Preparation for the Second Coming

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  • Dallin H. Oaks - We need to make … spiritual preparation for the events prophesied at the time of the Second Coming. www.lds.org/ge...

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  • @emmyandboo
    @emmyandboo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1367

    I left the church when I was 14. I am 32 now, and so much has happened. I lost my faith, got it back again, looked for signs, prayed, and I am unable to go back to church because I don't have a vehicle to get there, but I have been watching these videos and conferences and testimonies. Very inspiring and my faith is back now more than ever. I feel good.

    • @cumorahwatson1967
      @cumorahwatson1967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      Aww
      We don't have a car either. But l know, the Lord sees the secrets of our heart!
      So that gives me comfort l hope, it gives you comfort too.The Lord love's your small efforts, believe me.
      Glad to have you back!😊👏❤
      Stay strong, my friend.

    • @jsg0810
      @jsg0810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      Im a less active as well, but my testimony of the church and Jesús have never wavered, cheer up you can always go back to the Lord

    • @joelkeck1222
      @joelkeck1222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +121

      If you contact the missionaries they can work to find you a ride. The gospel is for wounded souls, it's for all of us.

    • @kiwibean9313
      @kiwibean9313 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Ooh I know I'm 8 months late but I told someone once before. If ye have a desire the Lord will help find a way.keep praying and contact members to find some help. I don't have a vehicle either so I understand. Coming to church every Sunday is my favorite.I feel so much peace when I'm there and I hope you do too because your heavenly Father really does love you

    • @blhbsit1251
      @blhbsit1251 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      You can watch meetings from internet, phone or computer. Contact your ward and they will send you links. Hang in there. You will receive what you need when you need it. Not before, not after. My testimonies came randomly and not when I asked. Test of faith, prevail, receive blessing.

  • @24karats4you
    @24karats4you 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +82

    I'm not an LDS, but I am a Christian believer. I am glad LDS people recognize that we are living in the end times and are even at the door of Christ's return!

    • @jesusistheonlyway1017
      @jesusistheonlyway1017 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      You should research our church more. I invite you to do so. Ive been through all other church’s as a atheist tearing into them. The LDS is the true church to earth. We are the true established church of revelations

    • @janeterrett7278
      @janeterrett7278 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      We are with you as fellow believers in Christ. Indeed even Christian. We talk of Christ we preach of Christ and the Gospel of Christ is found in the Churches ❤️

    • @ShamelessTellAll
      @ShamelessTellAll 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      I grew up LDS. My fifth greatest grandfather was 3rd president, John Taylor. So it's ingrained not only in my maternal line but through Freemason teaching in my paternal line. Although Dad was raised Baptist from 1933 through growing up, he also was raised Freemason by my grandparents. He was a DeMolay in his teen years. He met my LDS raised Mom in 1969, a year before my birth. Since 1974, I was raised up for this day.
      The LDS website has further information on John Taylor also.

    • @johnnieluwho7771
      @johnnieluwho7771 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Of course we do know that Christ is at the door

  • @kevinc519
    @kevinc519 5 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    No other church on earth speaks like this. Without a doubt, these words are spoken with authentic authority from above.

    • @MsJENelson
      @MsJENelson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      May I humbly recommend to study the great Reformers starting with Wycliffe, Huss, Jerome, Luther, Tyndale-the Seventh-day Adventist Church -

    • @thequintessentialgamer7514
      @thequintessentialgamer7514 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @KOVUdei
      @KOVUdei 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Real

    • @guardianangel9517
      @guardianangel9517 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@thequintessentialgamer7514
      What? Did you find a piece of candy in your ear?🤪

    • @DaniMills-cg9dj
      @DaniMills-cg9dj 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The battle hymn of the Republic 😊

  • @blunderificdiscovery601
    @blunderificdiscovery601 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    This man is a prophet of God. His words are the teachings of Christ. He has blessed my life since before he was called to be an apostle. I wish all the world would love and honor Christ as this man does.

  • @michaeldunwoody3629
    @michaeldunwoody3629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +405

    When he delivered this talk, it was informative, uplifting, and peace-giving. Now, it's an urgent reminder that that time has arrived.

    • @NsTheName
      @NsTheName 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Amen! We're in it for sure.

    • @ruexcited2WholeHearted
      @ruexcited2WholeHearted 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Hard - but in the end, our team wins!

    • @awood-hunt2855
      @awood-hunt2855 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Interesting that this was posted 7 years ago, as we move into the possible tribulation time.... 7 years of plenty before the 7 years of famine/want (Joseph of Egypt in our day?)

    • @kaydiangel2445
      @kaydiangel2445 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@awood-hunt2855 I completely agree. I'm preparing my winter and camping gear and stocking my food storage. Getting ready for something.

