Voice of the Spirit

In a world full of noise and many voices, President James E. Faust invites us to listen to and follow the voice of the Spirit, which is calm and quiet and leads to eternal life.
How are you possibly going to select what voices you will listen to and believe? You will not be able to travel through life on borrowed light. The voice you must learn to heed is the voice of the Spirit. The Spirit's voice is ever-present but it is calm. The adversary tries to smother His voice with a multitude of loud, persistent, appealing voices. Murmuring voices that conjure up perceived injustices, pointing voices of that abhor challenge and work, seductive voices offering sensual enticements, flattering voices that puff us up with pride, commercial voices that tempt us to spend money for that which is of no worth and our labor for that which cannot satisfy.
In your generation, you will be barraged by multitudes of voices telling you how to live, how to gratify your passions, how to have it all. There will be all sorts of software, satellite receivers and communication networks that will suffocate you with information. You will be bombarded with evil and wickedness like no other generation. As I contemplate this prospect, I'm reminded of T.S. Elliot's words: "Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge? Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?" I have suggested a simple solution for selecting the channel which you will attune yourselves to. Listen to and follow the voice of the Spirit. This is an ancient solution, even eternal, and may not be popular in a society whose always looking for something new. This solution requires patience in a world that demands instant gratification. This solution is quiet, peaceful and subtle. This solution requires you to walk by faith in a world governed by sight.
Learn to ponder the things of the Spirit and respond to its promptings. Filter out the static generated by Satan. As you become attune to the Spirit, "thine ears shall hear a word behind thee saying this is the way, walk ye in it." Hearkening to the voice of the living God will give you peace in this world and eternal life in the world to come. These are the greatest of all the gifts of God.
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[@gagehanley]

I'm a person that is inactive in the church, but every time I listen to this I feel at ease. I feel good and end up having a good day and knowing god still loves me for who I am.

[@rhonancy]

Me too. Am always greatful that I have a loving Eternal friend who loves me no matter what state am in.

[@gingerdurbin9425]

Gage Hanley Come back, we need you!

[@spencerjohnson3104]

Gage Hanley I love what you said how you feel God loves you and that is because it is true he loves and cares for you and wants you to come unto him and I promise you that if you do he will help you guide and walk beside you.

[@williesalas5607]

Please come back, I need you, the world needs you, our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ needs you. Remember, look up.

[@williesalas5607]

Gage Hanley please come back. I need you, the world needs you, Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ needs you

[@brickhouserecoverytv6668]

I miss my grandpa Faust dearly. Thank you for all of these kind and beautiful comments. I feel more connected to him after reading how he touched your life.

[@brianzobell2186]

Your Grandfather was my fathers stake President. He signed my father’s mission papers. Elder Faust has always touched my heart, and this message is still one of my favorites. Keep the Faith!

[@rawls101]

I served a mission because of his words. He will always hold a special place in my heart. I hope to thank him one day.

[@angelherrero7519]

I met President Faust when he came to Miami, years ago. He is now gone to his Heavenly Father. He was a very wise and noble leader.

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Thanks for sharing your comment!

[@nicholasnoble]

I find it hard to understand why people criticize and try so hard to find fault towards Mormons. By listening to these messages I reinforce what I believe is good and true. Those who go against us will only fail at there wasted attempts. There is no fault in the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, just individuals, just people who don't understand what they are missing.

[@robertferrin4408]

I have always struggle church going and getting myself to listen to the spirit and both has become a bit harder and waiting for paperwork to get done with that will help me leave a dark area in where i live and i hope i can find peace and hear the voice again better and return to church and never go inactive again.

[@swagmuffin1612]

Guys this really does apply to now more than ever it feels

[@FUW-guy]

Ever since I've become lds at the age of 17 3 years ago, this is still my favorite video

[@FUW-guy]

One year later and I still love it. Brings tears to my eyes

[@traczebabe]

This video though old, makes such more sense now. It’s too bad it took for these things to come to pass before I understood.

[@megaman2127]

@@traczebabe that's okay your learned!

[@Stormclovd]

I'm so happy that you were able to join the church & that you love this video!

[@Glen.Danielsen]

Dito.

[@paramnida1]

for anyone who is interested, this comes from James E. Faust, "The Voice of the Spirit", Ensign, Apr. 1994, 7

[@normamcclain4690]

Thank you!

[@wengel21]

speeches.byu.edu/talks/james-e-faust/voice-spirit/ Here’s the audio of the speech he gave a BYU that pulled from.

