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“Be ye also ready, for in such an hour as ye think not, the Son of Man cometh.”

JS—M 1:48

2026-06-09

Daybreak: Moral Decline, Liberty & Gospel Advance

As the sun rises on another day, the signs of the times continue to unfold. We watch not with fear, but with faith — knowing that each event draws us closer to the promised day. Let us read the signs together and fill our lamps.

INIQUITY

'Rock bottom' level of disgrace seen at UNSC meeting on Starobelsk attack — Russian envoy

Recent diplomatic discord at the UN Security Council, where accusations of lost sympathy and moral failure were starkly highlighted, may reflect a broader cultural desensitization to human dignity. As we observe such shifts, Moroni 9:9-19 reminds us of the warning against losing mercy and love toward one another. This echoes the prophetic call to recognize when societal fractures mirror spiritual decline—not to fear, but to awaken. May this moment inspire us to cultivate compassion in our hearts and homes, nurturing the love that binds communities together. Let us tend to our spiritual lamps, staying ready not in anxiety, but in quiet hope. For even amid shadows, the promise of restoration endures: God’s people are gathered by mercy, not divided by shame. Stay watchful, stay kind.
CONST

Court issues order to preserve evidence over ballot shortage

As courts in South Korea move to preserve evidence regarding ballot shortages, we see human systems grappling with the complexities of order and integrity. While this legal proceeding may reflect ongoing efforts to uphold justice, it also echoes the eternal principle that God's elect are being gathered as foretold in D&C 29:7-8. Just as ballots are carefully counted to ensure a fair outcome, our Father in Heaven is carefully gathering His chosen ones to one place. In times of legal or civic conflict, let this truth inspire hope rather than anxiety. Instead of consuming ourselves with the details of earthly disputes, let us focus on spiritual readiness—filling our lamps with faith, love, and obedience. May we be among those who hear His voice and harden not our hearts, trusting in the promise that the elect will be gathered in safety and peace.
GOSPEL

New General Authority Elder Thabo Lebethoa Calls for Trust in God During Church Announcement

When Elder Thabo Lebethoa recently urged believers to place their trust in God’s divine omniscience, it resonated with a timeless spiritual truth. This call to reliance on heavenly wisdom may echo the promise in Doctrine and Covenants 121:26-28, where God assures us that knowledge will be given through the Holy Spirit, and that a time will come when nothing shall be withheld. While such announcements remind us of God’s ongoing guidance, they also invite us to seek that “unspeakable gift” through personal study, prayer, and humility. As we navigate an age of information, let us fill our lamps with faith rather than fear, anchoring our hearts in the Savior’s promises. May we remain spiritually ready, trusting that God’s light will continue to illuminate our path, even when the world feels uncertain.

As you go about your day, carry these signs in your heart — not as cause for alarm, but as invitations to draw nearer to the Savior. Watch, wait, and prepare with gladness. The best is yet to come.