Motherhood: An Eternal Partnership with God

[jsrcamp]

I am a baptist and I realy like this, I am going to faviort this Video so if I ever feel like I cant do it( I have a special needs child) I will come back to this Video and watch it again and again to help me feel better.

[jenniflower78]

I thank Elder Holland for this beautiful message to mothers. It has blessed my life so much. It wouldn't hurt for me to hear it everyday!

[laura4eiap]

I want my little ones again...all those times of frustration and tiring nights I want back. I loved that time in my life. I want that little hand back in mine. Cherish your time with your children. How wonderful it is to be a mom parenting another of God's family. They were his first before he entrusted me with them.

[binmoab]

Can't wait to be a momma.

[commentsxonly]

i cant wait to be a mom :)

[whartonnumber1]

I wish they'd do one showing mothers of teenagers. I need reinforment at that age! (There's less sweet moments to make up for the rotten ones like you have when they are little.)

[efrasier1989]

@whartonnumber1 go to lds.org and, then general conference, select topic: Parenthood. there is a great talk on parenting teenagers. its called couragous parenting i forget who the speaker is, but its good. Not as uplifting as this one, but still good. trying to find the link, but my internet is being so slow.

[246Alexandrea]

motherhood is an eternal calling, i know:)

[pandora1771]

It's always nice to see mothers be appreciated. However, I really don't like the implications that a) raising the children is chiefly the woman's responsibility and b) any other life path for a woman would not be as 'blessed'. I'm betting men do not receive anywhere near such strong messages about parenthood, and that if they want to have a career it's much more acceptable for them to do so and spend time away from their kids (if they have them) than it is for women to do so. Am I wrong?

[linford3915]

@pandora1771 , here is another Mormon Message on fathers,

search for Mormon messages fathehood, it is a called a father indeed.

[alanarns]

Why do the Bible verses quoted in the Book of Mormon contain the italicized words from the King James Version that were added into the KJV text by the translators in the 16th and 17th centuries?

Here's an example: 3 Nephi 24:10 says: "...that there shall not be room enough to receive it..." This is an exact quote from Malachi 3:10 from the King James Version. What's amazing is that seven of these words were not part of the original text. They were added by the KJV translators for clarity.

[shinobucchi]

@alanarns

i think when Joseph Smith was translating the Book of Mormon, when he found a passage that seemed similar to what he'd read in the bible, maybe he got out his Bible and compared the words and read it, as far as it was saying the same thing is what he found written on the gold plates. Or the passages that looked similar he recalled from his memory, from his bible reading.

(BUT what does this have to do with MOTHERHOOD!? )

Hope my answer gave some clarification anyway :)

[1988dakota]

Thank you brother Holland, I needed it.

[stinky2eh]

I watch this on the hard days and then I feel strengthened. I am not alone!

[mnmcutee]

I love the end.

[usairbloom]

It makes me so thankful for my wife and my mother. I know they were sent from a loving Heavenly Father to help me and my children return to his presence. If they weren't there for us, I don't know that we would make it through this life. They are the exemplars of what Jesus Christ is and wants us to be.

[JodiBelbin]

Thank you Elder Holland. My sister lives in another country and I can't be a support to her and her little ones as much as i would like to. I have sent her this today and I know she will feel valued and appreciated more today because of this Mormon message. Keep up the good work Mormons.

[strawberryme08]

This brings a peace to my heart that is needed at the end of a lot of days. Just proof that our heavenly Father knows us and our needs at all times and gives peace when it is needed.

[ckuhrasch]

This makes us cry because we feel so inadequate and yet so responsible for the progression of our children. The best thing we can do is to let go of our belief that we are to be Christ's representative for our children and instead help them to develop their own relationships with Him.  It takes more faith in Christ to trust that Christ will reach our loved ones than it does to take on the job ourselves...

