In our rapidly changing world, our need for spiritual guidance has never been greater. As we seek to discern truth amidst the clamor of dissenting voiced in order to worship, minister, and lead our families effectively, we rely on the Spirit’s help every day.“The roles of both the mind and the heart in personal revelation are crucial,” writes Elder David A. Bednar, “and no simple formulas or recommended action steps can guide us through this rigorous spiritual process. Indeed, this...

Amid today’s whirlwinds of opposition and adversity, how can we avoid feeling discouraged, remain firm in our commitment to be devoted disciples of the Savior, and stay on the covenant path? The answer is simple yet profound. To face the future with faith, hope, and power, our lives need to be anchored to the “rock of our Redeemer” (Helaman 5:12). To help Latter-day Saints understand how to anchor their spiritual foundations to the rock of Jesus Christ, Elder David A. Bednar focuses on thr...

En nuestro mundo, que cambia tan rápidamente, nunca hemos necesitado tanto la guía espiritual. Al procurar discernir la verdad entre el clamor de las voces discordantes, a fin de adorar, ministrar y guiar a nuestras familias con eficacia, nos encomendamos a la ayuda del Espíritu todos los días. «La función de la mente y del corazón en la revelación personal es crucial», escribe el élder Bednar, «y no hay fórmulas sencillas ni pasos recomendados para actuar que puedan guiarnos a lo largo de...

The Lord tells us that “the worth of souls is great” in His sight (Doctrine and Covenants 18:10). But how can we know that is true? How can we gain a greater sense of the worth of every soul—including our own?In his latest book, Elder David A. Bednar offers a compelling look at a pattern the Lord uses to bless His people: He works with us on an individual basis, one by one. Demonstrating that pattern as it occurs throughout the scriptures, in the lives of many Church leade...

“The overarching purpose of Heavenly Father’s great plan of happiness is to provide His spirit children with opportunities to learn,” writes Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. But how can we best learn the things we need to know and do? Elder Bednar emphasizes concepts, patterns, and processes that invite each of us to act and learn fundamental truths for ourselves. Declaring that answers to our questions always are found in the doctrines and principles of the rest...

¿Qué hacemos con las verdades que conocemos? El conocimiento es importante, pero solo es una parte de la ecuación en nuestro desarrollo espiritual. Nuestra felicidad en la vida terrenal y nuestro progreso a lo largo de la eternidad dependen de que aprendamos a «obrar en doctrina», es decir, vivir como sabemos que deberíamos vivir. En Obrar en doctrina, el élder David A. Bednar nos presenta ideas clave para ayudarnos a cerrar la brecha entre lo que sabemos y el modo en que obramos. «El prim...

Entre los torbellinos de oposición y adversidad de hoy en día, ¿cómo podemos evitar el desánimo, seguir firmes en nuestro compromiso de ser discípulos devotos del Salvador y permanecer en la senda de los convenios?La respuesta es sencilla, pero profunda. A fin de afrontar el futuro con fe, esperanza y poder, nuestra vida debe estar anclada a la “roca de nuestro Redentor” (Helamán 5:12).Para ayudar a los Santos de los Últimos Días a entender cómo pueden anclar su fundamento ...

The titles included in this bundle:Increase in Learning - Elder Bednar emphasizes concepts, patterns, and processes that invite each of us to act and learn fundamental truths for ourselves. Declaring that answers to our questions always are found in the doctrines and principles of the restored gospel, he provides a framework in this book for learning those doctrines and understanding with our hearts.Act in Doctrine - In

During the Christmas season we are surrounded by lights—on trees, in and on our homes, all around us. In this Christmas message, Elder David A. Bednar invites us to remember He who is the source of all light by visualizing ourselves as participants in the Nephite Christmas story. This account of the first Christmas “helps us to learn and more fully understand that Jesus Christ is the ‘Light which shineth in darkness,’...dispels fear, provides assurance and direction, and engenders enduring...

In a recent general conference address, Elder David A. Bednar described lessons we can learn about spiritual complacency and strength by observing how cheetahs hunt. The Parable of the Cheetahs and The Parable of the Crocodiles combines this allegory with President Boyd K. Packer's beloved parable about spiritual crocodiles, giving readers the chance to ponder these teachings and learn how to recognize the adversary's plan of attack in their own lives. Using the examples ...

David Blaine is one of the world's premiere magicians and escape artists. He has survived being buried alive for an entire week, being frozen in a block of ice for 63 hours, and being submerged for seven days and seven nights. David has also dazzled both live and television audiences with his card tricks and other feats of prestidigitation, while also using his fame and his talents to give back to those in need. Things haven't always been easy for this biracial achiever, though. The son of...

The categorisation of analytical projects could help to simplify complexity reasonably and, at the same time, clarify the critical aspects of analytical initiatives. But how can this complex work be categorized? What makes it so complex?Data Analytics Initiatives: Managing Analytics for Success emphasizes that each analytics project is different. At the same time, analytics projects have many common aspects, and these features make them unique compared to other projects. Describing...