Church Growth Archives

Kim B. Clark | August 22, 2016

The Church's global education initiative will help us prepare for greater future challenges. We must be better to learn and teach in the Lord's pattern.

university conference 2016

Merrill J. Bateman | January 11, 2000

In the 21st century, the Church will continue to grow. One sign of its progress toward the second coming is the building and use of temples.

devotional 2000

Lee H. Radebaugh | January 19, 1999

“The Church may face different challenges now than it did at the time of Peter and Paul, but it still has to deal with converts from different countries with different languages and cultures, all struggling to get closer to their Heavenly Father.”

devotional 1999

Merrill J. Bateman | August 24, 1998

As BYU moves into the new millennium, it will continue to grow in influence, playing an important role in the Lord's plan for His kingdom.

university conference 1998

President M. Russell Ballard, acting president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

M. Russell Ballard | November 14, 1989

Despite intense opposition during some of the Church's history, the gospel has been busy unlocking the doors of nations and hearts worldwide.

devotional 1989

President Gordon B. Hinckley, prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Gordon B. Hinckley | January 31, 1987

Gordon B. Hinckley gives an inspiring history of the Church in the British Isles, from the Restoration to his own mission and on into the present.

devotional 1987

Robert D. Hales | January 17, 1987

The history of the Church in England and the British Isles is a rich legacy of courageous, faithful pioneers who endured incredible trials.

devotional 1987

Elder Neal A. Maxwell, member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ.

Neal A. Maxwell | September 15, 1981

When the storms of life come to test our faith, we must be prepared. As a sturdy tree, be grounded, rooted, established, and settled in Jesus Christ.

devotional 1981

L. Tom Perry | November 29, 1977

Technology enables incredible growth of the Church. God has appointed a law unto all things, and He has a hand in this continuing progress.

devotional 1977

Franklin D. Richards | September 25, 1977

Many are called upon to be modern-day pioneers. By asking "Golden Questions," members can support full-time missionaries as the Church grows and develops.

devotional 1977

Gordon B. Hinckley | April 8, 1976

As prophesied, missionary work is increasingly successful all over the world. We are all children of God, and cultural barriers break down with the Spirit.

devotional 1976

Delbert L. Stapley | February 2, 1975

Obeying God's commandments requires concerted effort. Delbert L. Stapley encourages each student to be a believer and keep the faith throughout their lives.

devotional 1975

Spencer W. Kimball | November 7, 1972

Recent, phenomenal church growth is a fulfillment of prophecy. The Native Americans, or Lamanite descendants, are an important part of this prophecy.

devotional 1972

Ezra Taft Benson - Mormon Prophet and Apostle

Ezra Taft Benson | October 6, 1970

The youth of the Church will face increasing challenge in this world, but never has opportunity been so great for them and for the kingdom of God.

devotional 1970

Spencer W. Kimball | April 13, 1965

The Native American population, or "Indians," descendants of the Lamanite people, are displaying their immense potential, as foretold in the scriptures.

devotional 1965