Live in Obedience by Joseph B. Wirthlin
1. What are the consequences of obedience on young men in the Aaronic Priesthood. Being obedient to the laws of the gospel will enable you to avoid the sin that surrounds you, because being obedient will make you better in all that you do, "whether it be your activity in the Church, your family, education, business, profession, science, athletics, or any other worthwhile endeavor."
2. Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin speaks directly to Aaronic Priesthood holders in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This was his message in the 1994 Priesthood Conference broadcast to men in the church all over the world.
3. Elder Wirthlin wants young men to understand the importance of being obedient to counsel given by God, church leaders, and parents. Despite the trials and temptations we face, he states that if we are obedient, then we can succeed in this life and return to our Father in Heaven. For example, he says, "If you will be obedient bearers of the Aaronic Priesthood, I can promise you that by the time you are an ordained elder in the Melchizedek Priesthood, you will be ready to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ as a missionary boldly and persuasively."
4. Elder Wirthlin's talk is relevant to young Aaronic Priesthood holders. Young men, within the LDS church, are expected to serve honorable missions, become good fathers, and serve as leaders in society. How to go about accomplishing these things will become important to young priesthood holders. Elder Wirthlin uses pathos to express his views about how you can do this. He uses engaging stories to capture his audience's attention, and allows them to reflect on feelings they had had when they were obedient.
5. It is an influential, effective talk that motivates young people to change for the better. He addresses the negative effects of being disobedient, and then offers ways to become more obedient, successful people. Something we all have interest in.
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