[Mr123me321]

Moses 5: 16 16 [And Adam and Eve, his wife, ceased not to call upon God. And Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and said: I have gotten a man from the Lord] This simple scripture out of the Pearl of Great Price quoting mother Eve best shows the partnership you have with God in bringing forth the human family. You are literally sacrificing or giving of your self to bring a life into this world. So you are partnering with God to give life and take part in his creation. Thank you.

[star1ez]

I am so grateful for my Mother. My Mother Stated " All I ever wanted was someone to LOVE." Well! I too am grateful for my own too love- they are my blessing- my love, my hope and my journey! I hope they know I am grateful and honored to be their Mother. May your journey be filled with hope and the knowledge of entrustment. " That they can do it and will make a difference to and in this World!" Each Child is a treasure! Better than all the Gold in the World!

[VitaElle]

I love this... thank you for making captions as an option. I am deaf and I really appreciate to be able to understand this clip. I feel comforted that God is watchful of us.

[0233slw]

Awesome video. This is from a talk entitled “Because She Is a Mother” by Jeffrey R. Holland from the May 1997 Ensign magazine.

[mormonboy08]

Hopefully young people will see this and resove to try and live close enough to their parents , if possible ,to try and repay in a small part what was done for them . And to have the continued support of parents and to let their parents enjoy the grandchildren (part of the true fruit of their labors ) . It's always nice to see children taking care of their parents in their later years . Take lots of pictures and videos so they won't forget . They would want to know .

[forrestc4960]

I love this video...but it has caused me to struggle to find a way to atone for my failures as a mother....and this struggle sometimes leads me to such despair. I know I will gain forgiveness...

[mormonboy08]

@forrestc4960 Just do the best you can and keep trying . I have found in life there are many chances to make up for things in the past if you keep at it .

[CaiqueLover]

@forrestc4960 learn from yuor mistakes daughter of the most high. Dwell not on the past but concentrate how you will make it better in the future. "The past is behind, learn form it. The future is ahead, prepare for it. The present is here, live in it." Thomas s Monson

[ckuhrasch]

@forrestc4960 the best way to deal with our failures as mothers is to admit them and trust in the work of Christ to care for our children. Just because we are mothers, Heavenly Father doesn't mean for us to shoulder the sole burden of their care...He died for them as much as He died for us...I find great comfort in that...I hope you can too...

[KELSCENE]

God knows- I can absolutely relate to this on a very daily basis. It is not cliche- truly the hardest, most rewarding work that can be done.

[mormonboy08]

@KELSCENE Yes the world waits to belittle it . Just the other night on the new Tony Robbins show there was a comment that made it sound like being at home with children wasn't as to be admired as the husbands job .

[stayl1971]

Does anyone know if there's a link that has the full video of this particular conference address?

[BlackSunJamie]

I must watch this every morning before I begin a long day with my 3 children. God is amazing and loves us dearly. These messages are for the world to feel His spirit and be encouraged in goodness. And sometimes it feels like they are for me personally. What an amazing blessing!

[mormonboy08]

@BlackSunJamie Those long days will be over before you know it but the rewards are now , near future and go into timeless eternity .

[dnasmith06]

I feel like this was meant for me. I've felt like that girl in the letter, all the pressure and pushing to teach your children everything now. My son is almost a year old and from all the pressure I've been given, it feels like he should be speaking full sentences, even though I know that he doesn't need to right now. This beautiful video was a message to me that it's ok, and I'm doing a good job. Thank you for this message.

[DuoLDS]

I love my mom and all other moms, and also my dad and all other dad's.

[1jamierenee]

When was this talk given?

[rednekmom3]

this is so comforting.. i have been verry frustrated lately and this gives me confidence and peace.. and up to the challenge being a single mother and struggling with finances all will be ok

[albertoreubenreyes]

I'm a father with a housewife caring for our 3 little kids. This YouTube message helps me have a deeper appreciation for my wife's effort in nurturing our kids.

