Elder Kearon’s talk “He Is Risen with Healing in His Wings: We Can Be More Than Conquerors” is such a beautiful ode to the atonement of Jesus Christ. Here are some questions to think about as you study this talk:

Do you feel you are in a literal or metaphorical survival story?

“Fear not.

I know your sorrows, and I have come to deliver you.

I will not leave you.

My name is upon you, and my angels have charge over you.

I will do wonders among you.

Walk with me; learn of me; I will give you rest.

I am in your midst.

You are mine.”

How do these promises assure you?

“From the depths of His atoning suffering, the Savior imparts hope you thought was lost forever, strength you believed you could never possess, and healing you couldn’t imagine was possible.”

How have you seen or are you seeing this in your life?

His promise: “You are a survivor, you can heal, and you can trust that with the power and grace of Jesus Christ, you will overcome and conquer.”

What is the Lord telling you? What questions do you want to study further?

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Today, I reviewed Elder Holland’s talk “Fear Not: Believe Only!” I didn’t have a whole lot of questions today, but here are the ones I asked:

“My plea today to our youth, and to you parents and adults who advise them, is to begin your search for happiness by embracing the bounty we have already received from the giver of every good gift. At precisely the moment many in the world are asking deep questions of the soul, we ought to be answering with the “good news” of the gospel of Jesus Christ.”

What bounty from the "giver of every good gift" do you see in your life? How does that bounty relate to the gospel of Jesus Christ?

His apostalic invitations: “We must commit ourselves fully to that gift of life and run to the aid of those who are at risk of giving up this sacred gift. Leaders, advisers, friends, family—watch for signs of depression, despair, or anything hinting of self-harm. Offer your help. Listen. Make some kind of intervention as appropriate…In a world that so desperately needs all the light it can get, please do not minimize the eternal light God put in your soul before this world was. Talk to someone. Ask for help.”

What is the Lord telling you? What questions do you want to study further?

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Today, I talked about President Eyring’s talk “Steady in the Storms.” We’re continuing the theme of peace and faith in Jesus Christ. Here are some questions to consider:

What are you worried about? How can you be more intentional in seeking out answers to or comfort for those things you’re worried about?

Consider his invitation: “I plead with you to accept the Savior’s invitation. Like a meek and loving child, accept His help. Make and keep the covenants He offers in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.”

What is the Lord telling you? What questions do you want to study further?

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Today, I talked about Elder Kacher’s talk “Ladder of Faith.” And we’re talking about, you guessed it, faith! Here are some questions to think about:

Is there something happening in your life that you don’t want to happen? Are you able to see other ways the Lord is blessing you or guiding you?

How do you increase your faith in Jesus Christ?

What miracles have you seen in your life today?

“Am I stripped of pride?

Do I give place in my heart for the word of God?

Do I allow my afflictions to be consecrated for my gain?

Am I willing to let my will be swallowed up in the will of the Father?

If I have felt to sing the song of redeeming love, can I feel so now?

Do I let God prevail in my life?”

Consider his invitation: “May we plant the seeds of faith deep in our hearts. May we nourish these seeds as we bind ourselves to the Savior by honoring the covenants we have made with Him.”

What is the Lord telling you? What questions do you want to study further?

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Today, we discuss Elder Gavarret’s talk “A Mighty Change of Heart: ‘I Have Nothing Left to Give You.’” It’s an amazing talk about repentance and coming closer to Christ. Here are some things to think about:

How have you seen a mighty change of heart in yourself?

Review Elder Gavarret’s suggestions on how to obtain, recognize, and maintain a “change of heart.” Experiment in your own life!

Consider his invitation: Dear brothers and sisters, young people, and children, as we participate in the conference this weekend, let the words of our prophets, which will come from the Lord, enter our hearts to experience a mighty change.

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Today, I talk about Elder Andersen’s talk “Following Jesus: Being a Peacemaker.” It’s a long one today. Here are some questions to think about as you study.

How have you seen the good in the internet/social media? The bad? How can you be more aware of the negative impact in your life and actively change it? I spoke about following people with different opinions as a way to try to get away from the echochamber of social media.

What are your thoughts on being “Children of God” as Elder Ansdersen talks about it?

What radical things did the Savior teach that had the world around Him (those not of his faith and of his faith) rejecting and hating Him? How can we follow His example?

