The Parable of the Slope | Elder Clark G. Gilbert

"Hand art imagery follows Elder Gilbert’s Parable of the Slope, which teaches that our direction we are headed and our slope matter far more than our starting point or struggles.
Read Elder Gilbert's talk at: www.churchofjesuschrist.org/s..."

[@benjamintingey8516]

Beautiful message and artistry. Loved this line: "He will do everything He can to help us turn our slopes toward heaven."

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Thanks for commenting, Benjamin, and for sharing your favorite part of the video!

[@BrannonRenteria-px2kx]

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[@Marcaline99]

God made this just for me! I struggle with severe depression and lately it has been very difficult for me to feel comfortable with partaking in gospel oriented media. As a kid I watched sprout (a tv channel) and my favorite part was the sand painting stories so when I saw this I knew it was God reaching out to me! Thank you

[@marcellus71c.89]

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[@churchofjesuschrist]

Hi @Heather Hart, we're sorry to hear of the challenges you're experiencing and are glad to hear that this video's message and art could be a light in your life. We know God hears your prayers of faith, and we hope you will feel His love and comfort as you 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.

[@ashlyncrane8992]

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[@josephineagustin7874]

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[@normagoodman2283]

Yes! He knows and loves you so much. You are written in his heart...

[@lydiastevenson8502]

Reminds me of hiw Jesus drew in the sand when the woman was about to be stoned to death... beautiful message... thank you. I've shared with my ward and the youth

[@scottsoward]

Christ can lift us from wherever we are... What an important message, and so beautifully illustrated.

[@mattmoser2301]

In a world dominated by materialistic pursuits and desires, these teachings give me peace! I am grateful to know that The Lord doesn’t care so much about where we start, but where we are at now and where we, with His help, can go.

[@elenalohrey1971]

as someone used to being on instagram i double tapped your comment half expecting the thumbs-up icon to light up, forgot that i actually had to tap on the icon lol

[@kevlar4543]

I feel as though I listened to this when I needed to hear it. The artist who used the black dust to help convey Elder Gilbert's words using black dust was incredible, and I was inspired by both the spoken word and the intricate art. Thank you

[@PamChoate1969]

Thank you for this video, it put my thought"s back on track, I have a tendency even at 53 years old to constantly live in my past! It's not easy to let go of a past that was so bad I have been told by nurses and psychiatrist that I should write a book .

[@nintendofan1750]

This is the kind of serious lesson that needs to be taught in every church around the world; our own as well as others. Thank you for sharing this message today.

[@lalacanamar]

Dear Brothers and Sisters, my undying Love and wishes and prayers of help,comfort,healing and joy are sent to each and everyone of you 🙏🏻 ❤️. As we all face uncertain times ahead of us,remember that someone is doing much worse. So work on your soul,thru prayer,fasting,appreciation and self Love. Thankyou Heavenly Father for your Compassion,Love,Grace,blessings for my enemies,family, loved and trusted ones. I know that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is the true church. I say these things,as my testimony to Heavenly Father,Amen

[@rowenaestuaria695]

"IT IS NOT WHERE WE STAND RIGHT NOW, IT IS THE DIRECTION WE ARE GOING".

[@blizzard2oo]

Anything by Elder Gilbert is like gold!!

[@ensignj3242]

Thank you. I needed that. I started life with a few bumps in the road that have made my journey difficult. But I am heading in the right direction.

[@hennore]

Love that they paired his talk with this remarkable art 😍 it doesn’t matter where we start, but it matters where we end: God’s presence 😇

[@BrandonPhD]

I love this. God is real and he expects us to improve. That doesn’t matter if we go from a 1 to a 2 or a 99 to a 100. All he wants is for us to help others and improve. I also believe that where much is given much is expected.

[@marleeriggin996]

I remember this talk. I am fascinated with the way the artist uses both hands simultaneously.

[@DummyGuppy]

I remember when President Gilbert was President of BYU-I. I loved this talk during General Conference, and I'm so glad it has a video now!!

[@alaskanmohican5674]

The art by itself is beautiful, the talk by Elder Gilbert is inspired, together they are transcendent. Thank you for sharing this beautiful piece of art and inspiration about the Savior and what it means for each of us.

[@KellyMillerldspoetry]

Jesus sees potential in every living soul. He knows the eventual and can lift us on our slope. This message came at a great time, for me. I am getting my strength back after recovering from surgery. After 2 months, I am still getting tired and have to remind myself of the progress. Spiritually, this is true, too. Medications can set you back.

[@YanyGatngoapMabor-rn7mn]

Very good news. These are the things we want to studies so that we can be seen wise. Thanks once again!!

[@garrettpete]

Beautiful, timely, and important. Thank you.

[@narayananify]

My Lord Jesus save me and my family from the Bad elements. Save us from evil.

