Synonym for: Religion
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that God is the Father of all humanity and that truth and goodness can be found among people and cultures worldwide. Throughout history, God has inspired individuals and communities around the world to seek light and live moral truths, preparing the way for the fullness of the gospel. Today, many of those truths can be recognized among different world religions.
Because all people are God’s children, all who sincerely seek truth and light will find it. The Savior taught, “Seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you” (Matthew 7:7). Whether through the plan of salvation, the teachings of living prophets, or the study of other traditions, those who search for truth with real intent will find glimpses of God’s eternal plan everywhere.
Many are searching for answers to life’s great questions—questions about who we are, our purpose on earth, how we can be happy, and what will happen to us after this life. Religion helps answer these questions. Through scripture, continuing revelation, and inspired leaders, we learn eternal truths about our divine potential and the redeeming power of Jesus Christ’s Atonement. These truths are foundational for navigating our time on Earth, and they fill our lives with meaning, hope, and moral direction.
In addition to providing us direction, religion fosters connections that strengthen families, shape communities, and guide societies toward morality and compassion. As Elder Jeffrey R. Holland taught, “Religion is that which unites what was separated or holds together that which might be torn apart—an obvious need for us, individually and collectively, given the trials and tribulations we all experience here in mortality” (“Religion: Bound by Loving Ties,” August 2016). This divine tie inspires respect for the world’s diverse faiths and a commitment to protect religious freedom for all.
These addresses invite us to cherish our own beliefs while finding common ground with all who sincerely seek God, helping us stand together to defend morality, family, and agency in a complex world. As you explore these talks and our Interfaith YouTube playlist, may you gain hope, understanding, and a deeper conviction that God’s love reaches every corner of the earth.
