Study Guide for "Moving Forward"

In his talk "Moving Forward", President Russell M. Nelson shares his thoughts and feelings about the current global situation, including the pandemic and natural disasters. He emphasizes the importance of staying connected through technology and the power of the gospel in our lives. Despite the challenges, President Nelson assures us that the work of the Lord is moving forward. He encourages us to use this time to grow spiritually and stay firmly on the covenant path.

Before Reading

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

What does President Nelson mean by "the work of the Lord is steadily moving forward"?
How does President Nelson describe the effects of increased gospel study in many homes?
What promise does the Lord make that President Nelson invites us to ponder?
What does President Nelson pray for us as we listen to the general conference?
How have the missionaries adapted their work during the pandemic?

Topics

Embracing Technology for Gospel Purposes

President Nelson expresses gratitude for the technology that allows us to stay connected as a worldwide gathering of disciples of Jesus Christ. He mentions the unprecedented viewership of the April general conference and expects the same for the current one.

How grateful we are for the technology that allows us to be connected as one great worldwide gathering of disciples of Jesus Christ.

General conference last April was viewed by more people than any preceding it, and we have every expectation that will happen again.

Why is President Nelson grateful for technology?
How has technology affected the viewership of the general conference?
How has technology helped you stay connected to the gospel during these challenging times?
What can you do to make better use of technology for gospel purposes?

Persevering Through Global Challenges

President Nelson acknowledges the global pandemic, wildfires, and other natural disasters that have disrupted our lives. He expresses his grief for those who have lost loved ones and prays for those suffering. Despite these adversities, he assures us that the work of the Lord is moving forward.

During the past few months, a global pandemic, raging wildfires, and other natural disasters have turned our world upside down.

Meanwhile, the work of the Lord is steadily moving forward.

What global challenges does President Nelson mention?
How does President Nelson assure us that the work of the Lord is moving forward despite these challenges?
How have you seen the work of the Lord moving forward in your life or community despite the global challenges?
What can you do to contribute to the work of the Lord during these challenging times?

Adapting and Growing During Unusual Times

President Nelson talks about how missionaries, mission leaders, and members of the Church have adapted to the unusual times brought by the pandemic. He mentions how this has led to more teaching, increased family history work, and stronger testimonies and family relationships.

Amid social distancing, face masks, and Zoom meetings, we have learned to do some things differently and some even more effectively.

Increased gospel study in many homes is resulting in stronger testimonies and family relationships.

How have missionaries and mission leaders adapted to the unusual times?
What positive outcomes does President Nelson mention that have resulted from increased gospel study in homes?
How have you adapted your gospel study during these unusual times?
What positive changes have you noticed in your testimony or family relationships as a result of increased gospel study?

Emphasizing Spiritual Growth and Progression

President Nelson emphasizes the importance of using this unique time to grow spiritually. He reminds us that we are here on earth to be tested, to follow Jesus Christ, to repent regularly, to learn, and to progress. He encourages us to stay firmly on the covenant path.

I pray that we as a people are using this unique time to grow spiritually.

We are here on earth to be tested, to see if we will choose to follow Jesus Christ, to repent regularly, to learn, and to progress.

What does President Nelson pray for us as a people?
What does President Nelson remind us about our purpose here on earth?
How have you used this unique time to grow spiritually?
What steps can you take to stay firmly on the covenant path?

Recognizing the Lord's Love and Care

President Nelson assures us of the love and care of our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. He testifies that they and their holy angels are watching over us. He invites us to lay hold upon the word of God as declared during the general conference and to feel the Lord's perfect love for us.

Through it all, our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, love us! They care for us! They and Their holy angels are watching over us.

I pray that you will choose to lay hold upon the word of God as it is declared during this general conference.

What does President Nelson testify about the love and care of our Heavenly Father and His Son?
What does President Nelson invite us to do during the general conference?
How have you felt the love and care of Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ in your life?
What can you do to lay hold upon the word of God as declared during the general conference?