BYU Speeches
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A spiritual boost, right at your fingertips. Speakers from all walks of life are invited to speak at BYU each Tuesday and share their experiences with the student body—and with you. Tune in for spiritual guidance, leadership tips, and more from highly acclaimed speakers striving to uplift and educate.
Episodes
- The Gift and Power of Your Light | Arlene P. Sewell | May 2026
Arlene P. Sewell's devotional address advises listeners to preserve their inner light, even as the world advances technologically. She highlights that human qualities like love and faith, along with one's divine identity, cannot be replace…
- What Are You Becoming at BYU? | Brian W. Radford | May 2026
Brian W. Radford delivered a devotional address on May 5, 2026, at BYU. He spoke about proactively choosing one's stance on challenges through spiritual practices and creating a welcoming home, rather than waiting for difficulties to arise.
- Covenants and Service: Shoring Up Your Foundation | C. Shane Reese | April 2026
BYU President C. Shane Reese delivered this commencement address on April 23, 2026, focusing on how adhering to covenants, maintaining a foundation in Christ, and engaging in service can lead to increased personal light.
- Jesus Christ Can Transform Your BYU Experience | Trevor Wilson | April 2026
BYU Speeches presents a devotional address by Trevor Wilson, director of the BYU Built4Life Center. Wilson spoke on April 7, 2026, about how keeping commitments and giving up something liked for a greater opportunity can transform a BYU ex…
- Every Day Disciples of Jesus Christ | Sean R. Dixon | March 2026
Sean R. Dixon delivered a devotional address on March 17, 2025, encouraging listeners to emulate Jesus Christ by embracing each day with love for God and neighbor.
- “Be Still and Know That I am God” | Shayla Bott | March 2026
Shayla Bott
- Faith in Jesus Christ in the Information Age | Quentin L. Cook | March 2026
Quentin L. Cook delivered a devotional address at BYU on March 3, 2026, emphasizing the importance of staying rooted in the principles and truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ as technology advances.
- Coming Closer to Jesus Christ | Dallin H. Oaks | February 10, 2026
Dallin H. Oaks states that the way to overcome doubts is to get closer to Jesus Christ, who is the way. Oaks delivered this devotional address on February 10, 2026.
- “Simplicity That Is in Christ” | Steven D. Shumway | February 2026
Steven D. Shumway delivered a devotional address on February 3, 2026, exploring how connecting life's endeavors to Christ can lead to experiencing simplicity and abundance.
- The Road to Wisdom: On Truth, Science, Faith, and Trust | Francis S. Collins | January 2026
Physician-scientist Francis S. Collins delivered a forum address at BYU on January 27, 2026. He spoke about how faith and values rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ provide a moral foundation, enabling science to be viewed as a collaborat…
- The Path and Power for Your Promised Land | Matthew S. Holland | January 2026
Matthew S. Holland
- How to Follow Your Heavenly GPS | Wendy W. Reese | January 2026
Wendy W. Reese discusses how trusting in God's plan, following the covenant path, and praying consistently can guide individuals to eternal life, referred to as their Heavenly GPS.
- A Sense of Prophetic Urgency | C. Shane Reese | January 2026
C. Shane Reese, president of Brigham Young University, addresses prophetic urgency and the path to becoming true disciples, drawing on the teachings of Jeffrey R. Holland and Dallin H. Oaks. The devotional was delivered in January 2026.
- The Gift of Revelation | John A. McCune | December 2025
John A. McCune explains that revelation is prepared individually and emphasizes the need to learn to hear and discern the promptings of the Spirit. This devotional address was given on December 9, 2025.
- “The Condescension of God” | D. Todd Christofferson | December 2025
D. Todd Christofferson delivered a devotional address on December 2, 2025, discussing Jesus' condescension as an act of love and His role in demonstrating the meaning of the gospel in daily life.
- B. Corey Cuvelier | “What Desirest Thou?” | November 2025
In this devotional address, B. Corey Cuvelier explains that desiring to follow Jesus Christ and align our will with Heavenly Father strengthens our spirits and leads to eternal blessings. The talk was delivered on November 11, 2025.
