Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches clips

Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

The impact of Joseph Smith’s life has been debated for decades. Listen as prophets, apostles, professors, and historians discuss the life of Joseph Smith and add their personal witnesses that he was God’s servant. This unique account commemorates the 174th anniversary of the Prophet’s martyrdom.

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Joseph Smith's Christlike Attributes | Jack H. Goaslind | June 1995
Elder Jack H. Goaslind speaks on how Joseph Smith's Christlike attributes attest to the fact that this his greatest desire was to emulate the Savior and do His will. Click here to view the speech.
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Joseph Smith: Lover of the Cause of Christ | Heidi S. Swinton | November 2004
Heidi Swinton delivers a powerful call to stand by the Prophet Joseph Smith by living for the cause he loved: the cause of Christ. Access the speech page here.
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The Ongoing Restoration (Excerpted) | Gary E. Stevenson | August 2019
Elder Stevenson shares his testimony of the ongoing Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. It began with Joseph Smith, and it is still happening today. Click here to view the speech.
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The Book of Mormon: Man-Made or God-Given? | Tad R. Callister | November 2016
Many critics of the Book of Mormon have tried but failed to give a credible alternative to Joseph Smith's testimony of it. How can we know if it is true? Click here to view the speech.
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Joseph’s School | Justin Collings | August 2025
BYU is the university of the Restoration. Joseph Smith’s revelations on God, Christ, knowledge, and truth teach the school’s divine mission. Click here to see the speech page.
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The Profile of a Prophet | Hugh B. Brown | October 1955
If you had to create the profile of a prophet, what would it look like? Hugh B. Brown speaks on how Joseph Smith's character and works testify of his prophetic calling. Click here to view the speech.
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Unlocking the Doors | M. Russell Ballard | November 1989
Despite intense opposition during some of the Church's history, the gospel has been busy unlocking the doors of nations and hearts worldwide. Click here to view the speech.
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Stand by My Servant Joseph | Cecil O. Samuelson | January 2005
The Lord's commandment to stand by Joseph Smith with true loyalty applies to each of us as builders and defenders of God's kingdom. Click here to view the speech.
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But for Joseph | Katherine D. Pullins | June 2000
Associate law school dean Katherine D. Pullins shares her story of conversion to the gospel and Church that Joseph Smith restored. But for Joseph and his contributions, she testifies, not only would the world be vastly lacking, but so would our individual lives. Click here to view the speech.
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Joseph Smith Lecture 8: The Last Months and Martyrdom | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978
Truman Madsen covers the martyrdom of Joseph Smith and the last few months of the Prophet’s life before adding his personal testimony. Click here to view the speech. © 1989 Truman G. Madsen. ℗ 2003 Deseret Book Company. All rights reserved. For personal, educational use only. No part of this wo…
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