This Valentine's Day, remember that "God's love for us is perfect." "God's Love" by Cheryl C. Lant at speeches.byu.edu

When trials come, we will need to be "sustained by our spirituality, not by our intellect" alone. "Using the Scriptures" by Robert J. Matthews at speeches.byu.edu

We are each on our own pioneer journey in this life, which is why we must remember the second great commandment: "Love thy neighbor as thyself." "Under Covenant Toward the Promised Land" by Tessa Meyer Santiago at speeches.byu.edu

If you feel disheartened or exhausted, remember that "the plan of salvation is the ultimate adventure!" "Walk in Newness of Life" by Lloyd D. Newell at speeches.byu.edu

"When thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren." What are ways you can nurture, serve, and strengthen those around you?

As you face challenges or difficulties, remember that "darkness always yields to light" and that "the sun always rises." "Banishing All Shadows" by Jeffrey R. Holland at speeches.byu.edu

Our sins can be forgiven; "though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool."

This week's spotlight is Professor Fred Woods! He most enjoys working with BYU students and has had the blessing of teaching them for over a quarter century. He's lifted by their goodness and has learned from them in a variety of ways, including as a YSA bishop. For the past two decades he's been producing documentary films. The latest on BYU TV is about a Swedish convert in South Dakota. He's also involved with the “Saints by State” project wherein he interviews select Saints from all 50 states. Professor Woods and his wife are passionate pickleball players and love playing with BYU students!

If you love teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ, consider becoming a seminary teacher! We look for individuals of high character and who have a capacity to teach in a Christ-centered, learner-focused, and scripturally based way!

Check out Scripture Conversations, our newest podcast brought to you by Y Religion! This podcast includes past Book of Mormon roundtable discussions and may incorporate future books of scripture each year. Scripture Conversations gives listeners a modern version of BYU professors discussing the word of God together in a roundtable format!

We are never alone in our efforts to become better. As we choose to be more full of love "He will lead us and guide us." “The Lord Looketh on the Heart" by Michael D. Brown at speeches.byu.edu

The BYU Religious Education Symposium in Honor of Sidney B. Sperry is here! Tonight and tomorrow, enjoy hearing from presenters about Christ in the Book of Mormon. Attendance is free! For more information including locations, parking, and presenters, please visit our website.