"He Is Not Here, but Is Risen"
President Gordon B. Hinckley
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The speaker reflects on the certainty and finality of death, recounting visits to the tombs of historical figures and cemeteries of war casualties, contrasting their earthly power and influence with the oblivion of the grave.
I have stood at the tomb of Napoleon in Paris, at the tomb of Lenin in Moscow, and before the burial places of many others of the great leaders of the earth. In their time they commanded armies, they ruled with almost omnipotent power, their very words brought terror into the hearts of people. I have reverently walked through some of the great cemeteries of the world. I have reflected quietly and thoughtfully as I have stood in the military cemetery in Manila in the Philippines where are buried ... (continued)
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"He Is Not Here, but Is Risen"
President Gordon B. Hinckley
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The speaker recounts his recent visit to Jerusalem, reflecting on the life, ministry, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the significance of His divine mission and the reality of His resurrection as witnessed by many.
Two weeks ago, I was in Jerusalem, that great and ancient city where Jesus walked 2,000 years ago. Standing on a high point, I looked down upon the Old City. I thought of Bethlehem, a few miles to the south, where He was born in a lowly manger. He who was the Son of God, the Only Begotten Son, left His Father"™s celestial courts to take on mortality. At His birth, angels sang and Wise Men came to bestow gifts. He grew as did other boys in Nazareth of Galilee. There He 'increased in wisdom and ... (continued)
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"He Is Not Here. He Is Risen"
Elder David B. Haight
- Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
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Jesus finds rest and comfort in the home of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus in Bethany, where he is loved and welcomed.
Probably nowhere did Jesus find more needed rest and happier hours than in Bethany in the quiet house of that family whom, according to John, he loved (see John 11:5). This small village with this very special family was just outside Jerusalem on the eastern slope of the Mount of Olives. The family evidently consisted of Martha, Mary, and their brother, Lazarus. This quiet village, though only two miles from Jerusalem, was completely hidden from the bustle of the crowds and must have fed the sou ... (continued)
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"He Is Not Here. He Is Risen"
Elder David B. Haight
- Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
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Jesus delays his visit to the dying Lazarus, and upon arrival, comforts Martha and Mary before raising Lazarus from the dead.
While Jesus was about his ministry he received a solemn message that he whom he loved was sick (see John 11:3). Lazarus was Jesus’ intimate personal friend outside the circle of Apostles. The scripture account tells us Jesus did not leave at once in response to the request because he was occupied with his important work [see John 11:6] but he sent word that he would come. Four days later when Jesus arrived at Bethany he stayed outside the little village, the record tells us, inasmuch as a ... (continued)
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"He Is Not Here. He Is Risen"
Elder David B. Haight
- Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
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Count Leo Tolstoy expresses admiration for the teachings of the Mormon Church to Andrew D. White and predicts its potential to become a great power.
Count Leo Tolstoy, Russian author and statesman, in conversation with Andrew D. White, United States foreign minister to Russia, in 1892 said, 'I wish you would tell me about your American religion.' 'We have no state church in America,' replied Dr. White. 'I know that, but what about your American religion?' Dr. White explained to Tolstoy that in America each person is free to belong to the particular church in which he is interested. Tolstoy impatiently replied: 'I know all of this, but I want ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen from the Dead"
Elder Albert E. Bowen
- Of the Council of the Twelve Apostles
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A mother receives a message from the war or navy department informing her of her son's death, leading her to reflect on his life and the dreams she had for him.
THE SORROW OF MOTHERS
Perhaps no day now goes by that some home is not made desolate by receipt of a message from the war or navy department beginning: "We regret to inform you. . ." Then a few phrases about courage, devotion to duty, dying gloriously, and some mother knows the dull heavy thud of a heartbreak signaling blasted hopes for her boy that will not come home again. No one may know what reveries troop through her mind as she sits alone, disconsolate. . . The boy that ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen from the Dead"
Elder Albert E. Bowen
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Mary, the mother of Jesus, reflects on her son's life and death, from the angelic annunciation to his crucifixion, and struggles to understand the purpose of his suffering and ignominious death.