I have felt inspired by this message. I love my wife even more. I have felt the Spirit of the Lord testify that this message is true. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland is an Apostle of Jesus Christ.

[ngenys]

I love this message. To mother's everywhere this is for you.

[eloiselovesdevi]

great message! there's no job more crazy or sweet than motherhood!

[chrisskittygirl]

This is such a beautiful message, brought me to tears. I think all moms feel like this mother sometimes, or even more often than that, but we have God's support with us all the time. He guides us through every challenge we face in our calling as mothers. Thank you Elder Holland for this message, i really needed it.

[bharline]

Just beautiful. Thank you. Thank God for families.

[nassissi]

Mothering is the greatest responsability ...

[strangedejavu23]

I love GOD's messages (including Jesus, because Jesus IS God, not just God of Earth, but part of the Holy Trinity which of course is the truth, evidence in the bible). But I don't agree with everything Mormon's say, or come up with every year.

I prefer to be a Christian.

But good message...

[pilottim79]

@strangedejavu23 Good fruit good tree.

[alaskanlatina]

Mother's need to here they are magnificent!

[GardenCalifornia]

Well, not every woman is supposed to be a mother, because not every woman is good at it. Producing children is not like producing cupcakes. If you mess up a child, that's the development of a HUMAN BEING you've messed up. Mothers who have children, but have little interest in their motherhood, only produce children who are unpleasant, lost, confused, and unruly . Its irresposnible to have children when you're not the motherly type. Thus I would never demand that E VERY woman does it.

[abbabeffy]

@GardenCalifornia I agree, if only for those of us who have the want and desire, (and the I.Q.) to be a good parent are left to watch the news. Let me explain. The news always heralds terrible stories of the prom night babies, or the mothers who lock their child in a room so they can go off and party.

I would trade every party I have ever been to, for the chance to hold my own child in my arms. I would cash in every song I sung on stage, for the feeling of my husbands and my own baby kicking.

[73Shannyb]

Wow what perfect timing for this video to come out especially now that summer is here and all the kids are home. Thank you for all the videos and hope inspiring messages that they bring.

[streetinspired]

My mother has been missing (from my family) for 25 years. She was a mormon the last I knew. She was the softest mother, and had strong maternal instincts. One of my friends, who is also mormon, was going to try to search the mormon church records to see if she could find any info, but she never got back to me. click on my username to see more about her (the first two videos posted are about her and have info about her in the video details).

[ammonlarsen]

wonderful! Made me cry. I have 2 little ones here and 1 up in heaven and am trying my best to raise the ones here to the best of my ability in partnership with God. Just like any good parent, our Father in Heaven wants the best for us. He lives and loves us all. I'm grateful for prophets, like Elder Holland, that teach us that.

[mariannott1]

@ammonlarsen For some reason FB wont allow me to "thumbs up" what you have shared, so I just wanted to say how brave this was for you to share this with us. I am full of admiration for you.

[twodell]

I don't believe in Mormons, but I like God's messages.

[Bronzebuddha1968]

I decided long ago not to build my career on the bones of my children. I have gone to school full time, part time, dropped out, worked, graduated; now I'm getting my Masters degree. I don't want any regrets...

[Ramadan546]

Fudge You Guys Its Hard To Be A Dad Too.

[antihil]

@Ramadan546 We never said it was easy!!!

[chelseamckell]

awesome! so touching and inspiring.

[stylerweiland]

GREAT MESSAGE!!

[jonmahoney04]

I don't understand how anybody could dislike this video. What amazing message!

I love, respect, and prayers go out to all those amazing mothers other there. Thank you! ♥

[pulamasu]

Oh sweet mother, love and blessings..

[ShangTsungBeta]

I don't believe in god but I like the Mormon's messages.

[doublem213]

@ShangTsungBeta Why don't you believe in god,im not judging but I always wanted to know why people didn't.I understand how sometimes it sounds impossible that god was real but you should get to understand a little more.Read the bible,im not asking you to believe in him but give it a chance and be open minded.

