There Is Hope Shining Brightly Before Us | Elder Kevin S. Hamilton | November 5, 2024

Elder Kevin S. HamiltonGeneral Authority Seventy, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsDuring the BYU–Hawaii devotional, Elder Kevin S. Hamilton shares about the importance of family history work, temple worship, and the gathering of Israel." He shares personal stories about his parents' missionary service and his current role with FamilySearch. Elder Hamilton emphasizes the "Spirit of Elijah" in inspiring global participation in family history, with millions of users, many non-members, contributing to FamilySearch. He also discusses the role of technology, such as AI, in advancing genealogical work and the rapid pace of temple construction under President Nelson's leadership. Elder Hamilton concludes with a message of hope, affirming that the Lord is in charge and that the work of gathering Israel is progressing rapidly, encouraging all to move forward in faith and optimism. “"The Lord is hastening His work. He is fully in charge and in control. We have great reason to rejoice and have hope. We can do this." –Elder Kevin S. Hamilton_____Elder Kevin S. Hamilton has been a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints since April 6, 2013. He previously served in the Africa Southeast Area Presidency and the North America Northeast Area Presidency and is currently the Executive Director of the Family History Department. His Church service includes roles as a full-time missionary, bishop, stake president, and president of the Belgium Brussels/Netherlands Mission from 2003 to 2006. He holds a bachelor's degree in marketing from Brigham Young University and a master's in finance from the University of Washington. Before his call, he co-founded a venture capital firm. Born in Wenatchee, Washington, he married Claudia Keysor in 1978 and has six children and several grandchildren.#BYUH #BYUHDevo #FamilyHistory #TemplesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support.Visit byuh.edu to learn more.