Study Guide for "A Mighty Change of Heart: “I Have Nothing More to Give You”"

In this talk, Elder Eduardo Gavarret uses the story of a shipwreck, a personal experience, and scriptural teachings to discuss the concept of a "mighty change of heart". He explores how this change can be obtained, recognized, maintained, and its benefits. Elder Gavarret emphasizes the importance of submitting our will to the Lord, keeping His commandments, and the role of faith, repentance, and constant spiritual work in this process.

Before Reading

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

What does Elder Gavarret mean by a "mighty change of heart"?
How does Elder Gavarret suggest we can obtain a mighty change of heart?
What are the signs that our heart is changing according to Elder Gavarret?
How can we maintain the mighty change of heart?
What are the benefits of having a mighty change of heart?

Topics

Understanding a Mighty Change of Heart

Elder Gavarret introduces the concept of a "mighty change of heart" through a shipwreck story and a personal experience. He connects it to the scriptural teachings about offering a broken heart and a contrite spirit to the Lord and having a disposition to do good continually.

“I have nothing more to give you”—a phrase and a ring with the design of a hand holding a heart, an expression of love from a wife to her husband.

“Lord, I give You everything; I have nothing more to give You.”

What does the phrase "I have nothing more to give you" symbolize in the context of this talk?
How does Elder Gavarret relate the shipwreck story to the concept of a mighty change of heart?
How can you apply the principle of offering a broken heart and a contrite spirit in your life?
Can you recall a time when you felt a mighty change in your heart? How did it impact your actions and decisions?

Obtaining a Mighty Change of Heart

Elder Gavarret outlines the process of obtaining a mighty change of heart. It involves studying the scriptures, cultivating desire through prayer and fasting, and making a covenant to surrender our hearts to Him.

How do we obtain that mighty change of heart? It is initiated and eventually occurs when we study the scriptures to obtain the knowledge that will strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ, which will create a desire to change; when we cultivate that desire through prayer and fasting; when we act, according to the word studied or received, and we make a covenant to surrender our hearts to Him, just as with King Benjamin’s people.

What are the steps Elder Gavarret suggests for obtaining a mighty change of heart?
How does studying the scriptures contribute to a mighty change of heart?
How can you implement these steps in your life to obtain a mighty change of heart?
What changes can you make in your scripture study to strengthen your faith in Jesus Christ?

Recognizing a Mighty Change of Heart

Elder Gavarret discusses how one can recognize a mighty change of heart. Signs include wanting to please God, treating others with love and respect, developing Christlike attributes, feeling the guidance of the Holy Spirit more constantly, and keeping difficult commandments.

How do we know that our heart is changing? When we want to please God in all things. When we treat others with love, respect, and consideration. When we see that the attributes of Christ are becoming part of our character. When we feel the guidance of the Holy Spirit more constantly. When we keep a commandment that has been difficult for us to obey and then continue to live it.

What are the signs of a changing heart as described by Elder Gavarret?
How does keeping difficult commandments indicate a change of heart?
How have you seen these signs of a changing heart in your life?
What Christlike attributes are you working on developing in your character?

Maintaining a Mighty Change of Heart

Elder Gavarret provides guidance on how to maintain a mighty change of heart. This includes partaking of the sacrament weekly, turning lives toward the temple, and loving and serving our neighbors. He emphasizes that this change is not an event but a process that requires faith, repentance, and constant spiritual work.

How do we maintain the mighty change? When we partake of the sacrament weekly and renew the covenant to take upon us the name of Christ, always remember Him, and keep His commandments. When we turn our lives toward the temple. Regular temple attendance will help us maintain a new and renewed heart as we participate in the ordinances. When we love and serve our neighbors by ministering activities and missionary work.

What practices does Elder Gavarret suggest to maintain a mighty change of heart?
Why is regular temple attendance important in maintaining a changed heart?
How can you improve your sacrament and temple worship to maintain a mighty change of heart?
What ministering activities can you engage in to love and serve your neighbors?

Benefits of a Mighty Change of Heart

Elder Gavarret concludes by sharing the benefits of a mighty change of heart, which includes feelings of freedom, trust, and peace. He emphasizes that this change has a positive effect on us and the people around us, leading to the resolution of conflicts and abounding in good works.

This mighty change of heart brings us a feeling of freedom, trust, and peace.

This change of heart is not an event; it takes faith, repentance, and constant spiritual work to happen.

What are the benefits of a mighty change of heart as described by Elder Gavarret?
How does a mighty change of heart affect the people around us?
How have you experienced the benefits of a mighty change of heart in your life?
How can you use your experience of a mighty change of heart to positively influence those around you?