Elder David A. Bednar: Living in Revelation

In April 2011, Elder David A. Bednar made an analogy in general conference of light switches and sunrises to personal revelation and receiving the Lord’s guidance in our lives. This landmark talk inspired Latter-day Saints everywhere in how they seek and recognize Heavenly Father’s presence in their lives. In the years since that address, Elder Bednar has spoken around the world about personal revelation. As he’s done so, he’s heard one question from Church members more than any other: “How do I know if it’s me or the Spirit?” In this week’s episode, we hear Elder Bednar’s answer to this question and discuss other thoughts related to the principles of revelation. 

“You don’t have to do it all in one day—a little bit every day with God’s help.” 

Show Notes: 

1:42- Academic Learning Vs. Seeing Things as They Really Are

5:33- When There Are No Words

8:25- Defending Doctrine Vs. Teaching Doctrine

11:54- Agents Who Act

19:12- How Do I Know If It’s Me or the Spirit?

28:48- Daily Improvement

34:14- A Virtuous Cycle

38:34- Sensationalizing Revelation

43:24- Communication in Marriage

50:31- Cherishing Spiritually Sensitive Information

53:01- "Sequence Is Instructive”

56:15- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

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