Then, perhaps, as she sits with her musings, companioned by despair, she sees a vision of hope born of the story of that other mother, who with a few women and one tone disciple, watched so long ago at the foot of the cross as her first born, nailed high upon it, died in agony between malefactors, 'mid the jeers and taunts of a ribald soldiery and the gloatings of apparently victorious, bigoted and vengeful adversaries. His birth had been heaven-proclaimed, for the angel of God came to that moth ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen from the Dead"
Elder Albert E. Bowen
- Of the Council of the Twelve Apostles
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Paul recounts his conversion experience to King Agrippa, detailing his initial persecution of Christians and his encounter with the risen Jesus on the road to Damascus.
PAUL'S TESTIMONY BEFORE AGRIPPA
Paul, standing in bonds before Agrippa, said:
At midday, O king, I saw in the way a light from heaven, above the brightness of the sun, shining round about me and them which journeyed with me.
And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.
And I said, Who art thou, Lord? And he said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutestActs ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen from the Dead"
Elder Albert E. Bowen
- Of the Council of the Twelve Apostles
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Mr. Moody advises a young preacher who questions the importance of Christ's death, emphasizing the necessity of preaching the atonement.
MR. MOODY'S ADVICE TO A YOUNG PREACHER
It is related that in Europe, the great evangelist, Mr. Moody, was asked by a young minister, "What makes the difference between the success of your preaching and mine; one of us is wrong?"
Moody said: "You have heard me preach and I haven't heard you, you tell me the difference."
The minister answered: "You make a good deal out of the death of Christ. . . I don't think that has anything to do with it. I preach life."
Then Mr. Moody quoted him sev ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen from the Dead"
Elder Albert E. Bowen
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Jesus interrupts a funeral procession to resurrect the only son of a widow, symbolizing His power over death and offering hope to all who mourn.
The record tells of an occurrence when Jesus with His disciples and "much people" was entering the city called Nain. They were met by a funeral procession taking to his burial the only son of a widow. Having compassion upon that mother, Jesus bade her cease weeping and bidding the young man to arise from the bier He delivered him alive to herLuke 7:11-16As He stopped that funeral procession and restored the dead to life so by His death and resurrection He has stopped forever the triumph of death ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Ezra Taft Benson
- Of the Council of the Twelve Apostles
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The speaker recounts the unexpected invitation to attend the conference by President David O. McKay and leaving the mission field where they were holding a series of inspiring meetings with missionaries.
I am grateful to President David O. McKay, whom I sustain as a prophet of God, for inviting Sister Benson and me to attend this great conference, even though we had not expected it, and even though it is not easy to leave the mission field. Have you ever attended a mission-wide conference of more than two hundred devoted, enthusiastic, wonderful missionaries? We were in the midst of a series of such inspiring meetings when President McKay's cablegram arrived. In fact, we concluded one of these m ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Ezra Taft Benson
- Of the Council of the Twelve Apostles
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The speaker describes the resurrection of Jesus Christ, emphasizing its significance and the events that occurred, including the disbelief of his followers, his crucifixion, and the eventual discovery of the empty tomb by his devoted followers.
Testimony: Jesus Is the Christ I bear witness to you that Jesus is the Christ, the Savior and Redeemer of the world—the very Son of God. He was born the babe of Bethlehem. He lived and ministered among men. He was crucified on Calvary. His friends deserted him. His closest associates did not fully understand his mission, and they doubted. One of the most trusted denied knowing him. A pagan governor, struggling with his conscience after consenting to Jesus' death, caused a sign to be erect ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Ezra Taft Benson
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The speaker reflects on the impact of Jesus Christ's life, his teachings, and his resurrection, and how they have influenced the world and the lives of individuals.
Impact of His Life No other single influence has had so great an impact on this earth as the life of Jesus the Christ. We cannot conceive of our lives without his teachings. Without him we would be lost in a mirage of beliefs and worships, born in fear and darkness where the sensual and materialistic hold sway. We are far short of the goal he set for us, but we must never lose sight of it; nor must we forget that our great climb toward the light, toward perfection, would not be possible except f ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Ezra Taft Benson
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The speaker testifies to the reality of Jesus Christ's resurrection and his appearances to many after his death, as well as the importance of his teachings and the comfort and peace he offers to believers.
