Study Guide for "Pure Truth, Pure Doctrine, and Pure Revelation"

In his talk, President Russell M. Nelson emphasizes the importance of pure truth, pure doctrine, and pure revelation in our lives. He encourages the members of the Church to focus on the teachings of Jesus Christ and seek the guidance of the Holy Ghost during the General Conference. He also discusses the role of the Church in these challenging times and assures the members that the Lord is hastening His work.

Before Reading

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

What are the three things President Nelson invites us to listen for during the conference?
How does President Nelson describe the impact of the pure doctrine of Christ?
What is the role of the Holy Ghost in receiving pure revelation?
What assurance does President Nelson give about the teachings heard during the conference?
What is the significance of being a covenant people of the Lord?

Topics

Emphasizing the Importance of Pure Truth

President Nelson emphasizes the existence of absolute, eternal truth and the importance of turning to the right sources for truth. He assures that the teachings heard during the conference constitute pure truth.

Contrary to the doubts of some, there really is such a thing as right and wrong. There really is absolute truth—eternal truth.

One of the plagues of our day is that too few people know where to turn for truth. I can assure you that what you will hear today and tomorrow constitutes pure truth.

What does President Nelson mean by "pure truth"?
Why is it important to know where to turn for truth?
How can we ensure that we are seeking truth from the right sources?
How can you apply the principle of seeking pure truth in your daily life?
What steps can you take to discern truth in a world filled with misinformation?

Understanding and Implementing the Pure Doctrine of Christ

President Nelson discusses the transformative power of the pure doctrine of Christ. He explains that understanding and implementing this doctrine in our lives helps us to stay on the covenant path and qualifies us to receive all that God has.

The pure doctrine of Christ is powerful. It changes the life of everyone who understands it and seeks to implement it in his or her life.

The doctrine of Christ helps us find and stay on the covenant path. Staying on that narrow but well-defined path will ultimately qualify us to receive all that God has.

What is the pure doctrine of Christ according to President Nelson?
How does the doctrine of Christ help us to stay on the covenant path?
What are the implications of staying on the covenant path?
How can you better implement the doctrine of Christ in your life?
What changes might you need to make to stay on the covenant path?

Seeking Pure Revelation through the Holy Ghost

President Nelson encourages the seeking of pure revelation for the questions in our hearts through the ministering of the Holy Ghost. He invites us to make the conference a time of feasting on messages from the Lord.

Finally, pure revelation for the questions in your heart will make this conference rewarding and unforgettable.

If you have not yet sought for the ministering of the Holy Ghost to help you hear what the Lord would have you hear during these two days, I invite you to do so now.

What is the role of the Holy Ghost in receiving pure revelation?
How can the ministering of the Holy Ghost help us during the conference?
What steps can you take to seek the ministering of the Holy Ghost?
How can you prepare yourself to receive pure revelation?

Recognizing Our Role as the Lord's Covenant People

President Nelson discusses the significance of being the Lord's covenant people. He mentions the hastening of the Lord's work and our privilege to participate in it.

This is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We are His covenant people.

The Lord declared that He would hasten His work in its time, and He is doing so at an ever-increasing pace. We are privileged to participate in His holy work.

What does it mean to be the Lord's covenant people?
How is the Lord hastening His work according to President Nelson?
How can you better fulfill your role as a covenant person of the Lord?
What can you do to participate more fully in the Lord's work?

Navigating Through Challenging Times

President Nelson acknowledges the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and appreciates the members for following counsel and advice from medical experts and government officials. He assures that the format of the conference is directed by the Lord and is a result of earnest prayer and spiritual preparation.

We are still dealing with the ravages of COVID-19 and its variants. We thank you for following our counsel and the advice of medical experts and government officials in your own communities.

Every message—then and now—is the result of earnest prayer and much spiritual preparation.

What does President Nelson say about the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic?
How is the format of the conference directed by the Lord?
How can you better follow the counsel and advice given during these challenging times?
What can you do to prepare spiritually for the messages of the conference?