Sitting at the sacrament table as a priest, Packer gains his testimony.
testimony grows through priesthood duty and seeking
Allan F. Packer, 2009
Read the story ↗1 Peter; 2 Peter
November 15 to November 21
70 conference talks are built on these chapters.
What these chapters teach
Pick one and the stories and talks below follow it.
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1 to 3 of 52The verse speakers come back to
9But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
1 Peter 2:9 ↗, the main scripture in 21 talks
Talks built on these chapters
- 1 Peter 3:15Our Sacred Priesthood Trust ↗Thomas S. Monson, 2006Honor your priesthood trust by knowing your beliefs and magnifying your calling.
- 1 Peter 3:15Dare to Stand Alone ↗Thomas S. Monson, 2011Have the courage to stand for what is right, even if you must stand alone
- 1 Peter 3:15That All May Hear ↗Thomas S. Monson, 1995Prepare with purpose, teach with testimony, and labor with love to share the gospel
- 1 Peter 2:9You Make a Difference ↗Thomas S. Monson, 1988Shed sin, prepare, and you can make a difference through priesthood service and testimony
- 1 Peter 4:6Joseph the Seer ↗Gordon B. Hinckley, 1977Accept Joseph Smith as the prophet through whom the Church's admired practices came from God.
- 1 Peter 4:6Joseph Smith—Prophet of the Restoration ↗Tad R. Callister, 2009Hold to the restored truths Joseph Smith brought rather than leave over minor doubts.
- 1 Peter 2:9We Bear Witness of Him ↗Gordon B. Hinckley, 1998Bear witness of Christ and the Restoration with kindness, never arrogance, toward those of other faiths.
- 1 Peter 2:9Your Gift from God ↗Marion G. Romney, 1976Stir up the gift of the priesthood through study and righteous living so no storm stops you
- 1 Peter 2:9Our Responsibilities as Priesthood Holders ↗Joseph Fielding Smith, 1971As the Lord's agents, holders of the priesthood must forsake the world and live like Christ.
- 1 Peter 5:8Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection ↗Ronald A. Rasband, 2019Build a personal and family fortress of testimony to resist Satan
- 1 Peter 2:9Examples of Righteousness ↗Thomas S. Monson, 2008Priesthood holders must live worthily so others can follow their example
- 1 Peter 2:9An Eternal Vision ↗Carlos H. Amado, 1993Young priesthood holders should live worthily and serve missions with faith
- 2 Peter 1:4-7The Price of Priesthood Power ↗Russell M. Nelson, 2016Pay the price in righteous living to gain real power in the priesthood.
- 2 Peter 1:16-18Jesus the Christ ↗Spencer W. Kimball, 1977Jesus Christ is the God of this world, and we should act on the conference teachings
- 1 Peter 2:25Bishops—Shepherds over the Lord’s Flock ↗Quentin L. Cook, 2021Bishoprics should focus their time on guiding the rising generation to Jesus Christ.
- 1 Peter 2:9A Sacred Trust ↗Thomas S. Monson, 2016Stay worthy so you can call on priesthood power when the need comes.
- 1 Peter 5:2-5On Being Genuine ↗Dieter F. Uchtdorf, 2015Be a humble, genuine disciple who ministers from the heart, not for show.
- 1 Peter 5:5Pride and the Priesthood ↗Dieter F. Uchtdorf, 2010Root out pride and serve humbly with charity, because pride turns off priesthood power.
- 1 Peter 2:9A Royal Priesthood ↗Thomas S. Monson, 2007Develop vision, effort, faith, virtue and prayer to be worthy of the priesthood
- 1 Peter 2:9A Royal Priesthood ↗James E. Faust, 2006Honor and magnify the Aaronic Priesthood and avoid every kind of addiction.
- 1 Peter 5:2“Watchmen on the Tower” ↗Helvécio Martins, 1995Home teaching is a sacred stewardship to feed and watch over the Lord's sheep.
