General Conference Applied "In Support of the Rising Generation"
8/29/2024: Brother Michael T. Nelson, April 2024 General Conference, "In Support of the Rising Generation".
Mitch identified the following invitations and shared ideas for taking action:
1. "Helaman loved these young men like sons and saw their potential. Elder Dale G. Renlund taught that 'to effectively serve others we must see them … through Heavenly Father’s eyes. Only then can we begin to comprehend the true worth of a soul. Only then can we sense the love that Heavenly Father has for all … His children.' Bishops today are blessed with discernment to see the divine identity of the youth in their care.
"Helaman 'numbered' the young men in his care. He prioritized building strong relationships with them."
2. "The needed guidance for leaders and parents is found in the Gospel Library and the Gospel Living apps. In these inspired resources, we can find the scriptures, teachings of modern prophets, and the General Handbook. The Youth tab in the Gospel Library has many resources for quorum and class presidencies and has For the Strength of Youth: A Guide for Making Choices. As all members of the ward study these inspired sources and seek guidance from the Spirit, everyone will be directed by the Lord in strengthening the youth.
"The entire ward will be blessed and strengthened as members focus on the rising generation."
3. "The youth will learn the pattern of revelation as they participate with us in the process of seeking and acting upon promptings to serve others. ...
"We express our confidence in the youth by offering support and direction without taking over. As we step back and allow the youth to learn through counseling together, choosing an inspired course, and putting their plan into action, they will experience true joy and growth."
4. "We can be powerful examples to the youth of how disciples of Christ live today. Faithful parents are praying for these examples in the lives of their children. No program can replace the influence of loving, covenant-keeping adults.
"As the president of the priests quorum, the bishop can set an example for the youth of how to be a loyal husband and a loving father through protecting, providing, and presiding in righteous ways. Bishops, with a 'laser-like focus on [the] youth,' will have an influence that will last for generations."
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