Elder Renlund
Elder Dale G. Renlund
Conference talks by Elder Renlund (first two before being ordained an apostle)
Elder Renlund served in an African area presidency while one of our sons was a missionary there. That teeny, tiny connection (which I'm reminded of every time he mentions the saints in Africa) helps him feel a bit like family.
Here are some of his quotes that are memorable or meaningful to me:
"A saint is a sinner who keeps on trying."
"To effectively serve others we must see them through Heavenly Father's eyes."
"Our Heavenly Father’s goal in parenting is not to have His children do what is right; it is to have His children choose to do what is right and ultimately become like Him. If He simply wanted us to be obedient, He would use immediate rewards and punishments to influence our behaviors. But God is not interested in His children just becoming trained and obedient 'pets' who will not chew on His slippers in the celestial living room. No, God wants His children to grow up spiritually and join Him in the family business."
Elder Renlund is a good story teller (firecrackers in the church building), often refers to literature (Mary Poppins and Les Miserables) and shares memorable analogies (Congo River and rocket payloads).
October 2009 - Preserving the Heart's Mighty Change
April 2015 - Latter-day Saints Keep on Trying
October 2015 - Through God's Eyes
April 2016 - "That I Might Draw All Men Unto Me"
October 2016 - Repentance: A Joyful Choice
April 2017 - Our Good Shepherd
October 2017 - The Priesthood and the Savior's Atoning Power
April 2018 - Family History and Temple Work: Sealing and Healing
October 2018 - Choose You This Day
April 2019 - Abound with Blessings
October 2019 - Unwavering Commitment to Jesus Christ
April 2020 - Consider the Goodness and Greatness of God
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