For the Strength of Youth
Right Before Our Eyes
For the Strength of Youth May 2025


Saturday Morning Session

Right Before Our Eyes

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We are grateful to be on earth when the Church is increasing in numbers and influence, but more importantly in the hearts and lives of its members. …

Today the Church has 367 temples in various stages of design, construction, or operation. … Brothers and sisters, we are hastening our holiness as we live temple worthy, as we worship in the house of the Lord, and as we make covenants with God for ourselves and on behalf of our ancestors on the other side of the veil. …

We see the Lord hastening His work in missions. … More than numbers, the spirit of the gathering is bringing souls to Jesus Christ and His gospel. …

We see the Lord hastening educational opportunities for our members and even those not of our faith around the world. …

Currently more than 800,000 students worldwide are enrolled in seminary and institute, the highest enrollment in the history of the Church. …

Another area that shows the growing reach of education in the Church is BYU–Pathway Worldwide. … Completing the courses means access to employment, and access to employment means a better life for families and more opportunities to serve the Lord. …

I recognize that in the midst of the good news of the gospel, there are those who struggle, who have faith challenges, doubts, and questions that seem to have no answers. Brothers and sisters, Jesus Christ is the answer. Start with Him. Look for His hand in your life. Listen to Him. …

Know that He understands.