    • @scootermom1791
      @scootermom1791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Exactly! It's incredible how quickly things have taken a turn for the worse and how it seems to get worse each and every day! The Lord isn't just quietly inviting people to come to Him before it's too late anymore. He's PLEADING with people very loudly and very obviously to open up their eyes and ears regarding everything that is going on around them He's shouting, "PLEASE humble yourselves enough to turn to Him and repent; to help others in need (no matter what their needs are); and to treat each other with kindness and love regardless of personal differences."
      He's not only pleading with others who are without religion, but also, and maybe even especially, with people who DO have religion in their lives. People who disregard the things they have learned and continually excuse their behavior as if they are the exception who don't have to do what they have been taught and commanded to do.

  • @mariaboehme133
    @mariaboehme133 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I was baptize when I was 22 years old. That was in the year 1983. The year before that, I met the Missionaries. I know our Heavenly Father has called me to join in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints cause he heard my Prayer. I told Him I want to serve Him but I wasn't sure if the Catholic Church is the right place forcme to serve. So instead of being a Nun, I became GOD's Ambassador as a Proselyting Missionary and Self Reliance Sister Missionary. Then during my Mission I was privileged to meet and shooke hands with Elder Russel M. Nelson, Elder Dallin H. Oaks and other Apostles. I was really happy that President Russel M. Nelson and President Dallin H. Oakes became our Living Prophets including President Henry B Eyring. I know our Great Leaders are fore-ordained to become our Leaders in our Generation.And I am so thankful we receive all these Revelations for our Preparation in returning home to our Heavenly parents. And for our Family to be reunited. What a great day to look forward to. In Jesus Christ name, Amen.

    • @Lazareth-hr2im
      @Lazareth-hr2im หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Amen to your beautiful testimony-thank you for sharing it ♥️

    • @marthaaliciamacias-h5y
      @marthaaliciamacias-h5y 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Beautiful testimony

  • @baeeenielsen8214
    @baeeenielsen8214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +311

    I love that when I’m in a bad situation or feeling scared, I can watch these amazing talks and feel at peace and calm. I am beyond grateful to be apart of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I wouldn’t want it any other want.

    • @kimberlystewart7721
      @kimberlystewart7721 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, I declare my testimony of the truthfulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We are in the last days and we are preparing for the 2nd coming of our Lord. We have known this would happen every day of our lives. I am still preparing and will continue to prepare to until He gets here and I'm sure I won't be done then either. I say this in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen

    • @darronsanderson4837
      @darronsanderson4837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@kimberlystewart7721 thank you Kim. I want to come back to the Lord.

    • @darronsanderson4837
      @darronsanderson4837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@kimberlystewart7721 thank you Kim. I want to come back to the Lord.

    • @darronsanderson4837
      @darronsanderson4837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I actually, always feel guilty listening to GA talks. I feel I must repent.

    • @DavidHCairns
      @DavidHCairns 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@darronsanderson4837 I'm just finding my way back into church my wife too.. You can do it.. Bless you 🙏😉

  • @MrDougk6
    @MrDougk6 4 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    "Peace will be with drawn from the earth" 5 years ago I would have never understood this. Never thought I'd see it. Stand up for the gospel and do not be ashamed of it.
    Never forget Israel 🇮🇱

    • @lakalajadizaja4332
      @lakalajadizaja4332 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Israel?

    • @helenh20mo
      @helenh20mo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Peace is lost right now!

    • @mrgreyman3358
      @mrgreyman3358 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@lakalajadizaja4332 It means more than just the land mass of the home of the Hebrew people.

    • @guardianangel9517
      @guardianangel9517 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's the country and it's God's people abroad 🙏🏼 We can all love and support each other 💞

    • @solomonstello
      @solomonstello 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      This comment aged well. 😂

  • @williamsydnor3159
    @williamsydnor3159 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    For me it’s May 2024 and the first time I’ve heard this talk. It’s fascinating to listen to President Oaks talk 9 years ago and how much worse things are worldwide.
    I serve one a month in the temple as an ordinance worker and also bring names to be done. I recommend that if you want to fill your lamp with oil, then attend a temple regularly and bring names. Magnify your church calling. Be willing to serve.

  • @kathienail2455
    @kathienail2455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I am so privileged to be a member of this one true church. I was not lucky enough to be raised in the church. It took me many years to find my church family. I am greatful beyond words to have found a family here on earth ❤I testify that we are the most value t of souls who came to teach the gospel in the last days!

    • @zoewalton9580
      @zoewalton9580 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same, preach! I tell my neighbors that they've been possessed by ZOMBIES named Sigurd Slickback and other various evil spirits! They force us to keep transgender monsters into the bathroom to KIDNAP AND TRANSGENDERIFY OUR CHILDREN! Get yourself ready, the end times comes and we must fight!

  • @jasonsant6965
    @jasonsant6965 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I have a witness of this message and of the restored gospel of Christ. I am coming back to the church and preparing for rebaptism. I am so thankful for the gift of repentance and for my Savior. I know the fullness of the gospel of Christ has been restored to the earth as one of the prerequisite signs of the second coming of Christ. It truly is not far off and now is the time to prepare

    • @guardianangel9517
      @guardianangel9517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I hope your baptism was/is a happy and spiritually fulfilling event. It's a beautiful commitment between you and Heavenly Father.
      God bless you 🙏🏼 and WELCOME
      🫂🤍🕊💜

    • @jasonyeagley9818
      @jasonyeagley9818 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are awesome. Proud of you!