- Edward B. Rowe | Jesus Christ Is Our Rock and Covenants Are Our Anchors | November 2025
Edward B. Rowe
- Why Children Became Useless: Faith and the Future of the Family | Catherine Ruth Pakaluk | October 2025
Catherine Ruth Pakaluk discusses how falling birth rates reflect a decline in faith and purpose. She suggests that reaffirming the divine worth of children is key to renewing families, culture, and community life.
- Guided by Faith and Love | Michael L. Roberts | October 2025
Michael L. Roberts delivered a devotional address at BYU on October 21, 2025. He spoke about how faith, learning, and divine love at BYU guide education, purpose, and spiritual growth.
- Pathway to Hope: BYU–Pathway Worldwide in Africa | Jane Clayson Johnson | September 2025
Jane Clayson Johnson, an Emmy Award-winning journalist, spoke on September 30, 2025, about Jesus Christ’s love for His children globally and the gathering of Israel, highlighting BYU–Pathway Worldwide’s work in Africa.
- “The Family Is Ordained of God” | Ronald A. Rasband | 2025
Ronald A. Rasband, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered this devotional address on September 23, 2025. He spoke on "The Family Is Ordained of God," referencing the Fami…
- Lessons in Giving Gifts of Light | C. Shane Reese | 2025
C. Shane Reese, president of Brigham Young University, delivered a devotional address on September 16, 2025, focusing on how Christ's light offers peace and hope. He encourages listeners to choose love, share their gifts, and act as beacon…
- Becoming a Student of BYU | Wendy W. Reese | 2025
Wendy W. Reese, wife of BYU President Reese, delivered a speech on becoming students of BYU. She emphasized building upon a legacy of faith, service, and discipleship, drawing inspiration from individuals who place Christ at the center.
- Joseph’s School | Justin Collings | August 2025
Justin Collings' August 25, 2025, faculty address at BYU, titled 'Joseph's School,' proposes that the revelations of the Restoration offer foundational concepts applicable to all academic disciplines.
- Being Deliberate in the Second Half of the Second Century of BYU | Clark G. Gilbert | 2025
Clark G. Gilbert addressed BYU's divine mission and the preparation of disciples for the Lord's return in his August 25, 2025 university conference address.
- An Ear to Wisdom, a Heart to Understanding | Gerrit W. Gong | August 19, 2025
Gerrit W. Gong, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, spoke about Jesus Christ's atonement, redemption, and restoration. The address was given at BYU Education Week on August 19,…
- Doin’ the Plan: Trusting in God’s Love and Help | Amy T. Jex | August 2025
Amy T. Jex's August 5, 2025 devotional address, 'Doin' the Plan,' focuses on the importance of agency, repentance, and trusting in divine help to realize one's eternal potential.
- Faith and Flourishing in Your Life and Work | Paul W. Lambert | July 2025
Paul W. Lambert's July 29, 2025, BYU forum address highlights research indicating that faith and religious engagement are key societal strengths for overcoming social division, loneliness, and virtue decline.
- “Fear Not, Little Flock” | Sherami L. Jara | July 2025
Sherami L. Jara addresses the coexistence of faith with sorrow, sadness, struggle, and pain in a devotional talk delivered on July 15, 2025.
- We Chose This! Agency, Atonement, and Joy | Brennan C. Platt | July 2025
Brennan C. Platt, a BYU economics professor, delivered a devotional address on July 8, 2025, about agency, atonement, and joy. He highlighted that while humans make mistakes and are insufficient on their own, the Savior's Atonement allows…
- Working Through Wobble | Dawan L. Coombs | July 2025
Dawan L. Coombs, a BYU English professor, discusses finding stability during difficult times by remembering one's divine identity, engaging in dialogue with God, and trusting in divine plans.
- Answering the Dual Calls for Academic Excellence and Discipleship | William W. Clayton | June 2025
William W. Clayton delivered a devotional address at BYU on June 24, 2025, focusing on how students can unite faith and discipleship with academic excellence to build strong foundations for service.
- Go to Light, Be Filled with Light, and Share Light | Richard M. Houseman | 2025
Richard M. Houseman delivered a devotional address on June 10, 2025, at BYU. He spoke about approaching Christ's light and sharing it through acts of giving, forgiving, and loving.
