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51966

Watch: Beautiful "I Stand All Amazed" Reflects on Our Savior's Sacrifice

LDS Living - Book of Mormon Central released the following video—"I Stand All Amazed" by Tyler Perry—to celebrate our Savior's life, death, and resurrection. With the video, they shared this message: "This Easter season, let us remember the marvelous sacrifice of our Lord and Savior. Oh, it is wonderful! Wonderful to me!" ...

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Hank Smith: Why Easter Is and Should Be the Most Important Holiday

Hank R. Smith, excerpted from "His Majesty and Mission" - Each spring, the Lord teaches us that life and warmth follow the fall and the winter. The “fortunate fall” of man brought about spiritual and physical death (Daniel K Judd, The Fortunate Fall: Understanding the Blessings and Burdens of Adversity ). These deaths, crucial to the Lord’s plan of salvation, were meant to be overcome. With the budding of the trees and flowers, God teaches us each year that life overpowers death, warmth replaces cold, and light banishes darkness. Martin Luther is credited with saying, “Our Lord has written the promise of the resurrection, not in books alone, but in every...

The Miracle That Led One Missionary to Reuniting with His Long-Lost Sister + More

Gerald N. Lund, excerpted from "Hearing the Voice of the Lord" - The following modern stories from the lives of real people show how intimately the Lord knows us and watches over His children, even those who do not hold high position in the Church. Some of these examples are really quite remarkable. Others show that the Lord intervenes even in things some might not consider worthy of an earthly parent’s attention, let alone a Divine One’s. Yet, they truly show “that the tender mercies of the Lord are over all those whom he hath chosen” ( 1 Nephi 1:20 ). “São Paulo Has Seventeen Million People”  An associate of mine who served...

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10 Fascinating Facts You Didn’t Know About the Salt Lake Temple

Lindsey Miller - The Salt Lake Temple is an iconic building for members of the Church. The history behind the temple and the sacrifices early Saints made to complete it are inspiring and touching. We’ve all heard how it took 40 years to complete, but there’s so much more to the story of how the temple came to be what it is today. The rich history and little-known facts about the Salt Lake Temple give us even more to love and appreciate about this house of the Lord. ► You'll also like:  Church Releases Renderings of What the Salt Lake Temple Will Look Like...

52010

"All In" excerpt: The Advice One Columbine Survivor Would Give To Parkland Students

LDS Living - In the 20 years since the Columbine High School shooting on April 20, 1999, the United States and the world at large has mourned lives lost in that and subsequent school shootings, including Virginia Tech, Sandy Hook, and Parkland. Earlier this week, we published an article featuring four Columbine survivors . Sarah Green Bush, who was just 16 years old when she lived through Columbine, is now a wife and mother. She explained in that article that each instance of school violence brings the memories of that day to the surface. “When Sandy Hook happened, that was just a huge, huge...

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Watch: 3 Words That Will Change How You See "Doubting" Thomas, Our Savior, and Easter

LDS Living - For Holy Week, LDS Living is preparing for Easter in two simple ways: 1) by focusing on the events leading up to Easter on our Instagram account @brightly.beams and 2) by releasing a video a day focusing on the perspective of those who witnessed the life and resurrection of our Savior. Here is the sixth video ( watch the first five here ), featuring Emily Belle Freeman and David Butler of Don't Miss This   as they explain what we can learn about Easter and our Savior from Thomas. While many focus on Thomas's doubt following the Savior's resurrection, what is...

52001

Watch: Easter Video Testifies Our Savior Lives and Comes into Our Lives Where We Are

LDS Living Staff - For Holy Week, LDS Living has been preparing for Easter in two simple ways: 1) by focusing on the events leading up to Easter on our Instagram account @brightly.beams and 2) by releasing a video a day focusing on the perspective of those who witnessed the life and resurrection of our Savior. Here is our seventh and final video ( watch the others here ), featuring Emily Belle Freeman and David Butler of Don't Miss This   as they testify of the significance of the empty tomb and that the Savior intervenes in our own lives, meeting us where we are...

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8 Beautiful Quotes About the Atonement from Apostles and Prophets

LDS Living Staff - Apostles and prophets bear witness to Christ and His divine mission. This Easter season, we have compiled some of our favorite quotes from apostles on the Atonement. Russell M. Nelson "Let us . . . ponder the deep meaning of the word atonement . In the English language, the components are at-one-ment , suggesting that a person is at one with another. Other languages employ words that connote either expiation or reconciliation . Expiation means 'to atone for.' Reconciliation comes from Latin roots re , meaning 'again'; con , meaning 'with'; and sella , meaning 'seat.' Reconciliation , therefore, literally means...

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"Come, Follow Me" April 22–28: “What Shall I Do to Inherit Eternal Life?”

