An apostle of God testifies of the Book of Mormon - Elder Jeffrey R Holland

A short clip taken from "Safety for the Soul," given by Elder Holland at the October 2009 General Conference.

"...my testimony of this record and the peace it brings to the human heart is as binding and unequivocal as was theirs. Like them, [I] give [my name] unto the world, to witness unto the world that which [I] have seen. And like them, [I] lie not, God bearing witness of it.

I ask that my testimony of the Book of Mormon and all that it implies, given today under my own oath and office, be recorded by men on earth and angels in heaven. I hope I have a few years left in my last days, but whether I do or do not, I want it absolutely clear when I stand before the judgment bar of God that I declared to the world, in the most straightforward language I could summon, that the Book of Mormon is true, that it came forth the way Joseph said it came forth and was given to bring happiness and hope to the faithful in the travail of the latter days.

My witness echoes that of Nephi, who wrote part of the book in his last days:

Hearken unto these words and believe in Christ; and if ye believe not in these words believe in Christ. And if ye shall believe in Christ ye will believe in these words, for they are the words of Christ, . . . and they teach all men that they should do good.

And if they are not the words of Christ, judge ye—for Christ will show unto you, with power and great glory, that they are his words, at the last day.

Brothers and sisters, God always provides safety for the soul, and with the Book of Mormon, He has again done that in our time. Remember this declaration by Jesus Himself: Whoso treasureth up my word, shall not be deceived—and in the last days neither your heart nor your faith will fail you. Of this I earnestly testify in the name of Jesus Christ, amen."

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[Malachi4n5]

Wonderful talk! I was present at this conference and will never forget how I felt when I heard Elder Hollands testimony.

[brotherfrank62]

he who has an ear to hear let him or her hear!

[Joey1088]

What a perfect example are the leaders of this church. They are trully great men that are called of God. I am grateful we have these living prophets on the earth at this time to guide us and prepare us.

[ibdon]

Amen ! Thank You for your service and Testimony.....

[omiolo]

The political line doesn't last long as Alma the Younger gives up the chief judge seat and dedicates himself to preaching (Alma 5:15-17). He took the record with him. His son, Helaman the Elder, continues to write in his father's book.

[omiolo2]

"I give my name unto the world"

and the world is watching this and feeling the power of your testimony of the Living God!

[fanitaly]

I love this talk. thanks for sharing!