Elder Bednar’s main topic in his talk was discussing “Things As They Really Are.” He brought many impactful insights to light, one of which was discussing the crucial role our bodies have. Gaining a body is an essential part to God’s plan. Our bodies are the homes to our spirits here on earth. By possessing a body Elder Bednar explains that we are able to recognize truth, and obey principles and ordinances more fully. We are able to experience love, joy, family life, kindness, sorrow, and pain. By discussing all of the things human beings can have pathos is created within the reader. It allows a reader to reflect on their own life and realize even more of the capabilities their bodies bring them.
Elder Bednar goes on by discussing how Lucifer, although he wants one, does not have a body. In fact he wants one so bad he would even prefer “a swine’s body over none.” However, he does not have a body and therefore we as humans have power over him. This provides logos because Elder Bednar allows us to see the logic behind this concept. Although the Devil is very powerful, he cannot force us to do anything we do not choose to do. We have the ability to act as we wish.
By reading through Elder Benar’s impactful talk a reader is able to believe what is said because of his ethos. He holds a lot of credibility by being a member of the Quorum of The Twelve Apostles. However he takes it one step further by quoting other prophets. Because of Elder Bednar’s pathos, logos, and ethos we as readers are able to learn and appreciate the crucial role our bodies hold.
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