Talk Preparation Guide for "The Name by Which Ye Are Called"

In his General Conference address, Elder B. Corey Cuvelier explores the profound significance of the names by which we are called, focusing on our identities as children of God, children of the covenant, and disciples of Jesus Christ. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural insights, Elder Cuvelier emphasizes the eternal importance of taking upon ourselves the name of Christ and living as His disciples in our daily lives.

Topics

Embrace Your True Identity

Elder Cuvelier underscores the importance of understanding our true identity as children of God, children of the covenant, and disciples of Jesus Christ. He warns against relying on worldly titles that ultimately fall short.

If the Lord were speaking to us directly, the first thing He would make sure we understand is our true identity: we are children of God, children of the covenant, and disciples of Jesus Christ.

Key Points:

Our true identity is not defined by worldly titles.
Understanding our identity as children of God is crucial.

Experiences:

Reflect on a time when understanding your identity as a child of God helped you overcome a challenge.
Share an experience where worldly titles felt insufficient compared to your divine identity.

Take Upon You the Name of Christ

Elder Cuvelier explains the significance of taking upon ourselves the name of Christ, which involves making and keeping covenants, and standing as witnesses of God.

There is no other name given whereby salvation cometh; therefore, I would that ye should take upon you the name of Christ.

Key Points:

Taking upon us the name of Christ involves making and keeping covenants.
Being called by the name of Christ means standing as a witness of God.

Experiences:

Consider a moment when you felt strengthened by your covenants.
How have you stood as a witness of God in your community?

Live as Disciples of Christ

Living as disciples of Christ means prioritizing discipleship, serving others, and following prophetic counsel in a world full of distractions.

This is a station to which no man ever arrived in a moment.

Key Points:

Discipleship is a lifelong pursuit, built line upon line.
Following prophetic counsel is crucial in prioritizing discipleship.

Experiences:

Share a story of how you have prioritized discipleship in your life.
Discuss a time when following prophetic counsel helped you stay focused on your discipleship.

Serve and Love Others

Elder Cuvelier highlights the importance of serving others and being a light to those around us, following Christ's example of love and service.

Perhaps the greatest sermons are the ones we never hear but those we see in the quiet, unassuming actions and deeds.

Key Points:

Service and love are central to living as a disciple of Christ.
Christ's example teaches us to bless the whole human race.

Experiences:

Recall a time when you felt joy in serving someone in need.
How has someone else's service impacted your life?

Recognize the Impact of Quiet Discipleship

Through the story of his great-grandfather, Elder Cuvelier illustrates how the quiet, faithful acts of discipleship can have lasting impacts across generations.

The seed planted by the branch president has produced countless fruit.

Key Points:

Quiet acts of discipleship can influence generations.
Our actions can plant seeds of faith in others.

Experiences:

Think of someone whose quiet discipleship has influenced you.
How have you seen small acts of faith lead to significant outcomes?