Want to deepen your weekly gospel study? Try the BYU Speeches Come, Follow Me podcast! Here, you’ll find inspiring devotionals that pair with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Come, Follow Me lesson for the week. These stories and insights can help bring scripture themes to life, and it might be just what you need to boost your personal, family, and church study.
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A spiritual boost, right at your fingertips. Speakers from all walks of life are invited to speak at BYU each Tuesday and share their experiences with the student body—and with you. Tune in for spiritual guidance, leadership tips, and more from highly acclaimed speakers striving to uplift and educate.
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Stuck in a spiritual rut? Listen to this weekly podcast from BYU Speeches to hear tried-and-true messages from decades past. Find old favorites and discover hidden gems from the BYU Speeches archive with these well-loved talks from apostles, prophets, professors, and professionals. These messages of faith, hope, and other holy principles are sure to lift and inspire you.
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The impact of Joseph Smith’s life has been debated for decades. Listen as prophets, apostles, professors, and historians discuss the life of Joseph Smith and add their personal witnesses that he was God’s servant. This unique account commemorates the 174th anniversary of the Prophet’s martyrdom.
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Elder David B. Haight offers a stirring testimony of Joseph Smith: the Prophet of the Restoration. The courageous and selfless giving of his life is evidence of Joseph's devotion to the Lord and to the Saints. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Learn to love yourself as God does, for you have infinite value and potential. Elder Faust suggests essentials to keep a healthy self-esteem. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Wave flags of discipleship! Proudly carry the banners of peacemaker, understanding, the restoration, and engagement. Gary E. Stevenson, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on January 21, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Richard C. Edgley delivers a powerful summary of the accomplishments of Joseph Smith, the prophet. His revelations, acts, and trials testify of his calling. Click here to see the speech page. This devotional address was given in August, 2005. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Neal A. Maxwell expounds on the nature of Christ and those who become His children through obeying His gospel and becoming like Him. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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With God’s grace we can overcome the impossible. We experience His grace—and more miracles—when we choose to be a miracle for someone else. C. Shane Reese, president of Brigham Young University, delivered this devotional address on January 14, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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We all need connections. When we center our connections on covenants with Jesus Christ, we and others will be strengthened. Wendy W. Reese, wife of BYU President C. Shane Reese, delivered this devotional address on January 14, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Richard Anderson shares how Paul and Joseph Smith are similar. Both received revelation, demonstrated service, and were ultimately martyred. Click here to see the speech page. This devotional address was given in August, 1983. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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David L. Paulsen speaks on how examining the life of Joseph Smith can help us learn to find meaning in our suffering, maintain hope, and trust God. In the face of evil, we can find peace. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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As followers of Jesus Christ, we have every reason to rejoice with hope despite the despair and discouragement that surrounds us. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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The Doctrine and Covenants not only teaches us Church doctrine but also how to receive personal revelation. Do you treasure the D&C? Click here to see the speech page. This devotional address was given in March, 1985. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Elder Larry Y. Wilson reminds us that we must be prepared for the return of our King, Jesus Christ. He gives suggestions on how to prepare. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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The Restoration | Joseph Smith Lecture 1: The First Vision and Its Aftermath | Truman G. Madsen
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Truman Madsen speaks on Joseph Smith’s early life, First Vision, and life in the aftermath, including lessons, experiences, and consequences. Click here to see the speech page. This devotional address was given in August, 1978. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Noel B. Reynolds offers a sampling of scholarly evidence to date for the veracity of the Book of Mormon's ancient authorship. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Jesus Christ gave us the gifts of prophets, the Church, scriptures, our nation, and even His life. What can we give to Him? Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Let us reflect on our love for and faith in the Savior Jesus Christ. We must remember His importance at all times of the year. Click here to see the speech page. This devotional address was given in December, 1975. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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We are responsible to learn of and become witnesses of Jesus Christ. As we do, we positively influence our posterity and those around us. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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The companionship of the Holy Ghost is essential in our quest for knowledge. Fully using this gift will help our weaknesses become strengths. Click here to see the speech page. This devotional address was given in June, 2014. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Gordon B. Hinckley shares his testimony that Joseph Smith was called to be a prophet of God. There are many others whose lives testified of his call. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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If you desire to find the true spirit of Christmas and partake of the sweetness of it, find time to turn your heart to God. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Our covenant relationships with God can help us feel peace through the earthquakes of life. We can feel His love even when facing uncertainty. J. Anette Dennis, first counselor in the Relief Society general presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on December 10, 2024. You can access the talk …
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We yearn for hope not just in this life but for eternity. Our hope is bolstered by understanding faith and charity, the pure love of Christ. Click here to see the speech page. This devotional address was given in January, 1995. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Unlike those of man, the laws of God are concerned with more than our actions; we must school our motivations, thoughts, and desires. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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We become God’s peculiar treasure by obeying His voice and keeping His covenants, including those in the temple endowment and marriage. Anthony D. Perkins, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on December 3, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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General Conference is an opportunity to fulfill the commandment to “meet together oft,” to edify one another, and to receive revelation. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Russell M. Nelson shares his testimony of the mission and ministry of Christ, who exemplified the virtues of love, knowledge, and worship. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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We will not be saved by our works, but Christ’s grace does not absolve us from effort. True faith in Jesus Christ requires action. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Two-parent homes are a privilege. Making strong families a national priority will improve children's lives and reduce poverty and inequality. Melissa S. Kearney, Neil Moskowitz Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland, delivered this forum address on November 19, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…
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Developing faith in ourselves requires us to trust in the Lord as well as have faith in His great plan and our part in it. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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Bonnie L. Oscarson teaches us how Joseph Smith's life teaches us about our potential, standing up to criticism, and repentance. A testimony of this prophet brings us closer to the Savior. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.BYU Speeches
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