God’s Intent Is to Bring You Home | Patrick Kearon | April 2024 General Conference

Everything about the Father’s plan for His beloved children is designed to bring everyone home.
Elder Patrick Kearon speaks at the 194th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held on April 6-7, 2024.
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[@obamna666]

I’m not a member of the church, but Elder Kearon is one of my favorite religious leaders in any sect

[@davidforsgren5873]

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[@thedialectic6346]

That's lovely. He really is a lovely man. And what a wonderful voice and kind heart he has.

[@RuefullyUrs]

This was probably my favorite talk this session. I appreciated the initial humor, but I very much loved the emphasis and clear importance he put on the basic fundamentals.

[@madelinebowen2527]

I absolutely love this talk. He speaks with so much power and I connected to his words so much. I can't wait to hear from him more in the future.

[@victoriathompson672]

Elder Kearon is such a bright spot in the church!

[@songsoflight]

0:38 - A personal experience seeing a policeman blocking traffic at a roadblock 2:18 - God's plan is designed to bring us home, not keep us out; no roadblocks are set up to turn us away 2:45 - God is in relentless pursuit of us and employs every measure to bring us back 3:01 - The purpose of mortality is to have refining experiences, use agency, learn, grow, and return to God 3:31 - Christ's atoning gift removes the roadblocks of physical and spiritual death that separate us from our eternal home 4:00 - The various names of God's plan all point to its intent of bringing happiness, redemption, mercy and salvation 4:40 - The plan's purpose is our happiness now and eternally, not to prevent it or cause worry and fear 5:15 - God's mercy is extended as we turn to Him; the plan is not to deny mercy or inflict pain 5:40 - Salvation comes as we receive Christ's testimony and offer our whole souls to Him 6:05 - Christ consistently invited us to change, repent, and come unto Him, calling for a mighty change of heart 6:44 - Believing in the redeeming intent of God's plan and the infinite reach of Christ's Atonement 7:50 - Christ's infinite Atonement covers everyone, including you and those you love 8:17 - The Savior seeks out the lost and is not willing that any should perish, extending mercy to all 9:15 - Christ welcomes the broken heart and contrite, removing roadblocks and barriers 9:42 - The saving intent of Christ's atoning sacrifice, symbolized by the temple veil being rent 10:29 - The Father's plan is about removing roadblocks, not creating them 10:43 - With Christ's grace, keeping commandments and changing our natures are within reach

[@noahclark7603]

You’re doing the good work 👍🏻

[@brockallstate]

Thank you!

[@dwyanewade8645]

Thanks!

[@noahwest9993]

Thank you, I'm currently preparing to give a talk on Elder Kearon's talk and how it applies to me, this is a great breakdown of the talk that will help me greatly in preparing.

[@marionturley136]

Every leader needs to take this talk to heart, to not put road blocks in the path of those willing and wanting to change, to exercise mercy!

[@Jerryroberts8]

Meaning ? Specifics? We are not going to give the Lord Suggestions.

[@Aym-wc7qe]

Absolutely the best talk of the conference! So encouraging and inclusive! So very appreciated!

[@DreamingOfJerusalem]

This is one of the most important talks ever given in General Conference

[@stephensacco6902]

Is there in the world, someone who can be objective with no agenda, have the knowledge, intelligence and fair mindedness to examine the different faiths of this world and listen to the words spoken by Elder Kearon and the other speakers and not concede their is no hidden agenda from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints other than to invite ALL to come unto Christ and the blessings the Father of all humanity wishes to give to those who are willing to receiv them??❤😮

[@carolynnspencer2171]

I loved this powerful talk so much and couldn't wait to hear it again. "God is in relentless pursuit of you." "Infinite covers you AND those you love." "He does not put up roadblocks; He removes them." I never fully grasped the symbolism of the veil of the temple ripping when Jesus died before; this utterly enlightened my understanding. I will be listening and absorbing this talk on repeat. Thank you so much for your powerful witness, Elder Kearon!

[@BillJeff-vo6sg]

Thank you for your kind words, Elder Kearon really appreciate, if you have any questions, you can reach out to him

[@nataliecook1677]

My favorite part too

[@brentlayman481]

I feel like i get very hard on myself when I make wrong choices...but the hope in elder kearon and his wonderful talk helps me to know that HOPE for me and others has always been there because of my wonderful Lord n Savior Jesus Christ! Thank you Elder Kearon!

[@bieditso2038]

He had a talk about mental illness and abuse. It was very helpful to me. I've blame myself alor of times. Today I see the message about no road block. 😊

[@manro0211]

My favorite talk..Jesus removes barriers, he doesnt put them up. 💗

[@mycrazyfamilyid]

My prayers --> Heavenly Father's ears --> Elder Kearon's talk

[@CharllesNunes]

What an inspiring message! Our Heavenly Father wants all of us back into His presence. And yes, we can show the path to one another in many ways - and walk along as well.

