Study Guide for "The Answer Is Jesus"

In his talk "The Answer Is Jesus", Elder Ryan K. Olsen, of the Seventy, emphasizes the centrality of Jesus Christ in our lives and our faith. He shares personal experiences and teachings from church leaders to illustrate how Jesus Christ is the answer to all our questions, doubts, and challenges. He also addresses the youth of the church, encouraging them to remember that Jesus Christ is always the answer, no matter how difficult or confusing the challenges they may face.

Before Reading

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

How does Elder Olsen illustrate the importance of Jesus Christ in our lives?
What experiences does Elder Olsen share to emphasize the Savior's role in our lives?
What message does Elder Olsen have for the youth of the church?
How does Elder Olsen describe the simplicity of the Savior's teachings?
What are some ways we can come to know Christ better?

Topics

Recognizing Jesus Christ as the Answer

Elder Olsen uses a personal experience with his nephew Nash to illustrate that Jesus Christ is the answer to all our questions, no matter how simple or complex. He emphasizes that all solutions are found in Him.

The answer to the simplest questions and to the most complex problems is always the same. The answer is Jesus Christ. Every solution is found in Him.

Nash reminded me that day of this simple and yet profound teaching.

What does Elder Olsen mean when he says that Jesus Christ is the answer to all our questions?
How does the story of Nash illustrate this principle?
How can you apply the principle that Jesus Christ is the answer to your own life?
Can you recall a time when you found a solution in Jesus Christ?

The Importance of Knowing, Remembering, and Serving Christ

Elder Olsen shares a lesson he learned as a missionary, emphasizing the importance of knowing, remembering, and serving Christ. He suggests that these principles are key to being a better disciple of Christ.

We must know Christ better than we know him; we must remember him more often than we remember him; we must serve him more valiantly than we serve him.

This was the answer: to know Christ, to remember Him, and to serve Him.

What is the significance of knowing, remembering, and serving Christ according to Elder Olsen?
How can knowing, remembering, and serving Christ make us better disciples?
How can you strive to know Christ better in your daily life?
What are some ways you can remember and serve Him more valiantly?

The Savior's Simplicity and the Adversary's Confusion

Elder Olsen contrasts the simplicity of the Savior's teachings with the confusion caused by the adversary. He emphasizes that while the adversary tries to make things seem complex, the Savior communicates in a simple and plain manner.

The Savior is the Master of simplicity.

The adversary is clever. For millennia he has been making good look evil and evil look good. His messages tend to be loud, bold, and boastful. However, messages from our Heavenly Father are strikingly different. He communicates simply, quietly, and with such stunning plainness that we cannot misunderstand Him.

How does Elder Olsen contrast the Savior's simplicity with the adversary's confusion?
Why is it important to recognize the simplicity in the Savior's teachings?
How can you apply the principle of the Savior's simplicity in your life?
Can you recall a time when the simplicity of the Savior's teachings helped you overcome confusion or doubt?

The Urgent Need for the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Elder Olsen underscores the urgency of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ in today's world. He encourages those who choose to serve to remember that it's not about them, but about the Savior.

The gospel of Jesus Christ has never been needed more than it is today. This underscores the urgent need for us to follow the Lord’s instruction to His disciples to ‘go into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.’

Serving is not about you; it is about the Savior.

Why does Elder Olsen emphasize the urgency of sharing the gospel?
What does Elder Olsen mean when he says that serving is not about us, but about the Savior?
How can you contribute to sharing the gospel in your own life?
What can you do to remember that serving is about the Savior, not about you?

Belonging in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Elder Olsen emphasizes that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is where we belong. He encourages us to follow the teachings of President Nelson, which will lead us closer to the Savior.

This is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and this is where we belong. Everything that President Nelson lovingly encourages us to do will lead us closer to the Savior.

What does Elder Olsen mean when he says that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is where we belong?
How can following President Nelson's teachings lead us closer to the Savior?
How do you feel about belonging to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
What teachings of President Nelson can you follow to draw closer to the Savior?