The most meaningful and spiritual prayers I have experienced contained many expressions of thanks and few, if any, requests. David A. Bednar containexperienceexpression Change image and share on social
The ancient Apostles were common men, and that was part of their credential. David A. Bednar ancientapostlecommon Change image and share on social
Righteousness and faith certainly are instrumental in moving mountains - if moving mountains accomplishes God's purposes and is in accordance with His will. David A. Bednar accomplishaccordancefaith Change image and share on social
The responsibility to seek learning by faith rests upon each of us individually, and this obligation will become increasingly important as the world in which we live grows more confused and troubled. David A. Bednar confusefaithgrow Change image and share on social
A light turned on in a dark room is like receiving a message from God quickly, completely, and all at once. David A. Bednar completelydarkgod Change image and share on social
Nothing about the priesthood is self-centered. The priesthood always is used to serve, to bless, and to strengthen other people. David A. Bednar blesscenterpeople Change image and share on social
Inviting children as gospel learners to act and not merely be acted upon builds on reading and talking about the Book of Mormon and bearing testimony spontaneously in the home. David A. Bednar actbearbook Change image and share on social
The Savior knows people by name, He knows their circumstances, and He directs us in our work to bless the lives of individuals. David A. Bednar blesscircumstancedirect Change image and share on social
Faithfully obeying God's commandments is essential to receiving the Holy Ghost. We are reminded of this truth each week as we listen to the sacrament prayers and worthily partake of the bread and water. David A. Bednar breadcommandmentessential share on social
Often as we teach and testify about the law of tithing, we emphasize the immediate, dramatic and readily recognizable temporal blessings that we receive. And surely such blessings do occur. Yet some of the diverse blessings we obtain as we are obedient to this commandment are significant but subtle. David A. Bednar blessingcommandmentdiverse share on social