Today's Favorite Verse: Ezekiel 12:25

Today's Favorite Verse: Ezekiel 12:25

"For I am the LORD: I will speak, and the word that I shall speak shall come to pass; it shall be no more prolonged: for in your days, O rebellious house, will I say the word, and will perform it, saith the Lord GOD."

I pondered prophets and the messages given. Have I heard anything referring to prophesies really far away? No, we are in the last days. I have not seen the mention of "in the last days" as something happening. It's now much sooner using "in coming days". There are so many that have used my favorite President Nelson quote.

But in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost.

(Russell M. Nelson, "Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives", Apr 2018 General Conference)

In fact I was curious how many times "in coming days" has been said. It was interesting that it was only said once before President Nelson's 2018 conference talk by Elder Allan F. Packer and it also speaks about the need for personal revelation or inspiration.

"This witness is not limited to the leaders but is available to all men, women, youth, and even little children. Having the capacity to receive personal inspiration will be necessary in the coming days."

(Allan F. Packer, "Finding Strength in Challenging Times!", Apr 2009 General Conference)

Here are the other times President Nelson or this though has been given each general conference after.

"Our desire to “always have his Spirit” with us will push fear aside for a more eternal view of our mortal lives. President Nelson has cautioned, “In coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost."

(Ronald A. Rasband, "Be Not Troubled", Oct 2018 General Conference)

"President Russell M. Nelson has taught, “In coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost.” As the Lord’s living prophet, seer, and revelator in this day, the watchman on the tower of our fortress, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he sees the advances of the enemy."

(Ronald A. Rasband, "Build a Fortress of Spirituality and Protection", Apr 2019 General Conference)

"I have felt inspired and enabled to make wise decisions, overcome temptations, and bless my life with increased faith in Christ and love for those around me. Our prophet, Russell M. Nelson, has taught us that “in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost” (“Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives,” 96). Needed revelation will come as we try the “virtue of the word,” and that word will be more powerful than anything else we could try or imagine."

(Takashi Wade, "Feasting upon the Words of Christ", Apr 2019 General Conference)

"I am reminded of what President Russell M. Nelson taught us a year ago when he said that “in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost.”

(Mathias Held, "Seeking Knowledge by the Spirit", Apr 2019 General Conference)

"I repeat what our prophet, President Russell M. Nelson, has said: “We live in a world that is complex and increasingly contentious. The constant availability of social media and a 24-hour news cycle bombard us with relentless messages. If we are to have any hope of sifting through the myriad of voices and the philosophies of men that attack truth, we must learn to receive revelation.

”President Nelson went on to warn that “in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost.”

(Stephen W. Owen, "Be Faithful, Not Faithless", Oct 2019 General Conference)

"As we listen to the Spirit during this 200th anniversary celebration this weekend, consider what offering you will present to the Lord in righteousness in the coming days. Be courageous—share it with someone you trust, and most important, please take the time to do it!"

(M. Russell Ballard, "Shall We Not Go On in So Great a Cause?", Apr 2020)

"Record your feelings and follow through with actions that you are prompted to take. As you repeat this process day after day, month after month, year after year, you will ‘grow into the principle of revelation.’ ]President Nelson added, “In coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost.”

(Milton Camargo, "Ask, Seek, and Knock", Oct 2020)

"Although many may allow the world to cloud their faith in the Redeemer, we will “not be moved out of [our] place.” Christians who are not among our membership will welcome our role and our sure witness of Christ. Even those Christians who have viewed us with skepticism will embrace us as friends. In these coming days, we will be called by the name of Jesus Christ."

(Neil L. Andersen, "The Name of the Church Is Not Negotiable", Oct 2021 General Conference)

"The Holy Ghost can teach us, remind us of the Savior’s teachings, and abide with us forever. He can be our constant companion to guide us on the covenant path. President Russell M. Nelson taught that “in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost”

(Adeyinka A. Ojediran, "The Covenant Path: The Way to Eternal Life", Apr 2022 General Conference)

"But, my dear brothers and sisters, so many wonderful things are ahead. In coming days, we will see the greatest manifestations of the Savior’s power that the world has ever seen. Between now and the time He returns “with power and great glory,” He will bestow countless privileges, blessings, and miracles upon the faithful."

(Russell M. Nelson, "Overcome the Word and Find Rest", Oct 2022 General Conference)

"President Russell M. Nelson has warned that “in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost.” This is a clear and unmistakable warning to trim our lamps and increase our spiritual oil reserves. Are we still willing to follow the living prophets? What is the level of spiritual oil in your lamp? What changes in your personal life would enable you to have the influence of the Holy Ghost more constantly?"

(Kevin W. Pearson, "Are You Still Willing?", Oct 2022 General Conference)

"President Nelson has been a pioneer in the Church. As an Apostle he has traveled to and opened many lands for the preaching of the gospel. Shortly after becoming the prophet and President of the Church, he pled with us to “increase [our] spiritual capacity to receive revelation.” 

He continues to teach us to strengthen our testimonies. In a devotional for young adults, he said:

“I plead with you to take charge of your testimony. Work for it. Own it. Care for it. Nurture it so that it will grow. …

“[Then] watch for miracles to happen in your life.”

He is teaching us how to become more spiritually self-reliant. He has said that “in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost."

(M. Russell Ballard, "Follow Jesus Christ with Footsteps of Faith", Oct 2022)

Then I noticed in April 2023 the message of "in coming days" was not there. Instead we have the word "Now" and lessons on how not to drive away the spirit.

"Today, I am asking us to interact with others in a higher, holier way.

Contention drives away the Spirit—every time. Contention reinforces the false notion that confrontation is the way to resolve differences; but it never is. Contention is a choice. Peacemaking is a choice. You have your agency to choose contention or reconciliation. I urge you to choose to be a peacemaker, now and always.

Brothers and sisters, the pure love of Christ is the answer to the contention that ails us today.

If you are serious about helping to gather Israel and about building relationships that will last throughout the eternities, now is the time to lay aside bitterness. Now is the time to cease insisting that it is your way or no way. Now is the time to stop doing things that make others walk on eggshells for fear of upsetting you. Now is the time to bury your weapons of war. If your verbal arsenal is filled with insults and accusations, now is the time to put them away. You will arise as a spiritually strong man or woman of Christ."

(Russell M. Nelson, "Peacemakers Needed", Apr 2023 General Conference)

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