Our Constant Companion
Henry B. Eyring, Second Counselor in the First Presidency
President Eyring testifies of the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost and encourages his descendants to seek it in their lives.
Open talk in Gospel LibraryContents
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Recognizing the Constant Influence of the Holy Ghost
President Eyring emphasizes the importance of recognizing the influence of the Holy Ghost in our lives. He shares personal experiences and testimonies about how the Holy Ghost has guided him.
As we pray and then heed the Spirit’s promptings, we gain greater insights and blessings to guide us through the increasingly difficult days ahead.
I have felt impressed to speak today of my personal experience of inviting the Holy Ghost, as nearly as I could, to be my constant companion.Key Points:
- The Holy Ghost provides guidance and blessings.
- We can invite the Holy Ghost to be our constant companion.
- Can you recall a time when you felt the Holy Ghost guiding you in a decision or action?
- How has the Holy Ghost been a constant companion in your life?
- What personal experiences can you share about recognizing the influence of the Holy Ghost?
Learning from Scriptural Examples
President Eyring draws lessons from the experiences of Nephi and Lehi, illustrating how they were guided by the Holy Ghost in their difficult tasks.
Helaman’s sons were taught and guided by a series of experiences with the Holy Ghost.
I have been encouraged by knowing that Nephi was guided by the Spirit minute by minute through the night on the Lord’s errand.Key Points:
- Scriptural examples demonstrate the guidance of the Holy Ghost.
- Nephi and Lehi were guided by the Holy Ghost in their tasks.
- Can you share an experience where you've been guided in a similar way as Nephi or Lehi?
- How have scriptural examples of the Holy Ghost's guidance inspired you in your life?
- What lessons have you learned from the experiences of Nephi and Lehi?
Repenting and Partaking of the Sacrament
President Eyring discusses the importance of repentance and partaking of the sacrament in maintaining the companionship of the Holy Ghost. He emphasizes the promise that we may always have His Spirit to be with us.
It is important to remember the sure promise we receive each week as we repent and partake of the sacrament: "That they may always have his Spirit to be with them."
If you find yourself having difficulty in feeling the Holy Ghost, you might ponder whether there is anything for which you might repent and receive forgiveness.Key Points:
- Repentance and partaking of the sacrament are crucial in having the Holy Ghost's companionship.
- We receive the promise of always having His Spirit with us.
- Can you share a time when repentance allowed you to feel the Holy Ghost more strongly?
- How has partaking of the sacrament helped you maintain the companionship of the Holy Ghost?
- Can you share a personal experience of receiving the promise of always having His Spirit with you?
Aligning Our Will with the Savior's
President Eyring stresses the importance of aligning our will with the Savior's to receive the companionship of the Holy Ghost. He suggests that our prayers should reflect our desire for the Savior's will to be done.
If you want to receive the companionship of the Holy Ghost, you must want it for the right reasons. Your purposes must be the Lord’s purposes.
The key for me and for you is to want what the Savior wants. Our motives need to be driven by the pure love of Christ. Our prayers need to be "All I want is what you want. Thy will be done."Key Points:
- Our will should align with the Savior's to receive the Holy Ghost's companionship.
- Our motives should be driven by the pure love of Christ.
- Can you share an experience of aligning your will with the Savior's?
- How has wanting what the Savior wants affected your ability to receive the Holy Ghost's companionship?
- Can you share a time when your prayers reflected a desire for the Savior's will to be done?
Receiving Personal Revelation
President Eyring talks about the role of the Holy Ghost in providing personal revelation. He shares a story about how home teachers were inspired by the Spirit to help a young woman, illustrating the power of personal revelation.
The Holy Ghost is being sent to the faithful covenant members of the Church of Jesus Christ. Now, your experiences will be unique, and the Spirit will guide in the way best suited to your faith and capacity to receive revelation for you and for those you love and serve.
I pray with all my heart that your confidence will grow.Key Points:
- The Holy Ghost provides personal revelation.
- The Spirit guides us in ways best suited to our faith and capacity to receive revelation.
- Can you share an experience of receiving personal revelation through the Holy Ghost?
- How has the Holy Ghost guided you in ways best suited to your faith and capacity?
- Can you share an experience where the Holy Ghost helped you serve others?
