Summary
Highlights
Elder Neil L. Andersen conducts the Saturday evening session, with music provided by a combined choir from Brigham Young University. The session begins with the hymn “Hail the Day that Sees Him Rise,” celebrating Christ's ascension and triumph.
Elder Edward Dube offers the invocation, expressing gratitude for the Easter season and the Atonement of Jesus Christ, and praying for the prophet, speakers, and missionaries. The choir then sings “Sweet Is the Peace the Gospel Brings,” emphasizing the solace and divine care found in the gospel.
Elder Gary E. Stevenson shares an experience where a small image of the Savior softened a customs officer's demeanor, highlighting the universal impact of Christ's light. He discusses the Church's efforts to center on Christ, including the visual identifier and encouraging a more sacred celebration of Easter, emphasizing the literal Resurrection.
Sister Amy A. Wright shares her son Eli's experience of articulating his moral compass based on Jesus Christ, leading to a scholarship. She emphasizes three pillars of lifelong discipleship: believing in Jesus Christ, belonging to Him and His Church through covenants, and striving to become like Him, especially for children.
Elder James R. Rasband discusses the Kirtland Temple dedicatory prayer (D&C 109) and the Lord's promise to manifest Himself in mercy in His temples. He highlights that mercy is found in temple covenants and the plan of salvation, emphasizing that pondering God's mercy prepares individuals to receive answers to prayer and strengthen their faith.
Elder Sergio R. Vargas shares his conversion story and likens spiritual guidance to salmon navigating rivers, guided by an internal 'magnetic map'—the light of Christ. He stresses the importance of centering our lives on Jesus Christ to return to our heavenly home, nourishing ourselves spiritually through prayer, scriptures, and temple attendance.
Elder D. Todd Christofferson explores the meaning of worship, identifying four key concepts: actions, attitudes, exclusivity, and emulation. He emphasizes that worship involves gathering, singing, praying, and partaking of the sacrament, but also includes daily acts of devotion, gratitude, and yielding our will to God. He cautions against idol worship and encourages emulating the attributes of the Father and the Son, highlighting the transformative power of true worship on the covenant path.
The choir performs “Rejoice, the Lord Is King!”, a powerful hymn of praise and adoration for Jesus Christ. Elder Gregorio E. Casillas offers the closing prayer, expressing gratitude for the messages and asking for guidance to live a covenant life and be faithful disciples of Jesus Christ.