  • @pamweinberg1212
    @pamweinberg1212 4 ปีที่แล้ว +322

    Thank you. I somehow feel after this Coronavirus and Earthquake in Utah along with Moroni being shook, to the point that his trumpet fell. The stores running out of food and supplies and all the other disasters. It definitely close. It will be in my lifetime. I hope it’s not to late for me. I just recently went back to Church. I found my happiness and peace through those who didn’t give up on me. I pray more, I read, study, and ponder. My life has profoundly changed. I hope the Lord will know me. I want to be by his side. To those who haven’t been in awhile, come back. Thank you again for this beautiful Talk, it gives me comfort during this day and age. 🙏😇

    • @Sizzleslice
      @Sizzleslice 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      You are indeed the Wheat. You are the Sheep of His fold, when He calls for you; you know and recognize the voice of the Good Shepherd.

    • @Iris-ww1gd
      @Iris-ww1gd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      He has always been with you and Im hopeful we finaly have chosen him. Thank you for sharing your experience faith and hope.

    • @divingsteve
      @divingsteve 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      He does indeed know you and accept you. Keep up the good work. I know from personal experience.

    • @ensignj3242
      @ensignj3242 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I’ve been active all my life. Yet, I still wonder, Am I good enough? I’ve done prepper activities most of my life, enduring the mocking from both family and church. But “business” and anxiety have caused that I’ve spent more time preparing physically than I have spiritually. This is 2020 and end of days is finally here. I want to be on the Lords side when HE arrives.

    • @karaluke2957
      @karaluke2957 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      It's never too late to repent and come back to Christ until after the 1000 years of the millennium and the final war with Satan... Then comes the final judgement. So you're definitely not too late!!

  • @jeaninehearn6200
    @jeaninehearn6200 4 ปีที่แล้ว +212

    I am thankful for the missionaries that came to our home and told us about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in 1967. I have a strong testimony of a true Prophet upon the Earth now too. I know that God lives and that Jesus Christ is our Saviour and I love him. I recieve so many blessings each day. Amen

    • @lindaknight7847
      @lindaknight7847 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That’s the same year they knocked on our door! I’ll be eternally grateful for those 2 diligent missionaries.

    • @Kevin-nr9hp
      @Kevin-nr9hp 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Regarding Matthew 25 and the foolish virgins.. that is NOT doctrine for the Christian and losing their salvation. Christians CANNOT lose their salvation, but Jews during the Tribulation can because they’re saved by faith AND WORKS.
      The Church is considered to be the BRIDE throughout the whole Bible, not as virgins waiting to “meet” the Bridegroom
      Matt 25:1 “Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to MEET the bridegroom.” KJV
      There’s not a single member of the Body of Christ in this entire chapter.
      These “virgins” do not go to marry “the bridegroom” , they go to “meet” Him, because He is ALREADY married!
      Read Luke 12:36 “And ye yourselves like unto men that wait for their lord, when he will return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, they may open unto him immediately.” KJV
      The Bride of Christ is NEVER referred to as “virgins” in the plural; she is ONE
      Ephesians 4:4 “There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling;”
      And we are ESPOUSED to CHRIST, and we are like a chaste virgin (singular)
      1 Corinthians 11:2 “For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ.”
      These “virgins” are mentioned in Psalm 45:14 and Song of Solomon 1:3 and 6:8 as SEPARATE from the Bride.
      Just the chapter before this one, Matthew 24:45 these “servants” are JEWS, not Christians.
      These Jewish, male “virgins” show up in the Tribulation in REVELATION 14:1-4
      Their salvation is connected with WORKS (Revelation 12:17), which is why some of them can lose it
      This book is tricky, but you must rightly divide or you can live your whole life knowing wrong doctrine. (2 Timothy 2:15)

    • @guardianangel9517
      @guardianangel9517 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ABSOLUTELY👍🏻🙏🏻🌞

    • @guardianangel9517
      @guardianangel9517 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@Kevin-nr9hp
      And the virgins who didn't gather lamp oil were NOT invited into the feast, and Jesus Christ said to them "Verily, I say unto you, I know you not."
      So not EVERYONE gets a free ride... Only the faithful and repentant❤❤❤

  • @donrobertosadventure7284
    @donrobertosadventure7284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I am grateful for the 2 Missionaries who came to our house back in 1984 and invite me to come unto Christ. I was still single that time Now i am married with 3 Children who also served Fulltime Missionaries..And Married in the Temple..I have a Family who have been blessed by the Lord grateful for his love...

    • @donrobertosadventure7284
      @donrobertosadventure7284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I am also a Returned Missionary in 1986-88 Serving in the Philippines Quezon City Mission Philippines.. And served as Bishop in our ward from 2015-2021.

  • @sbnsbaker1
    @sbnsbaker1 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Here we are in 2023. Now 8 years later from this talk, boy, are we right in the middle of the evil of Satan!!! Thank you Brother Oaks!!!

