A Good Name – A Priceless Possession | Sharon G. Samuelson | September 2004

A Good Name – A Priceless Possession | Sharon G. Samuelson | September 2004

Author: BYU Speeches October 8, 2025 Duration: 41:44

This devotional explores the power of names and taking upon ourselves the name of Christ through faithful living and personal integrity. Click here to see the speech page.

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Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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“He Loveth That Which Is Right” | Marvin J. Ashton | March 1989 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:09
Hyrum Smith is an example of integrity, loyalty, and faith that we can strive to emulate. Remember, it is better to be trusted than be liked. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…
Seeking for Solutions | Mary Ellen Smoot | November 2000 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:22
No life is free of conflict or work. The process of seeking for solutions will be the difference between humble growth and stagnant pride. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…
What Is True Greatness? | Howard W. Hunter | February 1987 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:53
True greatness is not a one-time achievement: it requires many correct, everyday choices between good and evil. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Taking up the Cross | Neal A. Maxwell | January 1976 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:28
The cross that we are each called to bear is unique and incomparable. The moment we choose to take it up is a defining moment in eternity. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…
Nailing Our Colors to the Mast | Jeffrey R. Holland | September 1985 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:08
The Discovery, Titanic, BYU—all began with a dream. We must nail our colors to the mast to ensure the safety and success of our ship. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Truths Most Worth Knowing | Boyd K. Packer | November 2011 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:09
Elder Boyd K. Packer shares some of the basic, eternal truths of the gospel that will protect us and bring us true happiness and peace. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…
All Hell Is Moved | Neal A. Maxwell | November 1977 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:44
Satan knows Christ for who He is and knows the Church for what it is. When all hell is moved in opposition, stand fast in your testimony of truth. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
Allegiance to God | D. Todd Christofferson | October 1999 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:15
We will be ruled by something. If we choose God as our ruler through allegiance and willing submission, we choose true freedom and peace. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…
An Untroubled Faith | James E. Faust | September 1986 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:57
How can we have the kind of simple, pure, untroubled faith that moves mountains and brings peace? Build and nurture faith on a solid foundation. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…
An Educated Conscience | Stephen R. Covey | May 1975 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:24
When the Holy Ghost communicates with us, it takes a practiced and educated conscience to recognize what it is communicating. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.