LDS Living Staff - This week’s readings: Matthew 18; Luke 10 Don’t forget to record your impressions and read the ideas outlined in the new  Come, Follow Me manuals on  ChurchofJesusChrist.org . Bible Video Scripture Insight This scriptural insight comes from  Verse by Verse, The New Testament: Volume 1  by Andrew C. Skinner and D. Kelly Ogden. Ten thousand talents, which the servant owed the king, was an enormous sum—millions of dollars. In comparison, Josephus notes that the entire tribute of Galilee and Perea for 4 B.C. was only 200 talents and the entire yearly income of Herod the Great was only 900 talents (Antiquities...

52004

Watch: Latter-day Saint's Proposal to Girlfriend at Ohio State Game Captures Media Attention

LDS Living Staff - Ohio State punter and Latter-day Saint Drue Chrisman brought fans to their feet and made the stadium roar with cheers at an unforgettable spring game. And no, it wasn't for a 90-yard punt or a trick play. Chrisman surprised everyone at the Ohio State game, including his girlfriend, Avery Eliason, when he pulled out a ring while already on one knee. Hey @averyanne33 , what are you doing for the rest of your life? pic.twitter.com/kNQBDbRaaJ — Drue Chrisman (@DChrisman91) April 13, 2019 During halftime, Chrisman planned a fake contest for Eliason to compete in, having her try to make a field...

52002

Watch: Why Christ Cleansed the Temple + Other Fascinating Symbolism from His Last Week on Earth

LDS Living Staff - There is one event during Holy Week that can seem strange when compared to the other acts the Savior performed during His last days: the cleansing of the temple in Jerusalem.  Though the Savior was well within his rights as the Son of God to turn the moneychangers away from temple grounds, there actually is more meaning to His acts than simply that. That's because the last week of the Savior's life was also Passover, a time when the Jewish people celebrated their ancestors' divine liberation from the bondage of Egypt.  "Upon entering the temple courts, Jesus cleansed His Father's house...

51967

Grammy Award-Winning Songwriter Creating Film About Black Pioneer, Green Flake

Arianne Brown - Mauli Bonner sat down on the set of his upcoming film, wrought with emotion. With tears in his eyes, he spoke to his crew. “To be able to tell these stories,” he said in a video about the project, “it’s just that they deserve it. Everybody. We deserve to know.” The stories Bonner was referring to were those focusing on black members in the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and, in particular, one pioneer by the name of Green Flake. The film was being created in an effort to commemorate Flake's life. It is his story...

51990

Church Releases Renderings of What the Salt Lake Temple Will Look Like After Renovations

LDS Living - Details and project renderings have been released regarding the upcoming closure and renovation of the historic Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Read more about these changes here. ► You'll also like: What the Salt Lake Temple Might Have Looked Like Rendering of the north side entry into Temple Square. Rendering of the north side entry into Temple Square across the street from the Conference Center. Rendering view inside the north gate of Temple Square showing the top of the skylight over the recommend desk entry. A rendering of the temple’s base isolation phase. Rendering...

51988

The Salt Lake Temple Will Close Dec. 29 for 4 Years as Part of the Temple Square Renovation Plan

Newsroom - Details and project renderings have been released regarding the upcoming closure and renovation of the historic Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. ( See renderings of what the Salt Lake Temple and Temple Square will look like with these changes here. ) Church President Russell M. Nelson  announced the pioneer-era temple will close December 29, 2019, and will remain closed for approximately four years while undergoing a major structural and seismic renovation. The temple is expected to reopen in 2024 with a public open house. ► You'll also like:  40 Things You Didn't Know about...

51985

Watch: What We Can Learn About Easter and the Savior from 2 Disciples

LDS Living Staff - For Holy Week, LDS Living is preparing for Easter in two simple ways: 1) by focusing on the events leading up to Easter on our Instagram account @brightly.beams and 2) by releasing a video a day focusing on the perspective of those who witnessed the life and resurrection of our Savior. Here is the fifth video ( watch the first four here ), featuring Emily Belle Freeman and David Butler of Don't Miss This   as they explain what we can learn about Easter and our Savior from the view of two disciples who witnessed His resurrection. ► You'll also like: ...

51984

Ask a Latter-day Saint Therapist: I’m Divorced and Chastity is More Difficult Than Before I Was Married

Jonathan Decker, LMFT - For daily gospel-based relationship insights, join Jonathan’s  Facebook group . To submit a question,  click here .  Q: Divorced singles like me are struggling.  We’ve been counseled to avoid situations where physical intimacy could happen. Before we had married that was easier to follow, because we didn’t know what that felt like (physically or emotionally). But once you’ve been married and intimate and that’s taken away, it’s so much harder to be chaste. Are we to just pretend that those feelings and emotions never happened? . . . That is something that I haven't seen talked about anywhere. A: Such a...

