General Conference Recap: Our Favorite Quotes

By Becky Squire

Another weekend of General Conference has come and gone and I’m already missing the “high” I always get listening to 10 hours of prophetic and inspiring words from the leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

If you’re like me and need another little boost of comfort and encouragement, enjoy a few of my favorite quotes from the October 2020 General Conference.

“Christianity is comforting, but it is often not comfortable. The path to holiness and happiness here and hereafter is a long and sometimes rocky one. It takes time and tenacity to walk it. But, of course, the reward for doing so is monumental.” Elder Jeffrey R. Holland 

“I believe the change we seek in ourselves and in the groups we belong to will come less by activism and more by actively trying every day to understand one another.” Sharon L. Eubank

“I testify that you are citizens of the Lord’s kingdom on the earth. You are daughters of a loving Heavenly Father, who sent you into the world with unique gifts that you promised to use to bless others.” Henry B. Eyring

“Please keep going! Your vigilance in safe guarding your homes and instilling faith in the hearts of your loved ones will reap rewards for generations to come.” Russell M. Nelson

“The more you understand your true identity and purpose, soul deep, the more it will influence everything in your life.” Michelle D. Craig

“Whether you have access to a temple or not, you need a current temple recommend to stay firmly on the covenant path.” Ronald A. Rasband

“Knowing that we are all children of God gives us a divine vision of the worth of all others and the will and ability to rise above prejudice and racism.” Dallin H. Oaks

“Our youth can’t wait for the world to right itself before they come to know the Savior.” Steven J. Lund

“The Lord does not expect us to do more than we can do, but He does expect us to do what we can do… when we can do it.” W. Christopher Waddell

“In the culture of Christ, women are elevated to their proper and eternal status. They are not subservient to men, as in many cultures in today’s world, but full and equal partners here and in the world to come.” William K. Jackson

“God does not love one race more than another. The doctrine on this matter is clear. He invites all to come and to him, black and white, bond and free, male and female.” Russell M. Nelson

“As the world speaks less of Jesus Christ, let us speak more of Him.” Neil L. Andersen

“Loving mercy means that we do not just love the mercy God extends to us, we delight that God extends the same mercy to others.” Dale G. Renlund 

“Let God prevail.” Russell M. Nelson

Becky Squire is a writer and speaker. She has been published in several media outlets including the Ensign, LDS Living, and the Today Show. She's also the founding editor of Latter-day Woman Magazine. Follow Becky Squire on Instagram