Heartfelt Helping | Elder John H. Groberg

Elder John H. Groberg
Emeritus General Authority Seventy
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Elder John H. Groberg highlights the principle of "heartfelt helping," urging students to emulate Christ's example of sincere, selfless service. Sharing personal stories from his missionary work in Tonga, he illustrates the profound joy and impact of compassionate acts. Elder Groberg concludes by encouraging everyone to commit to more genuine service and follow the teachings of Jesus Christ and current prophets, promising that such acts bring lasting joy.

"I testify that when we sincerely want to help with all of our heart, there is a power that descends from heaven that transcends fatigue and fear and allows us to do things we could not otherwise do.” –Elder John H. Groberg

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Elder John H. Groberg, originally from Idaho Falls, Idaho, is renowned for his impactful missionary service in Tonga. His experiences there have become legendary. Upon returning from his mission he married Jean Sabin, and together they raised 11 children. Elder Groberg's dedication extended through roles as a bishop, mission president, and a member of the First Quorum of Seventy for 30 years, including serving as President of the Idaho Falls Temple. His books, including “In the Eye of the Storm” and “The Fire of Faith”, detail his Tongan mission experiences and inspired Disney films. Elder Groberg is deeply committed to his testimony of Jesus Christ and the importance of missionary work, valuing the effort to build and strengthen the Kingdom of God.

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[nefertariariki]

What a stunningly gorgeous, vibrant Tongan lei! Those color combinations are reminiscent of the celestial beauty of the sunrise/sunset I have witnessed in the lovely Tonga Islands; last remaining kingdom of Polynesia.
Bless the hands that crafted this stunning lei👌👍🙏

[MikeHavemann-gx]

Elder Groberg was my Bishop and my parents home teacher in Idaho Falls when I was a teenager.

[douglasscolbert]

What a wonderful man and what a wonderful talk. Elder Groberg helped and counseled me in Hawai'i prior to my mission in Japan. I am truly grateful for him and for the many others like him who serve in this Church.

[greentree_]

1:14 He is the second Church authority to say the second coming is “imminent”.

[terrencengametua]

When I was serving my mission in Bountiful, I was able to visit him in his home. Such a great man.

[ElainePetelo]

Wow love this talk remembering my parents when our family was getting taught by missionaries. They hesitated due to the word of wisdom… then our mother fully joined as us children were already. Now our joy is full of love for his gospel the true church on earth. Thank you for the uplifting I feel great and joy hearing listening to your beautiful uplifting talk. Thank you brother thank you💝💝💝💝💝🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[asinatefotu]

Beautiful Lei n a Beautiful Message for the Polynesian People.

[AliceHanson-ty]

I have a special love for the peoples of the islands of the seas. ❤. Thank you Elder Groberg.

[ShakTivity]

Joel 2 28 ❤

“28 And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions”

[carolynmassengale]

What a beautiful talk. So inspiring to me. Thank you Elder Groberg ❤❤

[asinatefotu]

Malo Elder Kolipoki ofa atu kia koe moe famili.

[ryansmith]

I love and appreciate this message. Thank you for helping me to see that I can be more like Jesus by helping with a sincere heart. ❤ Thank you, Elder Groberg.

[carolswarbrick]

I really love missionary work, always will... lve learned so much from his life and teachings to use the Lord's beautiful spirit. 🇬🇧 25:36

[cortneyholmes]

Life changing! THANKYOU Elder Groberg ❤

[truth]

Super inspiring Talk! I felt Tongans Spirits inside the CAC

[carolswarbrick]

I'd no idea he was still alive...how terrific...lots of love to him...🇬🇧 1:01

[klhwalker]

1:20 - his second coming which is imminent 😮

[destinyvids]

President Nelson going "Don't spill the beans on the second coming! It is imminent, but we don't tell people that. You are going to make the comment section blow up saying stuff like that."