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Church Issues Statement of Support for Federal Fairness for All Act
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- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints expressed support Friday for the federal Fairness for All Act introduced at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., this morning by nine members of Congress from seven states. The Church joins a broad coalition of bill supporters, including the Seventh-day Adventist Church, the 1st Amendment Partnership, the American Unity Fund, the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities and the Center for Public Justice. The following is the Church’s full statement: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints commends the introduction of federal legislation that seeks to preserve religious freedom and protect...
New Video Presents Evidence for the Historicity of the Book of Abraham
Brad Richins
- Book of Mormon Central, a group of individuals whose mission it is to increase understanding, accessibility, and engagement with the Book of Mormon, has released a new video regarding historical evidences of the Book of Abraham. Latter-day Saints consider the Book of Abraham to be inspired and ancient scripture that is included in our scriptural canon. However, there are a couple of aspects about the Book of Abraham that are often brought into question, including the validity of the papyri, Joseph Smith's facsimiles and the explanations included with them, and the historical evidence and accuracy within the text itself. This video...
“Adversity Is a Great Connector”: BYU Football Honors Husband, Father Diagnosed with ALS
Tommy Johnson
- Christopher Clark, a husband, father, and theater director, was recently honored by the BYU football team as one of their True Blue Heroes. Clark is a Provo, Utah, native who transformed his childhood love for acting into a career of teaching and directing. Latter-day Saints may recognize his talent from his portrayal of Paul in the Church’s “The Life of Jesus Christ Bible Videos.” In 2016, Clark was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) , a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. “My brain is sending signals to my muscles, but they aren’t getting...
Elder Holland’s Insights on These 8 Lesser-Known Names of Christ
Excerpted from "Witness for His Names" by Elder Holland
- This holiday season is the perfect time to celebrate and remember the life of our Savior, and, in addition, to learn of His many names. After serving as an apostle of the Lord and studying the names of Christ for 25 years, Elder Holland's new book, Witness for His Names, shares some insights into the various names of Christ. Here are just a few. Adoni This word means literally “My Lords.” It is the plural form of adon or Lord . It is one of the principal Hebrew synonyms for Jehovah, used in the Hebrew Bible more than 430 times to...
"Come, Follow Me" FHE: Doing It For the Right Reasons
Emily Abel
- This week's FHE lesson topic comes from the Come, Follow Me reading of Revelations 1-11 . Check out this week's Come, Follow Me study ideas on LDS Living for additional resources and suggestions. Thought “We do not strive for conversion to the Church but to Christ and His gospel, a conversion that is facilitated by the Church.” (D. Todd Christofferson “ Why the Church ” Ensign or Liahona November 2015) Scripture “He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches” ( Revelation 3:6 ). Lesson Discuss the following questions as a family: Is it possible...
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Church Issues Statement of Support for Federal Fairness for All Act
LDS Living
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints expressed support Friday for the federal Fairness for All Act introduced at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., this morning by nine members of Congress from seven states. The Church joins a broad coalition of bill supporters, including the Seventh-day Adventist Church, the 1st Amendment Partnership, the American Unity Fund, the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities and the Center for Public Justice. The following is the Church’s full statement: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints commends the introduction of federal legislation that seeks to preserve religious freedom and protect...
New Video Presents Evidence for the Historicity of the Book of Abraham
Brad Richins
- Book of Mormon Central, a group of individuals whose mission it is to increase understanding, accessibility, and engagement with the Book of Mormon, has released a new video regarding historical evidences of the Book of Abraham. Latter-day Saints consider the Book of Abraham to be inspired and ancient scripture that is included in our scriptural canon. However, there are a couple of aspects about the Book of Abraham that are often brought into question, including the validity of the papyri, Joseph Smith's facsimiles and the explanations included with them, and the historical evidence and accuracy within the text itself. This video...
“Adversity Is a Great Connector”: BYU Football Honors Husband, Father Diagnosed with ALS
Tommy Johnson
- Christopher Clark, a husband, father, and theater director, was recently honored by the BYU football team as one of their True Blue Heroes. Clark is a Provo, Utah, native who transformed his childhood love for acting into a career of teaching and directing. Latter-day Saints may recognize his talent from his portrayal of Paul in the Church’s “The Life of Jesus Christ Bible Videos.” In 2016, Clark was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) , a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. “My brain is sending signals to my muscles, but they aren’t getting...
