King Benjamin wanted to speak to his people before he died. He asked them to gather around the temple. Families pitched tents and prepared to listen to their king and prophet. King Benjamin knew it would be difficult for everyone to hear him, so he had a large tower built that he could stand on while he spoke. He also had his words written down and delivered to people who still couldn’t hear.

King Benjamin taught the people about the importance of serving and loving each other. He said, “And behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.” (Mosiah 2:17) He also taught the people the importance of searching the scriptures, avoiding contention, and repentance. He then bore testimony of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

We recently had the opportunity to listen to our prophet and other church leaders in General Conference. May we be like King Benjamin’s people and let the words we heard change our hearts and our actions. It’s not enough to just hear the words of our prophet, we need to be obedient in order to receive the promised blessings.