How to Truly Worship Jesus Christ: The Clearest Guidance Ever Given in a General Conference Talk

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@diannethomas7057 2 ай бұрын

I only listen to official church channels. I guard my testimony 100%.

@lisapeterson1549 2 ай бұрын

I was 10 yrs old when I got baptized. I remember at that time hearing Elder McConkie and I felt such great power and I truly knew that I was feeling the spirit ✨️. I truly wanted to be familiar and to gain my own testimony of the Savior and His church. ❤

@BunnyWatson-k1w 3 ай бұрын

I also liked McConkie's final talk as an apostle at General Conference in 1985.

@johnmcdonnell4216 2 ай бұрын

It was amazing

@teetwo56 2 ай бұрын

A classic

@lisapeterson1549 2 ай бұрын

Me too. I remember his last talk, it always helps me feel the spirit.

@tekawolf8254 2 ай бұрын

When I joined the church in 1979, I learned that this man was indeed a great speaker and true follower of Jesus Christ. May his words always have a great influence on the world.

@RichardHolmes-ll8ii Ай бұрын

I like where he stated, "It is self evident that we have received no unneeded and useless revelation"

@mormonsson6173 2 ай бұрын

Bruce R McConkie was a giant of a theological man in the last century.

@georgemartin1383 2 ай бұрын

I pray to Jesus, God incarnate.

@PreparingForZion 2 ай бұрын

Love Bruce R McConkie ❤another great talk!

@hankclingingsmith8707 2 ай бұрын

AMEN

@flowerofson-shine3539 2 ай бұрын

Please dispense with the bar at the bottom. I want to look at the speaker, but it drives me crazy. I thank you for putting out important content. I appreciate your hard work for our benefit. This is a great speech by a great man.

@TheWordsofChrist 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for your feedback. I want to let you know that the bar in question has been removed in the more recently published videos. If you have any other feedback, please feel free to share.

@debfryer2437 Ай бұрын

Here is a man who speaks plain language that all may understand and no one can misunderstand. How I wish he were still here today to stand up against the never ending supply of chatter with woke euphemisms such as “authenticity” and the misuse of the English language such as with “whenever.” Kamala Harris could learn a lot from him. Obama-isms may seem to have the ring of truth to someone who has never heard the rich expressions of apostles and prophets, but “let me be clear”, Christ is coming soon and all the pretended leadership will quake and tremble at His majesty.

@ForeverYoung-rm9zc 2 ай бұрын

There is one church established by Jesus Christ,he build his own church,he is the head of the church.so not all church are recognised by Jesus Christ.

@matteach2 2 ай бұрын

His 1985 BYU devotional address condemns anyone from worshiping Jesus. He started contradicting himself between his "I Believe in Christ" Hymn. Also, no acknowledgement of how the grace of Christ saves. He dwells on progression from keeping Commandments just like Catholicism. Works based salvation. McConkie is a great speaker. However, when he says God, does he only mean the Father? God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit are all God. To worship one, requires the worship of all. The indoctrination of Mormonism is so thick it took COVID and LDS narcissists to break me free of this tunnel vision. Jesus Christ is my salvation independent of any religious dogma, creed, or place. Standing with Christ is standing in the holiest place of all. Pelagianism is alive and well in the LDS faith taking us back to the dark ages before 1517.

