2.5 Developing Messages That Help People Feel God’s Love

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As Jesus Christ taught His gospel, He shared truths in relatable ways. The Savior knew people’s hearts, and He communicated in a manner that helped them feel loved by Him and by our Heavenly Father. We want to communicate more like the Savior and help people feel God’s love. The Foundational Messages, Universal Values, and Communication Attributes help us do this.

What?

Each Church communication connects to a Foundational Message.

Foundational Messages

  • God Knows and Loves You
  • Jesus Christ Has Restored His Church
  • God’s Eternal Plan of Happiness Gives Life Purpose and Meaning
  • The Book of Mormon Is Another Testament of Jesus Christ
  • Jesus Christ Is Our Savior
  • God Is the Source of Light and Truth
  • God Hears and Speaks to His Children
  • Covenants Bind Us to God and Each Other
  • Love God and Your Neighbor
  • Family Is Central to God’s Plan

Why?

Relating a Foundational Message to a Universal Value suggests why it matters.

Universal Values

  • Love
  • Acceptance and Inclusion
  • Connection with Deity or Personal Spirituality
  • Family
  • Community
  • Authentic Service
  • Personal Growth

How?

Communication Attributes describe how we hope the message is perceived.

Communication Attributes

  • Welcoming
  • Compassionate
  • Global
  • Straightforward
  • Honest and True
  • Hopeful
  • Humble
  • Inspiring

The Holy Ghost helps people feel God’s love by confirming messages of truth.

We help all of God’s children feel His love by following Jesus Christ.

Last Updated On 21 Apr 2025