Classic BYU Speeches

The Three Pillars of Eternity | Bruce R. McConkie | February 1981

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Mar 12, 2025
Bruce R. McConkie, a prominent member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, delves into the interconnectedness of Creation, the Fall, and the Atonement. He emphasizes how these pivotal events form the foundation of salvation and define humanity's spiritual journey. McConkie highlights the transformative power of Christ's Atonement and its infinite implications for all creation. Furthermore, he clarifies the divine roles of figures like Jehovah and Michael, shedding light on their significance in fulfilling God's eternal plan for humanity.
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Three Pillars of Eternity

  • The creation, the fall, and the atonement are the three pillars of eternity.
  • Without any one of them, salvation is impossible and God's plan would fail.
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Fall and Atonement

  • The fall and atonement are inseparably linked.
  • The atonement ransoms humanity from the temporal and spiritual death brought by the fall.
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Creation and Fall

  • The fall stems from the creation.
  • Created things must exist in a higher state before falling to a lower one.
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