Behold the Man!
Open talk in Gospel LibraryContents
Before Reading
Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:
- What event does Elder Uchtdorf consider the most important day in history?
- How does Elder Uchtdorf describe the impact of Jesus Christ's Atonement and Resurrection?
- What does it mean to "behold the Man" according to Elder Uchtdorf?
Topics
Recognize the Greatest Day in History
Elder Uchtdorf identifies the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ as the most significant events in human history. He explains that these events surpass any other historical milestones because they address the fundamental challenges of death and sin that every person faces.
To find the most important day in history, we must go back to that evening almost 2,000 years ago in the Garden of Gethsemane when Jesus Christ knelt in intense prayer and offered Himself as a ransom for our sins.
But combine them all, and they cannot begin to compare to the importance of what happened on that first Easter morning.
- Why does Elder Uchtdorf consider the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ the most important events in history?
- How does Elder Uchtdorf describe the suffering of Jesus Christ in Gethsemane?
- How can you personally commemorate the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ in your daily life?
- What events in your life have helped you to better understand the significance of Jesus Christ's sacrifice?
Understand the Promise of Resurrection
Elder Uchtdorf discusses the universal challenge of death and the hope provided by Jesus Christ's Resurrection. He assures that because of Jesus Christ, death is temporary, and all will be resurrected with a perfect, immortal body.
Nevertheless, because of Jesus Christ, your death will be temporary. Your spirit one day will reunite with your body.
This resurrected body will not be subject to death, and you will live in the eternities, free from pain and physical suffering.
- What does Elder Uchtdorf say about the nature of our resurrected bodies?
- How does the Resurrection of Jesus Christ provide hope in the face of death?
- How does the promise of resurrection influence your perspective on mortality?
- In what ways can you share the hope of resurrection with others who may be grieving or fearful?
Embrace the Gift of Forgiveness
Elder Uchtdorf highlights the second great challenge of sin and the gift of forgiveness made possible through Jesus Christ's Atonement. He explains that through repentance, we can overcome sin and be cleansed, allowing us to return to God's presence.
Because Jesus owed no debt to justice, He could pay our debt and meet the demands of justice for every soul.
Because of our Lord and Savior, you and I are granted a most precious and priceless gift—regardless of our past, we can repent and follow the path that leads to celestial light and glory.
- How does Elder Uchtdorf describe the process and importance of repentance?
- What does Jesus Christ's Atonement mean for those who have sinned?
- What steps can you take to more fully embrace the gift of forgiveness in your life?
- How can you help others understand and utilize the power of repentance and forgiveness?
Celebrate the Joy of Easter
Elder Uchtdorf emphasizes the joy and hope that Easter represents. He explains that because of Jesus Christ, we can overcome death, sin, and sorrow, and look forward to eternal life with our loved ones.
This is what we celebrate on Easter Sunday—we celebrate life!
Because of Jesus Christ, we will rise from the despair of death and embrace those we love, shedding tears of overwhelming joy and overflowing gratitude.
- What reasons does Elder Uchtdorf give for celebrating Easter?
- How does Elder Uchtdorf describe the eternal blessings made possible by Jesus Christ?
- How can you make your Easter celebrations more meaningful and centered on Jesus Christ?
- What can you do to share the joy and hope of Easter with others?
Truly Behold the Man
Elder Uchtdorf invites us to "behold the Man"—to see Jesus Christ for who He truly is and to align our lives with His teachings. He explains that by doing so, we can find comfort, healing, and purpose, and ultimately become His disciples.
When we truly behold the Man, we learn of Him and seek to align our lives with Him.
As you accept His sacrifice, become His disciple, and finally reach the end of your earthly journey, what will become of the sorrows you have endured in this life? They will be gone.
- What does it mean to "behold the Man" according to Elder Uchtdorf?
- How can truly beholding Jesus Christ impact our lives?
- What steps can you take to more fully "behold the Man" in your daily life?
- How can you help others to see Jesus Christ for who He truly is?
