Closing Remarks
Open talk in Gospel LibraryContents
Before Reading
Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:
- What is the significance of the temple in the Restoration?
- What are the steps for qualifying for temple blessings?
- What are the updated temple recommend questions?
- What is President Nelson's message to the youth of the Church?
- What are the plans for the bicentennial year marking 200 years since Joseph Smith's First Vision?
Topics
Importance of Temples in the Restoration
President Nelson emphasizes the importance of temples in the Restoration, describing them as the crowning jewel. He discusses the sacred ordinances and covenants found within temples and their role in preparing people for the Second Coming of the Savior. President Nelson also mentions the ongoing construction and renovation of temples worldwide.
Of course, the crowning jewel of the Restoration is the holy temple.
Its sacred ordinances and covenants are pivotal to preparing a people who are ready to welcome the Savior at His Second Coming.
- What role do temples play in the Restoration?
- How do the ordinances and covenants within the temple prepare us for the Second Coming of the Savior?
- How can I increase my appreciation for the blessings of the temple?
- What steps can I take to prepare myself for the sacred ordinances and covenants of the temple?
Qualifying for Temple Blessings
President Nelson explains the process for qualifying for temple blessings. He emphasizes that the blessings of the temple are available to all who prepare themselves. He also outlines the two interviews required to assess readiness for the temple, and reviews the updated temple recommend questions.
We can explain that the blessings of the temple are available to any and all people who will prepare themselves.
The Lord wants all His children to partake of the eternal blessings available in His temple.
- Who can receive the blessings of the temple?
- What is the process for qualifying for temple blessings?
- What are the updated temple recommend questions?
- What steps do I need to take to prepare myself for the blessings of the temple?
- How can I ensure that I am answering the temple recommend questions honestly and sincerely?
Encouragement for the Youth
President Nelson addresses the youth of the Church directly, encouraging them to qualify for limited-use temple recommends. He expresses gratitude for their worthiness and willingness to participate in sacred temple work.
We encourage you to qualify for limited-use temple recommends.
We are very grateful for your worthiness and willingness to participate in that sacred temple work.
- What is President Nelson's message to the youth of the Church?
- What are limited-use temple recommends?
- If you are a youth, how can you prepare to receive a limited-use temple recommend?
- How can you contribute to the sacred temple work?
Preparation for the Bicentennial Year
President Nelson announces the plans for the bicentennial year that marks 200 years since Joseph Smith's First Vision. He encourages members to prepare for the upcoming conference by studying the account of the First Vision, pondering the impact of the Restoration on their lives, and immersing themselves in the light of the Restoration.
In the springtime of the year 2020, it will be exactly 200 years since Joseph Smith experienced the theophany that we know as the First Vision.
Immerse yourself in the glorious light of the Restoration.
- What is the significance of the bicentennial year?
- How does President Nelson suggest members prepare for the upcoming conference?
- How can you immerse yourself in the light of the Restoration?
- How can studying the First Vision and the events of the Restoration impact your preparation for the upcoming conference?
