Elder holland speaks at book of mormon chiasmus conference. April 2020 general conference general conference talks. My absolute favorite testimony of the atonement of jesus christ. The event was sponsored by book of mormon central and byu studies to. He served as the ninth president of brigham young university and is a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. This talk has particular meaning for me because i clearly recall sitting and watching it on april 4, 2010, one week before i came out and disclosed to my bishop and my wife the extent of my acting out on my sex and pornography addiction. 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. Holland, during the lds general conference on october 4, 2009. With two little children, its tough to always watch conference live. The article is a nice summary of elder hollands talk, but. May 27, 2014 lessons from liberty jail, elder holland.
Elder hollands talk at general conference was a battle cry for all apologists and an indictment for those who left the church. Elder hollands talk was the straw that broke this prideful camels back. Chiasmus 50th anniversary, jsb, brigham young university. Holland born december 3, 1940 served as church commissioner of education from 19761980, as the president of byu from 19801989, as a seventy from 19891994, and as a member of the quorum of twelve apostles since 1994. Holland told a moving story of how, before leaving for carthage and eventual martyrdom, hyrum smith read from the book of mormon. Conference participants also viewed materials about the chiasmus at the harold b. One of the most powerful testimonies of the book of mormon. Yet, as i look at his efforts im always reminded of the sacrifice i made to do what was right and let the consequence follow, the price was high, yet the choice of honesty and integrity is always high, and with that in mind i must say that if i can do it then elder holland can certainly do it. The talk, entitled be ye therefore perfect eventually was rumored to put the nail in the coffin of the argument levied against the church that it holds to an.
None were with him easter message elder holland my absolute favorite testimony of the atonement of jesus christ. The dogged bbc investigative reporter john sweeney had interviewed elder holland as part of series called the mormon candidate in early 2012. Holland told a moving story of how, before leaving for carthage and eventual martyrdom, hyrum smith read from the book of. The dogged bbc investigative reporter john sweeney had interviewed elder holland as part of series called the mormon candidate in. Holland on the personal prophetic epistles of general conference elder jeffrey r. This conference, held on august 16, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the discovery of chiasmus in the book of. For 179 years this book has been examined, and attacked. The article is a nice summary of elder hollands talk, but it overlooked a key point he made which i discuss below.
Elder holland followed this approach in his october 2012 conference talk about love and loyalty, opening with a long story freely expanding johns account john 21. This post is a summary of elder hollands conference address from the sunday morning session and is intended to spur a discussion of the talk. The book of mormon teaches, do not suppose that ye shall be restored from sin to happiness. Brothers and sisters and friends, sister holland and i are as thrilled as you are to have been part of this wonderful evening tonight. Interlude elder hollands powerful talk to a room full of. Elder holland could read a cereal box is how a friend of mine once expressed his love for anything elder holland teaches. During a trip to mexico city in may and june 2019, elder holland met with leaders, missionaries and members where he shared mainly familythemed. You can watch elder hollands talk in the video embedded below. The book of mormon can be the iron rod, and heaven knows, we all need such an iron rod. Hearing elder hollands talk on lust and pornography again.
The book of mormon referenced in elder hollands talk. But through the afternoon, i have received several emails and comments on elder hollands talk at general conference. Elder hollands talk at general conference the millennial star. I want it absolutely clear when i stand before the judgment bar of god that i declared to the world that the book of mormon is true. Happiness in life is only found in obedience to the commandments of god. Amazing talk by elder holland on the atoning sacrifice of our loving savior, jesus christ. However, there was a dynamic that elder holland didnt address. Many will remember the general conference talk given by elder jeffrey r. Holland of the quorum of the twelve apostles through the incessant din and drumbeat of our day, may we strive to see christ at the center of our lives, of our faith, and of our service. Holland is known and loved throughout the church of jesus christ of latterday saints as a master teacher and a powerful speaker. This talk will be quoted for a long time to come, and elder holland has quickly become a favorite for many lds apologists.
Holland gave us the perfect opening to october 2019s general conference with his talk, the message, the meaning, and the multitude. Elder holland s talk at general conference was a battle cry for all apologists and an indictment for those who left the church. Aug 18, 2017 i hope the talk will be published someday somewhere. Elder holland shared a message during the global broadcast for seminary and institute instructors in june 2019.
Elder jeffrey r holland safety for the soul general conference talk from the church of jesus christ of latterday saints 179th semiannual. The church changed my life and inspired me to be baptized at the age of 26. It would be unfortunate if some took this talk as a green light to make a burning testimony of the book of mormon a requirement for continued membership or full fellowship in. Holland of the quorum of the twelve apostles honestly acknowledge your questions and your concerns, but first and forever fan the flame of your faith, because all things are possible to them that believe. Holland quorum of the twelve apostles the church of jesus christ of latterday saints 50 east north temple street salt lake city, ut 84150 united states dear elder holland, truthfulness of the book of mormon after you set me apart as stake president, you said tom, now we are sealed. Many of those nuggets of truth we are to find are waiting for us on the pages of the book of mormon, just as ether 12. Elder holland gave a riveting sermon about the book of mormon in general conference yesterday sunday, oct 4, 2009. Christ is the meaning of general conference, and we need to look for him at the center of it quote. Oaks oct 2000 the book of mormon keystone of our religion by ezra taft benson oct 1986. My letter to elder holland re book of mormon heres your reply, assuming youre still a member. Another testament of jesus christ for the first time with real intent. Oct 04, 2009 elder holland bore solemn and soulstirring witness of the book of mormon that was tangibly powerful in the declaration of its veracity. Salt lake city the church of jesus christ of latterday saints held its 190th annual general conference on april 45, 2020. To ensure the books preservation, it is stored in prescribed conditions and removed very rarely.
