“Walk with Me”
Open talk in Gospel LibraryContents
Before Reading
Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:
- What does President Eyring hope to convey about priesthood service?
- How does President Eyring relate the story of the rich young man to our modern-day challenges?
- What are some of the awe-inspiring descriptions of the power of the priesthood mentioned in the talk?
- What lessons does President Eyring share from his personal experiences in priesthood service?
Topics
Recognize the Magnitude of Priesthood Responsibilities
President Eyring emphasizes the immense trust and responsibility that comes with holding the priesthood. He reassures those who feel inadequate and highlights that feeling overwhelmed is a natural response to understanding the true nature of priesthood duties.
If you told me that you feel perfectly capable of fulfilling your priesthood duties, I might worry that you do not understand them.
So if you feel a little overwhelmed, take that as a good sign. It indicates that you can sense the magnitude of the trust God has placed in you.
- Why does President Eyring believe feeling overwhelmed is a good sign?
- How does understanding the magnitude of priesthood responsibilities affect our service?
- When have you felt overwhelmed by your priesthood responsibilities, and how did you handle it?
- What steps can you take to better understand and fulfill your priesthood duties?
Rely on the Lord for Strength
President Eyring teaches that priesthood service is the Lord's work, not ours. He emphasizes the importance of relying on the Lord for strength and guidance, rather than solely on our own abilities.
None of us can do the work of the priesthood, and do it well, relying solely on our own wisdom and talents.
The only way to succeed is to rely on Him.
- Why is it important to rely on the Lord in priesthood service?
- How does relying on the Lord change our approach to our responsibilities?
- In what ways can you increase your reliance on the Lord in your priesthood service?
- Can you recall a time when relying on the Lord helped you succeed in your duties?
Walk with the Lord in Service
President Eyring invites priesthood holders to "walk with the Lord," meaning to serve as He served. This includes sacrificing personal comforts, noticing and helping the overlooked, and testifying boldly of true doctrine.
Our ordination to the priesthood is an invitation from the Lord to walk with Him.
He sacrificed His own comforts to bless those in need, so that’s what we try to do.
- What does it mean to "walk with the Lord" in priesthood service?
- How can we emulate the Savior's example in our service?
- How can you better align your priesthood service with the Savior's example?
- What sacrifices might you need to make to serve more effectively?
Learn from Personal Experiences in Priesthood Service
President Eyring shares personal experiences that illustrate the importance of trusting in the Lord, seeing others as He sees them, and focusing on building people rather than just solving problems.
I felt that the Lord was with me. I felt His confidence in me, and so I felt confidence in my part in His work.
I’m going to let you see him as I see him.
- What lessons did President Eyring learn from his personal experiences in priesthood service?
- How can seeing others as the Lord sees them change our interactions with them?
- Reflect on a time when you felt the Lord's guidance in your priesthood service. How did it affect you?
- How can you practice seeing others as the Lord sees them in your daily interactions?
Understand the Transformative Power of Priesthood Service
President Eyring explains how walking with the Savior in priesthood service transforms us and those we serve. He encourages priesthood holders to pay attention to moments when their hearts "burn within them" as these are times when the Savior's presence is felt.
We come to know Him best by working with Him and serving Him in the great work of bringing salvation to God’s children.
Our progress is His work!
- How does priesthood service help us come to know the Savior better?
- What is the significance of moments when our hearts "burn within us"?
- When have you felt the Savior's presence in your priesthood service?
- How can you be more attentive to the promptings of the Spirit in your service?
