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BYU Speeches

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A spiritual boost, right at your fingertips. Speakers from all walks of life are invited to speak at BYU each Tuesday and share their experiences with the student body—and with you. Tune in for spiritual guidance, leadership tips, and more from highly acclaimed speakers striving to uplift and educate.
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Teresa R. Bell | The Hand of God in Your Life | April 2025

Heavenly Father is a part of our lives. Morning and evening prayers, journal writing, and patriarchal blessings can help us see His hand. Teresa Bell, faculty member of the Department of German and Russian at BYU, delivered this devotional address on April 1, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 02, 202529 min

Religion’s Surprising Impact on Academic Success | Ilana M. Horwitz | March 2025

How does the “abider advantage” help many to excel in school? Religion complements education with discipline, structure, and support. Ilana M. Horwitz, assistant professor of Jewish studies and sociology at Tulane University, delivered this forum address on March 25, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 26, 202537 min

“Go to Work and Build” | Gabriel W. Reid | March 2025

Go forth with courage, trusting in God’s plan. Work with your heart, mind, and strength. And build, knowing that God is also building you. Gabriel W. Reid, second counselor in the Sunday School general presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on March 18, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 19, 202525 min

Discovering God’s Plan for You | Kalani Sitake | March 2025

God has a plan for you. Coach Sitake shares that there is divine design even in adversity; God loves you and has blessings in store. Kalani Sitake, head football coach at BYU, delivered this devotional address on March 11, 2025. You can access the full talk here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 13, 202523 min

“These Foolish Things” | Michael A. Dunn | March 2025

Faith in Christ and miracles may seem foolish, but being “fools for Christ” shows that the impossible becomes possible through His Atonement. Michael A. Dunn, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on March 4, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 05, 202532 min

Why Institutions Matter | Yuval Levin | 2025

Institutions should be formative not performative, providing structure and purpose. Strengthening them will combat America's social crisis. Yuval Levin, editor of National Affairs and director of social, cultural, and constitutional studies at the American Enterprise Institute delivered this forum address on February 25, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 26, 202522 min

My “Why” Is My Love for the Savior | Ricardo P. Giménez | 2025

Connecting all we do to our love for the Savior and basing our “why” in that love will help us understand what it means to be His disciple. Ricardo P. Giménez, a General Authority Seventy, delivered this devotional address on February 11, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 12, 202526 min

Jesus Christ Is the Answer | Kevin R. Duncan | February 2025

Our challenges all look different, but Jesus Christ is always the answer. He will heal and strengthen us and help us overcome the world. Kevin R. Duncan, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on February 4, 2025. You can access the full talk here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 04, 202526 min

“The Pursuit of Happiness” | Jeffrey Rosen | January 2025

As we study the Constitution and spend time reading, we can cultivate virtue and learn what the Founders meant by the “pursuit of happiness.” Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, delivered this forum address on January 28, 2025. You can access the full talk here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202534 min

Banners for Discipleship | Gary E. Stevenson | January 2025

Wave flags of discipleship! Proudly carry the banners of peacemaker, understanding, the restoration, and engagement. Gary E. Stevenson, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on January 21, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 22, 202532 min

God Loves Underdogs | C. Shane Reese | January 2025

With God’s grace we can overcome the impossible. We experience His grace—and more miracles—when we choose to be a miracle for someone else. C. Shane Reese, president of Brigham Young University, delivered this devotional address on January 14, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 202522 min

Connections | Wendy Reese | January 2025

We all need connections. When we center our connections on covenants with Jesus Christ, we and others will be strengthened. Wendy W. Reese, wife of BYU President C. Shane Reese, delivered this devotional address on January 14, 2025. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 202513 min

Finding Peace Amidst Uncertainty | J. Anette Dennis | 2024

Our covenant relationships with God can help us feel peace through the earthquakes of life. We can feel His love even when facing uncertainty. J. Anette Dennis, first counselor in the Relief Society general presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on December 10, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 11, 202430 min

Becoming God’s Peculiar Treasure | Perkins, Anthony D. | 2024

We become God’s peculiar treasure by obeying His voice and keeping His covenants, including those in the temple endowment and marriage. Anthony D. Perkins, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on December 3, 2024. You can access the talk here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 04, 202428 min

