Children learn through experience. I love that as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, we give our children and youth opportunities to teach and bear testimony! Faith is built on applying truth and choosing the right even when it is hard! Giving talks in front of a group is sometimes a little bit scary, so I hope that these Primary Talks make it easier to say “YES!” to speaking in Primary.
Primary leaders can download and print all four August Primary Talks using this link! You can have them on hand in case a child is not prepared for his/her assignment.
August 9 Primary Talk: I Can Be Brave
It is not easy to stand for what is right. It is easy to feel nervous or scared. But, Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ will help us be brave! True bravery means doing what is right even when you are afraid.
In the scriptures, Joshua said, “Be strong and of a good courage.” When we pray, read the scriptures, and follow the Holy Ghost, the Lord gives us courage to do what is right.
Even if it feels hard, we are never alone. Jesus knows how we feel, and He will help us be brave and true.
I am thankful for Jesus Christ and for His love. I know that when we choose the right, He will bless and strengthen us.
Download printable PDF: I Can Be Brave
August 16 Primary Talk: I Can Be Faithful
Everyone has challenges sometimes. Even prophets and people in the scriptures! We might have days when we feel scared, sad, or worried. But, we can be faithful because we know the Lord. He loves us, and He is always with us.
When we pray, read the scriptures, and keep His commandments, we can feel peace. Even if our problems do not go away right away, the Lord gives us strength to keep going.
I know that Jesus Christ is on our side. He understands us, and He will never leave us alone. When we trust Him, He helps us be strong and faithful.
I am thankful for my Savior and for His love. I know He will help us through every challenge.
Download Printable PDF: I Can Be Faithful
August 23 Primary Talk: Jesus Is Our Shepherd
Jesus said, “I am the good shepherd.” A shepherd loves and takes care of his sheep. He helps them find food, keeps them safe, and looks for them if they get lost.
We are like these little lambs. Jesus knows each of us by name, and He loves us very much. When we are scared, lonely, or make mistakes, Jesus is there to help us.
We can follow our Shepherd by praying, reading the scriptures, and choosing the right. As we follow Him, He will lead us and help us feel His love.
I am thankful that Jesus is my Shepherd. I know He watches over us and will always care for us.
Download Printable PDF: Jesus Is Our Shepherd
August 30 Primary Talk: We Can Be A Light
A testimony is knowing that Jesus Christ loves us and that He is our Savior. When we live like Jesus and share what we believe, we help others feel His love too.
Sometimes we can share our testimony with our words. Other times we share it by being kind, helping a friend, or choosing the right- even when it is hard!
Our example can be like a light that helps others come closer to Jesus.
Jesus said, “Let your light so shine.” When we follow Him and share our testimony, we can help bring others to His light.
I am thankful for Jesus Christ. I know He loves each one of us, and I know that as we share our testimony, others can feel His love too.
Download Printable PDF: We Can Be A Light
