In this episode, Dr. Kirk Burbidge and Maleek Kennedy dive into missions, the power of institute, and the message behind Elder John A. McCune’s talk, "Joy Through Covenant Discipleship." They discuss how making and keeping sacred covenants strengthens our relationship with God, deepens our joy, and broadens our eternal perspective. As we embrace covenant discipleship, we access spiritual power and begin to see how God—despite our trials—maintains perfect joy through His divine plan.
You can find the original address https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/46mccune?lang=eng
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