Can there not be lines at all? How can we not draw lines in the sand that we can’t cross later?

How can you discern between when to speak up and when to stay quiet?

Consider his invitations: “May we love Him and love one another. May we be peacemakers…”

What is the Lord telling you? What questions do you want to study further?

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We love Elder Bednar! Today, I talk about his talk “But We Heeded Them Not.” Here’s a recap of questions to think about:

“The combination of inspired lyrics and majestic melodies helps me to learn essential gospel principles and stirs my soul.”

What hymns or other music do this for you?

What mocking or scorn are you hearing? From friends, family...members of your ward, leaders...about promptings and answers you've received?

"What helps you to “heed not” worldly influences, mocking, and scorn?"

How do your covenants allow you to block out or stand up to the mocking and scorn in your life?

What is the Lord telling you? What questions do you want to study further?

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Today, It’s Sister Aburto’s talk “We Are The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.” I adored this talk, and I adore Sister Aburto. Here’s a recap of my questions.

What would change in your church life if you started thinking of yourself as a disciple of Christ?

“brought to the Savior, “nourished by the good word of God,” and given opportunities to serve.”

How have you seen these three things in your worship?

How can you assist converts, long term members, and anyone in these things?

“As “the peaceable followers of Christ,” we are striving to become “of one heart and one mind” and to be humble; submissive; gentle; easy to be entreated; full of patience and long-suffering; temperate in all things; diligent in keeping the commandments of God at all times; full of faith, hope, and charity; and abounding in good works. We are striving to become like Jesus Christ.”

How can you develop these things through your church service? And encourage these things in those around you?

Consider Sister Aburto’s invitation: “May we respond to this divine invitation and joyfully assemble, organize, prepare, and sanctify ourselves…”

Consider your own questions!

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Today, I talk about President Ballard’s talk from Saturday Morning Session, “Missionary Work Blessed My Life Forever.” Surprise surprise, I talk about missionary work! I got a little rambly… To recap, here are some things to think about:

For those deciding to serve a mission, I encourage you to talk to a trusted adult or friend about serving a mission. Your fears and barriers.

Consider all the words President Ballard in this talk and bring your questions to the Lord.

Everyone else, this talk is also for you! Missionary work is not only for set apart missionaries.

How can you support the missionaries serving in your ward or branch?

How can you support missionaries you know in the mission field?

How can you spread the gospel in normal and natural ways? I highly encourage Elder Uchtdorf's talk from April 2019.

Consider President Ballard's apostolic invitations!

“I invite you to gain a solid testimony of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.”

“..[C]ontinue to strengthen your testimony, work hard, pray, and be obedient to the Lord. Honor the covenants you have made. Continue to bless and serve others.”

And make up your own questions!

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Today, I talk about the very first talk in April conference. President Nelsons talk “Preaching the Gospel of Peace'' talks all about, you guessed it, PEACE! One of my favorite topics. Here’s a recap of the questions I came up with while studying:

How can you help those who are suffering around the world? You may not be able to provide materially, but how can you earnestly keep them - those in dire situations and the leaders of our world - in your prayers?

If you are of missionary age and deciding whether to go on a mission, I encourage you to talk to a trusted adult about your concerns and barriers.

If you are currently serving a mission...then you won't be listening to this. So if you are a parent of a currently serving missionary, ask you missionary about their why. Why did they decide to serve? And if that why has changed, why do they continue to serve?

And everyone else, basically, how can you share the hope and peace of Jesus Christ? This may not be an outright testimony. It might be offering a shoulder to cry on or an act of kindness with no gospel words spoken.

What does peace mean to you? How have you found peace through Jesus Christ?

As you study this conference, consider President Nelson's words at the end of this talk. Do you find peace in these talks? Where does it come from? And what personal revelation do you receive as you study?

Consider President Nelson's prophetic invitations!

“We call upon people everywhere to pray for those in need, to do what they can to help the distressed, and to seek the Lord’s help in ending any major conflicts.”

“Every person who has made covenants with God has promised to care about others and serve those in need. We can demonstrate faith in God and always be ready to respond to those who ask about ‘the hope that is in [us].’ Each of us has a role to play in the gathering of Israel.”

And make up your own questions!

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