  • @maryannstout7600
    @maryannstout7600 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I just love this talk. I’ve listened to it many times and it always seems like it’s the first time. Thank you, President Oaks, for your wisdom.😊

  • @gladbod300
    @gladbod300 4 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    Love that Elder Oaks doesn't beat around the bush, and says it like it is. The better we understand where we stand with regards to truth, the faster we can change for the better. Making the initial pain of being told the truth when in the wrong worth it...and when in the right, peace and reassurance.

    • @lauries.nicewaner3876
      @lauries.nicewaner3876 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yes!!! I have felt lately that our General Authorities are not as bold as previous generations, like the 70s when they denounced evil with great energy. But as I listen again, I realize that's not true. I especially loved this one. President Oaks is one of my favorites.

    • @dcarts5616
      @dcarts5616 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      We’ve all been treated to the directness of this crop of prophets and apostles. People used to yearn for it. McKay, Kimball, Benson, Hinckley, Monson, Nelson, Maxwell, Eyring, Oaks, Holland, *Packer*, Perry, Bednar, maybe Christofferson and many before are the last of their kind. Moving forward, after them, I feel we will be taught a watered down gospel for the weak, a lesser law if you will. Sad. So sad. I will miss this man!

  • @olivialinzy3237
    @olivialinzy3237 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    💁🏽‍♀️Thank Brother Oaks for that Inspirational Talk 😇I Pray every day that I will be ready for that Great Day 🙏🏾😍

  • @mmd195401
    @mmd195401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    I love his talks. No speculation. He sticks to the scriptures and speaks doctrine.

    • @Roylamx
      @Roylamx ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Sounds like: 'He speaks as one having authority, not as the Scribes.' Because he does.

    • @1JennPenn
      @1JennPenn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He will be the next Prophet. ❤

    • @dcarts5616
      @dcarts5616 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@1JennPennI sure hope so. Nelson will be alive for at least 2+ more years. Oaks and Holland might not make it much longer after that.

  • @BlossomHeartandHome
    @BlossomHeartandHome หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I am so grateful to hear and learn from the words of the prophets and apostles. It is a great joy to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints!

  • @rebelinfla
    @rebelinfla 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Very grateful for the love and guidance provided by chosen leaders for this time. ☺️

  • @leswalker2639
    @leswalker2639 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    As of now this talk was 7 years ago. A oldie but goodie reminder. It certainly speaks volume when Elder Oaks speaks!

  • @katherinem.4414
    @katherinem.4414 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    This helps me to realize that even though I get tired and do not feel good in my head and body, I still have responsibilities to take care of things, and take care of myself too.

  • @jasonyeagley9818
    @jasonyeagley9818 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love this talk! It brings me peace to think that even though things are scary/crazy our dear Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus Christ has things in control.

  • @SuperGodine
    @SuperGodine 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I love Elder Oaks voice. There is something poignantly authoritative and beautiful about it. Such a powerful and spiritual man of God.♥️🙏🏽

    • @IMChrysalis
      @IMChrysalis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      His son is a Stake President and the District Court Judge in Tacoma, Washington, where I live. Elder Oaks came to our ward to set his son apart, when he was set apart as a Bishop... beautiful talks from both of them!

  • @GustavoPenilla
    @GustavoPenilla 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This is one of the best talks I ever heard, also the last testimony of Bruce R Mc Conkie’s last testimony, working out of town for a few weeks and listening to those 2 talks every day to keep my self clean, and a great reminder of the Lord and to keep his commenments

  • @JamesParcon-2024funnyboy
    @JamesParcon-2024funnyboy 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This messages is very nice of all time, I'm so happy to be a member of this Church,the church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints❤ and i know the. Living prophet are true..

  • @lindamoses3697
    @lindamoses3697 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    How wonderful it is to contemplate the Lord's second coming.

  • @katherinesage
    @katherinesage 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    This is one of the most important talks to be heard at this time....

  • @jonrogers1022
    @jonrogers1022 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    As I listened to Elder Oaks I feel the Holy Ghost witness to me that Christ will come to rule and reign on earth. I must be prepared and help all of my family to be prepared and all those who will follow the Christ to be prepared. This talk is about our readiness to live in the presence of our Lord and Redeemer. May we all become ready and worthy to do so.

  • @Bruceyland
    @Bruceyland 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    This talk has even more meaning looking at what is going on in the world today. He is a true apostle and prophet.

  • @joycechauke3187
    @joycechauke3187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I feel honored by our heavenly father himself for choosing me as one of the members of The church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  • @saldomino1639
    @saldomino1639 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Love this Conference talk much needed to hear it in our day !

  • @Christina_Bodmer
    @Christina_Bodmer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +230

    This talk so relevant during the covoid 19 quarantine! Each year we are getting closer and closer...

  • @artheis1342
    @artheis1342 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Living by the principals of the Gospel of Jesus Christ brings me peace and contentment. With everything that is happening in the world, I do not feel scared or fear for the future. I know it is on its course for the return of my Savior. That is the future for all that accept Jesus Christs and his promise to all that are the pure in heart.