[@cosmicmirror1320]

AWESOMENESS... tyty

[@davidlee4853]

@@wengel21 thank you Brother

[@ljumper452]

the latter day saints have made wonderful videos and no matter your denomination you will fill the spirit in each segment...your time spent in viewing shall not be wasted...

[@SmellyUnfortunate007]

This is especially true with random messages from the news, social media, politicians, celebs and many other who tell you what they hate, what you eat and many others things where it feels incongruent to the whispers of the spirit. Life and everything else tells you to speed up while this gospel tells you to slow down and reflect.

[@ensignj3242]

I have been trying so hard to recognize His voice and then obey. I’ve recently read a book “Following the Light of Christ into His presence by John Pontus that has helped tremendously to clarify what personal revelation is and HOW to recognize and OBEY His voice.

[@katherinem.4414]

“This is the way, walk ye in it!!” James E. Faust

[@skylerreddy5436]

I thank Thee Oh Father in Heaven for sending living prophets and apostles again upon the earth.

[@stevenmathews7482]

I have yet to have a Burning Bush experience. However, I receive subtle promptings all the time that help me pass through this Mortal Life much more pleasantly.

[@graceliu905]

This message is timeless. It rings true today as it was seven years ago and it will remain true for many many years to come.

[@lostbyuspeeches1993]

Beautiful video...I too have felt "suffocated" at times. I find that reading my scriptures and attending the Temple of God helps quiet the outside voices.

[@kimberlidana3723]

The Actor, Bryce Chamberlain, was my former Religion Professor in college! He truly inspired me as to the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. He was such a kind, positive, uplifting man that inspired me in my life, and I liked his name so much, one of my sons is named Bryce. So good to see him. I am grateful for the Holy Ghost that gudies me in my life. It guides me, prompts me, and brings peace to my soul.

[@Kennethbecker6]

The simple truth is that we are all being called to the work more clearly in these latter days. We are apart of the christian army marching as to war...of love and service. The best part of this whole process is this-our agency to choose our path. Those that hear the calling, will come and join us. I am grateful to know a few of you!!! KB-Gilbert, AZ.

[@misalissa]

I love that they used the word static. When I'm spending my energy and time thinking about and trying to be worldly all I have in my head is static and it gets exhausting. This video is beautiful.

[@katherinem.4414]

“Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge? Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?” He said he quoted T.S. Eliot

[@IAM-zb3jy]

Live worthy of the Spirit...heed Its promptings and It will teach you the truth of all things.

[@Glen.Danielsen]

This is starkly the most important, the most key video I have ever, ever seen in the Faith. 💛🙏🏼

[@belmararafael8580]

WOW this is powerful! Such a huge blessing to have been baptized and given the special blessing to receive the gift of the Holy Spirit! But like this video said the world will change but our heavenly father will always be the same tomorrow and yesterday regardless of how the world changes our heavenly father will prompt and guide us through the Holy Spirit!

[@evanmoh3746]

I finally found this video haha i thought it was called tune into the spirit. My sunday school teacher played this video and i loved it! and finally i found it

This brings even more peace to my already peaceful and grateful soul today.

[@TexasBarnRats]

This video saved my son's life.

[@daleabono3616]

I really like this old message. It's completely timeless. Just as relevant as the first time I saw it. Very comforting

[@angelherrero7519]

President Faust came to preside a stake conference years ago. He spoke Portuguese and could catch some of our Spanish. To me, brother Faust is a good example of a church member of brilliant intellect, who has learned the difficult lesson to recognize that, God's intelligence goes first and that ours is better exercise when faith, study and personal purity combine.

[@blessyoushortly3918]

I been so naughty lately, but hearing this video (rather than seeing) reminds me of when I use to be in tune...People felt the Spirit around me, my love for Father was real and sincere, I would tell Him whatever You need me to do I'll do...Now, ha....pride and temporal satisfaction has gotten in the way...I'm returning though. #Whadalife

[@ferris_wheel9868]

It's just me. Keep going! :) i’m trying too.

[@dougbrinton2051]

My experience, having pursued that temporal satisfaction thing, was I personally found out that, much to my then dismay, "wickedness never was happiness". The path back isn't easy. What made it worth it was the dark 12 months that I survived learning in a very personal way that My Heavenly Father and my Savior know me intimately... and through it all they still love me.

