Foreordained to Serve

Understanding Our Divine Foreordination

Elder Bangerter discusses the concept of foreordination, the blessings and responsibilities God appointed to us in our pre-mortal life. He emphasizes that our foreordination does not guarantee certain callings or responsibilities in this life, but rather provides opportunities based on our righteous use of agency.

Before you were born, God appointed each of you to fulfill specific missions during your mortal life upon the earth.

These blessings and opportunities come in this life as a result of your righteous exercise of agency, just as your foreordination in your premortal life came as a result of righteousness.

• Foreordination is a blessing from God, outlining our potential roles and responsibilities.
• Our righteous use of agency in this life allows us to fulfill our foreordained roles.

• When have you felt that you were fulfilling a role or responsibility that was foreordained for you?
• How has understanding your divine foreordination influenced your decisions and actions?
• Can you share an experience when you felt guided or inspired to fulfill a specific mission or calling?

Seeking Revelation about Our Foreordained Roles

Elder Bangerter encourages the youth to seek revelation about their foreordained roles, emphasizing the importance of private times of prayer and scripture study. He shares a personal experience with his father about the importance of protecting these private times.

Your participation in the ordinances and covenants of the gospel will be more meaningful. You will more fully bind yourself to God in the covenants you make with Him, and you will be lifted to have greater hope, faith, and assurance in the promises He has made to you.

Son, protect the private times of your life.

• Private times of prayer and scripture study are crucial for receiving revelation about our foreordained roles.
• Protecting these private times can serve as an anchor amid the storms of life.

• How have you sought revelation about your foreordained role?
• Can you share an experience when you received revelation during a private time of prayer or scripture study?
• How has protecting your private times helped you in your spiritual journey?

The Role of Youth in the Gathering of Israel

Elder Bangerter speaks to the youth about their crucial role in the gathering of Israel. He shares President Nelson's teachings about the importance of missionary service and the unique time in which the youth live.

You young men have been reserved for this time when the promised gathering of Israel is taking place.

For you young and able sisters, a mission is also a powerful, but optional, opportunity.

• The youth have been reserved for this time to participate in the gathering of Israel.
• Missionary service is a crucial part of this work, especially for young men.

• How do you feel about your role in the gathering of Israel?
• Can you share experiences from your missionary service or other forms of participation in the gathering of Israel?
• How has understanding your role in this great work influenced your decisions and actions?

Understanding Our Divine Identity

Elder Bangerter emphasizes the importance of understanding our divine identity as spirit children of God. He shares President Nelson's teachings about our divine potential and the importance of seeking God's guidance in understanding our identity and purpose.

I believe that if the Lord were speaking to you directly, the first thing He would make sure you understand is your true identity. My dear friends, you are literally spirit children of God.

Knowing who you are begins with understanding God’s foreordained blessings bestowed upon you before you were ever born on this earth.

• Understanding our divine identity is crucial for our spiritual growth.
• Seeking God's guidance can help us understand our divine identity and purpose.

• How has understanding your divine identity influenced your life?
• Can you share an experience when you felt a deeper understanding of your divine identity?
• How has this understanding helped you in your decisions and actions?

The Power of the Savior's Atonement

Elder Bangerter testifies of the power of the Savior's atoning sacrifice, which enables us to live up to and enjoy all of God's foreordained blessings. He emphasizes the healing and strengthening power of the Savior's love and atonement.

I bear witness to the reality and power of our Savior’s atoning sacrifice that makes it possible to live up to and enjoy all of God’s foreordained blessings.

• The Savior's atoning sacrifice enables us to fulfill our foreordained roles and enjoy God's blessings.
• The Savior's love and atonement provide healing and strength amid the challenges of life.

• How has the Savior's atonement helped you in fulfilling your foreordained roles?
• Can you share an experience when you felt the healing and strengthening power of the Savior's love and atonement?
• How has the Savior's atonement influenced your understanding of your divine identity and purpose?