The power of procreation is spiritually significant. Misuse of this power subverts the purposes of the Father's plan and of our mortal existence. Our Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son are creators and have entrusted each of us with a portion of Their creative power. David A. Bednar belovedcreativecreator share on social
Prayer is a privilege and the soul's sincere desire. We can move beyond routine and 'checklist' prayers and engage in meaningful prayer as we appropriately ask in faith and act, as we patiently persevere through the trial of our faith, and as we humbly acknowledge and accept 'not my will, but Thine, be done.' David A. Bednar acceptacknowledgeact share on social
Just as the unique characteristics of both males and females contribute to the completeness of a marriage relationship, so those same characteristics are vital to the rearing, nurturing, and teaching of children. David A. Bednar characteristicchildcompleteness share on social
The Savior is the perfect example of praying for others with real intent. In His great Intercessory Prayer uttered on the night before His Crucifixion, Jesus prayed for His Apostles and all of the Saints. David A. Bednar apostlecrucifixiongreat share on social
The object of our prayers should not be to present a wish list or a series of requests but to secure for ourselves and for others blessings that God is eager to bestow, according to His will and timing. David A. Bednar bestowblessingeager share on social
The spirit of revelation is available to every person who receives by proper priesthood authority the saving ordinances of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins and the laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost - and who is acting in faith to fulfill the priesthood injunction to 'receive the Holy Ghost.' David A. Bednar actauthoritybaptism share on social
The Book of Mormon is our handbook of instructions as we travel the pathway from bad to good to better and strive to have our hearts changed. David A. Bednar badbookchange Change image and share on social
Interestingly, simple and ordinary experiences often provide the most important learning opportunities we ever have. David A. Bednar experienceimportantinterestingly Change image and share on social
True faith is focused in and on the Lord Jesus Christ and always leads to action. David A. Bednar actionchristfaith Change image and share on social
The most meaningful and spiritual prayers I have experienced contained many expressions of thanks and few, if any, requests. David A. Bednar containexperienceexpression Change image and share on social