General Conference Applied
Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg
Every six months, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gather to share messages in general conference. This podcast consists of an in-depth look at each of these messages. In particular, the hosts identify the invitations that were extended by the speakers, and then discuss ways that listeners can become "doers of the word" and take action on these invitations.
The hosts for this podcast are Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg, both of whom are active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The views expressed in this podcast are those of its creators.
The hosts for this podcast are Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg, both of whom are active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The views expressed in this podcast are those of its creators.
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Dec 29, 2024 • 32min
"'Behold I Am the Light Which Ye Shall Hold Up'"
12/29/2024: Elder Ronald A. Rasband, October 2024 General Conference, "'Behold I Am the Light Which Ye Shall Hold Up'".
Mitch identified the following invitation and shared how he will take action:
1. "Brothers and sisters, we need to do more lifting and less murmuring, more upholding the word of the Lord, His ways, and His prophet."
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Dec 26, 2024 • 24min
"The Triumph of Hope"
12/26/2024: Elder Neil L. Andersen, October 2024 General Conference, "The Triumph of Hope".
Mitch identified the following invitation and shared how he will take action:
1. "May we nurture our precious faith, pressing forward with a perfect brightness of hope."
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Dec 22, 2024 • 28min
"Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion"
12/22/2024: Elder D. Todd Christofferson, October 2024 General Conference, "Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion".
Mitch identified the following invitation and shared how he will take action:
1. "We might ask ourselves what we could do to follow this pattern, to 'lay down the weapons of [our] rebellion,' whatever they may be, and become so 'converted [to] the Lord' that the stain of sin and the desire for sin are taken from our hearts and we never will fall away."
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Dec 19, 2024 • 35min
"Sacred Scriptures—the Foundations of Faith"
12/19/2024: Elder Quentin L. Cook, October 2024 General Conference, "Sacred Scriptures—the Foundations of Faith".
Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how he will take action:
1. "Both long-term members and those newly studying the gospel need to be intentional about what they view."
2. "Immerse yourself regularly in the Book of Mormon, which will draw the Spirit into your life and help you discern truth from error. My counsel for those who have in any way deviated from the covenant path is to return to the sacred scriptures, prophetic guidance, religious observance in the home, and the music of faith."
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Dec 15, 2024 • 31min
"In the Space of Not Many Years"
12/15/2024: Elder David A. Bednar, October 2024 General Conference, "In the Space of Not Many Years".
Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how he will take action:
1. "Please remember that the Book of Mormon looks to the future and contains important principles, warnings, and lessons intended for me and you in the circumstances and challenges of our present day."
2. "At the individual level, each of us must 'beware of pride, lest [we] become as the Nephites of old.'"
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Dec 1, 2024 • 54min
November 2024 General Conference+
12/1/2024: Non-General Conference Applied: November 2024 Invitations Recap.Mitch identified many invitations, but he specifically mentioned the following invitations and shared ideas for taking action:1. [Elder Patrick Kearon] "As fellow children of our Heavenly Father, it would do us well to talk with and listen to the thoughts and ideas of those who don't agree with us. If we do this with an open heart, we'll be blessed to understand one another and become a force for peace."2. [Elder David A. Bednar] "To navigate the complex intersection of spirituality and technology, Latter-day Saints should humbly and prayerfully (1) identify gospel principles that can guide their use of artificial intelligence and (2) strive sincerely for the companionship of the Holy Ghost and the spiritual gift of revelation."3. [Elder Dale G. Renlund] "My invitation to you is that you willingly and wholeheartedly take upon you the name of Jesus Christ."4. [First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles] "We congratulate President-elect Donald Trump on his election as the 47th President of the United States of America. We invite all to pray for him, other elected officers, and leaders of nations around the world. Praying for those in public office is a long tradition in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints."Show notes for the episode are located hereTo access show notes for previous episodes, visit hereTo subscribe to Mitch's 'What? Eye. Read. Newsletter', utilize the subscribe field hereFollow Mitch on Facebook hereFollow Mitch on Instagram here
Nov 24, 2024 • 45min
"Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow"
11/24/2024: Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, October 2024 General Conference, "Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow".
