United in Accomplishing God’s Work
Open talk in Gospel LibraryContents
Before Reading
Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:
- How does Sister Bingham describe the role of unity in carrying out the work of the Lord?
- What insights does Sister Bingham share regarding the roles of men and women in the Church?
- How does Sister Bingham explain the significance of priesthood authority and power in the lives of both men and women?
- What are some of the ways Sister Bingham suggests we can overcome cultural biases and value each other's contributions?
Topics
Understanding the Roles of Men and Women in God's Work
Sister Bingham emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinct yet complementary roles of men and women in accomplishing God's work. She explains that both men and women have unique responsibilities and divine gifts that are equally valued by God. These roles are not competitive but are designed to work together to fulfill Heavenly Father's divine plan.
When women and men work together, we accomplish a great deal more than we do working separately.
Women do possess distinctive, divine gifts and are given unique responsibilities, but those are not more—or less—important than men’s gifts and responsibilities.
- What are the unique roles and responsibilities of men and women in God's work as described by Sister Bingham?
- How does Sister Bingham describe the relationship between the roles of men and women in accomplishing God's work?
- How can you better appreciate and value the unique contributions of both men and women in your ward or branch?
- How can you apply the principle of working together in unity in your own family or Church responsibilities?
Recognizing the Importance of Priesthood Authority and Power
Sister Bingham discusses the significance of priesthood authority and power in the lives of both men and women. She explains that women operate with priesthood authority in their callings and are blessed with priesthood power as they keep their covenants. She also emphasizes the importance of understanding that men and women are partners in the work of the Lord, authorized and directed by Him.
Recently we have been taught that women who are set apart under the direction of one holding priesthood keys operate with priesthood authority in their callings.
Women who are endowed in the temple have priesthood power in their lives and in their homes as they keep those sacred covenants they made with God.
- How does Sister Bingham describe the role of priesthood authority and power in the lives of women?
- What does it mean for men and women to be partners in the work of the Lord, according to Sister Bingham?
- How can you better understand and appreciate the role of priesthood authority and power in your own life?
- How can you apply the principle of partnership in the work of the Lord in your own Church responsibilities?
Overcoming Cultural Biases and Valuing Each Other's Contributions
Sister Bingham encourages us to overcome cultural biases and to value each other's contributions as we work together in fulfilling our divine roles. She explains that recognizing women as vital participants is not about creating parity but about understanding doctrinal truth. She calls for us to actively work to value women as God does: as essential partners in the work of salvation and exaltation.
Seeing women as vital participants is not about creating parity but about understanding doctrinal truth.
We can actively work to value women as God does: as essential partners in the work of salvation and exaltation.
- What does Sister Bingham mean by "overcoming cultural biases"?
- How does Sister Bingham suggest we can value each other's contributions in the work of the Lord?
- What are some ways you can work to overcome cultural biases and value the contributions of others in your ward or branch?
- How can you apply the principle of valuing each other's contributions in your own family or Church responsibilities?
Embracing Unity in Accomplishing God's Work
Sister Bingham emphasizes the importance of unity in accomplishing God's work. She explains that unity is essential to the divine work we are privileged and called to do, but it requires effort and time. She encourages us to counsel together, listen to one another, and understand others" viewpoints to make more inspired decisions.
Unity is essential to the divine work we are privileged and called to do, but it doesn’t just happen.
Whether at home or in our Church responsibilities, the most effective way to fulfill our divine potential is to work together, blessed by the power and authority of the priesthood in our differing yet complementary roles.
- Why is unity essential in accomplishing God's work, according to Sister Bingham?
- What does Sister Bingham suggest are some ways to foster unity?
- How can you work to foster unity in your ward or branch?
- How can you apply the principle of unity in your own family or Church responsibilities?
Understanding the Role of Women in the Restoration
Sister Bingham highlights the significant role that women played in the Restoration. She shares a conversation with President Russell M. Nelson, who emphasizes the importance of women in the Restoration, citing the contributions of Emma Smith and Lucy Mack Smith. Sister Bingham encourages us to learn from one another and be united in our goal to become disciples of Jesus Christ.
One of the most important aspects that I am reminded of when I come to this restoration of the priesthood site is the important role that women played in the Restoration.
Like Emma and Lucy and Joseph, we are most effective when we are willing to learn from one another and are united in our goal to become disciples of Jesus Christ and help others along that path.
- What role did women play in the Restoration according to Sister Bingham and President Nelson?
- How does Sister Bingham suggest we can learn from the examples of women in the Restoration?
- How can you better appreciate and learn from the contributions of women in the Restoration?
- How can you apply the principle of unity and learning from one another in your own discipleship?
