Full of past talks and thoughts from president thomas s. Monson, the president and leader of the mormon faith, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, has died aged 90 after 10 years presiding over the utahbased church. The power of the book of mormon the church of jesus christ of. If you are not reading the book of mormon each day, please do so. My dear brothers and sisters, i greet you most warmly as we are met again in a great general conference of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Monson, considered a prophet by nearly 16 million mormons worldwide, has died at the age of 90 after a nearly a decade as church. Oct 14, 2019 i love the book of mormon as it is a special witness of the truth of the gospel of jesus christ. Though limited by age and possibly even pain, president thomas s. Monson has 35 books on goodreads with 10895 ratings. During his last conference talk in april, he urged church members to study and ponder the book of mormon daily.
May i suggest that, as brother christensen did, you set aside time every day to find out for yourself if the book of mormon is a true book, for it will change your heart and change your life. Honestly, which is of greater worth to you remember in the sunday morning session of the april 2017 general conference, president thomas s. Nov 01, 2011 some of you, however, may still be living on the testimony of othersyour parents, your friends, your church leaders. Monsons last talk as he urges us to read and follow this amazing book. President monson, other lds leaders end conference with pleas. He spent more than five decades serving in top church leadership councils. See more ideas about president monson, quotes and lds quotes. And, president monson promises, having a testimony of the truthfulness of the book of mormon builds testimony in other areas of the gospel.
Remember in the sunday morning session of the april 2017 general conference, president thomas s. Monson gave in general conference as prophet of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Promises of daily reading the book of mormon as given by prophets and apostles in general conference prophetic promises of the book of mormon. Since president monsons challenge six months ago, president nelson said, i have tried to follow his counsel. August 21, 1927 was sustained to the quorum of twelve apostles in 1963.
Containing 365 quotations and accompanying scriptures for daily reading, this small, carryalong sized book will fit in a purse, briefcase, or. His words and example are missed by members of the church worldwide. Jan 03, 2018 monsons presidency was marked by his noticeably low profile during a time of intense publicity for the church, including the 2008 and 2012 campaigns of mormon mitt romney for president. Each person can learn for himself or herself the truthfulness of the book of mormon, president monson reaffirms. Jan 03, 2018 this april 1, 2017, file photo shows thomas m. Book of mormon quotes, book of mormon scriptures, lds quotes, faith quotes, scripture doodle, scripture study, scripture quotes, scripture journal, uplifting. President monson has a remarkable memory, and we talked about many of the.
What is it about the book of mormon that makes it such a daily priority. Monson, the president of the lds church, has not borne testimony of any of his churchs unique foundational doctrines including the truth of the book of mormon or the prophetic calling of joseph smith in any of the churchs general conference. My brothers and sisters, how precious is the book of mormon to you. Monson gave a message that stirred hearts across the world, including mine. Dibb as they exit the biannual general conference of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints in salt lake city, utah, oct. Two days after announcing five new temples and delivering a short talk at the lds churchs 187th annual general conference, president thomas s. He began by reading the first page of the book of mormon, and. Monson stood at the pulpit many times over the last two years as a prophet of god and delivered messages that every member of the church needs to knowones that apply so pointedly and poignantly to what we need most today, right now in our lives. The importance of having a firm and sure testimony of the book of mormon cannot be overstated. Mar 28, 2016 if you have not read the book of mormon, read it. With our multiple moves and me being pregnant, we hadnt been doing as well as we could have with daily reading, so we redoubled our efforts.
See also, history, 18381856, volume c1 2 november 183831 july 1842, p. One powerful quote from every talk president monson gave as. I implore each of us to prayerfully study and ponder the book of mormon each day. If that commandment was important enough for the prophet to put that strong of a focus on it, then maybe we all had better keep it.
Among other things, ive made lists of what the book of mormon is, what it affirms, what it refutes, what it fulfills. Reading this book is like watching conference where president monson is. Monson, president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, at the twoday mormon church conference in salt lake city. Monson, the 16th president of the mormon church, has died after overseeing the religion for nearly a. President monson has a remarkable memory, and we talked about many of.
Monson implored lds church members to read the book of mormon daily and other leaders shared similar messages about inoculating families against contemporary problems during the final day of the 187th annual general conference. Why president monson has not born testimony of the. This dynamic collection of thoughts for each day of the year from president monson is certain to motivate and inspire us in our pursuit to be of good cheer. Monson, considered a prophet by nearly 16 million mormons worldwide, has died at the age of 90 after a nearly a decade as church president. Monson said the holy scriptures are for children, to fill their eager minds with sacred truth.