Resurrection, A Glorious Reality Yes, Christ's resurrection was abundantly verified. The witnesses are many. Throughout the forty days following his resurrection the Lord manifested himself at intervals and gave instructions in the things pertaining to the kingdom of God. Much that he said and did is not written, but such things as are of record, John assures us, '. . . are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Ezra Taft Benson
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The speaker affirms his belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and shares his testimony that Jesus lives and has appeared in modern times, specifically to Joseph Smith, marking the restoration of Christ's Church on Earth.
His Church Restored Yes, this same Jesus has already come to earth in our day. The Resurrected Christ—glorified, exalted, the God of this world under the Father—appeared to the boy Joseph Smith in 1820. This same Jesus who was the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God of Moses, the Creator of this earth, has come in our day. He was introduced by the Father to Joseph Smith in these words: 'This is My Beloved Son. Hear Him!' JS—H 1:17 The appearance of God the Father and h ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Thomas S. Monson
- Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
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The speaker reflects on visiting cemeteries during travels and contemplates life and death, recalling the Swiss settlers in Santa Clara, Utah.
Not long ago a visitor asked, "What is there to see while I am in Salt Lake City?" Instinctively I suggested a tour of Temple Square, a drive to the nearby canyons, a visit to the Bingham copper mine, and perhaps a swim in the Great Salt Lake. A fear of being misunderstood kept me from expressing the thought, "Have you considered spending an hour or two at one of our cemeteries?" I never did reveal to him that wherever I travel I try to pay a visit to the town cemetery. It is a time of conte ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Thomas S. Monson
- Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
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The speaker describes the emotional impact of visiting military cemeteries and the sacrifices of soldiers, with specific mention of World War I and the American Civil War.
The largest cemeteries, and in many respects those which evoke the most tender emotions, are honored as the resting places of men who died in the caldron of conflict known as war while wearing the uniform of their country. One reflects on shattered dreams, unfulfilled hopes, grief-filled hearts, and lives cut short by the sharp scythe of war.
Acres of neat, white crosses in the cities of France and Belgium accentuate the terrible toll of World War I. Verdun, France, is"”in reality"”a giganti ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Thomas S. Monson
- Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
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The speaker recounts the story of William Ball and the Sullivan brothers, who enlisted together in the navy during World War II and were all lost at sea.
A walk through Punchbowl Cemetery in Honolulu or the Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Manila reminds one that not all who died in World War II are buried in quiet fields of green. Many slipped beneath the waves of the oceans on which they sailed and on which they died.
Among the thousands of servicemen killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor was a sailor by the name of William Ball, from Fredericksburg, Iowa. What distinguished him from so many others who died on that day in 1941 was not any spe ... (continued)
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Thomas S. Monson
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The speaker tells of a devoted teacher who passed away at twenty-seven, and how her influence lived on through her students, particularly one who continued to visit her grave for twenty-five years.
Frequently the profound influence one life has on the lives of others is never spoken and, occasionally, little known. Such was the experience of a teacher of girls, even twelve-year-olds in the Beehive class of Mutual. She had no children of her own, though she and her husband dearly longed for children. Her love was expressed through the devotion to her special girls as she taught them eternal truths and lessons of life. Then came illness, followed by death. She was but twenty-seven.
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"He Is Risen"
Elder Thomas S. Monson
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The speaker shares the tragic story of the Keller family, who lost three sons to carbon monoxide poisoning, and the profound impact their lives and deaths had on their community.
Two years ago, in beautiful Heber Valley just east of Salt Lake City, a loving mother and devoted father returned to that personal haven called home to discover that their three eldest sons lay dead. The night was bitter cold, and the fierce wind swept the falling snow, which covered the chimney, releasing deadly carbon monoxide fumes throughout the house.
The joint funeral service for the Keller boys was one of the most touching experiences of my life. The residents of the community had placed ... (continued)
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