[@pattate7341]

I love love this talk. So happy to have him joining the apostles. That means we will hear more of his wisdom. ❤

[@shawnjames3212]

Crushed it Elder Kearon!

[@recursosyvaloreshumanos9582]

i love this talk i love this talk, i want to follow the commandments of the FATHER to live the plan of hapiness

[@beckischreyer]

Oh Elder Kearon… thank you for this talk. I have loved your spirit since your refugee talk… ❤

[@janetrobinson2699]

I absolutely love Elder Kearon!!!

[@breannaschurtz2929]

The most beautiful and memorable talk during the entire conference ❤ I wish all talks and sermons were like this. What beautiful reminders about our Savior

[@Wraith_FlyerPecko]

Amen Fellow Beloved Brethrens..😊🎉😂...

[@benjohnson8958]

my boy kearon went off today

[@goblincamper2004]

I loved your talk during the General Conference Elder Patrick Kearon, and it was great to see you during the dedication of the Red Cliffs Utah Temple. May God bless you as you serve the Lord in your calling as an Apostle of the Lord.

[@MultiBritt08]

He understood the assignment

[@johnroot838]

"The eviction of the natural man". Inspired.

[@CML95018]

💜💜💜

[@cellano5223]

I have a feeling I'm going to really like this guy. For me he feels like he could be the next Holland. He's quite empathetic.

[@sammillward62]

That or the next Uchtdorf. Though I think Uchtdorf will still be around for a while, I don't know about Holland. I hope he sticks around for a while but given his health it's hard to say for sure.

[@tiffanypilkey103]

Direct and to the point. Just how I like it.

[@KylerPetersen]

I was absolutely captivated by this talk! He exudes such humility and delivers his message with profound love and joy, reminiscent of the way the Lord himself might speak. And let me tell you, his accent is the icing on the cake!

[@DistinctiveThinking]

Wow! That was so excellent! I want to listen again!

[@chrislebleu6821]

I've been told I'll wake up during the first morning of the resurrection but... I don't feel worthy for that. I mean, all I do is sit and lay down on my bed and I don't get much occasion to help around our house. I've been declared inept to have a job due to mental limitations so I play video games. I mean, I'm wasting my life watching the news because I'm afraid of what's going all over the world and how it could affect us LDS members and my friends. I'm exhausted, I live every day in terror and I'm terribly scared something will happen to US and Canada. I feel useless.

[@churchofjesuschristgeneralconf]

@chrislebleu6821, we're so sorry to hear of the challenges you are experiencing. You are not alone! Heavenly Father hears your prayers of faith, and we hope you will feel His love and comfort as you continue to seek His help. We also encourage you to seek help for your mental health challenges from someone you trust, such as a family member, friend, mental health professional, or faith leader. To learn more, visit www.churchofjesuschrist.org/mentalhealth. Take care!

[@TheRealDonLayton]

One of the great promises of scripture is that "all" of our experiences will be for our own good (D&C 122:7). That's a bold statement. Did the Holocaust victims experience their murders for their own good? Does a rape survivor experience that trial for her own good? It's sometimes so hard to comprehend how some of our life experiences will be for our own good until we step back and put it all into a gospel context. And that's not always easy to do. It can require much prayer and fasting and counseling. But I do have great confidence that every single promise of the Lord will be fulfilled upon those who seek after Him. God bless you in your trials and may you find the strength to persevere. I assure you, you are NOT worthless in His sight. You are of infinite worth.

[@esmeraldamaldonado4574]

Thank you for your talk Elder Kearon! I love your talk ! You have a wonderful spirit that connected with your words. I could feel that power in your words.

[@brentcrandall7742]

Already planning on using this in my Seminary lesson tomorrow morning!

[@churchofjesuschristgeneralconf]

Wonderful!

[@jimharvey4941]

I'd like to borrow that accent for more than 10 minutes...

[@WaydeFerguson-ll5pf]

Love this man. Great talk. My favorite.

[@Ka-li3hs]

I love Patrick Kearon's talks. ❤

[@tpdircks]

This is one of the most powerful talks I have ever heard. I knew I would re-listen to it this morning.

[@handcycle100]

I love this talk it gives the final judgment a tone of all love and to pull me up by my savior jesus christ until I can be with my father in heaven.

[@permalm3481]

Around where I live, there have been several billboards suggesting that Jesus IS there to judge and keep you out. Grateful for this simple explanation of Heavenly Father's plan of redemption and happiness

[@dianeedwards9958]

Loved his talk so much. Thank you so much.