@TheWordsofChrist 2 ай бұрын

I must respond with clarity and firmness from the perspective of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, using both scripture and doctrine to address your concerns. First, the idea that Elder Bruce R. McConkie or any leader in the Church would "condemn anyone from worshiping Jesus" is a misunderstanding. The doctrine of the Church is crystal clear: Jesus Christ is central to our faith and worship. The Book of Mormon, a foundational scripture of our faith, unequivocally testifies of Jesus Christ. For example, in 2 Nephi 25:26, it states, "And we talk of Christ, we rejoice in Christ, we preach of Christ, we prophesy of Christ, and we write according to our prophecies, that our children may know to what source they may look for a remission of their sins." This verse alone should dispel any notion that we do not worship Jesus Christ or fail to recognize His grace. Regarding grace, the Church's doctrine does not negate the necessity of grace for salvation. In fact, 2 Nephi 25:23 states, "For we labor diligently to write, to persuade our children, and also our brethren, to believe in Christ, and to be reconciled to God; for we know that it is by grace that we are saved, after all we can do." Grace is fundamental to our salvation, and the Church teaches that without the Atonement of Jesus Christ, salvation would be impossible. Your claim that Elder McConkie focused exclusively on progression through keeping commandments without acknowledging grace is incorrect. Elder McConkie, like other Church leaders, emphasized the need for both faith in Jesus Christ and obedience to His commandments. This is consistent with the teachings of Jesus Himself, who said, "If ye love me, keep my commandments" (John 14:15). Obedience to commandments is not a replacement for grace but a necessary demonstration of our faith in Christ and commitment to Him. As for your assertion that our doctrine mirrors "works-based salvation" akin to Catholicism, it's important to clarify that while we believe in the necessity of good works, we firmly reject the notion that works alone can save us. James 2:17 states, "Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone." We believe that true faith in Christ will naturally lead to righteous actions, but these actions are only possible and meaningful because of Christ's grace and atoning sacrifice. Lastly, you referenced the doctrine of the Trinity as traditionally defined by creedal Christianity. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teaches that God the Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost are three distinct and separate beings, united in purpose and divinity but not in substance. This doctrine is supported by multiple scriptural references, including Christ’s baptism, where the Father’s voice is heard from heaven, the Holy Ghost descends like a dove, and Jesus is baptized in the Jordan River (Matthew 3:16-17). This clear distinction does not diminish our worship of Jesus Christ as divine, nor does it contradict our commitment to the Father and the Holy Ghost. Your claim that our beliefs are "Pelagian" and revert to pre-Reformation ideas is not accurate. The Church has never taught that humans can achieve salvation independently of God's grace. The very essence of our doctrine revolves around the absolute need for Jesus Christ and His Atonement. In conclusion, while I respect your right to hold your views, I must firmly stand by the truth that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teaches and worships Jesus Christ as the Savior and Redeemer of the world. We believe in His grace, and we strive to follow His teachings, which include both faith and obedience. The gospel of Jesus Christ as restored through Joseph Smith is not a regression to the dark ages but a divine restoration of truth, light, and knowledge that had been lost for centuries. I encourage you to further study these teachings with an open heart, and I hope you will find the truth and peace that come from a fuller understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ. You’ll definitely want to watch this one next! - kzbin.info0dOSCys0Lh4

@apeleteynkonu Ай бұрын

Thank you for addressing his concerns so articulately. I bear my witness that truly the doctrine of Christ is the core of our faith. @@TheWordsofChrist

@AntonioAFelizJr 2 ай бұрын

This speech disregards the teachings of Paul in his ancient epistles. What I learned by my experience through the Temple Endowment ordinance of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints confirmed that Paul is correct: "..for, we are saved [in the kingdom of the Father] by grace after all we can do.." Worship is being attuned with the principles that reach into Eternity: Love, Light, and Truth. Attuned with those correct principles is being in vibrational frequencies of Love Light and Truth, "..for we are all sinners [imperfect humans] and come short of the glory of God, "..after all we can do.." Indeed, without going through the Veil, "..that is to say, his flesh.." (Paul wrote) nobody can enter into the Celestial Kingdom. This I know! Don't be led into the arrogance of believing that you can work yourself into Father's Glory by your works. Humility is the opposite of Pride. Blessings 🙌

@clarestucki5151 2 ай бұрын

We worship and revere a God who created mosquitos, facial and pubic hair, and cancer. Why is such a God worthy of reverence???

@TheWordsofChrist 2 ай бұрын

We believe that God, as a loving Heavenly Father, created the world with purpose and wisdom. While we may not fully understand the reasons behind certain aspects of creation, including challenges and trials, we trust in His plan and love. In Genesis, after Adam and Eve were cast out of the Garden of Eden, they were commanded to "In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground; for out of it wast thou taken: for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return." (Genesis 3:19). This transition was part of God's plan to help them grow and develop through their experiences and choices. The Book of Mormon teaches that “all things which are good cometh of God” (Mormon 9:20), and that our trials can be opportunities for spiritual growth and to rely more fully on Him. We are encouraged to seek understanding and trust in God's eternal plan. If you have more questions or would like to discuss this further, we welcome the opportunity to engage with you.