- 2 Peter 1:4Change ↗Jacob de Jager, 1991Priesthood holders should change themselves and lead their families in righteousness now.
- 1 Peter 2:9A Royal Priesthood ↗Thomas S. Monson, 1991Live worthy of the royal priesthood by serving and lifting others as the Savior asked
- 2 Peter 1:5-8Godly Characteristics of the Master ↗Ezra Taft Benson, 1986Develop the Savior's attributes so you can answer that you are even as He is.
- 2 Peter 1:16-18“We Beheld His Glory” ↗David B. Haight, 1977The keys Peter, James and John received are on the earth again through a living prophet
- 1 Peter 2:9You Are Different ↗David B. Haight, 1973Youth should embrace that they are different and live the Church's standards boldly.
- 2 Peter 1:5-7Becoming a Disciple of Our Lord Jesus Christ ↗Robert D. Hales, 2017Become a full disciple by adding Christlike attributes to faith until filled with charity
- 1 Peter 3:15Turn On Your Light ↗Sharon Eubank, 2017Women of the Church should let their light draw good women of the world
- 1 Peter 2:9Out of Darkness into His Marvelous Light ↗Robert D. Hales, 2002Generate spiritual light daily by living the gospel with both feet.
- 1 Peter 3:18-19Neither Cryptic Nor Hidden ↗Theodore M. Burton, 1977Take up the restored work of salvation for the dead with urgency
- 1 Peter 4:6The Message of Elijah ↗Mark E. Petersen, 1976Search out your own dead and do their temple work specifically.
- 1 Peter 4:6Elijah the Prophet ↗Howard W. Hunter, 1971Let the spirit of Elijah turn your heart to redeeming your dead in the temple.
- 2 Peter 1:20The Keys That Never Rust ↗James E. Faust, 1994Follow the prophets, seers and revelators who hold the keys of the kingdom
- 1 Peter 2:9The Mystery of Mormonism ↗Bruce R. McConkie, 1979The restored gospel is the plain eternal truth of heaven, and the world is invited to receive it.
- 2 Peter 1:19-21Value of the Holy Scriptures ↗LeGrand Richards, 1976Treasure the scriptures; Isaiah's prophecies of the Book of Mormon show the Restoration is the marvelous work.
- 2 Peter 1:19-21Prophecy ↗LeGrand Richards, 1974Prophecy fulfilled in the Restoration shows Joseph Smith is the Lord's messenger
- 1 Peter 3:18-20Strange Creeds of Christendom ↗LeGrand Richards, 1972The restored gospel corrects false creeds, so members should share its message.
- 1 Peter 2:9-10“Thus Saith the Lord” ↗Theodore M. Burton, 1971Follow living prophets who speak for God, not the wisdom of men
- 1 Peter 5:8Keep the Commandments ↗Thomas S. Monson, 2015Keep the commandments, for that is where happiness and safety lie
- 2 Peter 1:4Claim the Exceeding Great and Precious Promises ↗Spencer J. Condie, 2007Obey and patiently hold on to God's promises; he will remember you
- 1 Peter 2:20-23Faith Is the Answer ↗David E. Sorensen, 2005Keep exercising faith and obedience, especially when things go wrong
- 1 Peter 2:9“A Chosen Generation” ↗Gordon B. Hinckley, 1992Live as a chosen generation and rise above the world's moral decline.
- 2 Peter 3:11The Character of Christ ↗D. Todd Christofferson, 2026Seek a mighty change of heart so Christ's motives shape your character
- 1 Peter 2:23Adorned with the Virtue of Temperance ↗Ulisses Soares, 2025Cultivate temperance to strengthen your foundation in Jesus Christ
- 1 Peter 4:12-13Finding Refuge from the Storms of Life ↗Ricardo P. Giménez, 2020Build on Christ and trust His Atonement as refuge in every trial.
