See more ideas about lds quotes, church quotes and quotes. Holland of the quorum of the twelve apostles i want it absolutely clear when i stand before the judgment bar of god that i declared to the world that the book of mormon is true. Posted on april 9, 2014 by quotes admin defend your beliefs with courtesy and with compassion, but defend them. During last falls general conference, i had two latterday saints recommend that i listen to the talk given by elder jeffrey r. Holland on doubt, belief, and knowledge elder jeffrey r. Holland is a renowned scholar of american religious history and an associate professor of american religious history at harvard divinity school. Feb 28, 2015 elder holland speaks on faith, family and religious freedom by lds365 feb 28, 2015 elder jeffrey r. Holland quotes quotable quote the book of mormon is the keystone of our religion primarily because it is the most extended and definitive witness we have of the lord jesus christof our alpha and omega, the key stone, the chief cornerstone of the eternal gospel.
Ive read a couple of books and ive been to a pretty good school, and i have chosen to be in this church because of the faith that i feel and the inspiration that comes. Holland by mormonblogger on tuesday, may 31st, 2016 no comments a modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies of the book of mormon. I have uploaded one of the best talks i have ever heard on the book of mormon to our youtube channel. Holland of the quorum of the twelve apostles from safety for the soul, ensign, nov. An analysis of selected changes in major editions of the book of mormon, 18301920. He dodged, lied, and generally seemed to be irritated and took offense at any question that might put tscc in a bad light. Interlude elder hollands powerful talk to a room full. Holland, safety for the soul, ensign november 2009. Elder hollands mission president seminar on the book of mormon. Holland, one of the twelve apostles and the former president of brigham young university, you really should see it.
Look, this is how the mormon cult was started and grew. Safety for the soul your brother november 21, 2011 leave a comment safety for the soul jeffrey r. With his typical candor and deep empathy, elder holland addresses these questions and others which arise as we encounter the trials that mark the path of a true disciple. In addition to a brief excerpt from each talk below, i include links to the full text and audio of each talk. Some notes on elder hollands conference talk april 7, 2009 by kevin barney my easterseason message today is intended for all, but is directed in a special way to those who are alone or feel alone or, worse, yet, feel abandoned. All jeff ever wanted to do was teach the gospel to students in a classroom, he said.
Holland gave a stirring address about the power of physical. To read the full, and updated, transcript of elder hollands talk, see the. He is a member of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and has the distinction of being the first latterday saint professor at harvard divinity school prior to his appointment, he was a history professor at the university of. Holland is a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Reply from elder holland to my letter that was no surprise, just based on the bbc interview i saw. We build enduring faith in jesus christ by making the book of mormon accessible, comprehensible, and defensible to the entire world. Sep 03, 20 there was a recent mormon message very similar to this, showing excerpts from elder holland s powerful conference talk, safety for the soul. It was given by elder holland to the new mission presidents in 1997. At a 50thanniversary commemoration of the discovery of chiasmus in the book of mormon, lds apostle elder jeffrey r.
Jeffrey roy holland was born december 3, 1940, in the small rural town of st. This landmark book explores what the book of mormon reveals about the character, attributes, and mission of our savior. In a wideranging, frank, and open discussion, elder jeffrey r. See more ideas about holland quotes, lds quotes and church quotes. Elder hollands 10 best talks of all time utahvalley360. Elder hollands mission president seminar on the book of. Jeffrey r holland book of mormon lds conference talk oct. Holland born december 3, 1940 served as church commissioner of education from 19761980, as the president of byu from 19801989, as a seventy from 19891994, and as a member of the quorum of twelve apostles since 1994. This book is an excellent reference manual for anyone seriously wanting to get better acquainted with the lord jesus christ and the prophesies concerning his role before, during, and after his mortal life. Holland invites every reader of his latest book to become a friend, to receive instruction and encouragement, counsel and comfort. Holland was ordained a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints on june 23, 1994.
For the contribution history and old versions of the redirected article, please see its history. It was in the auditorium of the joseph smith building, which seats over 850 people. Jeffrey r holland book of mormon lds conference talk oct 2009. Holland explains the background and importance of the book of mormon. The talk, entitled be ye therefore perfect eventually was rumored to put the nail in the coffin of the argument levied against the church that it holds to an.
Holland was ordained an apostle of the church in june of 1994 and became a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles later that year. And i think elder holland put together in a 16minute talk the most cogent defense of the book of mormon that i have heard. Holland born december 3, 1940 served as church commissioner of education from 19761980, as the president of byu from 19801989, as a seventy from 19891994, and. Holland is a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints commonly misnamed the mormon church. Holland of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints discussed the issues of faith, family and religious freedom on the campus of chapman university on thursday, february 26, 2015.
My letter to elder holland re book of mormon heres your reply, assuming youre still a member. This conference, held on august 16, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the discovery of chiasmus in the book of mormon. That talk went through my heart like a javelin borrowing one of his phrases. Elder jeffrey r holland safety for the soul general conference talk from the church of jesus christ of latterday saints 179th semiannual. It is a real act of faithfaith all of us must be willing to exercise. I heard a quote that most lds homes only have 5 books, including the book of mormon, and all of them go unread.
At the time of this call, elder holland was serving as a member of the first quorum of the seventy, to which he had been called on april 1, 1989. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Just as the arch crumbles if the keystone is removed, so does all the church stand or fall with the truthfulness of the book of mormon. Reply from elder holland mormon apostle to my letter. If we do it right, we end up sharing everythingall our hopes, all our fears, all. Christ and the new covenant meet your next favorite book. And i think elder holland put together in a 16minute talk the most cogent defense of the book of mormon that i. Holland on confidence in the lords help elder jeffrey r.