[@saintinlower48]

The temptations to learn about good things, due to the never-ending interesting videos about them (growing a garden, intermittent fasting, building something for less than I can buy it, you name it), can become a distraction to what is most important. Having our eye on Christ. I have to somehow fit this video into my combined Elders Quorum, Relief Society and Gospel Doctrine class in my branch. 💝

[@ScottGemmell]

The actor, I served with in Nauvoo. Great job :)

[@ScottVanatter]

The actor was the main character in Man's Search for Happiness.

[@ejbuffpaint6899]

I just got my mission call! I am going up to Nauvoo!

[@angelorocha709]

Wow, what a great video. I have listen to this many times and each time it managed to make me emotional.

[@laurenblaney8612]

This video was made 10 years ago, but is relevant now more than ever. No one can tell me revelation through the prophets doesn’t exist. This message is living proof.

[@trueamerica]

this is my favorite, i always feel better when i listen to it, its like a reset button for me for some reason

[@anaseinilangi8890]

The spirit always whispers in a still small voice. It is very far from the voices of the world and the things of the world. The spirit always gives us comfort, peaceful feelings and reminded us of the goodness of God and His love for us. The spirit teaches us to pray and reminded us that our Loving Father in Heaven is always listened to our prayers and answered our prayers in His own times and ways as we patiently wait for the Lord's timing. Grateful for this wonderful teachings by the Apostle of the Lord Elder Faust who is now passed.

[@MarleeCraig]

I watch this video so many times, this is always my go to video. It consistently reminds me of the spirit of the Lord. Thank you for a wonderful video and gentle reminder :)

[@b0mbast0]

I keep coming back to this for all these years and just want to say how thankful I am that it remains preserved here.

[@harveysagario4289]

Things for that cannot satisfy, how to have it all-Worldly Peace in this life and in the eternal life to come is the voice that I always play in my heart. 💕 Ponder things the things of eternity. Way of the Lord.

[@deraldwiggers2543]

Oh how I love the comforting sound of President Faust's words---so grateful we can still hear him though he left this earth many years ago. What a spiritual giant he was and is. How wonderful that we can see and hear these spiritual messages.

[@davidbingham7404]

I totally agree and thank you. 🤗🤗.

[@atiyehatiyeh8322]

This is by far one of the best message for all Amen

[@harmoniousscents]

This is an amazing video i loved watching every minute of it. The less that we look to the world for comfort and more that we look to the Savior for our comfort and peace the less worried and distressed we will be.

[@CozyToni]

Wow! This was so beautiful and powerful. We must stay focused on God.

[@MsEndure2end]

I love this! It is good for my soul. "Listen to and follow the voice of the Spirit. This solution requires you to have patience and to walk by faith in a world governed by sight and instant gratification. Hearkening to the voice of the living God will give you peace in this world and eternal life in the world to come."

[@tinacarvalhoBodyandHealth]

nice to hear his beloved voice again.

[@chrislundell858]

I love this, and the man/men who are speaking.

[@katherinem.4414]

I sure want want to have warnings that I can recognize!! I need to prepare myself to hear and heed the voice of the Spirit.

[@robertos2198]

He gave this talk at a Byu devotional in 1993. This talk to me is a clear example of the gift of prophecy given to Apostles of the Lord Jesus Christ.

[@DefendingMormonism]

If there is one thing in the gospel that needs to be better understood and practiced by us all, it is probably the ability to hear and follow the voice of the Spirit of God.

[@iamjammin]

It really does take a lot of effort to filter out the static and to fine-tune your ear to hear the promptings of the Spirit. I thought the message in this video was a great reminder about how we can find peace throughout our life while being constantly bombarded with distractions and temptations.

[@tarasingh5440]

For he's my God and I love him . My father . He's always with me but it took me so long to recognize him. He's is all I have now. My world ,my God

[@Ed-et9ns]

thank you this was a great message

[@nathangale7702]

My second favorite Mormon Message!

[@darencouch9488]

I fell like it helps me fell more connected to Jesus crisis and his gosable.

[@jointheclubsmellypan]

It's always good to hear President Faust speak again, I like the way that the church has found a way to reach and teach all ages about the gospel, I find these videos useful for sharing a message with my family for Family home evening. I hope to continue to emulate President Fausts words in my life and help those that I care for.

[@christellecraze]

I watched this video yesterday at the Priests and Laurel Conference. This message has really touched me. Im so happy to be a Mormon and being able to have the gospel in my life.

[@jawjww]

I miss James E Faust.