- 2 Peter 1:3-4“Exceeding Great and Precious Promises” ↗Howard W. Hunter, 1994Follow Christ's example and be worthy to attend the temple
- 1 Peter 3:15Proclaim My Gospel from Land to Land ↗L. Tom Perry, 1989Prepare yourself to share the gospel with friends, and do it.
- 2 Peter 2:9-19“I Will Look unto the Lord” ↗Marion D. Hanks, 1986Choose your road carefully and look to the Lord, not mortals, for lasting guidance.
- 1 Peter 5:5-6The Pharisee and the Publican ↗Howard W. Hunter, 1984Be humble before God rather than trusting in your own righteousness
- 1 Peter 3:18-20Three Days in the Tomb ↗Eldred G. Smith, 1974Christ truly rose, opening eternal progress for all.
- 1 Peter 3:19Trust in the Lord ↗Dallin H. Oaks, 2019Do not teach speculation as doctrine; trust the Lord on what is not yet revealed.
- 1 Peter 2:9The First Generation ↗Paul B. Pieper, 2006As a first-generation member, stay faithful; your choices bless generations.
- 1 Peter 2:9The Heritage of Royal Families ↗Royden G. Derrick, 1979Do your family history, temple and personal history work and live as a royal family in God's kingdom.
- 1 Peter 3:15Teaching in the Home—a Joyful and Sacred Responsibility ↗Devin G. Durrant, 2018Parents should teach their children the gospel at every opportunity, above all by example.
- 2 Peter 1:3-4Exceeding Great and Precious Promises ↗David A. Bednar, 2017Use the Sabbath, temple and home to remember God's promises and rise above the world.
- 1 Peter 4:8I Will Bring the Light of the Gospel into My Home ↗Jean B. Bingham, 2016Bring gospel light by seeing and speaking of others with charity
- 2 Peter 1:4Discovering the Divinity Within ↗Rosemary M. Wixom, 2015Discover and nurture your divine nature as a daughter of God
- 1 Peter 4:12Trial of Your Faith ↗Neil L. Andersen, 2012During a trial of faith, never step away from the Church
- 1 Peter 2:9Zion in the Midst of Babylon ↗David R. Stone, 2006Have the courage to limit the world's influence and build Zion in your home
- 2 Peter 2:19The Tugs and Pulls of the World ↗Neal A. Maxwell, 2000Tell the world to stand aside and become like Christ
- 1 Peter 2:9Thanks to the Lord for His Blessings ↗Gordon B. Hinckley, 1999Return home resolved to be kinder, strengthen families and move the Lord's work forward.
- 1 Peter 2:9Welcome to Conference ↗Gordon B. Hinckley, 1998Wherever we are, we can be faithful Latter-day Saints
- 1 Peter 2:9Children of the Covenant ↗Russell M. Nelson, 1995Knowing you are a child of the covenant protects you spiritually
- 1 Peter 4:8-10What Is Relief Society For? ↗Aileen H. Clyde, 1995Participate in Relief Society to cherish, instruct and save souls as Christ's disciples
- 2 Peter 3:18Rowing Your Boat ↗Chieko N. Okazaki, 1994Use both study and faith to become self-reliant, and support sisters rather than judging them.
- 2 Peter 2:1-14Coming through the Mists ↗William Grant Bangerter, 1984Hold to the iron rod, the word of God, and the world cannot deceive you.
- 1 Peter 1:7Faith—The Force of Life ↗Rex D. Pinegar, 1982Face life's challenges with faith in God rather than fear
- 1 Peter 1:7The Refiner’s Fire ↗James E. Faust, 1979Adversity can refine us and acquaint us with God if we keep faith.
- 1 Peter 2:9The Gift of the Holy Ghost ↗LeGrand Richards, 1979The gift of the Holy Ghost is what moves the Saints to serve and sacrifice
- 1 Peter 5:2Feed the Flock ↗David B. Haight, 1975Keep in close, caring contact with members serving in the military
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