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Ensign College Devotionals

Q&A with Elder David A. Bednar

Feb 3, 2023
Elder David A. Bednar discusses the importance of change in the gospel and shares personal anecdotes. The transformative power of temple covenants and the connection it establishes with the divine is explored. Learn about the futility of trying to achieve balance in life and the importance of being fully present in the current moment. Reflect on the Savior's experience of fasting and being tempted by the devil and the importance of knowing one's identity as a child of God.
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Quick takeaways

  • Embrace change and the lessons that come with it in order to grow and improve in our mortal experience.
  • Living in revelation is a constant state, and we should consistently strive to be good, do good, and keep the commandments.

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Embracing Change and Overcoming the Natural Man

Elder Bednar highlights the importance of embracing change and not resisting it. He emphasizes that our mortal experience is meant for growth and improvement. We are blessed with spiritual gifts and are meant to continually progress. The natural man resists change, but as followers of Christ, we should learn to love change and the lessons that come with it.

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