[@briandm33]

It's a good message but what we are looking past is the fact that we live in a world with weak minds and weak understandings. We have't draw our hearts to the Heavenly Fathers understanding of all things. How do you desire to purify yourself in a weak world? The message is clear and the voice is pure.

[@diamondrough221]

Thank you family in Christ, I appreciate the encouragement, the reminder, I send the light of God to everyone who may come across this message

[@krsn8964]

Amen☝🏻😇❤️

[@USSResolute]

This is one of my favorite videos. Anyone who takes exception to this video because of the name of the channel or because of imperfections in the dramatization or delivery is here to stir up contention. Christ would encourage us to look for the good in quality thoughts like this or, if we cannot find any good, thank God that because of it we learn to be wiser as a result.

[@ldcastleton]

This has to be one of the most significant and powerful messages yet produced. I will ltry better to follow the guidance and hope all my family do so as well. This is the answer the world seeks.

[@octobus93]

I listened to the whole speech just a couple of weeks ago (it's a 199something CES fireside) and have loved it since. It's such a blessing to have these strengthening messages from the Lord's servants.

[@user-fr5nm1yx8o]

I love this, It is so true

[@iNetSpy]

2020 November... I first watched this video 10 years ago. President Hinckley also had a unique voice that could just calm you. For 3 minutes and 53 seconds, it sure invokes so many emotions...

[@stmhamner]

Thank God for President Faust

[@iNetSpy]

I try to listen to this message everyday... it helps me start my day... focused.

[@lakeolson2855]

9 years later... do you still

[@effiebay7261]

Beautiful!!

[@Brigmac47]

Thank You:)

[@hollilolli5600]

And soooo good it is!!!

[@usa44able]

This is the truth faith off the all. Great video.

[@thechfoxy]

Beautiful message!

[@mikeriggs391959]

Thank You I need this message,.Thank you for reminding me to tune into that one voice which will never let down- the Spirit of The Holy Ghost.!!

[@Phemelo]

This couldn't have come at a better time. Thank you. I needed this message.

[@fate241]

i felt the spirit watching this so strongly...thank you for posting

[@rexfordbeardsley]

This message is awesome!

[@JJClassic]

Amazing!!! I love it!

[@peculiarandproud]

What a wonderful message. I wish more people today would harken to this message and take heed to what they listen to/watch. Thank you President Faust, for that wonderful message!

[@dannielibby3834]

I love this. Brilliantly directed.

[@ShineMusiclife_channel]

God is always good Amen

[@jirving11]

I always look forward to these videos.

[@gradgurl2007]

Beautiful! Thank you for that inspiring message.

[@krimmola]

This is WONDERFUL. Thank you so much for sharing, this is so touching and true.

[@coopsevy5664]

So very true! When you listen to yourself you'll receive the answer your seeking.

[@nathanbanks2935]

The voice of the Holy Spirit is most of the time for me a very quiet voice, but he always speaks the truth. He testifies to me that Jesus Christ loves each of us enough to give his life for us. When I choose to repent, to love God, and others, is when I can really hear his voice.

[@BuuBot]

I love watching these videos. They are so comforting and inspiring.

[@gwendolynmoore1629]

Thank you for sharing

[@Galfo1]

Wow it was so peacfull and the Spirit was there a very good experiance thank you for posting this.

[@theeaviatordreamer]

I love this video so much, Thank you for creating this video the way you guys did. It has helped me so much.

[@nellneathery]

This an awesome video!!! I need to listen to it 2 or 3 times a day. I am a Christian since 1968 when I was 10 years old. I keep telling myself to stay off the internet less often. But I do follow Jesus, and I share and care with prayer! A friend of mine here where I live received this CD. Thanks for sharing!

[@nislee8595]

always feel the spirit when I watch this video. Gonna share it in the coming week's Sunday school:)

[@TheJpgallup]

I needed to hear that so badly thank you.

[@debbieallen3922]

Beautiful l love this

[@peculiarandproud]

What a wonderful message. I wish more people today would harken to this message and take heed to what they listen to/watch.

[@kemiowokolademusic2007]

Great message, thank you sir.

[@TheMrnineisfine]

"This is the way, listen ye to it!"

[@mitchelldaw1656]

Perfect message

[@gwcorbin]

The Voice of the Spirit video is wonderful! The message is simple and true.

[@jawjww]

He is one of the best

[@fly4hi100100]

Awesome man, awesome message, awesome church.