we trust God's prophet and act on his counsel, we will find happiness and we too can be healed. We need to look no further. 
• Treasure the opportunity to repent. 

John C. Pingree Jr.

• Our need to recognize truth has never been more important. 
• Truth is eternal. 
• Truth helps us avoid deception and know good from evil. 
• God is the source of Eternal Truth.
• The Holy Ghost testifies of All Truth. 
• Prophets receive Truth from God and share that Truth with Us.
• God expects us to seek, recognize, and act on Truth.
• When seeking Truth it's helpful to know the difference between Doctrine and Policy. 
• While Doctrine never changes, Policies can adjust from time to time. 
• Communicate Clearly to avoid Misunderstanding.
• Truth needs to be taught with Love. 
• Love without Truth is hollow and lacks the promise of Growth. 

Valeri V. Cordon

• Parenting is one of life's most extraordinary experiences. 
• We must climb to higher ground of gospel culture in our families.
• Jesus Christ is the center of Gospel Culture. 
• The Home should be the center of Gospel Learning.
• Teach Freely. Model Discipleship. Invite to Act
• Faith in Jesus Christ should be the core of each child's testimony.
• God will do everything he can, short of violating your agency, to help you attain every blessing of eternity.
• We cannot wait for conversion to simply happen to our children. Accidental conversion is not a principle of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

J. Kimo Esplin

• Temple covenants are gifts from our Heavenly Father to us. 
• The reward for keeping covenants with God is Heavenly Power.

Gerrit W. Gong

• We speak love in many languages.
• 3. Ways to speak the Language of Love: 1. The Language of Warmth and Reverence. 2. The Language of Service and Sacrifice. 3. Covenant Belonging
• Your daily sacrifices matter. 
• Sometimes we need to know that Love spoken here is heard and appreciated here. 
• Let us be understanding and kind as we learn new languages of love together.
• The words we use can draw us closer or distance us from others. 
• If I had, I would give, and offer all I can.
• We serve where called. 
• Love is spoken Here. There. And Everywhere as we answer yes to callings to serve the Lord.
• Sociality and Service often Go Together.
• When we covenant all we are we can become more than we are. 

Christopher G. Giraud-Carrier

• Man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh upon the heart.
• See the individual for who they are and administer accordingly to each one.
• See with your heart. See the child of God within everyone. 
• The adversary rejoices in labels because they divide us and restrict how we think about ourselves. 
• There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal. We are all Divine in Nature.
• How we treat each other really matters. How we speak to each other really matters. 
• The way we treat each other is a reflection of our understanding of the sacrifice and atonement of Christ. 

Russell M. Nelson

• Heavenly Father's plan for us is Fabulous. What we do in our life really matters. The Savior's Atonement is what makes our Father's plan possible. 
• An understanding of God's plan takes the mystery out of life and gives a firm understanding of our future. 
• Think Celestial 
• To be Spiritually Minded is Life Eternal (S.M.I.L.E.)
• Your choices today will determine 3 things. Where you will live in eternity, the body you'll be resurrected with, and those with whom you will live forever.
• Begin with the End in Mind.
• How and Whom and With Who do you want to Live forever? 
• Obedience paves the way for a joyful life today and a grand eternal reward tomorrow.
• When you are confronted with a dilemma think celestial. When tested by temptation. Think celestial. When life or loved ones let you down. Think celestial. 
• Do you have 'too much temple' in you? 
• Thinking Celestial can enhance your Career.
• Our prayers can be and should be living discussions with our Heavenly Father. 
• Any addiction be it gaming, gambling, drug, alcohol. sex, or even food, offends God because your Obessions becomes your God. You look to it rather than to Him for solace. 
• Your obsessions become your God.
• Please don't allow your obsession to rob you of your freedom. 
• Public opinion is not the arbitrator of Truth.
• Don't question your testimony when others are doubting.
• Never take counsel from those who do not believe. Seek guidance from those you can trust. 
• As you think Celestial. Your Faith will Increase.
• Was the Church any different because you pay your tithing? No. However, becoming a full tithe payer can change you. 
• Paying tithing is all about faith, not money. 
• Build your Faith.
• 20 New Temples!!

To read/watch/see/listen to the talks given today in their entirety please visit: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10?lang=eng

Until you next find these words;
I'll be watching the leaves.

Enjoy the day!

-Sarnic Dirchi