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All speakers David A. Bednar 44 talks 2004 to 2026
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Covenants 7 Jesus Christ 5 The Holy Ghost 4 Agency 4 Temples and temple work 4 Discipleship 4 The Atonement 3 Missionary work 3 When they spoke 2010s: 20 talks
2000s: 11 talks 2000s 2010s: 20 talks 2010s 2020s: 13 talks 2020s What they talked about more than most Subjects they came back to more than conference did in the same years. The dark bar is theirs, the light bar is everyone’s. Tap one to see just those talks below.
Gift of the Holy Ghost Comes up in 9% of their talks and 1% of conference Baptism Comes up in 11% of their talks and 2% of conference Covenants Comes up in 39% of their talks and 15% of conference Grace Comes up in 14% of their talks and 4% of conference Sabbath day Comes up in 9% of their talks and 2% of conference Home and home evening Comes up in 16% of their talks and 6% of conference Scriptures they quote They cited scripture 395 times in 44 talks, about 9 a talk.
Old Testament 8% New Testament 19% Book of Mormon 46% Doctrine and Covenants 24% Pearl of Great Price 4% The verses they come back to Their talks that cite it Their talks that cite it Their talks that cite it Their talks that cite it Their talks that cite it Their talks that cite it Their talks that cite it But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
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2026 All Who Have Endured Valiantly Enduring to the end means being possessed of charity and becoming a new creature in Christ. 2025 The Times of Restitution of All Things Bednar traces the miraculous events that led to the Church's organization on April 6, 1830. 2025 They Are Their Own Judges Bednar teaches that moral agency and Christ's Atonement can make the Final Judgment pleasing rather than fearful. 2024 “Be Still, and Know That I Am God” Bednar teaches that building on Christ through covenants brings an inner stillness of soul. 2024 In the Space of Not Many Years The book of Helaman warns that prosperity can breed pride and quick apostasy in us today. 2023 “Abide in Me, and I in You; Therefore Walk with Me” Bednar uses the Lord's counsel to Enoch to teach how to abide in and walk with Christ. 2023 In the Path of Their Duty Bednar honors the quiet, uncelebrated Saints who serve faithfully without recognition. 2022 But We Heeded Them Not Bednar teaches that covenants and holding fast to the word of God help us ignore worldly scorn. 2022 Put On Thy Strength, O Zion Bednar uses the royal marriage feast parable to teach that we choose to be chosen. 2021 “The Principles of My Gospel” Bednar teaches that gospel principles let disciples govern themselves without long lists of rules. Show the other 34 talks 2021 With the Power of God in Great Glory Bednar teaches that covenants bind us to Christ and arm His people with power. 2020 “Let This House Be Built unto My Name” Bednar teaches that temple covenants change hearts and that temple growth is fulfilling prophecy. 2020 We Will Prove Them Herewith Bednar teaches that mortal tests are met by preparing and pressing forward steadfastly in Christ. 2019 Prepared to Obtain Every Needful Thing Gospel learning now centers in the home, with the Church in a supporting role, including temple preparation. 2019 Watchful unto Prayer Continually Lessons from cheetahs stalking topis: beware disguised evil and stay alert. 2018 Meek and Lowly of Heart Bednar defines meekness as righteous responsiveness, willing submission and strong self-restraint, modeled by the Savior. 2018 Gather Together in One All Things in Christ Bednar explains that the 2018 Church changes join with earlier ones into one Christ-centered, home-centered work. 2017 Called to the Work Bednar teaches that missionaries are called to the work, not to a place, and urges priesthood, temple, mission preparation. 2017 Exceeding Great and Precious Promises Sabbath, temple and home help us remember God's promises and become partakers of the divine nature. 2016 Always Retain a Remission of Your Sins Bednar teaches how baptism, the gift of the Holy Ghost and the sacrament let us keep a remission of sins. 2016 “If Ye Had Known Me” Don't just know about Christ; come to know Him by faith, following, serving and believing Him. 2015 Therefore They Hushed Their Fears Bednar teaches that knowing and trusting Christ, and godly fear of him, dispel mortal fears. 2015 “Chosen to Bear Testimony of My Name” Bednar explains why older apostles' maturity is a blessing and urges members to heed them. 2014 Bear Up Their Burdens with Ease Bednar teaches that our burdens give spiritual traction and the Atonement strengthens us to carry them. 2014 Come and See Bednar tells people of other faiths why Latter-day Saints are so eager to share the gospel. 2013 We Believe in Being Chaste Bednar explains why chastity matters within the Father's plan, the body and procreation. 2013 The Windows of Heaven Tithing brings subtle but real blessings, and the Church handles tithes with the Lord's simple pattern. 2012 The Powers of Heaven Bednar teaches that priesthood holders need both authority by ordination and power through righteousness. 2012 Converted unto the Lord Bednar teaches that testimony is the start, but only deep conversion to Christ keeps us from falling away. 2011 The Spirit of Revelation Bednar uses two experiences with light to show how revelation comes, usually gradually. 2011 The Hearts of the Children Shall Turn Bednar invites youth to feel the Spirit of Elijah through family history and temple work. 2010 Watching with All Perseverance Three home habits act as a spiritual early warning system for parents watching over children. 2010 Receive the Holy Ghost Bednar teaches that the words of confirmation are a command to actively seek the Holy Ghost. 2009 Honorably Hold a Name and Standing Bednar teaches that temple covenants extend taking Christ's name and bring protection. 2009 More Diligent and Concerned at Home Bednar gives three ways to strengthen the home: show love, live testimony, and stay consistent. 2008 Ask in Faith Bednar teaches that meaningful prayer means asking in faith: acting, persevering through trials and accepting God's will. 2008 Pray Always Prayer grows meaningful as we counsel with the Lord, give thanks, and pray sincerely for others. 2007 Ye Must Be Born Again Bednar uses the steps of making a pickle to teach how we are spiritually reborn through Christ. 2007 Clean Hands and a Pure Heart Bednar teaches that through Christ we need both clean hands from sin and a pure heart changed to do good. 2006 That We May Always Have His Spirit to Be with Us Bednar teaches that the baptismal covenant promises the Spirit's constant company, which we must not push away. 2006 And Nothing Shall Offend Them Bednar teaches that taking offense is a choice and asks members to invite the offended back. 2005 The Tender Mercies of the Lord Bednar teaches that the Lord's tender mercies are real and personal, and come to those who choose Him. 2005 Becoming a Missionary Bednar urges young men to become missionaries long before they go on missions, as heirs of Abraham. 2004 In the Strength of the Lord Bednar, newly called, testifies of the enabling power of Christ's grace for those who feel weak.