Those who were intelligent, mature and outspoken were driven away or left once they figured out smith was a fraud. Last wednesday evening at the chiasmus jubilee, elder jeffrey r. Today, mormon leaders rely on the same weak personal characteristics to keep the show going. Elder holland addresses these powerful messages to my friends who love the lord, to my friends who want to change, to my friends who face opposition, and more. What i come back to time and again is the existence of the book of mormon. Holland of the quorum of the twelve offers hopefilled, thoughtful, and poignant answers to tough questions about faith, troubles, and our roles as disciples of jesus christ. Elder jeffrey r holland safety for the soul general conference talk from the church of jesus christ of latterday saints 179th semiannual general conference, october 2009. Introducing a major new doctrinal work written by elder jeffrey r. The messianic message of the book of mormon, special illustrated edition hardcover september 12, 2006 by jeffery r. As youll see below, i believe elder holland gave his best talk in october 2009, when he shared his powerful witness of the truthfulness of the book of mormon.
Find strength and faith for your life today through a conversation with elder jeffrey r. Read the full interview i am deeply hurt when i am called anything. Interlude elder hollands powerful talk to a room full of. Jeffery holland is extremely knowledgeable about his subject matter. Elder holland s classic examination of jesus christ as the principal and commanding figure in the book of mormon is now available as an illustrated keepsake. A recent critic said that our account of and devotion to the book of mormon and, by implication, joseph smiths role in producing it is, the most cherished and unique mormon belief bill mckeever, quoted in daniel c. Holland of the quorum of the twelve apostles when jeffrey r. This conference, held on august 16, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the discovery of chiasmus in the book of. My letter to elder holland re book of mormon very long. Another testament of jesus christ is a sacred book of scripture that testifies of jesus christ and explains the lords dealings with his people in the ancient americas. Elder hollands talk at general conference the millennial star. He is one of the few people i really trust to tell it like it is. Holland is a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles and a former president of brigham young university. Holland, it was a very emotional and wonderful talk given.
The messianic message of the book of mormon salt lake city, ut. Holland is a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints elder holland was born on december 3, 1940, and grew up in st. Throughout the semiannual lds general conference, the lds church. Oct 08, 2009 elder jeffrey r holland safety for the soul general conference talk from the church of jesus christ of latterday saints 179th semiannual general conference, october 2009. Holland of the quorum of the twelve gave one of the most powerful talks ive ever heard. He is a member of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and has the distinction of being the first latterday saint professor at harvard divinity school. It appears to be a culmination of years of personal scripture study, of many many sessions of putting thoughts and impressions onto paper, and trying to make sense of the scriptural text. When god saves you from driving over a cliff, lets talk. Elder holland was born on december 3, 1940, and grew up in st. My testimony of the book of mormon by elder jeffrey r. That is the message with which the book of mormon begins, and that is the message with which it ends, calling all to come unto christ, and be perfected in him. Mormon discussions view topic upset by elder holland story.
For most of a decade, elder holland has read the book of mormon repeatedly and thoroughly, focusing on all references to the savior and his teachings. Holland speaks out on the book of mormon and the failed attempts of critics to explain it away if you missed the general conference talk by elder jeffrey r. But the talk was so powerful, i wanted to show more. Holland, safety for the soul, ensign, november 2009, 8890. Holland was called to be an apostle for the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, his brother dennis remarked that he was not surprised. Holland who shares his apostolic witness of the central figure of the book of mormon the lord jesus christ. This talk is well worth listening to all the way through. As a boy he enjoyed sports especially baseball and played on every kind of team he could. Book of mormon introduction church of jesus christ. I want you to tell me about something that happened where you believe god moved in your life dramatically and in meaningful ways, and when you felt you had a chance to cooperate with gods work in your life or the life of your loved one. Brother phillips, the stake presidency is considering formal disciplinary action in your behalf, including the possibility of disfellowship or excommunication, because you are reported to have participated in conduct unbecoming a members of the church and evil speaking of the lords anointed. Holland gave a stirring address about the power of physical evidence in defending the gospel at the chiasmus conference sponsored by book of mormon central and byu studies. Holland abinadi seek by deseret book atonement, book of mormon. Elder holland undertakes to outline the book of mormons central character and primary subject.
Maybe elder holland was appealing to the nonlds scholars in the room, as well as other nonmembers who might hear or read his talk in the future, who have not accepted the testimonies of the twelve official witnesses to the book of mormon joseph smith, the three witnesses, and the eight witnesses. Byu devotional speech oh, lord, keep my rudder true sept. Holland, october 2009 safety for the soul let me quote a very powerful comment from president ezra taft benson, who said, the book of mormon is the keystone of our testimony. Latterday saints believe the book of mormon to be the word of god and a companion testament to the holy bible. Some notes on elder hollands conference talk by common.
Nov 6, 2015 explore debraannabells board elder jeffery r. There was a recent mormon message very similar to this, showing excerpts from elder hollands powerful conference talk, safety for the soul. Elder holland speaks on faith, family and religious freedom. The book of mormon referenced in elder hollands talk. There is a power in the book which will begin to flow into your lives the moment you begin a serious study of the book. There is no good explanation for its existence, except the explanation that joseph smith put forward. Its contents were merged into list of book of mormon people.
The book of mormon properly titled the book of mormon. I did not sail with the brother of jared in crossing an ocean, settling. Anyone who thinks that the bofm is such an amazing piece of literature really needs to get a library card. Theres nothing outstanding about the book of mormon. This book is another testament of jesus christ and serves as a companion scripture to the holy bible. Elder holland undertakes to outline the book of mormon s central character and primary subject. Jan 30, 2015 talks, images, and quotes by elder jeffrey r. Holland bore powerful testimony of the divine authenticity of the book.
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