Monson, the 16th president of the mormon church, has died after overseeing the religion for. The power of the book of mormon, president thomas s. Jul 01, 2017 president monson built his most recent general conference talk around a plea to read the book of mormon daily. I love the book of mormon as it is a special witness of the truth of the gospel of jesus christ. If you were offered diamonds or rubies or the book of mormon, which would you choose. President monsons last messages to members of the church. My dear associates in the work of the lord, i implore each of us to prayerfully study and ponder the book of mormon each day. One powerful quote from every talk president monson gave. This morning i speak about the power of the book of mormon and the critical need we have as members of this church to study, ponder, and apply its teachings in our lives. Containing 365 quotations and accompanying scriptures for daily reading, this small, carryalong sized book will fit in a purse, briefcase, or backpack. Heeding president monsons counsel has had two other wonderful effects on me.
Monsons presidency was marked by his noticeably low profile during a time of intense publicity for the church, including the 2008 and 2012 campaigns of mormon mitt. Towards the end of his talk, he echoed this same plea, encouraging us. President monson started his talk the power of the book of mormon by announcing a few new temples and then testifying of the importance of studying, pondering, applying the teachings of, and having a testimony of the book of. It reveals president monsons feelings about forgiving others, forgiving oneself, and drawing closer to the savior through service. As we remember the incredible life of president thomas s. President ezra taft benson said there is a book that we need to study daily, namely the book of mormon. Monsons most popular book is a christmas dress for ellen. President monson, other lds leaders end conference with. Latterday saints believe christ himself has set up his church on. Monson, the power of the book of mormon, april 2017 this morning i speak about the power of the book of mormon and the critical need we have as members of this church to study, ponder, and apply its teachings in our lives.
President monson is almost 90 years old, and has served for over 53 years since his call as an apostle in 1963. One powerful quote from every talk president monson. The head of the mormon church thomas monson has died aged 90 at his home in salt lake city, officials have announced. Monson, 16th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, passed away jan.
Monson, sunday morning session, april 2017 i implore each of us to prayerfully study and ponder the book of mormon each day. If you do not have a firm testimony of these things, do that which is necessary to obtain one. Amidst the confusion of our age, the conflicts of conscience, and the turmoil of daily living, an abiding faith becomes an anchor to our lives. Because the book of mormon is true, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints is the lords church on the earth, and the holy priesthood of god has been restored for the benefit and blessing of his children. Monson president of the church of jesus christ of latter. I am so thankful to his many years of service on our behalf for the lord. I believe this was president monsons final conference talk. Monson, the 16th president of the mormon church, has died after overseeing the religion for nearly a decade. Nowhere are those truths taught more clearly and powerfully than in the book of mormon. President monson was the most delightful person to be around that you ever met in your.
Oct 05, 2017 nowhere are those truths taught more clearly and powerfully than in the book of mormon. Jan 03, 2018 he spent more than five decades serving in top church leadership councils. Monson i implore each of us to prayerfully study and ponder the book of mormon each day. Monson pleaded with each of us to prayerfully study and ponder the book of mormon each day. Since president monsons challenge six months ago, i have tried to follow his counsel. Monsons address at the sunday morning session of the april 2017 general conference. Among other things, ive made lists of what the book of mormon is, what it affirms, what it refutes, what it fulfills, what it clarifies, and what it reveals. Sep 28, 2017 he also affirmed that having a firm and sure testimony of the book of mormon cannot be overstated. As you know, our family has been working hard to read the book of mormon together every day as president monson admonished in the previous general conference. His devotional addresses at byu over the years capture some of his compassionate spirit and fervent testimony of the gospel of jesus christ. If you will read it prayerfully and with a sincere desire to know the truth, the holy ghost will. Promises of daily reading the book of mormon as given by.
Here is one powerful quote from every talk president thomas s. At least one person, going by truthisreason, has noted and documented that since 2005 thomas s. Monson, the power of the book of mormon, general conference, april 2017 click here to watch or listen to the full talk. It reveals president monson s feelings about forgiving others, forgiving oneself, and drawing closer to the savior through service. Reading this book is like watching conference where president monson is the only speaker.
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