[@AC3ND3D]

I love this video! It always make me feel closer to the savior when I see something so inspirational and uplifting!❤❤

[@jacobjensen7704]

What a beautiful message. God does not judge us by our starting point, only on our slope.

[@venusmassey3051]

I saw this and then shared it with my parents as a spiritual thought for tonight!❤

[@kimhaughton3771]

Beautiful! May we each come to an understanding of this parable as it relates to us individually is my prayer. ❤️

[@carlosromerochavez]

I recently just went to the temple for the first time and I ask god, “what do you want from me ?” And I didn’t receive an answer so I asked him 6x more and I felt and heard a voice say, “ all I want is for you to have peace” god has understand everyone is different and he understood that’s what I needed to hear.

[@Perykvaal]

The woman who does the sand art shown in the video is absolutely amazing! I remember watching her perform live, some years ago, and I was blown away at how quickly she worked, and how skilled she was. That aside, the message of the video is also quite poignant, especially now.

[@FilltheFrameMedia]

The artist for this video is Joe Castillo

[@leswalker2639]

Excellent explanation and imagery. I like the drawings of the artist. This explanation is so true, it matters what each of us do in this life. Putting out a little extra effort daily helping others and holding tight to the rod of iron will take us for a wonderful Adventure we need to accomplish in mortality. Is it possible for all of us to be more grateful as we navigate this life? I see being grateful constantly helps us to navigate around the trials and tribulations of life more easily, but first we have to give the Lord our burdens and concerns. The Lord's yoke is easy and brings more peace of mind, I don't want my yoke anymore, the Lord's yoke is easy, less dress and don't need the burden. Then life can get better and better instead of worse and worse, I don't like that word, worse to me it's a negative. I don't need negative in my life. The positive seems to bring more peace to your life.

[@Jozeemoss]

To venerate fiction to Gospel is blasphemy. Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

[@andreneto5745]

I love the message, and the artistic prowess of this individual is simply astounding

[@ajenks9]

My life began with elevated circumstances but my inner slope became stagnant. Thankfully, through Christ’s atonement, I am on back on a positive trajectory. This video helped me see that perspective in a very emotionally stirring way!

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Thanks for sharing how this video and Christ's atonement have helped you!

[@walrusbfv6862]

Quick, new parable just dropped 🗣️ 🗣️ 🔥

[@obemi2.]

Very educative message to me and all, am thankful

[@og5981]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing. Thank you for the encouragement, for this message from the Lord today. I appreciate it. God bless you.

[@CarlosWashingtonMercado]

Wonderful message. I remember this talk from Elder Gilbert. Also, I really enjoyed the art they chose to depict this teaching. So clever!

[@roberts6950]

Well done, thank you!

[@Dinesh-fv4fh]

PRAISE THE LORD 🙏🙏✝️🙏✝️🙏✝️🖐️🙌✨✴️

[@grantpajohnson]

I love the comment about the "inner slope" in reference to one starting high (or low) and thinking that they have accomplished something significant (or never will), but inwardly could actually have a negative slope going on, thinking that wealth or poverty starting points define who we are. God looks on the heart, the "inner slope" and I love the symbolism here in this parable.

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your comment!

[@tiffanyseavy565]

I believe nothing is unfair. Just like our choices in this life will determine our advantage in the next life, our choices and promises made in the premortal life has directly influenced and shaped our life NOW.

[@katherinem.4414]

My mom used to tell me that life is like a graph. She said that as we go up, there may be small setbacks, but the general trend is upward. And that’s what is important.

[@alfredsahrjames6920]

Thanks for the uplifting words they me strong

[@user-rz5kw5cq9q]

So Beautiful and inspirational !!

[@jaredloveless]

I've been trying to find peace in junk all day. I'm so glad I thought to come look here, and found the peace I was seeking. I thank my Savior for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

[@EffortlessEthan]

I love this message!

[@SNEntertainmentllc]

Beautiful and true message, stunning artistry. Especially when Christ emerges from the sand. Thank you.

[@Sunsaintsandwaves]

I love this! What a great message for each of us to consider. We can choose a positive slope by focusing on Jesus Christ and His restored gospel. And a great reminder to realize that our blessings come from God.

[@jlglover4592]

This is one of the most beautiful messages made even better by the artistic talent shown. Thank you!

[@Jozeemoss]

To venerate fiction to Gospel is blasphemy. Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

[@amypark9793]

I believe in lord cause I can truly trust him🙏🙏🙏

[@bryanburrows8292]

Love this video!! Felt the Spirit very strongly.

[@WituVerdadero]

amazing!

[@Latterdaysaintcrunchymom]

Just what I needed right when I needed it

[@user-qt5eq6gl7y]

Beautiful message! and TRULY AMAZING TALENT!!!!! Thank you for sharing your talent!

