Learning about the lives, faith, and perseverance of our forbears adds joy, meaning, and strength to our lives. The Old Testament prophet Malachi prophesied that the Lord would “turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers” (Malachi 4:6), and we see the fulfillment of these words in the growing global interest in family history and in the work done in holy temples for our ancestors.
The idea that families can be together forever is a treasured tenet of the restored gospel. Because Heavenly Father loves all of His children, He made it possible for each of us to be sealed to our families for time and all eternity through ordinances in holy temples. As we do family history work, we can help our ancestors to come closer to Heavenly Father and, in turn, closer to us. Promised blessings from engaging in this great work include greater understanding of the Savior and His Atonement, increased guidance from the Holy Ghost, and deeper faith in Christ.
Many speakers at BYU have shared stories and insights about family history. As you explore these messages, we hope that you will be inspired with ways to strengthen and understand your own family connections.