Elder Holland’s Insights on These 8 Lesser-Known Names of Christ
Excerpted from "Witness for His Names" by Elder Holland
- This holiday season is the perfect time to celebrate and remember the life of our Savior, and, in addition, to learn of His many names. After serving as an apostle of the Lord and studying the names of Christ for 25 years, Elder Holland's new book, Witness for His Names, shares some insights into the various names of Christ. Here are just a few. Adoni This word means literally “My Lords.” It is the plural form of adon or Lord . It is one of the principal Hebrew synonyms for Jehovah, used in the Hebrew Bible more than 430 times to...
“Come, Follow Me” December 9–15: “Glory, and Power, Be unto . . . the Lamb for Ever”
LDS Living Staff
- This week’s readings: Revelation 1–11 Don’t forget to record your impressions and read the ideas outlined in the Come, Follow Me manuals on ChurchofJesusChrist.org . Related Video Scripture Insight This scriptural insight comes from Verse by Verse: Volume 2 by Andrew C. Skinner and D. Kelly Ogden. The seven churches of Asia were representatives, or types, of the whole Church (seven being symbolic of completeness, entirety). Seven is used 54 times in the Revelation: seven churches, candlesticks, stars, angels, vials, thunders, heads on the beast, kings, mountains, and one-thousand-year periods. Study Ideas These ideas and topics are compiled from Come, Follow...
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13 Amazing Black Friday Deals from Deseret Book
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- Black Friday is here and we've got some awesome deals from Deseret Book ! Find a Christmas present for a loved one, something nice for yourself, or the deal you can't pass up at Deseret Book . With savings of up to 70%, you’ll be sure to find a meaningful gift for everyone on your list. All of these sales are available at stores and online throughout Thanksgiving weekend. For even early access to Deseret Book's Black Friday sale next year, sign up for a Deseret Book Platinum membership . Get shopping and save big on Deseret Book's top-selling items! 30%...
19 Meaningful Gifts for Ministering Friends and Families
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- Whether you want to leave a spiritual message or just let those you minister to know that you're thinking of them, there are plenty of options. Check out our ideas below or email yours to us! Book of Mormon Videos: Scenes from First Nephi | $8.99 | The new Book of Mormon videos are the perfect gift to give the families you minister to! This first collection of videos covers the beginning of the Book of Mormon through Lehi and his family's arrival in the promised land. These videos are a great teaching aid for class, home, and personal learning. Buy...
22 Nativities from Around the World to Display in Your Home
LDS Living Staff
- While Christmas traditions vary widely from country to country, there is one small tradition that you'll see almost anywhere in the world the birth of the Savior is celebrated: the Nativity. Below, we've compiled some of our favorite nativities, inspired by other countries—all made from unique materials, with unique cultural perspectives on that sacred and silent night. Arctic Buy Now Cambodia Buy Now Cambodia Buy Now Ecuador Buy Now Germany Buy Now Ghana Buy Now Haiti Buy Now Italy Buy Now India Buy Now Ireland Buy Now Jerusalem Buy Now Kenya Buy Now Kyrgyzstan Buy Now Mexico Buy Now Mozambique Buy...
4 Tips to Help You Focus During the Sacrament
LDS Living Staff
- The following article originally ran on LDS Living in September 2015. When Jesus visited the Americas after His death, He told the people this: "And it shall be a testimony unto the Father that ye do always remember me" (3 Nephi 18:7). But obviously it’s a real struggle to remember Christ as much as He would like. There is, however, one set-aside event where our only goal is to think about Christ and His sacrifice for us: sacrament meeting. Picture the following scene in your mind: The sacrament begins. You bow your head for the prayer and a crick in your neck...
How to Take Advantage of Killer Cyber Week Deals at Deseret Book
LDS Living Staff
- It's Cyber Week at DeseretBook.com ! In addition to the great deals below, make sure you're subscribed to the LDS Living newsletter to find out what the Deseret Book "Deal of the Day" is. Bring Christmas home and start saving big on the top holiday products. Happy shopping! Cyber Week is now live at Deseret Book! Enjoy 20% off one item in the entertainment category! COUPON CODE: CM1908 (Exp. 12/07/19) Click here to apply code Let Us All Press On b y The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square —$13.49 (Save 50%) The first hymns album from the Choir after seven...
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