General Conference Favorites
with Dr. Hank Smith
What General Conference talks have made the biggest impact on your life? In this special miniseries, Hank Smith shares his favorite lessons, stories, and insights from Conference talks that have stuck with him over the years. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, motivation, or a fresh perspective on a timeless message, Hank will share simple reminders that demonstrate the power of inspired gospel messages from Church leaders.
When Elder Bednar stood to speak in General Conference for the first time, the hymn sung just before was his personal favorite—one chosen weeks before he knew he would be there. Hank Smith explores the power of these moments and why learning to recognize the Lord's hand in our lives can bring peace in...
What would your future self say to you right now? Elder Holland once imagined his older self calling back to the young man who had just broken down—twice—on the road to Yale, telling him, It will be all right in the end. Join Hank Smith as he explores the importance of believing in the good that will...
Some moments stick with you for a lifetime. Elder Robert C. Oaks tells the story of a father who chose patience when he could have chosen anger—and decades later, his son still remembered. Hank Smith dives into this powerful lesson and how we can all try to respond with just a little more patience.
Sometimes, the best thing you can do is laugh. Elder Wirthlin’s unforgettable General Conference talk reminds us that learning to smile through life’s challenges can bring strength and peace. Hank Smith explores how the idea of "come what may and love it" can help you through your next hard day.
The Manhattan Temple sits in the middle of one of the loudest cities in the world—but inside, it’s completely silent. Elder David Stone explains how limiting our connection to Babylon can help us find more peace, just like that sacred space in the heart of New York. Hank Smith explores how we can build...
What would you declare with absolute certainty if today were your last day on earth? Elder Holland’s 2009 talk, Safety for the Soul, is a bold and unmistakable testimony of the Book of Mormon’s truthfulness. Hank Smith unpacks why this talk remains one of the most powerful defenses of faith in modern...