BYU Speeches “The Condescension of God” | D. Todd Christofferson | December 2025
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Dec 3, 2025 D. Todd Christofferson, a leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, explores the deep meaning of Jesus' condescension as an act of love. He shares Jesus' humble beginnings, emphasizing His empathy through suffering and temptations. The talk stresses the importance of enduring to the end and living a life aligned with Christ's teachings. Christofferson also highlights the connection between Christ's birth and Atonement, urging listeners to follow Him daily as they progress on their spiritual journeys.
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Opening Praise For BYU Community
- Christofferson opens with personal appreciation for BYU's spiritual momentum, music program, and leadership efforts.
- He recalls fondly being a student and expresses love for President and Sister Reese and the university community.
Meaning Of Divine Condescension
- Christofferson explains 'condescension' as God voluntarily descending from a higher to a lower state to live among us.
- The Savior laid aside divine glory to be born a helpless babe and experience human life firsthand.
Jesus Fully Shared Our Mortal Experience
- Christofferson emphasizes that Jesus experienced mortality fully, learning and suffering as we do, though without sin.
- Because He