Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion | D. Todd Christofferson | October 2024 General Conference

Lessons from Lamanite Conversion: Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion

In this conference address given by Elder D. Todd Christofferson, we explore the transformative journey of the Lamanites' conversion to the doctrine of Christ, as recorded in the Book of Mormon. Through the efforts of King Mosiah's sons and the Holy Spirit's intervention, thousands were converted and laid down their weapons of rebellion, both literally and figuratively. The script discusses the nature of rebellion, using examples of both active resistance, like the Antichrists, and the subtler passive rebellion. It highlights the importance of following divine examples, such as Christ's baptism, and the impact of loyalty to God over self-directed paths. Personalizations, such as the story of William W. Phelps, demonstrate repentance and returning to faith, while cautioning against prioritizing careers or physical appearance over spiritual commitments. Ultimately, the episode encourages viewers to reflect on their own lives, to bury their weapons of rebellion, and to foster loyalty and love for God.

00:00 The Mission of King Mosiah's Sons
01:02 Enduring Conversion of the Lamanites
01:18 Weapons of Rebellion: Literal and Figurative
02:39 Examples of Rebellion: Lucifer and Antichrists
03:46 William W. Phelps: A Story of Repentance
05:06 Passive Rebellion: Ignoring God's Will
06:02 Following Christ's Example
06:55 Neutral Things as Weapons of Rebellion
09:46 Caring for Our Physical Bodies
10:58 Burying Our Weapons of Rebellion
12:06 Concluding Thoughts and Final Blessing

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[jenniferleon-guerrero]

Thank you Elder Christofferson for your service and wise counsel ❤️

[steven]

I love the words of Elder Christofferson, he has given some wonderful talks, and I find his voice soothing.

[nuthintoprove]

What a blessing to have inspired leaders that preach revealed truths in Jesus's name!

[BULLION]

Great talk and so relevant to so many finding their way thru this world of temptation and constant rebellion and celebration of sin. Thank you and God bless