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“Come Follow Me” FHE: He Came to Save the Lost

Jessica Grimaud - This week's FHE lesson topic comes from the Come, Follow Me reading in Matthew 18 and Luke 10 . Check out this week's Come, Follow Me study ideas on LDS Living for additional resources and suggestions. Thought “I know that each of you bears a concern for a loved one. Give encouragement, service, and support to them. Love them. Be kind to them. In some cases, they will return. In others, they will not. But in all cases, let us ever be worthy of the name we take upon ourselves, even that of Jesus Christ.” (Joseph B. Wirthlin, “Concern for the...

51960

Watch: New Church Video Explains What Latter-day Saints Believe About the Godhead

LDS Living Staff - What do Latter-day Saints believe about the Godhead and how is it different from other Christian faiths? A new video by the Church, "What Mormons Believe About the Godhead," explains why Latter-day Saints believe Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost are separate beings with one divine purpose. "Each member is a different, individual being, yet all three are united in thought, knowledge, power, and purpose," the video's YouTube description reads. "They work together in perfect unity with the hope of bringing all God’s children back to live with Them again." ...

51964

Rising Latter-day Saint Opera Singers Say Missions Helped Them to Get Where They Are Today

Church News - Mary Hoskins and her brother Jonah Hoskins are two rising stars in the opera business. According to  Church News , the two Latter-day Saints have competed in or will compete in the most elite opera singing competitions in the U.S. That's why it is so strange the two would decide to take a break from their careers to serve missions, but that sacrifice doesn't seem to have slowed them down.  Traditionally, up-and-coming opera singers follow a trajectory of uninterrupted, relentless study. But Mary and Jonah both took a break from opera for extended periods to realize spiritual goals. Big sister served...

51939

How One Latter-day Saint Found Healing in Using Rocks to Create the Stories of Jesus

Trent Toone, for LDS Living - After going through one of the most devastating times of her life, Patti Rokus found healing and inspiration in rocks. While solo camping in Montana, Rokus was drawn to a dry riverbed featuring rocks of different sizes, shapes and colors. She filled a bucket and took them home, even though she wasn't sure why. At the same time, Rokus was in the great outdoors to commune with God and find spiritual guidance for what to do next with her life. "Could I do something different from technology and corporate America? Is there something else I could offer the world?" Rokus said....

51962

President Nelson Pens Personal Note of Sympathy to Pope Francis After Notre Dame Fire

Newsroom - President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints wrote words of comfort and encouragement to Pope Francis in the wake of the devastating fire at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, April 15, 2019. In his letter, President Nelson expressed profound sadness at the damage done to this sacred structure that has stood for more than 800 years. President Nelson, the leader of a 16.3 million-member faith community, told the Bishop of Rome that his thoughts immediately went to him and the many beloved friends in the Catholic faith. He said he is heartbroken by the tragedy...

51963

Our 21-Day Easter Challenge: We're Wrapping Up with an Incredible Facebook Live Event

LDS Living Staff - For April, LDS Living  tried something unprecedented with our virtual monthly book club . This month, we focused on a book that not only offers inspiring thoughts but provides ways to help each of us draw closer to Christ during the three weeks leading up to Easter.  Easter is one of those holidays that can be difficult to make meaningful without making things feel forced. But Emily Belle Freeman's stunning book Closer to Christ , which combines her two best-selling books Becoming His  and 21 Days Closer to Christ , helps readers focus on our Savior and invite His influence into...

51957

Watch: What Mary Magdalene Can Teach Us About Easter and Our Savior

LDS Living Staff - For Holy Week, LDS Living is preparing for Easter in two simple ways: 1) by focusing on the events leading up to Easter on our Instagram account @brightly.beams and 2) by releasing a video a day focusing on the perspective of those who witnessed the life and resurrection of our Savior. Here is the fourth video ( watch the first three here ), featuring Emily Belle Freeman and David Butler of Don't Miss This   as they explain what we can learn about Easter and our Savior from Mary Magdalene, the first witness of the Redeemer's resurrection. ► You'll also like: ...

51946

7 Stunning Temple Dresses Any Latter-day Saint Woman Would Love to Wear

LDS Living Staff - Temples are some of the most beautiful places on earth, but the work that takes place inside of them is what makes them sacred. And when you wear a temple dress you feel comfortable in, you’ll be able to concentrate more on the sacred ordinances you’re performing. There are more options now than ever so we’ve pulled together some of our favorites. Olivia Temple Dress Learn more Eliza Temple Dress Learn more Alice Temple Dress Learn more Lucy Temple Dress Learn more Caroline Temple Dress Learn more Charlotte Temple Dress Learn more Sadie Temple Dress Learn more Bonus:   Luanne Temple...

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