What Came from Kirtland? | M. Russell Ballard | November 1994

We owe much to the Kirtland era of Church history. This time of the restoration is rich in visions, revealed doctrine, and essential progression. Click here to view the speech.

Joseph Smith: “A Choice Seer” | Neal A. Maxwell | March 1986

Elder Neal A. Maxwell bears powerful testimony of the choice seer Joseph Smith and his role in revealing essential truth about our Savior Jesus Christ. Click here to view the speech. 

The Importance of Asking Questions (Excerpted) | Cecil O. Samuelson | November 2001

In our quest for knowledge, we must learn to ask questions - but we must learn to ask the right questions, and we must learn how to find answers. Click here to view the speech. 

The Value of a Good Name | L. Tom Perry | February 1997

The scriptures make evident the importance that the Lord places in living up to a good name. We carry the namesake of our families and of God Himself. Click here to view the speech.

Lessons from Liberty Jail | Jeffrey R. Holland | September 2008

What lessons does Joseph Smith's experience in Liberty Jail teach us about God's love? How can our trials be both a prison and a temple? Jeffrey R. Holland answers these questions and more in this BYU Devotional. Click here to view the speech. 

“Lightning Out of Heaven”: Joseph Smith and the Forging of Community | Terryl L. Givens | November 2005

Joseph Smith ignited something in thousands of men and women that connects them to God and to each other in powerful ways. Click here to view the speech. 

Parallel Prophets: Paul and Joseph Smith | Richard L. Anderson | August 1983

Richard Lloyd Anderson shares how, in many ways, the apostle Paul and Joseph Smith are similar. Both of these prophetic figures received revelation, demonstrated devoted service, and were persecuted and ultimately martyred for their testimonies. Click here to view the speech. 

The Lord God of Joseph Smith | Bruce R. McConkie | January 1972

The God of Joseph Smith's time is not absent. We can come to know Him, His revelations, and His miracles, just as the Prophet did. Click here to view the speech. 

Joseph Smith—the Chosen of God and the Friend of Man | Ivan J. Barrett | August 1975

Joseph Smith's character is perhaps one of the best manifestations of his calling. He was not only chosen of God, but a loyal friend of man. Click here to view the speech. 

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.