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The video underscores the profound significance of words in our lives, particularly focusing on those of divine origin. The speaker addresses a global audience, emphasizing that words convey beliefs, morals, and perspectives, and can be either uplifting or harmful. They highlight the enduring impact of God's word, citing religious figures such as the prophet Alma from the Book of Mormon and referencing key teachings of President Russell M. Nelson, including "Keep on the covenant path," "Gather Israel," and "Think Celestial." The notion of 'thinking celestial' is elaborated as a transformative approach to life's challenges, enhancing faith and perspective.
The video also discusses the sacred duty of sustaining and following the prophet, exemplified through a personal experience related to the dedication of the 185th temple in Bangkok, Thailand. This duty encompasses the careful preparation and spiritual responsiveness required even at the last minute. Additionally, the speaker emphasizes being peacemakers and the substantial weight our words carry, advocating for the frequent and sincere use of phrases like "Thank you," "I am sorry," and "I love you" to foster care and respect in interactions, whether in person or digitally.
Finally, the speaker refers to President Thomas S. Monson's teachings on the uplifting power of words, encouraging viewers to feast on the words of Christ and follow prophetic guidance. They conclude with a testimony of Jesus Christ, aligning their role as an apostle to declare His word, thus encapsulating the essential message of adhering to, and communicating, words that inspire and bring people closer to the divine.
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In this part of the video, the speaker addresses a global audience, emphasizing the significance of words in communication. They highlight that while words can be translated into many languages, their underlying value remains constant. Words, the speaker explains, are crucial as they convey beliefs, morals, and perspectives, and can be either uplifting or harmful. They stress that words from the Lord hold the utmost importance, citing the example of the prophet Alma from the Book of Mormon, who advocated for the power of God’s word over physical confrontation. The speaker underscores that God’s word has profound effects, as demonstrated from the creation of the earth to the teachings of the Savior in the New Testament.
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In this segment, the speaker emphasizes the enduring significance of the words of God and the importance of adhering to them as a way to draw closer to Him. They highlight quotes from scripture and testimonies from religious figures, pointing out that believing and following God’s words can increase one’s ability to be more like Him, as promised by President Russell M. Nelson. Moreover, the segment underscores the role of prophets in conveying divine messages, particularly lauding President Nelson’s impactful expressions and counsel, such as “Keep on the covenant path,” “Gather Israel,” and “Think Celestial.” The notion of ‘thinking celestial’ is detailed as a transformative approach to confronting life’s challenges, fostering an increased faith and a new perspective on trials.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the importance of a celestial perspective, particularly in a world filled with confusion and contention. The speaker references Elder George Albert Smith’s teachings on the sacred duty of sustaining and following the prophet. As one of the 15 prophets, seers, and revelators, the speaker shares a personal experience tied to this duty—specifically, while preparing for the dedication of the Church’s 185th temple in Bangkok, Thailand. This duty includes a commitment to act upon the prophet’s words diligently. The temple dedication was a significant and humbling assignment, with preparations made months in advance, including translating the dedicatory prayer into 12 languages. Despite feeling initially prepared, the speaker experienced an urgent spiritual prompting the night before the dedication to modify the prayer, which was ultimately enriched with divinely inspired words.
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In this part of the video, the speaker emphasizes the significance of being peacemakers and underscores the importance of the words shared by the living Prophet, such as “Think celestial,” “Let the Spirit prevail,” and “Strive to be peacemakers.” The speaker stresses that our words hold substantial weight in our communication, whether in person or on digital platforms. Three important phrases are identified to mitigate conflicts and express care: “Thank you,” “I am sorry,” and “I love you.” These phrases should be used frequently and sincerely in daily interactions to show respect and affection. The speaker also shares a personal story about consistently expressing love to his wife during his travels, highlighting the importance of compassionate communication in strengthening relationships.
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In this part of the video, the speaker emphasizes the importance of words and their impact on our lives and relationships. They reference President Thomas S. Monson’s teaching on the power of words such as “Thank you,” “I am sorry,” and “I love you” to uplift and save souls. The speaker stresses the significance of feasting on the words of Christ, the guidance from the Prophet, and expressing our values through our words. They affirm that utilizing the power of the Holy Ghost enables us to speak with the tongue of angels. The speaker concludes with a testimony of Jesus Christ, acknowledging Him as depicted by Isaiah and John, and reaffirms their role as an apostle to declare His word.