[pilottim79]

@ShangTsungBeta Don't they just make you feel good. I am glad you enjoy them.

[hshthe7th]

@ShangTsungBeta

God belives in you! May you find each other....

[LightGnolaum]

@ShangTsungBeta Oh how His children may not know His face here in mortality, but how much joy it brings to my heart when they still, through all the noise, have the sense in their hearts to still recognize His voice. My dear friend, look for these things, and ask Him if they are not His words in the name of His Son, and He shall make it manifest unto you that they are true, and that He does love you.

[Shaeniff]

I lost my sweet four-month-old this week. I needed this.

[TheLittleFoodie]

@Shaeniff I am so so sorry for you loss. I can't even imagine. I am so sorry. May you find peace in your soul.

[AnimaSeverem]

Is motherhood the only way a woman can form a partnership with God?

[xTreCoolgirlx667]

@AnimaSeverem

i dont think so,considering we are children of god,that seems like a partnership in itself,to do gods will

[MacanoniMom]

@AnimaSeverem Of course not! Google "Sheri Dew" (or wikipedia or whatever), she is an extremely well-known and loved Mormon author and has never has been married or had children of her own... There are many ways to serve Heavenly Father and his children!

[kat08kat30]

what a beautiful video!  My skin goose bumps and it made me cry.

[CertainAsTheSun]

Please do God's work and ADOPT :) ! There are so many children that need loving homes and let's not forget that Moses and Jesus were adopted as well :)

[DefendingMormonism]

Thanks Mom!

[Trojanbabe88]

I am busy with school and working toward a career, but my first priority is definitely to make eternal covenants and raise a family. Too many people lose sight of that nowadays. When a worthy man comes along with these same desires, I want to be worthy to make that step in life. Thank you for the message.

[subzero831]

What happens if a Mormon woman never gets married?

[RobertSterlingOwen]

@subzero831 ... Excellent question. Mormon women who do their best, and strive to get married, but for some reason don't, are still doing the Lord's work out of the love of their hearts. I am certain their efforts and impact they have on others are wholly accepted before God, through His grace...and the Lord loves them just as equally. Eventually, in this life or the 1,000 year millennium, all will have the choice to marry, so no worries there mate. :)

[niklaber]

@subzero831 Same thing as every other woman, they're just not married. Meaning nothing "happens", nothing bad.

[MacanoniMom]

@subzero831 The possibilities are endless --- Google "Sheri Dew", she is an extremely well-known and loved Mormon author and has never has been married or had children of her own; or look up "Mary Ellen Edmunds", also a life-long "single" Mormon woman who is leading an equally awesome life (and has a wonderful sense of humor I really enjoy)

[MMann1221]

@subzero831 We believe no person who lives faithfully to the best that their circumstances allow will be denied any lasting and significant blessings. If a woman doesn't have the opportunity to have a family of her own on Earth she will be given that blessing in Heaven. God loves all of his children equally and will grant every righteous desire in His own time. :)

[MonounsaturatedBliss]

ugh, why are there so many forms of christianity

[bufjap]

@MonounsaturatedBliss Because the leadership of the Church were killed after Christ's time. So Christ's church was lost for some time during this "Apostasy". But it was renewed, or restored by Joseph Smith in 1820, and we now have the same "apostles" of Jesus as in Jesus' time. Jeffery R.Holland is one of the 12.

[tyler62126]

motherhood - it wouldn't be that hard with more responsible fatherhood....

[rosey4exclaim]

I clicked the thumbs up because, even though I'm not a Mormon, I do believe motherhood is a sacred calling, and everyone who takes on the challenge with an open heart should be praised. God (and/or Goddess) bless all the mothers of the world.

