Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

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• What Came from Kirtland? | M. Russell Ballard | November 1994 19.06.2026 47min

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

  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.
• The Importance of Asking Questions (Excerpted) | Cecil O. Samuelson | November 2001 22.05.2026 9min

  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.
• The Value of a Good Name | L. Tom Perry | February 1997 08.05.2026 32min

  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.
• Lessons from Liberty Jail | Jeffrey R. Holland | September 2008 24.04.2026 45min

  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?
• “Lightning Out of Heaven”: Joseph Smith and the Forging of Community | Terryl L. Givens | November 2005 10.04.2026 41min

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

  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.
• The Lord God of Joseph Smith | Bruce R. McConkie | January 1972 13.03.2026 40min

  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.
• Joseph Smith—the Chosen of God and the Friend of Man | Ivan J. Barrett | August 1975 06.02.2026 32min

  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.
• Joseph Smith's Christlike Attributes | Jack H. Goaslind | June 1995 09.01.2026 35min

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

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

  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.
• The Book of Mormon: Man-Made or God-Given? | Tad R. Callister | November 2016 28.11.2025 32min

  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.
• Joseph’s School | Justin Collings | August 2025 14.11.2025 38min

  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.
• The Profile of a Prophet | Hugh B. Brown | October 1955 31.10.2025 27min

  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.
• Unlocking the Doors | M. Russell Ballard | November 1989 17.10.2025 41min

  Despite intense opposition during some of the Church's history, the gospel has been busy unlocking the doors of nations and hearts worldwide.
• Stand by My Servant Joseph | Cecil O. Samuelson | January 2005 03.10.2025 20min

  The Lord's commandment to stand by Joseph Smith with true loyalty applies to each of us as builders and defenders of God's kingdom.
• "Peace Like a River" | Heidi S. Swinton | April 2004 05.09.2025 30min

  The restoration of the gospel is about hope. Heidi S. Swinton speaks of the restoration and how its message should bring "peace like a river" to our souls. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• But for Joseph | Katherine D. Pullins | June 2000 22.08.2025 33min

  Associate law school dean Katherine D. Pullins shares her story of conversion to the gospel and Church that Joseph Smith restored. But for Joseph and his contributions, she testifies, not only would the world be vastly lacking, but so would our individual lives.
• Joseph Smith Lecture 8: The Last Months and Martyrdom | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978 08.08.2025 48min

  Truman Madsen covers the martyrdom of Joseph Smith and the last few months of the Prophet’s life before adding his personal testimony.