President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints passed away September 27, 2025. Grace Andrus, Bea Matos and guest Robert Walquist reflect on His life, teachings and legacy.
Brother Walquist, a religion professor at BYU-Idaho, shares his experiences teaching the class “Teachings of the Living Prophets” and emphasizes how President Nelson deeply connected with young adults, inspiring purpose and joy. Key teachings like “Think Celestial,” “Joy in Our Lives” and focusing on one’s identity as a child of God, all of which encourage Christ-centered living.
The conversation also highlights President Nelson’s remarkable life outside the Church, particularly his pioneering contributions to heart surgery, and how his guidance and faith shaped both medical and spiritual communities.
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