In the Space of Not Many Years | David A. Bednar | October 2024 General Conference

Elder David A. Bednar speaks at the 194th semiannual general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held on October 5-6, 2024.

If we are not faithful and obedient, we can transform the God-given blessing of prosperity into a prideful curse that diverts and distracts us.

[EMUdink]

I LOVE the leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints! I left the church 20 years ago because I was offended by things that had been said. My life after leaving was terribly dark. I had become an alcoholic and drug addict. In the space of “not many years” I was homeless and hopeless. God NEVER gave up trying to rescue me. I’ve recently been rebaptized and feel so much joy that only the gospel and God can provide. These men are in many senses just like us- they are not perfect…. However they are trying their best to follow the the only perfect person to walk the earth. So I feel most comfortable trying to follow their admonitions and my Savior, Jesus Christ.

[guardianangel]

I had to re-watch Elder Bednar's talk because the spirit of warning was VERY distinct.
I've really noticed the African saints OVERFLOWING with the Holy Spirit as the wards and branches grow. Their eyes show so much LOVE for Jesus Christ!
💜🙏🏼🫂
Yet I've seen so many members in America dropping like flies...😲
People here think that God's word is outdated, not applicable to them, and/or just plain offensive.
I'm far from perfect, but I know that I returned to church after almost 2 decades of inactivity. THAT mistake was definitely learned from, and I believe my testimony is stronger now than EVER!
It's not easy, but being away from the true gospel is way harder, and I'm grateful to have the truth in my life and Jesus Christ as my strength.
I fully sustain our first presidency and our 12 Apostles, and I say this in the name of Jesus Christ amen
🙏🏼🥰

[JamchildTV]

As a prideful person, I believe pride is actions as much as it is attitude, and that spending our extra money on luxury for ourselves rather than giving to those in need is prideful no matter where we think our hearts are. As Jesus said, where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

[KonstyLocura]

-Thinks of a handful of people who need to hear this message….

“A few moments later”

Wait a minute…I NEED THIS MESSAGE

Elder Bednar 🔥

What a Saturday!!

[latai]

“Allowing pride to enter into our hearts can cause us to mock that which is sacred”

[ann-mariejensen]

How can you not love a revival of that great President Benson talk on pride? I am thankful for living prophets, seers, and revelators. Sincere thanks to Elder Bednar.

[justinhayward]

This was a great talk. Loved it. President Benson had a huge influence on my life too as a new convert. Loved that Elder Bednar answers the very important question on where WE are in the Book of Mormon timeline.

[jzwillows]

He addresses us as "we" rather than "you, " incuding himself as those susceptible to pride (though I am confident he would not fall, I appreciate his humility).

[latai]

This talk cut deep. Thank you Elder Bednar. I needed to be reminded how dangerous and evil pride is.

[elizabethadams]

AMEN - For me personally, I have learned that when I am getting angry, frustrated, irritated, judgemental or any miriad of other negative feelings, that pride is at the core and I need a course correction. I need to immerse myself in the teachings and word of the Lord and find opportunity to serve until that spirit leaves me.

[tamrazinn]

Thank you, thank you. I want to overcome pride with all my heart and be faithful to the Lord.

[raulbarnett]

I met Elder Bednar back in Nov. 2008, back in Panama, he is a Great Apostle, Great Man and a Man of God, Never Froget what he said, "Never Say Great Talk, Just set the Example, DO IT", stood in me since then.

[geronimo]

Good reminder about the evil of pride. Thank you Elder Bednar.

[helenjohnson]

I’ve been waiting for this. We all so easily forget truth.

[tacticplanner]

One of the best talks ever. If you were waiting for it, this was it.

[jamesmoyle]

I’ve been working on eliminating pride since I re-studied it in the LDS 12 steps. I believe it will be necessary to continue to improve in the sober world. I also recently heard a talk you gave on addiction, & in particular you mentioned addiction to adrenaline which is also something I’m overcoming. Thank you for the wisdom you impart to the world! Your brother in Christ, James M.

[terrym]

Thank you. I have seen pride creeping into the lives of some church members I know. This is a good reminder to all of us to examine our lives.

[nosamkelendaba]

I love this talk....pride has never moved any person to the next level. Pride keeps you stuck in a deep dark hole. Pride makes you forget there is a God 😢 a prideful person knows nothing about humility.

[tarpz]

I will never forget this talk from my favorite Apostle, and I hear President Benson backing him up. Thank you Elder Bednar.

[behunin]

Thank you Elder Bednar. This message has been needed for some time now.