Making Strong Families a National Priority | Melissa S. Kearney | 2024

Two-parent homes are a privilege. Making strong families a national priority will improve children's lives and reduce poverty and inequality. Melissa S. Kearney, Neil Moskowitz Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland, delivered this forum address on November 19, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 20, 202428 min

Lessons on Endurance | J. Ty Hopkins | November 2024

Enduring isn’t just surviving. It includes work and effort, learning in the process, and drawing closer to God through prayer and gratitude. J. Ty Hopkins, professor and chair of the Department of Exercise Sciences at BYU, delivered this devotional address on November 12, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 13, 202431 min

The Divine Pattern of Deliverance | Amy A. Wright | November 2024

Paul's journey teaches us a divine pattern of deliverance. During the storms of life, we should fortify the anchors tethering us to Christ. Amy A. Wright, first counselor in the Primary general presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on November 5, 2024. You can access the talk here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 06, 202428 min

Five Loaves and Two Fishes | Dallas Jenkins | October 2024

“The Chosen” creator Dallas Jenkins learned it’s not our job to feed the 5,000. We bring our loaves and fishes; Christ does impossible math. Dallas Jenkins, creator of “The Chosen,” delivered this forum address on October 29, 2024. You can access the talk here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 202430 min

Journey to a Land of Promise—Obtaining Charity | Takashi Wada | 2024

The Book of Mormon is a textbook for our lives. By likening Nephi's story to ourselves we can come to know Christ and develop charity. Takashi Wada, a General Authority Seventy, delivered this devotional address on October 15, 2024. You can access the full talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 15, 202426 min

Giving All Our Heart to Christ | Shima Baughman | October 2024

Our covenants to God are connected to our hearts. We can give all our heart to Him as we go to the temple and wear His name. Shima Baughman, Woodruff J. Deem Professor of Law at the BYU Law School and a Distinguished Fellow at the Wheatley Institute, delivered this devotional address on October 1, 2024. You can access the full talk here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 01, 202439 min

Why America Went Crazy and How You Can Stay Sane | David French | 2024

As followers of Christ, we must reach out with friendship and unconditional love to combat the hatred and loneliness prevalent in America. David French, a columnist for the New York Times and bestselling author, delivered this forum address on September 24, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 25, 202428 min

“Flecks of Gold” | Patrick Kearon | September 2024

As we reach outward and upward, serving others and remembering that we are children of God, we can be like flecks of gold. Patrick Kearon, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on September 17, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 18, 202428 min

Surprise! | Jennifer Kearon | September 2024

Even when life seems full of surprises, God has only the best in store for us. If we choose Him, all things will work together for our good. Jennifer Kearon, wife of Elder Patrick Kearon, delivered this devotional address on September 17, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 17, 20249 min

The Power of Positivity | Wendy W. Reese | September 2024

We must be intentional in seeking to be positive. We can harness that power as we seek for the good in our lives and turn our hearts to God. Wendy W. Reese, wife of BYU president C. Shane Reese, delivered this devotional address on September 10, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 12, 202415 min

An Invitation to Become: Vision, Work, and Covenants | C. Shane Reese | September 2024

President C. Shane Reese shares how the process of becoming requires a vision, persistent effort, and making and keeping covenants. C. Shane Reese, president of Brigham Young University, delivered this devotional address on September 10, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 11, 202424 min

“Believe in Him to Come” | Justin Collings | August 2024

As we work to become the promised BYU of prophecy, we can live that vision now through teaching, scholarship, and general education. Justin Collings, BYU academic vice president, delivered this address in the faculty session of university conference on August 26, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 202444 min

Building Positive Momentum | C. Shane Reese | August 2024

In becoming BYU, we can implement change point detection and look for changes that can help us surge ahead with positive momentum. C. Shane Reese, president of Brigham Young University, delivered this university conference address on August 26, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30, 202429 min

A Prophetically Directed University | Ronald A. Rasband | August 2024

Prophetic guidance, properly understood, is a strategic asset that will allow BYU to do things unique in all of higher education. Ronald A. Rasband, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this university conference address on August 26, 2024. You can access the talk here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 29, 202429 min

Educating Our Righteous Desires | Neil L. Andersen | August 2024

Educating our righteous desires involves aligning our efforts with God’s desires, receiving God’s gifts and grace, and keeping our covenants. Neil L. Andersen, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this BYU Education Week address on August 20, 2024. You can access the talk here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 20, 202440 min
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