  • @mnshorten
    @mnshorten 6 ปีที่แล้ว +204

    What a great and very important talk. Preparing for the Second Coming is the most important thing we will do in this life.

    • @alanbacalso885
      @alanbacalso885 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i agree! we should not allow ourselves to-be like any of those 5 unprepared virgins who will ONLY THEN come to know we are mistaken ... WITHOUT RECOURSE!!!!

    • @Kevin-nr9hp
      @Kevin-nr9hp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Regarding Matthew 25 and the foolish virgins.. that is NOT doctrine for the Christian and losing their salvation. Christians CANNOT lose their salvation, but Jews during the Tribulation can because they’re saved by faith AND WORKS.
      The Church is considered to be the BRIDE throughout the whole Bible, not as virgins waiting to “meet” the Bridegroom
      Matt 25:1 “Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to MEET the bridegroom.” KJV
      There’s not a single member of the Body of Christ in this entire chapter.
      These “virgins” do not go to marry “the bridegroom” , they go to “meet” Him, because He is ALREADY married!
      Read Luke 12:36 “And ye yourselves like unto men that wait for their lord, when he will return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, they may open unto him immediately.” KJV
      The Bride of Christ is NEVER referred to as “virgins” in the plural; she is ONE
      Ephesians 4:4 “There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling;”
      And we are ESPOUSED to CHRIST, and we are like a chaste virgin (singular)
      1 Corinthians 11:2 “For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ.”
      These “virgins” are mentioned in Psalm 45:14 and Song of Solomon 1:3 and 6:8 as SEPARATE from the Bride.
      Just the chapter before this one, Matthew 24:45 these “servants” are JEWS, not Christians.
      These Jewish, male “virgins” show up in the Tribulation in REVELATION 14:1-4
      Their salvation is connected with WORKS (Revelation 12:17), which is why some of them can lose it
      This book is tricky, but you must rightly divide or you can live your whole life knowing wrong doctrine. (2 Timothy 2:15)

    • @nathanbanks2935
      @nathanbanks2935 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Kevin,
      I respectfully disagree with what you say. You said that Christians cannot loose their salvation. Everyone especially Christians, need to keep the commandments of God to be saved. Christ taught, if you love me keep my commandments, if you love me feed my sheep. We also need to repent daily, in order to be saved. Since God knows everything, it would be much more logical that this parable would be applicable to the whole human family, rather than the very few Hebrew population, compared to everyone that would come across this parable and read it. Concerning the gracious sacrifice of Devine substitution that Jesus performed for each of us, it is only through him that we are saved, however we have to choose to access his grace through our faith. We have our own free will so he's not going to just force us to be saved by his grace. We have to fill our cup of faith with the water that comes from his fountain of Grace, to be saved in his kingdom. If we accept him with our lips only, but don't really love him, and love our neighbor as ourselves, our "faith," is fake.
      I hope this helps clarify some misunderstanding.
      God bless you!

  • @joshemmons4555
    @joshemmons4555 6 ปีที่แล้ว +400

    This talk is growing more relevant every year. The Second Coming of the Savior is getting closer and closer, I believe it will happen in my lifetime. We must be prepared and pray.

    • @ahometheaterguy442
      @ahometheaterguy442 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      And, even today, with the mass shooting and deaths of (11) people. Plus, the caravan, of thousands making their way to the U.S. border. Lots of huge hurricanes hit the east coast this month. Just today Jamie bombings happened, in Isteal. The Gaza Strip is in turmail. South America is toast. (Venezuelan and Honduran folks are in calamity. On the positive side, President Nelson announced (12) new temples and tons of missionaries are on active duty, in the Lords Army. I'm writing this on October 27th, 2018. Check out President Bensons talk on the Last Days. He's Coming. I want to meet Him.

    • @ahometheaterguy442
      @ahometheaterguy442 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Cyrusmagi Josh is just saying, he may be on earth, when the Lord comes back. Yes, as a thief causes people unawares, so shall His coming be to the spiritually unprepared. A lot of the "Signs of the Times" have come to pass, in 2018. Even today, 10/27/2018 big calamity has happened. Things are bigger and worst now.

    • @lynxyt_194
      @lynxyt_194 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Ahome Theaterguy I had a special Stake conference today which was unscheduled and stake conference is never on this day. They warned us and asked us to prepare. Really closer than I thought

    • @Jhaggai7765
      @Jhaggai7765 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Josh Emmons oh buddy it’s sooner than you think it’s going to happen in less than 5 years

    • @stardustgirl2904
      @stardustgirl2904 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The closer it is to his coming, the closer it is to my death as it mentions this in my blessing, I'm still kinda young si I guess my life will be cut short! I might never be a grandma, or see my kid's get married, only God knows for sure! He will come in the next 50 years for sure!

  • @joelsanchez1192
    @joelsanchez1192 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I am so greatfull for my father in heaven and for him making this message.

  • @robthebeekeeper8997
    @robthebeekeeper8997 6 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    So grateful for our inspired leaders. I only hope and pray that I may be found worthy when I meet my Savior.