- Lessons from Noise: Crackle to Calm | Kent L. Gee | June 2025
Kent L. Gee, recipient of the Karl G. Maeser Distinguished Faculty Lecturer Award, delivered a forum on June 3, 2025, discussing how understanding noise's negative impacts can foster intentional environmental management, possibly involving…
- Jesus Christ, the Master Teacher | Sarah K. Clark | May 2025
Sarah K. Clark, dean of the McKay School of Education at BYU, delivered a devotional address on May 20, 2025. She spoke about gaining new insights by revisiting life chapters and inviting Jesus Christ to guide one's story.
- The Most Desirable Above All Things | Salani L. Pita | May 2025
Salani L. Pita's May 13, 2025 devotional address at BYU, titled 'The Most Desirable Above All Things,' explores how consistent patterning can enhance our connection to God's love and His desire to involve us in salvation.
- A Bonfire of Faith | Hal R. Boyd | May 2025
Hal R. Boyd, chief of staff to the president of BYU, delivered a devotional address on May 6, 2025, emphasizing the role of repentance, service, and charity in sustaining faith within the academic institution.
- A Question of Priorities | J. Clifford Wallace | April 2025
Judge J. Clifford Wallace suggests that prioritizing family and church service leads to successful lives. This was shared during a BYU commencement address on April 24, 2025.
- A Light to the World: The Paradox of the BYU Graduate Student | Clark G. Gilbert | April 2025
In his April 24, 2025 commencement address, Clark G. Gilbert addressed BYU graduate students, emphasizing their calling to maintain spiritual integrity while serving as a light to the world.
- Joyfully Receive the Unexpected Messiah | Dieter F. Uchtdorf | 2025
Dieter Uchtdorf's devotional address from April 15, 2025, focuses on embracing both sorrow and joy, and seeking a higher perspective through daily connection with Christ. The talk was delivered at BYU.
- Teresa R. Bell | The Hand of God in Your Life | April 2025
Teresa Bell discusses how Heavenly Father is present in our lives. She suggests that daily prayer, journaling, and patriarchal blessings can help individuals perceive divine influence.
- Religion’s Surprising Impact on Academic Success | Ilana M. Horwitz | March 2025
Ilana M. Horwitz explores the 'abider advantage,' detailing how religious frameworks provide discipline, structure, and support that can enhance academic achievement. This forum address was delivered on March 25, 2025.
- “Go to Work and Build” | Gabriel W. Reid | March 2025
Gabriel W. Reid delivered a devotional address on March 18, 2025, encouraging listeners to go forth with courage, trust in God’s plan, and work diligently. He emphasized that as individuals build, God is also building them.
- Discovering God’s Plan for You | Kalani Sitake | March 2025
Kalani Sitake, BYU head football coach, delivered a devotional address on March 11, 2025, discussing God's plan, divine design in adversity, and God's love and blessings.
- “These Foolish Things” | Michael A. Dunn | March 2025
Michael A. Dunn explores the concept of being 'fools for Christ,' explaining that faith in Christ and miracles can make the impossible possible through His Atonement. Dunn is a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Lat…
- Why Institutions Matter | Yuval Levin | 2025
Yuval Levin discusses the importance of institutions being formative rather than performative. He suggests strengthening institutions as a means to address America's social crisis. The address was delivered at BYU on February 25, 2025.
- My “Why” Is My Love for the Savior | Ricardo P. Giménez | 2025
In this devotional address, General Authority Seventy Ricardo P. Giménez explains that grounding one's purpose in love for the Savior is key to understanding what it means to be His disciple. Giménez delivered the address on February 11, 2…
- Jesus Christ Is the Answer | Kevin R. Duncan | February 2025
Kevin R. Duncan stated that Jesus Christ is the answer to all challenges, providing healing and strength to help overcome the world. The address was delivered on February 4, 2025.
- “The Pursuit of Happiness” | Jeffrey Rosen | January 2025
Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, spoke at BYU on January 28, 2025, about how studying the Constitution can help cultivate virtue and understand the Founders' concept of the “pursuit of happiness.”
- Banners for Discipleship | Gary E. Stevenson | January 2025
Gary E. Stevenson, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, delivered a devotional address at BYU Speeches on January 21, 2025. He spoke about carrying the banners of discipleship, including peacemaking, understanding, the restoratio…