Faith

Sherami Jara, assistant dean and director of Liberal Arts Advisement and Careers, delivered a devotional address at the Joseph Smith Building on choosing faith over fear through turning to Jesus Christ.

Platt, a professor and associate chair of the Economics Department, reminded the audience of the incredible power of choice; both in everyday life and in the grand eternal plan of Heavenly Father.

In her Tuesday morning devotional, Dawan Coombs, an associate professor of English, spoke powerfully about the divine identity of all of God’s children. She taught how the knowledge of this divine heritage can serve as a lifeline in the times of confusion, trial or indecision.

“Sometimes the pursuit of academic and professional excellence and the pursuit of discipleship are framed as being in tension with each other,” William Clayton said in his devotional address. “My experience is that these pursuits can actually reinforce each other in important ways when we keep our eye single to the glory of God.”

Richard Houseman, dean of BYU Continuing Education, gave his devotional address Tuesday morning in the Marriott Center. He centered his remarks on a powerful spiritual pattern of going toward light, being filled with it and then sharing it.

Sarah Clark, dean of the David O. McKay School of Education, delivered the devotional address on Tuesday morning at the Marriott Center. She centered her address on the idea that each person has stories, often ones of failure or hardship, that the Savior wants to help us revisit, understand and rewrite.

“If today you feel your prayers are not heard, or you can’t feel God’s love for you, please know that every effort you make matters, even if you don’t yet recognize it,” Salani Pita said in her Tuesday morning devotional address.

Hal Boyd, chief of staff to the president, delivered the first devotional of spring term on Tuesday morning in the Marriott Center at Brigham Young University.

On Tuesday morning, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf spoke at the Marriott Center during what he called "the most important week.” This week is important not because of final exams but because it is Holy Week, culminating in Easter Sunday.

In her devotional address on Tuesday at the BYU Marriott Center, Bell taught how to recognize God’s hand in your life.

In his Tuesday morning devotional at the Marriott Center, Brother Gabriel W. Reid spoke about trusting God's plan and actively participating in His work. He emphasized that revelation is essential in this process.

“If I could go back [to my time as a freshman in college] and tell myself anything, it would be that God has a plan for you,” taught Kalani Sitake, BYU’s head football coach.

Elder Michael A. Dunn, a General Authority Seventy for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered Tuesday’s devotional address at the Marriott Center.

Elder Ricardo P. Giménez, a General Authority Seventy for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered Tuesday’s devotional address at the Marriott Center. He focused his message on the importance of understanding the "why" behind spiritual practices, rather than simply completing tasks.

Elder Kevin R. Duncan, a General Authority Seventy for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered Tuesday’s devotional address at the Marriott Center. He focused his message on Jesus Christ, reminding the audience that through life's trials, whatever they may be, Jesus Christ is always the answer.

In his Tuesday morning devotional at the Marriott Center, Elder Stevenson spoke on how students can be Christlike examples in the world.

President C. Shane Reese and Sister Wendy Reese welcomed students and employees back to campus with the first devotional of the winter 2025 semester on Tuesday at the BYU Marriott Center.

Elliott Wise, a BYU art history professor, strongly believes in the power of symbolism and art — and their deep connection to one's faith — whether expressed through a Nativity set or a painting of the Savior.