Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

Episodes

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  The Life and Character of the Prophet Joseph Smith | William E. Berrett | April 1964 14.08.2026 34m

  Using stories from the life of the Prophet Joseph Smith to illustrate the fact that there is no man—save it be Christ—who has done more for the world, William Berrett explains that one need only to look at the life and character of the prophet to find an example of service and humility.
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  Powerful Truths that make a Difference in Our Lives | Joe J. Christensen | October 1998 31.07.2026 42m

  The revolutionary and powerful truths revealed by the Prophet Joseph Smith can change the world—and, if we are true to them, each one of us. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Joseph Smith: A Revealer of Christ | Bruce R. McConkie | September 1978 17.07.2026 38m

  Joseph Smith's most important contribution as a revealer and the Prophet of the Restoration is his testimony of the Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Restoration of the Priesthood | A. William Lund | March 1951 03.07.2026 36m

  Lack of knowledge about specific church events does not mean that we must doubt. We must only keep searching for the truth, whether by history or faith. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  What Came from Kirtland? | M. Russell Ballard | November 1994 19.06.2026 47m

  We owe much to the Kirtland era of Church history. This time of the restoration is rich in visions, revealed doctrine, and essential progression.
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  Joseph Smith: “A Choice Seer” | Neal A. Maxwell | March 1986 05.06.2026 48m

  Elder Neal A. Maxwell bears powerful testimony of the choice seer Joseph Smith and his role in revealing essential truth about our Savior Jesus Christ.
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  The Importance of Asking Questions (Excerpted) | Cecil O. Samuelson | November 2001 22.05.2026 9m

  In our quest for knowledge, we must learn to ask questions - but we must learn to ask the right questions, and we must learn how to find answers. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Value of a Good Name | L. Tom Perry | February 1997 08.05.2026 32m

  The scriptures make evident the importance that the Lord places in living up to a good name. We carry the namesake of our families and of God Himself. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Lessons from Liberty Jail | Jeffrey R. Holland | September 2008 24.04.2026 45m

  What lessons does Joseph Smith's experience in Liberty Jail teach us about God's love? How can our trials be both a prison and a temple?
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  “Lightning Out of Heaven”: Joseph Smith and the Forging of Community | Terryl L. Givens | November 2005 10.04.2026 41m

  Joseph Smith ignited something in thousands of men and women that connects them to God and to each other in powerful ways.
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  Parallel Prophets: Paul and Joseph Smith | Richard L. Anderson | August 1983 27.03.2026 31m

  Richard Lloyd Anderson shares how, in many ways, the apostle Paul and Joseph Smith are similar. Both of these prophetic figures received revelation, demonstrated devoted service, and were persecuted and ultimately martyred for their testimonies.
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  The Lord God of Joseph Smith | Bruce R. McConkie | January 1972 13.03.2026 40m

  The God of Joseph Smith's time is not absent. We can come to know Him, His revelations, and His miracles, just as the Prophet did. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Joseph Smith—the Chosen of God and the Friend of Man | Ivan J. Barrett | August 1975 06.02.2026 32m

  Joseph Smith's character is perhaps one of the best manifestations of his calling. He was not only chosen of God, but a loyal friend of man.
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  Joseph Smith's Christlike Attributes | Jack H. Goaslind | June 1995 09.01.2026 35m

  Joseph Smith's Christlike attributes attest to the fact that this his greatest desire was to emulate the Savior and do His will.
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  Joseph Smith: Lover of the Cause of Christ | Heidi S. Swinton | November 2004 26.12.2025 30m

  Heidi Swinton delivers a powerful call to stand by the Prophet Joseph Smith by living for the cause he loved: the cause of Christ.
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  The Ongoing Restoration (Excerpted) | Gary E. Stevenson | August 2019 12.12.2025 27m

  Elder Stevenson shares his testimony of the ongoing Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. It began with Joseph Smith, and it is still happening today. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Book of Mormon: Man-Made or God-Given? | Tad R. Callister | November 2016 28.11.2025 32m

  Many critics of the Book of Mormon have tried but failed to give a credible alternative to Joseph Smith's testimony of it. How can we know if it is true? Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Joseph’s School | Justin Collings | August 2025 14.11.2025 38m

  BYU is the university of the Restoration. Joseph Smith’s revelations on God, Christ, knowledge, and truth teach the school’s divine mission. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Profile of a Prophet | Hugh B. Brown | October 1955 31.10.2025 27m

  If you had to create the profile of a prophet, what would it look like? Joseph Smith's character and works testify of his prophetic calling.
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  Unlocking the Doors | M. Russell Ballard | November 1989 17.10.2025 41m

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