[@mikearnold9740]

Magnificent talk, Elder Kearon! Thank you so much. Great mother-in-law joke, BTW. 😅

[@JoelStim-lj1hg]

I, think the ENGLISH Aurhority is the Coolest. I can not WAIT to hearore

[@beanwithbaconmegarocket]

Wonderful talk. Thank you, Elder Kearon, I really needed to hear some of this.

[@Rain_power]

I so appreciate the simple, loving, and inclusive nature of this message of good news. I also thing it's great that it doesn't contain the stock GC cadence of speaking / delivery method. His delivery is genuine.

[@happiness7808]

My testimony is that Jesus weeps over us! The same way that He wept for Mary and Marian - He weeps for us! Like a parent suffering with their child as they undergo essential surgery, He mourns our pain even as He allows it so that we may grow 💔❤ He doesn’t watch us through a glass window, numb as we suffer, He feels for us and longs for us to turn to Him and to receive of His eternal perspective and Peace and Hope! I also testify that His healing power is in full force today, and He will heal you in His time as we turn to Him! My life and mind and heart have been utterly transformed by His miraculous power! ❤️ God loves us, blessed be the name of the Most High God!

[@martinhill3206]

So Real, and heaven-sent truth by Elder Patrick Kearon, I thank you for your words of instruction and they give me great hope and faith in Jesus Christ. I appreciate you!

[@fernandoyoda]

Thank you, Elder Kearon.

[@54March]

What a beautiful talk of truth and light!

[@FromAgonyToLight]

I keep listening to this and love it every time!

[@angelaaleman7787]

I needed this talk so much and am grateful for it, and for Elder Kearon. Such a hopeful, encouraging message 💜

[@natachamusser]

The greatest sin block remover is Christ.

[@margaritadango34]

11:35 ❤ Heavenly Father is waiting for you and everyone to join the true church God's living church on earth ,"The Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints which He called after His name.❤ It.

[@jacquelinewatson2643]

Listening to this again for our relief society lesson tomorrow. It's truly a talk which touches my heart and reminds me to lean more on Heavenly Father.

[@barbaratungloong7705]

I loved it! It hit home. ❤

[@chasenoorda9931]

Being a member of the church of Jesus Christ latter-day Oh Saints has made me a better father by trying to align the same perspective our heavenly father sees us.

[@recursosyvaloreshumanos9582]

1- Vive dentro de un presupuesto. 2- Evita las deudas y pagalas a tiempo. 3- Ahorra para los tiempos de Necesidad.

[@JaefarSABNW]

It does make sense that people would get some news related to those they knew in their afterlife.

[@amysutherland2242]

What a wonderful message. Intended for us all! Thank you

[@robinmahoney7689]

Amen. This was exactly what I needed to hear this morning. Thank you 🙏🏼 ❤

[@MarleneKerr-p6x]

The conference talks touch our heart with the love of God for us

[@tamatoafilianga618]

♡Wow, I like this guy Elder; Keaton..yesss. I appreciate his speech and testimony..Thankyou for sharing.🛐🙌

[@blatherskyt]

Yes, God's work and glory- is to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man. He has and is doing all that is possible for that goal. But, we must love him by keeping his commandments with all that we have (heart, soul, mind, might, and strength) and then love our neighbors as we've loved ourselves by keeping his commandments. Upon this hang all the laws and the prophets, it is the primary teaching of all of the scriptures and especially in the Book of Mormon. Indeed, this how we choose him, and "love God and our neighbor and one day return to him" --Elder Patrick Kearon

[@j.e.9017]

Hello. I'm am investigator and truth seeker. I'm currently reading the book of mormon! Just finished the new testament 🥳 I have a question about this talk that I'm hoping someone can help me with. Is there a point at which a members of the church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints refrain from considering sins as "mistakes"? Is there any concern within church leadership that up and coming generations will permanently view and rewrite sin as "mistakes"? Inferring that sin has limited accountability or is all accidental, or is generally regarded as being committed without any thought or personal choice. Aren't "mistakes" very different than sins? And shouldn't repeated "mistakes" be a real concern for the individual and the people in their lives? Thank you 🙏 God bless. All glory to God ✌ ☮ 🕊 ✝️ ☯️

[@nabbithero54]

Sins are choices separate us from God. Mistakes are what make us human but don’t necessarily hurt us spiritually. Sins are things that are in any way related to doing, thinking, or in any other way participating in evil. These things lead to us separating ourselves from God if we choose to stay there. Of course, Jesus can save us from our sins if we allow Him too. Mistakes are not necessarily related to evil. A mistake would be like putting your left shoe on your right foot, or spelling a word wrong. Sure, they’re things we can improve at, but they’re not sins.