  • @sparkymikey25
    @sparkymikey25 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Hes so dang loud and clear, love how easy he is to hear.

    • @Inzpectre
      @Inzpectre ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I believe the lord strengthens him so he cant be misunderstood

  • @senorfrijol5305
    @senorfrijol5305 5 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    I’m so grateful for true and living prophets that speak directly to God and guide us in these latter days!

  • @gauulatuimauga3876
    @gauulatuimauga3876 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Always thankful for the general authority for sharing and warning us from false doctrines.

  • @thehighcheef9836
    @thehighcheef9836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    when he quotes "mens hearts fail them" it made me think of all the "died suddenly's" we have been experiencing in the world today.

    • @guardianangel9517
      @guardianangel9517 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah I was thinking both physical and spiritual as well💞👍🏻🙏🏼

  • @GustavoPenilla
    @GustavoPenilla หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank , I try to listen to this talk once a week, sometimes once a day, keeps me focused

  • @-.Steven
    @-.Steven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Prophetic indeed! Well worth listening and heeding this council.

  • @renedalumpines9076
    @renedalumpines9076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This talk is very alarming to all of us as members of the Lords church. I wonder if I'm still alive when he comes again. Well, it doesn't matter to me, what matters is I'm prepared when the time comes

  • @Logan-ji3xl
    @Logan-ji3xl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’m so grateful to have the gospel in my life, I love the Lord with all my heart and I love our dear Profeta Presidente Nelson and all those that labour with him I this great work here on earth in teaching and helping as to prepare for the second coming of the Lord , all I can say to those who are way from the church, came back believe in the words of the scriptures and voice of our living Profeta and you will find peace and happiness ❤️

  • @lawrenceboayue6707
    @lawrenceboayue6707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I'm happy and Extremely Grateful to our heavenly Father to hear such a Divine massage.

    • @NovaM.Warren-um1ni
      @NovaM.Warren-um1ni ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm so greatful to hear this message from President Oaks and I love hearing his other talks.
      I know he is such help with things to our Prophet Russell M. Nelson.
      I love to share with others this message.
      I was baptized at age 12, but as we moved to the different Southern area they had fewer missionaries and churches in those years, I found it hard for these Military people to continue to have people come and stay.
      And I just continue to pray for others and help. Moved back to my beautiful sisters and many more churches in this State and I love the fact that they found my record,then it was lost, not one time but twice.
      I just asked for another Baptism on July 5,2020
      I just love studying and sharing with others.
      Have a wonderful message and pictures of Jesus Christ on my door.
      Have not just food storage, but medical supplies for anybody.
      I love Heavenly Father and his son Jesus Christ and our Holy Ghost 🙏

    • @guardianangel9517
      @guardianangel9517 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​​@@NovaM.Warren-um1niI LOVE your TESTIMONY and preparation
      💜💜💜🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🫂

  • @eleanordumajel3982
    @eleanordumajel3982 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I love you hear the messages from our leaders.

    • @kimberlystewart7721
      @kimberlystewart7721 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm soo thankful I was able to meet Pres Oaks and his darling wife in Thailand 2003-2005. I know the Church is TRUE and it's getting closer and closer. Looking forward to THE LORD.

  • @mnikaluza4
    @mnikaluza4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    They could just insert this into fall 2020 conference... so on track. Humbling.

  • @fatimacristobal9060
    @fatimacristobal9060 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    This talk bring me tears, for today International Fasting I’ve been praying so hard that me and my Family are prepared to meet him. ♥️

  • @guardianangel9517
    @guardianangel9517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I needed to re-watch President Oaks' talk. He's so inspiring and comforting all in one. I'm SO GRATEFUL for our leaders who are preordained and chosen by God.
    We are SO LOVED and BLESSED 🙏🏼🫂💞⚘

  • @petermintar907
    @petermintar907 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I am grateful that I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

    • @merinageorge7530
      @merinageorge7530 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Be steadfast in Christ ☺alwày examine oneself can help to be prepared

  • @robertov.maldonado8219
    @robertov.maldonado8219 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I may be late for this talk it ,I just came across it and find it a truthful and uplifting warning of the sing of the time and from in D&C ,as said by this Elder. So come unto the Lord for the time is now .Amen.

  • @lesliecummings8480
    @lesliecummings8480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’ve read this talk many times. It’s even more appropriate, valid and telling of our condition today than it was nearly 20 years ago when it was given.
    #ComeListenToAProhetsVoice.

  • @bcourd2421
    @bcourd2421 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I love all the leaders and thank them for all the guidance we are recieving from them!

  • @MLeib56
    @MLeib56 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    One of best of President Oaks great talks! He tells it like it is, with great power and authority.

  • @charlenepinola4310
    @charlenepinola4310 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I'm so happy to have prophets and disciples in the latterdays we are very fortunate i love our church and our leaders

  • @ashleyandmicahenglish5587
    @ashleyandmicahenglish5587 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    No one talking about the fact that Oaks identifies this time period as "the hinge point in the church" and President Nelson in 2019-2020 is saying "this next conference is the beginning of the hinge point for the church"...
    Ummmmm?!

