Anna Taylor, the online employment and scheduling director at BYU-Idaho, shared a personal testimony of finding peace and strength through the Atonement of Jesus Christ, recounting her daughter, Janice's, health struggles during missionary service. Taylor emphasized Christ's role in providing comfort and healing for all challenges, encouraging others to build a relationship with Him for enduring happiness.
Elder Gerrit W. Gong, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered a message at BYU-Idaho centered on navigating life's decisions through trust in the Lord and seeking spiritual guidance. He emphasized anchoring oneself in Jesus Christ and the scriptures, highlighting the significance of the lilies of the field as a symbol of God's care and provision for those who trust in Him.
Animal and Food Science Department faculty member Kerry Powell discusses the correlation between science and religion, highlighting the role of animals in teaching and blessing human lives in his BYU-Idaho devotional address. He emphasizes the divine potential inherent in human development, urging contemplation on the growth potential and the intimate involvement of God in our lives.
Brother Michael T. Nelson, second counselor in the Young Men General Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints shares how the choices students make in this life are important for their spiritual growth and progression in his devotional address at BYU-Idaho.
In her devotional address, Mindy Harris elaborates on joy and happiness and how the trials she has faced have helped her enjoy the small and simple moments in life.
Dwight Wray, a BYU-Idaho faculty member in the Biology Department, gave a devotional talk about the simple things students can do to strengthen their personal relationship with the Savior and how to become better disciples of Jesus Christ.
BYU-Idaho's President and Sister Meredith shared insights from the fall semester, emphasizing the importance of building on the institution's foundation and aligning its mission with the classroom.
Roger Nichols is the UX and Web Development Manager at BYU-Idaho and today’s devotional speaker. In an interview with BYU-Idaho Radio, he talked about how change is necessary even though it can be difficult. He said it’s important to embrace it. His talk is titled, “Embracing Change.”
Presiding Bishop Gérald Caussé delivered the BYU-Idaho devotional on November 28, 2023. His talk, “I Saw Your Potential,” highlights how people can fulfill their divine potential and help others to discover their potential. Bishop Caussé is the 15th Presiding Bishop in the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was called as Presiding Bishop in October 2015. Before his call to serve as the Presiding Bishop, he served as a General Authority Seventy and a counselor in the Presiding Bishopric.
Tony Carpenter is the Creative Services manager at BYU-Idaho and today’s devotional speaker. He sat down with BYU-Idaho Radio to discuss the process of writing his talk as well as what he hopes people take away from his message. His talk is titled “Mortality is a Master Class.”