The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch
Many professors present “The Last Lecture" as part of their retirement process. Professors are asked to consider their demise and to ruminate on that which matters most. And while they speak, audiences can’t help but mull the same question: What wisdom would we impart to the world if we knew it was our last chance? If we had to vanish tomorrow, what would we want as our legacy?
The book is an enjoyable read and does in fact set one pondering regarding living life to its fullest and capturing the moment, overcoming obstacles, and enabling the dreams of others. The book shares tidbits and some insights; but I felt compelled to dive into a deeper last lecture series. I thought of the prophets in the scriptures and their farewell lectures and then my thoughts turned toward more recent prophets thinking their last lectures would have a germain and compelling content for today. One could gather them all, I did not. There are different ways to build the list: favorites, most renown, or as I chose starting with apostles who were called after Hinckley but have passed on.
The list and connections follow and make for an interesting read, I have made an attempt to get their last public discourse, there in fact may be latter talks, in which case I would appreciate the update. Read one or two; and I hope you will enjoy them as did I.
Gordon B. Hinckley (served as apostle #75 from 1961-1982)
Stone Rolled from mountain
Nathan Eldon Tanner (served as apostle #76 from 1962-1982)
Let us do as we have been counseled
Marvin J Ashton (served as apostle #80 from 1971-1994)
A Yearning for Home
Bruce R. McConkie (served as apostle #80 from 1972-1985)
The Purifying Power of Gethsemane
David B. Haight (served as apostle #82 from 1976-2004)
How Great the Wisdom and the Love
Elder James E. Faust (served as apostle #83 from 1978-2007)
Message to My Grandsons
Elder Neal A. Maxwell (served as apostle #84 from 1981 – 2004)
Remember How Merciful the Lord Hath Been
Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin (served as apostle #88 from 1986 – 2008)
Come What May, and Love It