    • @fireofevender5515
      @fireofevender5515 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      He is at the door. And the hinge is moving!

    • @karaluke2957
      @karaluke2957 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Watch millennial reign on TH-cam. One of his videos is on the 7th seal timeline and one is on spiritual treasures. Both of them talk about the hinge point that is very significant in the church's timeline. The wheat and the tares are being gathered as we speak... President Nelson's talk in April 2020 ensign is eye opening as well.

  • @dskipps5263
    @dskipps5263 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    More than ever during this ‘commotion in the world’ may we prepare ourselves for His Second Coming...

  • @phillipdodds7860
    @phillipdodds7860 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Amen Elder Oaks. The sad part is that in the past five years, this word has become worse. The Lord will come soon. That’s the good part!!

  • @MrDJS444
    @MrDJS444 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I don’t remember this talk when it was given. Regardless, it is only truer today than when Elder Oaks gave it, and nobody needed to hear it more today than me. Thank you, TH-cam “genie”, for putting it in my feed today.

    • @olgawhorton9658
      @olgawhorton9658 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      We the people who are faithfully to the Lord, will stand tall and firm in our beliefs.

    • @JoeyFTaylor
      @JoeyFTaylor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      MrDJS444 I feel the exact same way! I really needed to hear this today! I was surprised to see it was 5 years ago as it so describes the state of our Earth today. I feel very blessed it popped up in my feed today. I needed to be fed 😊

    • @rdfoto3
      @rdfoto3 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was April, 2004. Consider what has happened since . . .

  • @normavery1845
    @normavery1845 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    It is so inspiring to listen to people's experience who have drifted away from the gospel and left the covenant path and then returned. It is one thing to be courageous and stay on the path but it's even more courageous and inspiring as you hear people with the courage to come back and do what's right rather than refusing to admit they made a mistake. I have made my share of mistakes and found that it's much better to quickly admit and get back on the path so that we can have the comforting guidance of the Holy Ghost. I am so proud of those that share their experience, it builds my testimony. I Share my witness that I to know that this is the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are blessed with our Savior Jesus Christ who loves us and he speaks to his church through prophets and has blessed us with the second witness of him in the Book of Mormon.

  • @justalittlebitmo
    @justalittlebitmo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    This popped up in my recommended feed. Timely reminders for times like these.

  • @ATD1990
    @ATD1990 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Every word in this talk is true! I pray that I will get my act together before the second coming. I know our heavenly father and his teachings are true and the right way to follow..

  • @lifeloverlorijean
    @lifeloverlorijean 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    How thankful I am for the Gospel of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We are so blessed to have the additional truth!

  • @KennethRothey
    @KennethRothey 7 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    I feel that I am somewhat headed down the correct path yet I rejoice in this timely warning and know that I must continue on this path. Endure to the end!

    • @ferris_wheel9868
      @ferris_wheel9868 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kenneth Rothey Endure with steadfast faith in Christ! All is well with Him❤️

    • @PapaKryptoss
      @PapaKryptoss 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've changed my ways. I'm hoping one day Bailey will get baptized and David will get reactivated. I'm praying this happens Peace

  • @roseduwaba4243
    @roseduwaba4243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is the time of preparation for the second coming of our Saviour Jesus Christ we should all be prepared to meet him this talk by our Leaders and Prophets are encouraging us all to prepare and to meet God .I thank the Elders of this great Church The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  • @elainewilhelm5487
    @elainewilhelm5487 5 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Love his voice! My Grandmother knew her Bible she believed we would see the return of the Lord in our lifetimes!

  • @devonmarr9872
    @devonmarr9872 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Action. The Lord has called all to immediate and continued action. Act now and keep acting. He is coming back and we need to prepare as many as possible for His coming

  • @katiegardner9645
    @katiegardner9645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    So much truth spoken in this talk. Truly inspiring!

  • @kimishola9236
    @kimishola9236 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful! Thank you so much Elder Oaks 🙏❤️

  • @lilask2667
    @lilask2667 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    These revelatory's words pronounced by President Oaks are so fresh and applicable today amid COVID-19. Thank you, God, for the living prophets talking on behalf of You.

  • @EdelweissM_TheJourney
    @EdelweissM_TheJourney 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you again, President Oaks for your strong, inspiring message!

  • @connieeicher
    @connieeicher 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Great talk. This really touched my heart and I hope and pray to have the wisdom to prepare for the Lord's coming.

  • @truthinkr77
    @truthinkr77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Need for preparation for the coming of Christ - spoken like the true witness of Christ that he is.

  • @Rudyard_Stripling
    @Rudyard_Stripling 7 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    I just love Elder Oaks and his sweet spirit :D

  • @kevincantrell8109
    @kevincantrell8109 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Let's be prepared. Spiritual things await. Blessings and hugs brothers and sisters 🕊🙏

    • @parkerplace2910
      @parkerplace2910 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I grew up on a farm. That taught me more than the church has ever taught me about being prepared and how to do it.

