By Study & By Faith
The Transformative Power of Faith and Art
Janalee Emmer shares how both faith and art transform our hearts and foster empathy. Art can help us see the world from a new perspective.
A More Wonderful World
Elder Kearon teaches that with the love of our Heavenly Father and our God-given talents, we can establish a more wonderful world.
Illuminated Stories
The illuminated stories of individuals throughout history show that courage and motivation to endure are required to experience greatness.
Discovering Your Divine Individuality
Julie Crockett assures us that our uniqueness and divine individuality are only magnified as we work toward attaining Christlike attributes.
Listen, Lift, Rescue
If we are willing to listen, we can become instruments in the Lord's hands to lift and rescue others through an act of kindness or by sharing our talents.
What Is Your Calling in Life?
What is your calling in life? Jeffrey A. Thompson instructs his audience how to seek the Lord's help in finding their individual life's purpose.
Depending on the Lord: Gospel Insights from a Musician
The story of a lifetime of service in the Church and as a musician teach us that we are completely dependent on the Lord for our success.
“Understand Who You Are”
Robert C. Oaks teaches that we have all been blessed with both temporal and spiritual gifts which allow us to understand our identity.
Prepare to Make a Difference
The examples of three former BYU swimmers who made a difference in their respective spheres can inspire us to do the same.
Talents
Douglas M. Chabries encourages students to develop their talents by seeking out revelation, good friends, obedience, and remembering their heritage.
The Lord’s Goods
The Lord has given talents or "goods" to each of us, which we can use to bless those around us and in turn become more like Him.
“Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve”
Sportscasting icon and former BYU football star Vai Sikahema talks about how the Lord prepares and uses our talents and experience to bless others.
1989 Spring Commencement Address
Some commencement advice: consider the future, don't be too modest about your talents, and remember that the road to heaven is more work, but worth it.
Our Talents—A Choice Gift of God
As we move toward eternal progression, we must develop our God-given talents so that our capacity to serve God and our fellow man can and will increase.
Grounded, Rooted, Established, and Settled
When the storms of life test our faith, we must be prepared. As a sturdy tree, be grounded, rooted, established, and settled in Jesus Christ.
The Purpose of Life
The purpose of life is using our talents to benefit others. Our spiritual gifts are used to build the kingdom of God if we choose to improve and serve.
The Talent of Spirituality
There are many talents worth pursuing, but none that surpass the talent of spirituality. Elder Rector gives suggestions to help us improve this talent.
The Arts and the Spirit of the Lord
Boyd K. Packer invites us to glorify God and invite the Spirit into our worship through reverent music and beautiful art.