[geoffreyah]

Parent hood is a blessing-transformative and uplifting, without it life just doen't have the spark to bother with! )o:

[matrixistrue]

good

[MsEndure2end]

I believe that what Elder Holland said is true. Angels were watching over me as I was raising my 4 little ones. When we do the Lord's work, He blesses us and I can testify to that! Thank you for the beautiful video. It is a confidence builder.

[iluvsims288]

aaw wat a cute message!

i love you mommy!! <3

and im sorry for everyone who doesnt have a mommy in their life now : (

[LacedShit]

I wonder why mormon's don't discriminate against black people anymore? Can a mormon answer me?

[jwilla11]

Who's God?

[thexperiments]

Beautiful! 

[lindseystefania]

Wonderful!!!

[crazyabouthpotter]

Absolutely beautiful. It makes me excited for when I get to be a mother myself.

[SorceressZila]

Alright, admit it if this made you mist up a little.

[herathene]

This is a great message. Mothers are so important and I hope someday to be a Godly mother myself. I'm certainly thankful for mine. On a side note, that one shot of the dad praying while the kids are all messing around and the mom is trying to control them is hilarious. That's a pretty accurate depiction of many families, I think. Especially if they have that many boys! : )

[MsEndure2end]

@herathene When I was raising my 4 little ones, I believe that what Elder Holland said is true. Angels were watching over us. When we are doing the Lord's work, he blesses us and I can testify to that! Thank you for the beautiful video.

[TheFamilyofphair]

What a BEAUTIFUL message! Perfect to hear on a "bad mommy" day :)

[cheerbabe5001]

oh this made me cry so hard! this is exactly what I needed to hear today!...Love Elder Holland

[dragondanger]

Boy I needed to hear that. So beautiful.

[ahfclass]

I remember this talk. At the time I had three very little children, my husband was traveling so much he was home only 10 weekends total that year, and he was possibly losing his job. I had mononucleosis, and postpartum depression, too. I felt like no matter how hard I tried to serve my family, I couldn't succeed. I sat on the floor as I listened to Elder Holland and wept as the Spirit bore witness to my spirit that the Lord saw and accepted my work, and would compensate for my weaknesses.

[zippetydodahday]

@ahfclass I can relate. I was newly divorced and came down with mono. I had a 3yr old daughter and my ex and his father tried to take my child away because I was so sick. HF gave me strength along with a good family to help me recover and keep my child. Good Luck and my prayers are with you too.

[mormongal88]

Thank you for posting this! It was absolutely beautiful!

[yhallotharlol]

Feel good video if I ever saw one.

[MoRmOngirl2u]

Very Beautiful.

[javg008]

i have a question...i hope ill get your reply. im 24 but my mom's care for us has descended and she's also having an affair with another man. she is indifferent of the situation because she thinks her children are all grown up. but i am very angry at her right now. i feel gulity of my anger cause i know raising us was difficult. i don't know how to deal with her because her affair is hurting me so bad. i've already told her what i feel but she has no feedback. what should i do? pls help me :(

[cloudXjr]

Why would people dislike this?! It's so beautiful and amazing!

[neuropsychguy]

@cloudXjr It's because there are some people who will dislike anything that is associated with Mormons, even if what they are "disliking" is something they also believe. Or maybe, there are people on YouTube who really dislike mothers.

[tung2sai]

Great video.

[pinadulce69]

I sent this to my wife and my sister as well...

I thank this great man of God for His wonderful message for mothers everywhere.

All of us who honor and love mothers deserve this message, too...

[raphablueberry]

I don't believe in god but moms are awesome :D

[mezzomania9]

Elder Holland is truly inspired and I am blessed to have the opportunity to hear him and read his words.

[omiolo2]

it is a great work, preparing the next generation for a better society.

[theangelsarereal]

@omiolo2

Motherhood is the greatest calling in the universe.

[fireflies333]

what's that last scene where the boys are sitting down with their arms crossed and their heads down? is that a form of praying?