  • @nancyarchibald9095
    @nancyarchibald9095 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The 10:00 minute mark going forward is profound. I pray that my temporal and spiritual preparations will suffice. I pray I'll be ready to lift and nurture others around me. God loves His elect. His remnant. Work to be counted in the ranks of His righteous believers. We have faith in the great Jehovah for He shall come as He has promised.

  • @vanessadelacruz3753
    @vanessadelacruz3753 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    All that are happening now are what God wants us to ponder and give heed that we have to start preparing ourselves for His coming. Thank you for all the revelations that we receive continually from our living prophet. ❤

  • @SalisuSheidu-d6n
    @SalisuSheidu-d6n 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I love LDS teachings

  • @alexread7253
    @alexread7253 6 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    The single and most important thing we need to have at this time, the end of days is FAITH! Ask it in faith and it shall be answered for you!

  • @Sunshine-eb7ei
    @Sunshine-eb7ei 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    With all that is happening in 2020, this talk is ever so relevant! I know the gospel is true and the prophets of God are inspired! "Whether by my own voice or by the voice of my servants it is the same". Grateful for this! #SelfEvaluationNeeded

  • @guardianangel9517
    @guardianangel9517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I had to re-watch this video. President Oaks reminds me of a spiritual LION! Strong and beautiful❤🧡💛
    I had to pause it and do some repenting because I want to be READY for the Bridegroom
    🙏🏼👍🏻💜🤍🕊

  • @josephgeneroso122
    @josephgeneroso122 5 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Our living prophet really recieve a living revelation..we must prepare always and endure to the end..

  • @gymnastmomma6908
    @gymnastmomma6908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I watched this at conference 7 years ago and have listened to it several times since then. It keeps popping up as a suggestion. Not a coincidence, I'm sure.

  • @isaacabu4143
    @isaacabu4143 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I am really graceful for the powerful leaders that our heavenly Father has given to us
    To direct us in order live good life that can lead us back to the Lord

  • @cdeanneeckles
    @cdeanneeckles 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for posting this talk for review. I am grateful to listen to it again in 2020.

  • @timothiavaiangina9564
    @timothiavaiangina9564 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Such a great reminder. I feel like I'm reading a whole chapter in the Book of Mormon.

  • @Jingryl
    @Jingryl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    What a powerful message from our beloved apostle.

  • @tobycarr9171
    @tobycarr9171 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I HAVE BEEN watching THE. BYU channel, And want to tell you you are the very best , I was pretty much glued to your words , just wanted you to know your words have gotten to people, I think your one of the most intelligent people ever to cross my path , thank you Anthony CARR.

  • @sheriskousen4863
    @sheriskousen4863 6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    The single greatest sermon of this generation.

  • @viprealvip9810
    @viprealvip9810 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    God bless you for your spiritual talk elder Oaks !

  • @saucesgalore
    @saucesgalore 6 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    I pray that I am prepared to meet HIM.

  • @jensensharp
    @jensensharp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've had the oppurtunity to study finance and some of the intricacies within that profession. Many things are currently unfolding and it's been humbling for me to gain a cecculor point of view as well as a spiritual point of view for things that will come to pass.
    Times are upon us and though we may not know the day and time, something that has helped me to remain diligent and obediant in my covenants is the reassurance all will be made right through the atonement of our Savior. We are fortunate to have access to such divine truths and the proper steps to ensure our foundation is eternally solid.
    Remember one of the last things our big brother, our Savior, our Lord taught on Earth. "Love one another, even as I have loved you" stated three times to his diciples.
    Keep shining bright!
    Love and care from Arizona.

  • @dianealexander5532
    @dianealexander5532 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I so needed this talk at this time it struck me that I need to forgive all who have tresspast against me. Forgiveness is is a way to be prepared for the second coming, I have never thought of it that way. thank you President Oaks !

  • @KingdomWithin7
    @KingdomWithin7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Amen and Amen🙌 Heavenly Father you are always Good, Thank you ❤️ Yes in all things be watchful and pray, Be prepared! I will endure to the end in Jesus Name 🙌❤️🙌

    • @tamatiesousklonkie
      @tamatiesousklonkie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My Peace I give unto you - NOT as the world giveth, Give I unto you………

  • @lunidis6841
    @lunidis6841 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I cried watching this, because i felt the spirit fill the room. I've seen this video on my reccomended so many times, but avoided it because i was scared about the second coming. but now watching it im glad i watched it.

  • @emmasueferguson3634
    @emmasueferguson3634 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amen!!! Thank heavens for righteous men like bro. Oakes amd his teachings of Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father. God bless us all for living his teachings!!

  • @4pinky2011
    @4pinky2011 6 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    "Come quickly Lord and destroy the wicked, that we may worship thee openly"

    • @williamturner6192
      @williamturner6192 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bernard Martinez you can worship openly now, at least in many places, and the ability to do so openly won't be likely to change much

    • @johnharvey4448
      @johnharvey4448 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bernard Martinez Where is that quote from ?