David A Bednar | Oct 25 Conference Recap #JesusChrist #HearHim #generalconference #Shorts

David A Bednar | They Are Their Own Judges | Oct 25 Conference Recap Elder David. A Bednar says: The Book of Mormon concludes with inspiring invitations from Moroni to “come unto Christ,” “be perfected in Him,” “deny [ourselves] of all ungodliness,” and “love God with all [our] might, mind and strength.” I am intrigued by Moroni’s use of the word “pleasing” to describe the Final Judgment. Often when we anticipate Judgment Day, other prophetic descriptions come to mind, such as “shame and awful guilt,” “dread and fear,” and “endless misery.” I believe this stark contrast in language indicates that the doctrine of Christ enabled Moroni and other prophets to anticipate that great day with eager and hopeful anticipation instead of the fear they warned of for those not spiritually prepared. What did Moroni understand that you and I need to learn? If our desires have been for righteousness and our works good—then the judgment bar will be pleasing. If our desires have been for evil and our works wicked, then the judgment bar will be a cause of dread. We will have “a perfect knowledge,” “a bright recollection,” and “a lively sense of [our] own guilt. Ultimately, then, we are our own judges. No one will need to tell us where to go. In the Lord’s presence, we will acknowledge what we have chosen to become in mortality and know for ourselves where we should be in eternity. I joyfully witness that Jesus Christ is our living Savior. Alma’s promise is true and applicable to you and me. #JesusChrist #HearHim #generalconference #Shorts