“Consider the Wondrous Works of God” (Job 37:14) | David A. Bednar | January 2024
Jan 24, 2024
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David A. Bednar, Member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, explores the concept of work in God's plan and its relation to fulfilling responsibilities. He emphasizes the importance of work in spiritual growth and actively seeking God's blessings. Additionally, he shares a heartfelt testimony about God, Jesus Christ, and the Restoration of the Savior's gospel.
God's work is focused on the progress and exaltation of His children.
Faith requires righteous action and leads to increased spiritual capacity and power.
Deep dives
God's Work is Focused on the Progression and Exaltation of His Children
The podcast episode discusses the recurring use of the word 'work' in scripture and its relation to God's plan for His children. Examples from scripture emphasize that God's work is focused on the progression and exaltation of His children. This concept is highlighted in scriptures such as Isaiah's prophecy about the restoration of the Savior's gospel and the instruction given to keep God's commandments. The episode emphasizes the importance of our work as God's children, which is to love Him and keep His commandments.
Faith in the Savior is a Principle of Action and Power
The episode stresses the significance of work in spiritual growth and development. It explains that faith in the Savior is not only a principle of action but also of power. Faith requires righteous action and leads to increased spiritual capacity and power. Through faithful work and engagement in God's work, we become more dependent on Him and acknowledge our reliance on His grace and strength. Work enables us to manifest our faith, deepen our devotion to the Lord, and progress along the covenant path.
Work is Essential for Spiritual Progression
The episode highlights the essential role of work in our individual spiritual progression. It emphasizes that idleness, laziness, and procrastination hinder our faith and spiritual growth. God's plan of happiness requires us to actively and diligently engage in work. Work helps us develop our spiritual purpose, recognize God's hand in all things, and express gratitude for His blessings. Additionally, work enhances our capacity to receive divine assistance and acknowledges our limited mortal capacity, which necessitates reliance on the Lord's grace and strength.
Participating in God’s work helps us see that we are God’s wondrous works, His work is for us, and we are dependent on Him for strength. David A. Bednar, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on January 23, 2024. Access his talk here.