Comments on: General Conference Open Thread, October 2008 https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/ Thought-provoking commentary on life, politics, religion and social issues. Mon, 30 May 2011 18:30:56 +0000 hourly 1 By: Charlie https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-2/#comment-199399 Mon, 30 May 2011 18:30:56 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-199399 Edler Scott really touched me when he spoke. He really detailed excellent points for spirituality and morality that resonated for me personally. The part about being loyal to wives mentally was so jarring but so true. Beautiful. When is the next general conference?

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By: General Conference Oct. 2008 « The Adventures of one Justin and His Katie https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-2/#comment-109895 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:58:40 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-109895 […]  If you are interested I’m following open threads at By Common Consent, Mormon Mentality and Our Thoughts as well as a LiveBlog at TempleStudy.com.  By Common Consent is the most active […]

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By: Kim Siever https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-2/#comment-83128 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 03:05:58 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-83128 President Monson

  • Be good citizens and neighbours
  • Persevere in the pursuit of this precious prize.
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By: Kim Siever https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-2/#comment-83127 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 03:04:59 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-83127 Elder Godoy spoke on testimony. Called in April.

Elder Cook

  • We are not going to suffer more than that which is for our good
  • Some trials are suites for our own personal development
  • Not every cloud has rain
  • We would be well to prepare for our challenges
    We need to be grateful for all our blessings especially during affluent times
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By: Kim Siever https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-1/#comment-83125 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 03:02:45 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-83125 Elder Gavarret

Called in April. Sounds just like Pedro Sanchez.

  • Our house. Our home. Our refuge.
  • 1,700 families returned to church in Peru: in 14 stakes and 4 districts
  • Dear to the heart of the shepherd
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By: Kim Siever https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-1/#comment-83124 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 03:01:05 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-83124 Elder Oswald

  1. Teachers should know their students and address them by name
  2. Teach from the scriptures
  3. Encourage the pondering of gospel truths
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By: Kim Siever https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-1/#comment-83123 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:58:59 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-83123 Elder Nelson

  • Wise shoppers study their options to buy quality and price
  • Those wishing should do the same
  • The noblest yearning for the human heart is for a marriage that endures for a marriage that endures forever
  • Esteem spouse’s welfare among our highest priorities
  • Adversary’s options a;ways breed misery
  • Celestial marriage is the pivotal practise to prepare for eternal life
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By: Kim Siever https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-1/#comment-83122 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:55:40 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-83122 Sunday afternoon notes

President Packer spoke on pioneers. Wore a mic even though he was standing. That was weird.

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By: Kim Siever https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-1/#comment-83121 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:54:23 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-83121 President Monson

  • 45 years since he was called as an apostle
  • No tomorrows to remember if we don’t do something today
  • Rather than dwelling in the past, we should be doing more here and now.
  • What is most important almost always involve those around us.

What would I say in only 25 words?

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By: Kim Siever https://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/comment-page-1/#comment-83120 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:52:01 +0000 http://www.ourthoughts.ca/2008/10/03/general-conference-open-thread-october-2008/#comment-83120 Elder Ballard

  • 1 million members in Mexico 4 years ago
  • in 1925, missionary work started in South America
  • 200,000 missionaries served under President Kimball; church doubled as well
  • Church has doubled since President Kimball’s death
  • 1 millionth missionary called last year
  • the Lord is asking us to fortify our faith, not push a handcart; cross the street, not the country
  • We cannot afford to be superficially righteous
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