Elder holland talks about depression in vulnerable new video. Elder hollands 10 best talks of all time utahvalley360. His testimony highlights that modern apostolic witnesses have born testimony of the nephite record. Mormon apostle misled members with his book of mormon prop. It does not matter what group gets which quote as long as there are groups with each quote in the room. It was no surprise to me that talks by elder holland made the top of her list. Im more worried about local lds leaders who might take elder hollands talk and run with it than i am about the talk itself. Church historians also believe that the copy of the book of mormon elder holland held is the book hyrum had at carthage. Jeffrey r holland book of mormon lds conference talk oct 2009. Brother phillips, the stake presidency is considering formal disciplinary action in your behalf, including the possibility of disfellowship or excommunication, because you are reported to have participated in conduct unbecoming a members of the church and evil speaking of the lords anointed. Apr 05, 2020 salt lake city the church of jesus christ of latterday saints held its 190th annual general conference on april 45, 2020. In a new video from mormon channel he continues to explore the topic and gives a message of hope to those who struggle. Mar 30, 2012 elder holland was always a favorite for me. Explain that each strip of paper contains a quote from the talk about something the book of mormon does.
We are led to expect that the author will have something to say to each of us on the part that each of us has played. Holland in 20 in which he shared about a season of his life where he had experienced depression. Elder ulisses soares just gave a talk about how it is best to think about the book of mormon production as a revelation rather than a translation. Elder hollands conference talk is the most significant. Elder holland testifies boldly of the truth of the book of. Holland speaks during the sunday morning session of the 190th annual general conference on april 5, 2020. Jeffrey roy holland born december 3, 1940 is an american educator and religious leader. This is the first time ive heard that in conference could be wrong here. The importance of having a firm and sure testimony of the book of mormon cannot be overstated. Some notes on elder hollands conference talk by common. The event was sponsored by byu studies and book of mormon central, a private nonprofit organization that seeks to inspire greater knowledge of the book of mormon. To read the full, and updated, transcript of elder hollands talk, see. There was a recent mormon message very similar to this, showing excerpts from elder hollands powerful conference talk, safety for the soul. Finding joy and happiness in the journey mormon beliefs.
Ive only seen one report so far, in the deseret news here, titled elder holland on book of mormon. The article is a nice summary of elder holland s talk, but it overlooked a key point he made which i discuss below. But the talk was so powerful, i wanted to show more. Does this impact apologetic arguments of loan shifting and hebraismschiasmus. Aug 18, 2017 for brevity sake, ill refer to the deseret news report here, titled elder holland on book of mormon.
To be able to say at the final curtain i have suffered the will of the father in all things is. Living after the manner of happiness a byuidaho devotional address by elder jeffrey r. About general conference general conferences are the semiannual worldwide gatherings of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. To be able to say at the final curtain i have suffered the will of the father in all things is our only avenue to an ovation in the end. Oct 05, 2009 elder holland gave a riveting sermon about the book of mormon in general conference yesterday sunday, oct 4, 2009. He served as the ninth president of brigham young university and is a member. For brevity sake, ill refer to the deseret news report here, titled elder holland on book of mormon. Sep 03, 20 there was a recent mormon message very similar to this, showing excerpts from elder holland s powerful conference talk, safety for the soul. I love elder holland and his special witness of the savior and of the book of mormon. Apr 07, 2009 some notes on elder hollands conference talk april 7, 2009 by kevin barney my easterseason message today is intended for all, but is directed in a special way to those who are alone or feel alone or, worse, yet, feel abandoned. It takes varietysopranos and altos, baritones and bassesto make rich music. It is by divine design that not all the voices in gods choir are the same. Some notes on elder hollands conference talk april 7, 2009 by kevin barney my easterseason message today is intended for all, but is directed in a special way to those who are alone or feel alone or, worse, yet, feel abandoned. A perfect brightness of hope quorum of the twelve apostles elder jeffrey r.
Elder holland also spoke of the mists of darkness affecting everyone. I hope the talk will be published someday somewhere. There, he emphasized the importance of seeing students as a fire to be ignited. Elder holland, were ready exmormons willing to talk with. My letter to elder holland re book of mormon very long. Church members gather to receive guidance and encouragement from church leaders about gospel living based on the teachings of jesus christ. Elder holland speaks at book of mormon chiasmus conference marks 50 years since ancient writing format was discovered in the book of mormon copied to clipboard. The talk, entitled be ye therefore perfect eventually was rumored to put the nail in the coffin of the argument levied against the. Although his remarks are not specifically about depression, elder holland does share some profound insight about the pursuit of happiness. Holland bore powerful testimony of the divine authenticity of the book of mormon during the october 2009 general conference. Parsing elder hollands safety for the soul talk daves.
During last falls general conference, i had two latterday saints recommend that i listen to the talk given by elder jeffrey r. Elder holland has carved out a niche for himself as arguably giving the most powerful conference talks in recent years, a tradition into which his most recent address falls as well. A blog post on containing links to several resources on depression. Holland gave a stirring address about the power of physical evidence in defending the gospel at the chiasmus conference sponsored by book of mormon central and byu studies. This conference, held on august 16, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the discovery of chiasmus in the book of mormon. Throughout the rest of the talk, elder holland speaks about several areas of gospelchurch living where we need to put christ front and center, for he is the meaning. Behold, i say unto you, wickedness never was happiness alma 41. Elder holland the message the meaning the multitude. So, this evening i listened to it, and it is one of the most powerful church talks ive heard.