The Last of General Conference

The last of the 181st Semi-Annual General Conference.

Russell M. Nelson informed us that the greatest compliment one could give us is that of "Covenant Keeper".
Dallin H. Oaks told us to ask ourselves "What think ye of Christ?" (Matthew 22:42). He wishes us to examine ourselves to see if we are truly believers and followers of Christ.
Matthew O. Richardson's mission was the best two years for his life. Real life requires real learning which depends on real teaching. As teachers, we are to teach by the Holy Ghost, not in front of or behind. We are to teach "after the manner of the workings of the spirit" (Moroni 6:9).

1. The Holy Ghost teaches individuals in a very personal way. We must remember that we teach people, not lessons.
2. The Holy Ghost teaches by inviting, prompting, encouraging and inspiring us to act. Ask, as a teacher, how do I help those around me learn for themselves?

Kazuhiko Yamashita is from Japan and in speaking of the missionaries called there, informed us that there are many who had a parent who also served a mission there. I have a missionary friend who's serving in Japan where that is true. Yamashita wanted to inform missionaries throughout the world that their attitude and actions and the love they have for the people truly affects those they come in contact with. And to those preparing for missions, there are three things they must bring with them:

1. A desire to preach the gospel
2. A testimony
3. Love for others

Randall K. Bennet spoke on the gift of choice, agency. We have two choices in life: eternal life or worldliness. Your eternal destiny will not be the result of chance, but of choice. "You can't make eternal decisions without eternal consequences," Thomas S. Monson.

J. Devn Cornish tells us that Heavenly Father loves us so much that the things that are important to use (that are good) are important to Him. Thus, Pray and then go to work. God wishes to grant you much, and some of those things come only when you ask for them. Build your communication with God.

Quentin L. Cook gave us important principles that help us know there is a bright future for each of us, even if bad things have occurred in our lives.

1. There is a Father in Heaven who knows us personally and understands our suffering personally.
2. His son is our Savior and Redeemer whose Atonement not only provides for our salvation and exaltation but compensates for all the unfairness of life.
3. The Plan of Happiness not only includes pre-mortal and mortal life, but an eternal life.

Then President Thomas S. Monson gave his closing remarks and closed this General Conference. He let us know that Heavenly Father is mindful of the challenges we face today. That we should have increased kindness toward each other and nourish our testimonies.

I'm so grateful for a Heavenly Father who loves me so much that He gave His son, Jesus Christ, as our Savior and Redeemer, who suffered the Atonement for us so we could return to Him again. I'm so grateful for living prophets who guide us. For personal revelation that occurs individually. I'm so grateful for the opportunity of General Conference. I can't wait until the November Ensign comes out so I can have a copy.