[@worldatmyfingertips7771]

This is incredibly powerful! And what an artist.....Art inspired from on high, there is no match for it, for us below.🙏🙏

[@sarabernpaintner4704]

Thanks for sharing this amazing video! I felt like I needed to watch this one today ❤

[@japhethcarlson6791]

Thank you for sharing this message! It really resonated with me and helped me place my life's big picture into focus. 😃

[@pohnprayin]

This is beautiful! Thank you so much.

[@FromAgonyToLight]

That’s beautiful, the Spirit witnesses to this!

[@Hannah_The_Elon_Jew]

That was a beautiful piece of work. Praise God!

[@2EternityButterflies]

Thank you for such a positive and beautiful message.

[@shaunkoms3951]

Beautiful thank u for sharing Gods messages.

[@DB_Golfer]

Love this so much!

[@camilapinheiro6272]

Glory to God!❤

[@jondgrant]

Beautiful and powerful - both the message and the art. Thank you!

[@myrojyn]

The imageryin this is simply phenomenal.

[@jessicakoch5983]

What a very talented artist paired with an amazing talk. Thank you

[@babytexan3038]

This art is amazing! Helps me listen to the message better.

[@jenovapear9629]

Thank you so much for making this video. Many of us may need to try again, get where you oriented, start over, but this video explains that we can all return to heaven with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And I loved ones. And that is worth working toward. 💕

[@stephenbailinC7GS]

This was super cool. He was my first BYU-I president. One of his kids was in my 5th and 6th grade classes. Cool to hear this message.

[@MariaEckersley]

I loved this talk. I've referenced it many times as I teach my kids. Thank you for layering it on top of something so visually fun to watch. It's creative, fresh, and sort of mesmerizing. Great job!

[@snaylmail6595]

Amazing work by the artist. How cool. Great message ❤

[@DuDaJ_JacobDowns]

This is a very cool video, and probably helpful to those born into unfortunate circumstances. This shows once again that the answer is always christ ❤

[@returningtovenus]

This is such a beautiful message :) and the production is so well put together

[@lisaruggirello6249]

I Absolutely L💙VE This❣️

[@pampurnell4540]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing!❤

[@marymacgillvray8906]

What profound words and a lovely artistic talent to go along with it! This was such a cute video!!!

[@coreygrua3271]

Here is an intriguing new concept well worthy of consideration.

[@TopHatJester]

I know God is real. I have spoken with angels, helped minister to the sick, naked, and hungry. I am an instrument in His hands for His purposes and in that I have genuine peace. I know heaven is for everyone and all we need to do is believe in Christ. I believe in Christ. He is my Savior, Master, and friend. He loves me and, again, He loves all of His children. I know God is real. I am a special witness of His divinity and healing; I am a Disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God... I love Him. I love God the Father and His Son.. And in that I leave you all my special witness in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen.

[@rochellesantillan9481]

This god will safe me form hurt anyway i love to watch❤

[@katherineelizabethjessiahb2721]

Just for me. Thank you ❤

[@melanyseastrand3578]

I want this as a series! I could watch this sand artist all day!!

[@kathysmith266]

Thank you for this beautiful message. 😊❤

[@mcswizz9609]

Beautiful message, and beautiful art

[@rachelkoncurat5859]

this video was beautiful, and I especially loved the part where the person kneeling in prayer was then given more detail and became Jesus Christ. To me it was a reminder that when I’m hurting or struggling, He is with me in that moment and has had His share of pleading prayers with God. It’s cool to picture Him and I kneeling together❤️

[@manditakay]

i love this, the hand art is stunning with such a great message!

[@AtamaNKrasno]

When I heard this talk for the first time - i was really impressed. So glad to see that it's a beautiful videomessage too!

[@denisplouffe514]

An important message for us all.

[@lw1959]

Beautiful message. Thank you!

[@llharris4837]

This artwork and Elder Gilbert's thoughts were beautiful together. Thank you for producing such an inspiring piece.

[@TreeLynnT]

It's all about ones frequency and mindset .

[@tamijeanne]

This is so beautiful!! Wow! What a talented artist and a great message. Thank you for sharing.

[@lkyblowfly1081]

I really needed this, thank you Elder Clark for this wonderful message!

[@lisamaria661]

Absolutely L💗VE This Video❣️

[@caleblivingston4955]

I needed this today. Thank you!

[@eduardoseganti6933]

Wonderful!!!!

[@josephday6172]

I love that art in this video. Very simple and beautiful. Much like the message. Let us all press on and elevate our sights and slopes heavenward!

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Yes! Thank you!

[@rjscorner5059]

I needed this!! Thank you❤

[@kidimbuishola-zx8ht]

Awesome! Thank you 🙏💖

[@mayanlogos92]

Focus on where you are headed and not where you began... ❤

[@guardianangel9517]

This is a VERY relaxing way to teach/learn. Thank you 🫂🙏🏻

[@AshlaStargazer]

Beautiful. ❤

[@MateoSayles-to2js]

Nice to see you nothing but good you