Mitch identified the following invitations and shared ideas for taking action:
1. "If you want to nourish a tree, you don't splash water on the branches. You water the roots. Similarly, if you want the branches of your testimony to grow and bear fruit, nourish the roots. If you are uncertain about a particular doctrine or practice or element of Church history, seek clarity with faith in Jesus Christ. Seek to understand His sacrifice for you, His love for you, His will for you. Follow Him in humility. The branches of your testimony will draw strength from your deepening faith in Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son."
2. "We must ask ourselves: Is my testimony based on what I hope to happen in my life? Is it dependent on the actions or attitudes of others? Or is it firmly founded on Jesus Christ, 'rooted and built up in him,' regardless of life's changing circumstances?"
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Nov 21, 2024 • 58min
"'I Am He'"
11/21/2024: President Jeffrey R. Holland, October 2024 General Conference, "'I Am He'".
Mitch identified the following invitations and shared ideas for taking action:
1. "Down through history many have simplified, even trivialized our image of [Jesus Christ] and His witness of who He was. They have reduced His righteousness to mere prudishness, His justice to mere anger, His mercy to mere permissiveness. We must not be guilty of such simplistic versions of Him that conveniently ignore teachings we find uncomfortable."
2. "During His mortal mission, Jesus taught that there were two great commandments. … If we are to follow the Savior faithfully in these two crucial and inextricably linked rules, we ought to hold firmly to what He actually said."
3. "So, through abundance as well as poverty, through private acclaim as well as public criticism, through the divine elements of the Restoration as well as the human foibles that will inevitably be part of it, we stay the course with the true Church of Christ."
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Nov 10, 2024 • 43min
"Simple Is the Doctrine of Jesus Christ"
11/10/2024: President Henry B. Eyring, October 2024 General Conference, "Simple Is the Doctrine of Jesus Christ".
Mitch identified the following invitations and shared ideas for taking action:
1. "As we teach these principles to those we love, the Holy Ghost will help us to know the truth. Because we need the promptings of the Holy Ghost, we must avoid speculation or personal interpretation that goes beyond teaching true doctrine."
2. "We should seize every opportunity to share the teachings of Jesus Christ with children."
3. "Talk to God, … plead for His help for your loved one, and … thank Him not only for help but for the patience and gentleness that come from not receiving all you desire right away or perhaps ever."
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Nov 7, 2024 • 44min
October 2024 General Conference+
11/7/2024: Non-General Conference Applied: October 2024 Invitations Recap.Mitch identified many invitations, but he specifically mentioned the following invitations and shared ideas for taking action:1. [Elder David A. Bednar] "Fifteen years ago, I delivered an address in a worldwide devotional for young adults titled 'Things as They Really Are.' I discussed the blessings and challenges of technology in our lives. And much has changed in the digital world since that time. On Sunday, November 3, I will share an address titled 'Things as They Really Are—2.0' in another worldwide devotional. I invite you to prepare for this gathering by reading my original message and by preparing your heart and mind to be taught by the Holy Ghost about how to discern truth from error."2. [President Henry B. Eyring] "One way we can be united is by praying together."3. [President Russell M. Nelson] "We need to meet together. Our weekly worship meetings are an important opportunity for us to find strength, both individually and collectively. We partake of the sacrament, learn, pray, sing together, and support one another. Other gatherings also help foster a sense of belonging, friendship, and shared purpose."4. [President Russell M. Nelson] "Take to heart the lessons taught in 4 Nephi."5. [Elder Dale G. Renlund] "May faithful Latter-day Saints in the temple district act as a leaven to call down Thy blessings on all people in the San Pedro Sula area."Show notes for the episode are located hereTo access show notes for previous episodes, visit hereTo subscribe to Mitch's 'What? Eye. Read. Newsletter', utilize the subscribe field hereFollow Mitch on Facebook hereFollow Mitch on Instagram here
