I hold in my hand that book, the very copy from which hyrum read, the same corner of the page turned down still visible. Holland of the quorum of the twelve symposium on the book of mormon, 9 august 1994, byu. Shortly thereafter, pistol and ball would take the lives of these two testators. After you set me apart as stake president, you said tom, now we are sealed. Later when actually incarcerated in the jail, joseph the prophet bore a powerful testimony of the divine authenticity of the book of mormon. 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 withdraws missionary story due to inaccuracies. Holland recalls his days as a poor young father with a brokendown family car and testifies that for those who embrace the gospel of jesus christ, there are better days and good. I testify that the book of mormon is truly another testament of jesus christ. A perfect brightness of hope quorum of the twelve apostles elder jeffrey r. Holland was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints when this devotional address was delivered at brigham young university on 15 february 2000. Holland told a moving story of how, before leaving for carthage and eventual martyrdom, hyrum smith read from the book of mormon.
Either the book of mormon is what it says it is, or the church and its founder are false. Holland delivers a stirring testimony of the book of mormon to believers, nonbelievers and former believers. Holland was the main speaker at pembroke colleges nine lessons and carols service held in the ornate and historic damon wells chapel completed in 1732, where he delivered a. 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.
Testimony of the book of mormon latterday saints channel. The event was sponsored by book of mormon central and byu studies. Holland delivers a stirring testimony of the book of mormon to believers, nonbelievers. Dear elder holland, truthfulness of the book of mormon. 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. An analysis of selected changes in major editions of the. 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.
Holland of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the. Holland s talks, not just those that he gave when he was as a general authority of the church, but also those given by him before, with the links to the text, video, or audio available. Holland, a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles, features the role of jesus christ as the principal and commanding figure in the book of mormon, from first chapter to last. I love that the church publishes videos like this it helps me. Holland writes, one of the unfailing facts of mortal life is the recurring presence of trouble. Here i am at 15 and i know that the book of mormon is true and it is another. God always provides safety for the soul, and with the book of mormon, he has again done that in our time. Many throughout the church remember his inspired talk, like a broken vessel, and the hope it brought to those who similarly battle depression, whether for a time or on a daily basis.
We are so blessed to have the book of mormonwhich i explained to our hosts is a companion to the holy bible. Jeffrey r holland book of mormon lds conference talk oct 2009. Elder hollands testimony of the book of mormon a powerful witness from an apostle of the lord. 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. Holland, who is one of the twelve apostles in the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. It led me to and taught me to love the lord jesus christ, to glimpse his merciful compassion, and to consider the grace and grandeur of his atoning sacrifice for my sins and the sins of all men. Holland, the man who thinks the book of mormon has withstood all examination. Trusting jesus kindle edition by jeffrey r holland. The messianic message of the book of mormon holland, jeffrey r. Holland, during the lds general conference on october 4, 2009, delivered a sermon entitled safety for the soul. Jeffrey r holland s powerful witness of the veracity of the book of mormon.
Welch after the chiasmus jubilee celebrating the 50th anniversary of the discovery of chiasmus in the book of mormon. Holland, be ye therefore perfecteventually, general conference, october 2017 on the official lds church website this final quote hits the nail. March 30, 2011 either the book of mormon is what it says it is, or the church and its founder are false. This book is another testament of jesus christ and serves as a. This book is another testament of jesus christ and serves as a companion scripture to the holy bible.
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. Holland this video is from a dvd devotional thats included with elder holland s book for times of trouble. The introduction to the book of mormon got a very quiet update a year later. Holland speaks during the sunday morning session of the 190th annual general conference on april 5, 2020. Hollands discussion with john sweeney about mitt romneys temple oaths in the 2008 bbc documentary the mormon candidate john sweeney interviews jeffrey holland about the nature of the oaths mitt romney would have performed in the temple among other topics. 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. The very well funded mormon church public relations machine swung into action.
Book of mormon memes for those who have actually read the book of mormon. Mormon apostle misled members with his book of mormon prop. Holland explained why zenoss use of the olive tree was a powerful symbol of gods love for the house of israel. Introducing a major new doctrinal work written by elder jeffrey r. Holland, one of the twelve apostles and the former president of brigham young university, you really should see it. In response to my book there were news stories on the dna issue published in leading newspapers in the uk, australia and right across the us. Holland captioned version video bbc interview with mormon apostle jeffrey r.
Elder holland s insights on how the book of mormon can deepen our understanding of the sermon on the mount. Holland spoke about the power of the book of mormon during the church of jesus christ of latterday saints 179th semiannual general conference with that very book in hand. Elder holland s comprehensive study documents why this ancient nephite record is truly another testament. Holland who shares his apostolic witness of the central figure of the book of mormon the lord jesus christ. 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. Daily news, articles, videos and podcasts sent straight to your inbox.
In it, elder holland spoke of prophecies regarding the last days and how individuals could find safety and shelter from strife and calamities foretold. Holland quorum of the twelve apostles the church of jesus christ of latterday saints 50 east north temple street salt lake city, ut 84150 united states. First i discuss the personal relationship elder holland and i havehad. Holland bore powerful testimony of the divine authenticity of the book of mormon during the october 2009 general conference. I testify that the book of mormon is the sacred expression of christs great last covenant with mankind. Thank you elder holland for reminding me of the reason i love and this gospel. This conference, held on august 16, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the discovery of chiasmus in the book of mormon.
His voice impassioned, holland explained it was the book used by lds church founder joseph smiths brother hyrum as a source of comfort as. Jeffrey roy holland born december 3, 1940 is an american educator and religious leader. Hyrum was later murdered in carthage jail for his testimony. The night before, he turned to the book of mormon for comfort. Elder hollands 10 best talks of all time utahvalley360. Holland encourages us to live the gospel faithfully and courageously, even when it is difficult. He served as the ninth president of brigham young university and is a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. He received a bachelors degree in english and masters. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. Elder jeffrey r holland safety for the soul general conference talk from. Oct 07, 2009 tuesday, october, 2009 elder jeffrey r. 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.
His testimony highlights that modern apostolic witnesses have born testimony of the nephite record. Jeffrey r holland archives mormon discussion by bill. Following his appearance to the nephites and declaration of obedience, christ dramatically reinforced the. I pray that your life may be a monument to mormon perseverance however long and hard the road, in the name of jesus christ. Mix play all mix the church of jesus christ of latterday saints youtube bearing our burdens with hope duration. Sep 04, 2019 i am listing below all elder jeffrey r. Im bisexual, but most people at this school i just recently. Elder hollands testimony of the book of mormon facebook. He is an outstanding speaker, and the talks contained herein are excellent ones. He nodded and went back to watching the piano guys video or whatever the teacher had put on. Jeffrey r hollands powerful witness of the veracity. I loved it so much when i got home i found it online and i wanted toread more a cell phone vs the book of mormon while i was in seattle this past weekend i attended a fireside where alex boyeshared a cell phone vs. I thought the mormon message video was too short and missed some.
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