[dragondanger]

@fireflies333 yes, thats how we pray. :)

[MsEndure2end]

@fireflies333 You asked about the boys kneeling with arms crossed and heads down. Yes that is a form of praying. I believe that kneeling is a humble way to show reverence for Heavenly Father. We also pray kneeling beside our bed, or sitting in a chair with arms or hands folded and heads bowed and eyes closed. We can pray anytime, anywhere. Hope this helps.

[joeyclassic]

joseph smith

[restlesspride666]

xD Oh wow....

[collosalchris]

Great words of wisdom!!

[Kieliop]

article can be found in the may 1997 ensign "Because She is a Mother"

[MormonsLoveFamilies]

Mormons love our Mothers.

[Discovega]

Great message...share this with all your friends by forwarding this inpirational message. Noone will offended.

[lhawkes5]

Motherhood is a divine calling from God, and it rocks! Often!

[LdsNanaAskMormon]

Lovely.

[FDR9]

The Mormon Messages Channel is amazing. How can I download the videos so that I can watch them when I don't have an internet connection? Or so I could compile my favorites? Or show them in Sunday lessons or at mutual? Is there any way to do that?

[lynegemz]

It made me cry

[ksenodoxio]

Wundervoll!!!

That  was a really inspiring message.

Thank you...

[wtube5]

Thanks.  I was just talking to my wife about this. Motherhood is the greatest work that can be done on earth.

[lharea24]

it makes me cry.. strong spirit.. thank you so much for posting.. uplifting message.. it helps a lot..

[motoxdady]

I enjoyed giving a talk about my mother on mothers day in sacrament meeting this year! I love my mom so much and have so much respect for all women because of her example!

[MMann1221]

What an extraordinary message.

[jorgepull]

I love this video. Thanks for sharing it with me! I'm so grateful for my wife and what she does to nurture our children. Motherhood is the most important calling a woman will ever receive in this life. I'm grateful for the many mothers in my life who taught me so well.

[AJBR1980]

Mothering comes in many forms you may not be a mother in that you have your own children, but instead you may mother other people children. All women having been called by the lord to be mothers in whatever form the lord chooses.

[MonroviaLIB]

@AJBR1980 I agree. IMO all women are inherently mothers. Women, by nature, are mothers and caregivers (to children and elders); whether they birth or adopt. There are aunts, grandmothers, and sisters that take on the responsibility to mother the children of their brothers, sisters, or their own children.

[Mizzisis17]

@AJBR1980 Very true

[abbabeffy]

@AJBR1980 But in the meantime, we who can't have children and are members are bombarded by messages and lessons on the vast importance of being a mother, and then people in your ward find you weird or bitter because you are childless. Super.

I don't want to mother other peoples children. I wanted to BE THE MOTHER OF MY HUSBANDS CHILD, AS I WAS TOLD I COULD BE. And after 12 years, it isn't happening. So, we will die alone, forgotten. Wonderful. And don't give me that "Mother in Zion" crap either

[MishkaHughes]

@abbabeffy I'm sorry that you haven't been able to have children. I know that is a terrible struggle, believe me. But don't think that you're going to die alone and forgotten. I guess I don't know you, but I would think you still have others who care.

[leah42607]

What an answer to prayer! Wonderful video! Thank you!

[colbyjohnson38]

Where can I access the text of this address?

[angielove2]

@colbyjohnson38 If you expand the description of the video, there is a link at the end of the description. It won't let me post the link here, but it is from the May 1997 Ensign (from the April 1997 Conference I am presuming.) It is titled "Because She is a Mother"

[legrandtheman]

@colbyjohnson38

lds.org/conference/talk/displa­y/0,5232,23-1-64-16,00.html

[caysonstaples]

These videos rock!

[lemanusamoa]

thank you Elder Holland and thank you Mothers! You are doing a magnificent job!

[natekanui]

Love it...