Classic BYU Speeches
BYU Speeches
Stuck in a spiritual rut? Listen to this weekly podcast from BYU Speeches to hear tried-and-true messages from decades past. Find old favorites and discover hidden gems from the BYU Speeches archive with these well-loved talks from apostles, prophets, professors, and professionals. These messages of faith, hope, and other holy principles are sure to lift and inspire you.
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Jan 28, 2026 • 27min
The Commanding Image of Christ | Truman G. Madsen | November 1965
Christ descended below all; His light reaches all. In doubt, sin, or despair, His intelligence lifts us as we repent and seek Him. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 21, 2026 • 30min
“Out of Small Things Proceedeth That Which Is Great” | Cheryl Brown | May 1993
Contrary to how most of the world works, the Lord manages to turn seemingly insignificant and small things into great miracles. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 14, 2026 • 36min
The Inconvenient Messiah | Jeffrey R. and Patricia T. Holland | February 1982
Christ overcame temptation for appetite, glory, and wealth. His way was inconvenient, and ours will be too if we truly follow Him. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 7, 2026 • 29min
“For When I Am Weak, Then Am I Strong” | Gérald Caussé | December 2013
As you build on strengths and weaknesses, make sure to recognize limitations, remain faithful to covenants, and trust the Lord. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 31, 2025 • 27min
The Qualities Needed for Greatness | Belle S. Spafford | March 1969
True greatness comes through character, sacrifice, service, and Christlike living—not worldly power, wealth, or recognition. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 24, 2025 • 37min
Lift Up Thine Eyes: Miracles Large and Small | Rex E. and Janet G. Lee | December 1995
If we pay attention, there are miracles all around us—large and small, in the world and in our lives. The greatest miracles happen in our heart. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 17, 2025 • 31min
Who Shall Declare His Generation? | Bruce R. McConkie | December 1975
Elder McConkie offers his testimony of Christ's divine parentage. We, too, can testify of his identity as the Son of God; we can “declare his generation.” Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 10, 2025 • 29min
“That They Might Have Joy” | David A. Bednar | December 2018
Elder David A. Bednar reminds us that if we turn to Jesus Christ’s teachings, we can find peace. They were given “that we might have joy.” Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 3, 2025 • 50min
The Atonement and Our Part in It | A. Theodore Tuttle | December 1983
Elder A. Theodore Tuttle discusses the Atonement and our part in it. We must take important steps to fully access the Savior's Atonement. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 26, 2025 • 36min
Learning to Live Simply | Matthew Cowley | June 1953
Learn to live the simple life through faith, repentance, covenants, and giving. Find true happiness in the simple principles of the gospel. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
