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Lesson 20-Russell M. Nelson, “Generations Linked in Love,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2010, 91–94.

Every human being who comes to this earth is the product of generations.  Patience is the key to unlocking greater faith, humility, long-suffering, and love as we wait upon the Lord.  See also:  "Patience" by Neal A Maxwell, BYU Speeches 1979.  Music: Carol Him Sweetly by Ruth Elaine Schram

Lesson 19-Russell M. Nelson, “Celestial Marriage,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2008, 92–95.

The Proclamation on the Family helps us realize that Celestial Marriage brings greater possibilities for happiness than does any other relationship. In this lesson we talk about what President Nelson says about our choices and creating a marriage that lasts forever, how to treat our spouse, and why this brings us the greatest blessing that Heavenly Father can offer us.

Lesson 18-Russell M. Nelson, “Personal Preparation for Temple Blessings,” Ensign, May 2001, 32–35.

Some benefits of the temple from President Nelson:  "Spiritual doors will open.  You will learn how to part the veil between heaven and earth.  How to ask God's angels to attend you and how better to receive direction from heaven.  Your diligent efforts to do so will reinforce and strengthen your spiritual foundation."

Lesson 17-Russell M. Nelson, “The Sabbath Is a Delight,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2015, 129–32.

We invite you to examine your feelings about, and your behavior on, the Sabbath day, the Lord's day. Delight thyself in the Lord!

Lesson 16-Russell M. Nelson, “Joy and Spiritual Survival,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2016, 81–84.

President Nelson teaches "Joy is powerful, and focusing on joy brings God’s power into our lives. As in all things, Jesus Christ is our ultimate exemplar, “who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross.” Think of that! In order for Him to endure the most excruciating experience ever endured on earth, our Savior focused on joy!"    

Lesson 15-Russell M. Nelson, “Decisions for Eternity,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2013, 106–9.

What does it mean to live your life as though you were expecting it to last an eternity?  Our religion has one of the most unique doctrines about eternal progression of any religion on earth.  Join us as we contemplate Thinking Celestial!

Lesson 14-Russell M. Nelson, “The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017, 60–63.

We need to feel, deep in "the inmost part" of our hearts, that the Book of Mormon is unequivocally the word of God.  We must feel it so deeply that we would never want to live even one day without it.

Lesson 13-Russell M. Nelson, “Living by Scriptural Guidance,” Ensign, Nov. 2000, 16–18.

President Nelson reminds us that to arrive at our desired Eternal destination, we need guidance. We discuss why we need guidance, where we obtain it, and how we can achieve it.