Classic BYU Speeches
BYU Speeches
BYU Speeches
Classic BYU Speeches
BYU Speeches
BYU Speeches

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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.

Episodes

  • Born of The Spirit | Harold B. Lee | June 1962
    Christ taught Nicodemus that being born again of water and the Spirit means a true change of heart, not just ordinances. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • The Atonement | Bruce R. McConkie | May 1953
    Jesus Christ’s atonement for our sins was an eternally necessary sacrifice for us that we could not have completed for ourselves. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • Keeping the Gospel Simple | Glen L. Rudd | February 1988
    The gospel is “simply beautiful and beautifully simple.” Understanding the simplicity of the first gospel principles helps us to live righteously. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • “Loving with the Spirit and with the Understanding” | Marlin K. Jensen | March 1993
    With a testimony of the potential of marriage and family happiness, we are capable of loving with the spirit and with understanding. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ | Gene R. Cook | November 1981
    Faith in the Lord is more than just a passive feeling. True faith is a principle of action and sacrifice, and it brings about miracles. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • The Commanding Image of Christ | Truman G. Madsen | November 1965
    Christ descended below all; His light reaches all. In doubt, sin, or despair, His intelligence lifts us as we repent and seek Him. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • “Out of Small Things Proceedeth That Which Is Great” | Cheryl Brown | May 1993
    Contrary to how most of the world works, the Lord manages to turn seemingly insignificant and small things into great miracles. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • The Inconvenient Messiah | Jeffrey R. and Patricia T. Holland | February 1982
    Christ overcame temptation for appetite, glory, and wealth. His way was inconvenient, and ours will be too if we truly follow Him. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • “For When I Am Weak, Then Am I Strong” | Gérald Caussé | December 2013
    As you build on strengths and weaknesses, make sure to recognize limitations, remain faithful to covenants, and trust the Lord. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • The Qualities Needed for Greatness | Belle S. Spafford | March 1969
    True greatness comes through character, sacrifice, service, and Christlike living—not worldly power, wealth, or recognition. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • Lift Up Thine Eyes: Miracles Large and Small | Rex E. and Janet G. Lee | December 1995
    If we pay attention, there are miracles all around us—large and small, in the world and in our lives. The greatest miracles happen in our heart. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • Who Shall Declare His Generation? | Bruce R. McConkie | December 1975
    Elder McConkie offers his testimony of Christ's divine parentage. We, too, can testify of his identity as the Son of God; we can “declare his generation.” Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • “That They Might Have Joy” | David A. Bednar | December 2018
    Elder David A. Bednar reminds us that if we turn to Jesus Christ’s teachings, we can find peace. They were given “that we might have joy.” Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • The Atonement and Our Part in It | A. Theodore Tuttle | December 1983
    Elder A. Theodore Tuttle discusses the Atonement and our part in it. We must take important steps to fully access the Savior's Atonement. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • Learning to Live Simply | Matthew Cowley | June 1953
    Learn to live the simple life through faith, repentance, covenants, and giving. Find true happiness in the simple principles of the gospel. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • Be Renewed in the Spirit of your Mind | Patricia T. Holland | September 1988
    We can't fight our external battles by waging internal wars. Positive thinking must continually renew our mind—we must be our own best friend. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • “Another Testament of Jesus Christ” | Dallin H. Oaks | June 1993
    The Book of Mormon must not be neglected. Its testimony of the Savior Jesus Christ ought to be the center or our faith. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • We Believe in Prophecy | LeGrand Richards | November 1978
    We believe in the gift of prophecy. We see today the fulfillment of prophecies from long ago, and they give us faith to follow our living prophets now. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • Faith and Families | Russell M. Nelson | February 2005
    Marriage and the choice to raise children require increasing faith, but the mortal and eternal blessings of families are well worth it. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  • “Lean Not unto Thine Own Understanding” | Gary E. Stevenson | January 2014
    Get true understanding as you study, pray, and serve. Such understanding comes as you trust in the Lord, rather than yourself. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.