Study Guide for "Drawing the Power of Jesus Christ into Our Lives"

In his General Conference talk, "Drawing the Power of Jesus Christ into Our Lives," President Russell M. Nelson, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, addresses the challenges and complexities of our current dispensation. He emphasizes the importance of accessing the divine power of Jesus Christ to navigate these turbulent times. President Nelson outlines actionable steps to draw upon this power, including learning about the Savior, exercising faith, making and keeping sacred covenants, and reaching out to Christ with focused effort. This talk provides profound insights into how we can strengthen our connection with the Savior and harness His power in our daily lives.

Before Reading

Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:

What are the key steps President Nelson suggests for drawing the power of Jesus Christ into our lives?
Why does President Nelson emphasize the importance of learning about the Savior's ministry and mission?
How does faith in Jesus Christ enable us to access His power?
What role do sacred covenants play in increasing the Savior’s power in our lives?
What does President Nelson mean by "spiritual stretching" and how can it help us draw the Savior’s power into our lives?

Topics

Learn about Jesus Christ

President Nelson stresses the importance of gaining knowledge about the Savior's ministry and mission. He shares his personal experience of studying every scriptural citation about Jesus Christ, which transformed his understanding and devotion.

The more we know about the Savior’s ministry and mission—the more we understand His doctrine and what He did for us—the more we know that He can provide the power that we need for our lives.

I read and underlined every verse cited about Jesus Christ, as listed under the main heading and the 57 subtitles in the Topical Guide. When I finished that exciting exercise, my wife asked me what impact it had on me. I told her, "I am a different man!"

Why is it essential to learn about Jesus Christ’s ministry and mission?
How did President Nelson’s study of the Savior impact him personally?
What specific steps can you take to increase your knowledge of Jesus Christ?
How has learning about the Savior influenced your faith and actions?

Exercise Faith in Jesus Christ

President Nelson explains that faith in Jesus Christ propels us to act in ways we otherwise would not. He shares examples of true disciples who prioritize their faith over worldly activities and challenges us to be undaunted and courageous in our discipleship.

Faith in Jesus Christ propels us to do things we otherwise would not do.

True disciples of Jesus Christ are willing to stand out, speak up, and be different from the people of the world. They are undaunted, devoted, and courageous.

What does it mean to have faith in Jesus Christ?
How does faith in Jesus Christ enable us to access His power?
Can you recall a time when your faith in Jesus Christ prompted you to take a courageous action?
In what ways can you strengthen your faith in the Savior?

Make and Keep Sacred Covenants

President Nelson highlights the importance of making and keeping sacred covenants. These covenants bind us to the Savior and grant us godly power. He encourages us to follow the covenant path and seek ways to remain unspotted from the world.

Our covenants bind us to Him and give us godly power.

Covenant-keeping men and women seek for ways to keep themselves unspotted from the world so there will be nothing blocking their access to the Savior’s power.

How do sacred covenants bind us to the Savior?
What blessings come from keeping our covenants with precision?
What can you do to better keep your covenants?
How has keeping your covenants brought you closer to the Savior?

Reach Up to the Savior in Faith

President Nelson discusses the necessity of reaching up to the Savior with focused and diligent effort. He shares the story of the woman with a debilitating problem who reached out to touch the Savior's clothes, illustrating the need for spiritual stretching to access His power.

When you reach up for the Lord’s power in your life with the same intensity that a drowning person has when grasping and gasping for air, power from Jesus Christ will be yours.

When the Savior knows you truly want to reach up to Him—when He can feel that the greatest desire of your heart is to draw His power into your life—you will be led by the Holy Ghost to know exactly what you should do.

What does it mean to reach up to the Savior in faith?
How can spiritual stretching help us draw the Savior’s power into our lives?
In what ways can you reach up to the Savior with more intensity?
What experiences have you had where you felt the Savior’s power after reaching out to Him?

Understand the Central Role of Jesus Christ

President Nelson clarifies that Jesus Christ is the source of all power and blessings, not an abstract concept of the Atonement. He emphasizes the need to connect sacred terms directly to the Savior and recognize His central role in the plan of salvation.

It is the Savior who suffered. It is the Savior who broke the bands of death. It is the Savior who paid the price for our sins and transgressions and blots them out on condition of our repentance.

There is no amorphous entity called "the Atonement" upon which we may call for succor, healing, forgiveness, or power. Jesus Christ is the source.

Why is it important to recognize Jesus Christ as the source of all power and blessings?
How does understanding the central role of Jesus Christ deepen our faith?
How can you ensure that you always connect sacred terms directly to the Savior in your personal study and teaching?
What impact does recognizing Jesus Christ as the source of all power have on your daily life and decisions?