[@Epiha]

Finally! We haven't had a funnier prophet since Hinckley. Hilarious! Love 'em.

[@georgestewart8300]

Closest to grace that I have heard heaven is not for the special ones God loves all of his children

[@margaritadango34]

Come join the church to feel the spirit of our living loving heavenly Father God who loves us and Jesus Christ ❤️🙏 who suffered and died for us to stone for our sins and the sins of the world 🌎.❤

[@JJLoLogo]

I love this beautiful talk about our Heavenly Father and His son, Jesus Christ. I am so grateful that they love us. This talk gives me hope and a desire to become a better person. Truly, this Elder is a true witness and apostle of God.

[@maureenbucktowar744]

Anen sir

[@annecho9835]

God wants us to love each other as He loves us. We need to remember Christ makes this possible by showing us how.

[@crystaldawn9255]

I like this talk and I was probably drawn to it first because I needed to hear it but what always goes through my mind is this quote in Scripture: " I will be a stone of stumbling and a rock of offense" Someone help me understand which one is correct so now I'm confused. Also, the path is straight and the path is narrow

[@mmkvoe6342]

By stating the phrase you mention in the NT, Jesus was only pointing out that while He doesn't do anything to put roadblocks in our way and takes no happiness from us being stopped, the fact that He is "there"--anywhere--as pointing the way and supposed to be being the director, means thsr those who won't look at Him and insist on looking past Him or try to act like He isn't there will end up tripping over Him because He is very much there and can't really be ignored.

[@permalm3481]

Also in Matthew the path is described as strait, not straight, which is just another way of saying narrow

[@TheRealDonLayton]

I wonder if this was the first time "a little jig" has ever been used in Conference. Love his accent. But I love his message even more. God is in relentless pursuit of all of us. If God is with us, who can be against us?

[@elton3891]

The Mother- in- law was shocked😂😂😂😂

[@rmmixd]

🎤 ⬇️

[@javasports5348]

Favourite apostle and speech. Very light and fun

[@kathleenwharton2139]

God Loves and Saves us ALL in HIS Time and HIS Way. Mormon is just one of them. Not to Worry! 😊❤

[@FelmarRoelRapSingco]

Thanks to the Priesthood leaders for their inspired counsels. 💖

[@AtlantaBagpiper]

April 1991, Jacob de Jager, “Behind every great man in the Church stands a surprised mother-in-law” from his talk titled “Change” in the priesthood session. Credit where credit is due.

[@JosieEvans-u1w]

Thank you for this beautiful talk I love it!

[@brockallstate]

What Nephi chapter and verse did he read?

[@nathanbanks2935]

Even though I've suffered a lot of challenges lately, I know that God loves me. I've seen so many miracles of hope filled glimmers of the light of Jesus Christ in my life amid the darkness that oftentimes surrounds me! For anyone who is suffering I hope these words I say can help you: God knows you personally, and loves you! Don't give up hope.

[@lisahaymond7463]

Sending you lots of love, prayers and positive energy your way

[@RobinRandell-e6w]

Cellano He has been schooled by Elder Holland.

[@maple1854]

Don’t understand why critisize police officer at start. They are just doing their jobs Did not expect this from an apostle

[@TheRealDonLayton]

Police officers are human too and while most of them are amazing heroes, some do abuse their power and authority. If this officer was really enjoying his power to disrupt others, he should have been called out.

[@timjones8994]

I am sorry that is all you got from the talk. Hopefully the rest of the message will help?

[@EvanEstes07]

Let’s be real. If God loved us as much as leaders in The Church preach, he wouldn’t have to “intend” to bring us all home,He just would. It would be the charitable thing to do at the least. I would never turn my son or daughter away. Never. The fact that God “wants all of His children to choose to return to Him” sounds very narcissistic and conditional. Hopefully myself and the ones I truly, unconditionally love won’t be cast into outer darkness for our mortal ways.

[@bartglover7365]

He must honor our free agency. This means we must choose between the mortal world and his plan. It's our choice, and I am accountable for what I choose

[@nabbithero54]

We don’t get “cast into outer darkness” just for our “mortal ways.” You have to realize, the few that go to outer darkness are the worst of the worst. The ones leagues worse than Hitler. The ones who know God personally, know of His love, but instead choose to try to tear down all that is good and happy. These few would rather dwell in a hateful spite for eternity than ever choose kindness. We all determine where we end up. God will not force us to live with Him if we don’t want to. God will not force us to live like Him if we don’t want to. But Jesus came to save everyone, and He does. We will all be resurrected and all save a countable few will be saved in a kingdom of glory. But our desire to do good and the strength of that desire will determine, on an individual level, to what degree we are truly saved.