Introduction

Some Relief Society lessons invite discussion—but others invite something deeper: reflection, healing, and a return to the Savior.

Elder Clark G. Gilbert’s talk “Come Home” is one of those messages. It speaks directly to the quiet struggles many carry—feeling like we don’t belong, feeling inadequate, doubting, or feeling held back by our past.

This lesson help is designed to help you walk through the talk in a way that invites meaningful participation and personal connection. Each section follows the natural flow of the talk and includes powerful, extended quotes, discussion questions, object lessons, and personal prompts to help sisters not only understand the doctrine—but feel it.

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Section 1: Christ’s Grace Makes Up the Difference

Teach

Elder Gilbert begins by acknowledging inadequacy and pointing us to Christ’s grace as the source of strength.

Quote

“As Christine and I have felt the overwhelming weight of this calling, we have been grateful to know that Christ’s grace makes up the difference in our lives. We have been grateful for the prayers and sustaining support of so many.”

Discussion Questions

1. When have you felt the “overwhelming weight” of responsibility?
2. What does it mean that Christ’s grace makes up the difference?
3. Why is it hard to rely on grace instead of ourselves?
4. How do prayers from others strengthen us?
5. What does this teach about humility?
6. How can we access Christ’s grace more fully?
7. What experiences have taught you about grace?
8. How does this shift your expectations of yourself?
9. What does it look like to trust Christ more?
10. How can we extend grace to others?

Object Lessons

1. A scale showing imbalance being corrected.
2. A bridge filling a gap.
3. A missing puzzle piece being added.
4. A crutch supporting weight.
5. A light illuminating darkness.

Personal Sharing Prompts

1. Share a time you felt inadequate but were helped.
2. Describe how Christ has strengthened you.
3. Share how others’ support has helped you.
4. Talk about learning to rely on grace.
5. Share a moment of spiritual reassurance.
6. Describe how you’ve seen God help you.
7. Share how you’ve grown through challenges.
8. Talk about trusting God more.
9. Share how you extend grace to yourself.
10. Describe what grace means to you.

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Section 2: The Savior Still Calls Us Back

Teach

Even when we stray or make mistakes, Christ continually invites us back.

Quote

“Choices do have consequences, but we know in the gospel of Jesus Christ that when we lose our way spiritually, the Savior still allows us to change… ‘Because of our covenant with God, He will never tire in His efforts to help us…’ and ‘should [we] stray, He will help [us] find [our] way back.’”

Discussion Questions

1. What does it mean that God “never tires” in helping us?
2. Why is it comforting that we can always change?
3. What holds people back from returning?
4. How does this reflect God’s character?
5. What experiences have taught you about repentance?
6. Why is hope central to this doctrine?
7. How can we help others feel this invitation?
8. What does “coming back” look like in daily life?
9. How does this change how we view mistakes?
10. What does this teach about mercy?

Object Lessons

1. A path leading back home.
2. A reset button.
3. A compass redirecting direction.
4. A door always open.
5. A GPS recalculating route.

Personal Sharing Prompts

1. Share a time you felt called back.
2. Describe how repentance changed you.
3. Share how you’ve felt God’s patience.
4. Talk about returning after feeling distant.
5. Share how you help others come back.
6. Describe a moment of renewed hope.
7. Share how your perspective on mistakes has changed.
8. Talk about God’s mercy in your life.
9. Share how you’ve grown spiritually.
10. Describe what “coming home” means to you.

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Section 3: For Those Who Feel They Don’t Belong

Teach

Elder Gilbert speaks directly to those who feel like outsiders or disconnected.

Quote

“She had long known something was missing… but felt overwhelmed just to walk back into church… She dressed for church one Sunday, only to park her car and watch others walk into the building… Overcome with anxiety, she simply drove home… and wept alone…

… She had been away from the Church for 30 years… But the Lord brought her home and restored her to His light, love, and joy.”

Discussion Questions

1. What emotions stand out in this story?
2. Why might someone feel they don’t belong?
3. How can we make others feel welcome?
4. What role does courage play in returning?
5. How does the Lord “bring us home”?
6. What can we learn from her persistence?
7. How can we be more aware of those struggling?
8. What small acts can make a big difference?
9. How do we create belonging in Relief Society?
10. How does Christ help us feel accepted?

Object Lessons

1. A chair saved for someone.
2. A door being opened.
3. A lost item being found.
4. A light guiding someone in.
5. A name being called.

Personal Sharing Prompts

1. Share a time you felt like you didn’t belong.
2. Describe how someone helped you feel included.
3. Share how you’ve welcomed others.
4. Talk about overcoming fear.
5. Share a moment you felt God’s love.
6. Describe how you’ve seen others return.
7. Share how belonging has impacted you.
8. Talk about reaching out to someone.
9. Share a meaningful connection.
10. Describe how Christ includes everyone.

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Section 4: For Those Who Feel They Don’t Measure Up

Teach

Many feel unworthy or inadequate—but Christ invites us to come as we are.

Quote

“‘You don’t have to be perfect to be in this Church. You just have to do your best, and Christ will make up the difference.’ … ‘I think it’s time I join this Church so I can become a better father and a better husband.’”

Discussion Questions

1. Why do people feel they aren’t “good enough”?
2. What does it mean to do our best?
3. How does Christ make up the difference?
4. How can we shift away from perfectionism?
5. What does this teach about worthiness?
6. How can we help others feel accepted?
7. What role does faith play here?
8. How does this change our mindset?
9. What is the difference between striving and perfectionism?
10. How can we internalize this truth?

Object Lessons

1. A partially completed project.
2. A child learning to walk.
3. A progress chart.
4. A broken object repaired.
5. A ladder climbed step by step.

Personal Sharing Prompts

1. Share a time you felt inadequate.
2. Describe how Christ helped you.
3. Share how you’ve overcome perfectionism.
4. Talk about doing your best.
5. Share how your confidence has grown.
6. Describe how you’ve seen others grow.
7. Share how you extend grace.
8. Talk about faith in action.
9. Share how this changed your perspective.
10. Describe what “enough” means to you.

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Section 5: For Those Who Doubt

Teach

Doubt doesn’t disqualify us—it invites us to anchor ourselves in what we do know.

Quote

“We promised them that as they anchored in the things they did believe, the Lord would help with the things they didn’t… Overcoming their concerns was not an issue of resolving every faith question but of helping them recognize the Holy Ghost.”

Discussion Questions

1. How can we anchor in what we believe?
2. Why is it okay to have questions?
3. What role does the Holy Ghost play?
4. How do we move forward with uncertainty?
5. What helps strengthen faith?
6. How can we support those who doubt?
7. What does this teach about patience?
8. How can we recognize the Spirit?
9. What experiences have strengthened your faith?
10. How does this apply personally?

Object Lessons

1. An anchor holding steady.
2. A flashlight in darkness.
3. A foundation being built.
4. A seed growing slowly.
5. A compass pointing direction.

Personal Sharing Prompts

1. Share a time you had questions.
2. Describe how your faith grew.
3. Share how the Spirit guided you.
4. Talk about trusting God.
5. Share how you found answers.
6. Describe how you’ve supported others.
7. Share a moment of clarity.
8. Talk about patience in faith.
9. Share how you’ve stayed grounded.
10. Describe your testimony journey.

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Section 6: For Those Held Back by Traditions or the Past

Teach

Sometimes we feel bound by expectations, traditions, or past experiences—but Christ invites us forward.

Quote

“He cited the need to honor the faith traditions of his now deceased parents… We helped him realize that they now understood… Two months later he was baptized. And a year later his family was sealed in the temple.”

Discussion Questions

1. What traditions can hold people back?
2. How can we honor the past while moving forward?
3. What does this teach about growth?
4. How can we overcome mental barriers?
5. What role does perspective play?
6. How can we support others in this?
7. What fears might be involved?
8. How does Christ help us move forward?
9. What changes when we choose faith?
10. How does this apply in your life?

Object Lessons

1. Chains being removed.
2. A door opening forward.
3. A path leaving behind obstacles.
4. A bird leaving a cage.
5. A new chapter in a book.

Personal Sharing Prompts

1. Share a tradition that shaped you.
2. Describe a time you moved forward.
3. Share how you overcame fear.
4. Talk about letting go of the past.
5. Share how your perspective changed.
6. Describe a leap of faith.
7. Share how God guided you.
8. Talk about honoring while growing.
9. Share how you’ve supported others.
10. Describe personal growth.

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Section 7: The Savior Is Actively Calling Us Home

Teach

The message culminates in a powerful invitation—Christ is actively calling each of us back.

Quote

“It was as if they were holding up a light to say, ‘Please come sit with me; we saved a seat just for you.’

… ‘Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling… Come home…’

The Savior loves all of us and is tenderly calling for you and for me to come home.”

Discussion Questions

1. What does it mean that Christ is calling us home?
2. How do we recognize His invitation?
3. What does the “saved seat” symbolize?
4. How can we help others feel invited?
5. Why is this message so personal?
6. How does Christ show His love?
7. What does “home” represent spiritually?
8. How can we respond to His call?
9. What changes when we accept it?
10. How can we share this message?

Object Lessons

1. A light guiding the way.
2. A seat saved for someone.
3. A welcome sign.
4. A home with the door open.
5. A path leading home.

Personal Sharing Prompts

1. Share a time you felt called back.
2. Describe what “home” means spiritually.
3. Share how Christ has invited you.
4. Talk about helping others return.
5. Share how you’ve felt His love.
6. Describe a moment of belonging.
7. Share how you’ve responded to promptings.
8. Talk about spiritual direction.
9. Share how you’ve seen others return.
10. Describe your journey toward Christ.

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Conclusion

Preparing a Relief Society lesson doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or uncertain. With a clear structure and meaningful prompts, your lesson can become a place where sisters feel safe, seen, and spiritually strengthened.

This lesson help gives you everything you need to guide thoughtful discussion, invite personal reflection, and create a Spirit-led experience. Instead of focusing on what to say next, you can focus on listening, connecting, and allowing the Savior to teach through you.

Elder Gilbert’s message reminds us that no matter where we are—whether we feel distant, unsure, or unworthy—the Savior is always calling us home.

And as you teach this message, you become part of that invitation.

Posted By: Lia · In: Relief Society