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Elder Cook Shows Us How to Live without Fear Despite Terrible Acts of Hate and Terrorism

LDS Living Staff - After hearing about acts of terrorism around the world in recent years, it can be difficult not to succumb to fearful living. And to illustrate how we can avoid a fearful mentality in a turbulent world, Elder Quentin L. Cook shared this inspiring example of someone who overcame fear after experiencing terrorism firsthand. Senior missionary Elder Richard Norby was at a checkout counter when bombs went off in the Brussels airport in March of this year. During the blast, he suffered broken bones, burns on 35 percent of his body, and shrapnel wounds on his neck, back, and legs, according to...

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CBS Comments on Romney’s Likelihood of Becoming Secretary of State

CBS News - "Mitt Romney is now a frontrunner," in the contest for secretary of state, at least according to CBS News anchors and headlines. In an interview with Susan Page , USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief, Page said Trump was "moving into a position to seriously consider" Romney for the job. But what makes them say Mitt Romney is "now the top contender for secretary of state"? Mitt Romney is now the strongest remaining candidate for President-elect Donald Trump’s secretary of state, CBS News’ Major Garrett reports. No final decision has been made yet, but Romney, in comparison with Gen. David Petraeus (ret)...

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Watch: Missionary Creates Music with a Ceiling Fan That Goes Viral

LDS Living Staff - After exercising, scripture study, tracting, teaching, helping others, and making meals, missionaries don't have that much spare time in a day. They spend all of it focusing on others and the Lord. But when they do get a few spare moments, it is fascinating to see how they entertain themselves. Check out this incredible ceiling fan music by a missionary that has nearly 900,000 views. Lead image screenshot from video above ...

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Video Shows What Questions Teens Ask God (& the Powerful Answers They Receive)

LDS Living Staff - When LDS Youth asked teens in the Church what they ask Heavenly Father for when they pray, their answers were powerfully real and showed insight into what each person was facing. Then each youth shared what answers they had received from God. Here's what they said: Lead image screenshot from youtube.com For an incredible resource to help answer questions from youth in the Church, check out Q&A: Common Questions and Powerful Answers for LDS Youth. ...

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Alex Boye's Creates Song for Pepsi, Explains How Faith Played a Crucial Part

Deseret News - You wouldn't think singing the cover song for Pepsi's new YouTube channel would be a spiritual experience. But for Alex Boye, his faith played a large role in this incredible experience. "We need him in NYC in two days," were the words I heard on a very unexpected phone call from MTV in September. Alex was asked to reinterpret rising star Jidenna's latest song in connection with Pepsi's new YouTube channel, and to have it done in a week. I was panicking. Alex was jumping up and down. He had three major concerts that week, and we needed the paychecks. We...

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President Monson Gives Church Members Advice That Will Help Make Christmas Even Better

Danielle B. Wagner - This week, our beloved prophet Thomas S. Monson posted a message on Facebook reminding Church members about what truly deserves our focus this holiday season. With so many activities, decorations, and gifts, sometimes the chaos or pressures of Christmas can smother a little of the spirit of the holiday. But President Monson gave the perfect counsel to help Latter-day Saints know what matters most and to feel our Savior's love. As we contemplate how we’re going to spend our money to buy gifts this holiday season, let us plan also for how we will spend our time in order to help...

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LDS Teen's Stunning "Mary Did You Know" Will Give You Chills

LDS Living Staff - When Stephanie Toney sings her cover of "Mary Did You Know" by Mark Lowry, you just might be blown away. Especially once you find out this LDS musician is only 16 years old. Listen as this LDS teen sings this beloved Christmas song in such a sincere, beautiful way it will give you the chills.  Lead image screenshot from youtube.com ...

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Elder Christofferson at Library of Congress Challenges Politicians & Others to Read the Book of Mormon

Newsroom - Read the bold testimony and witness Elder D. Todd Christofferson  gave at the Library of Congress after praying in the Senate earlier that day. Since its initial publishing 186 years ago, the Book of Mormon has made an indelible mark not only on the lives of its serious readers but also on American popular culture at large. The book was added to the list of "Books That Shaped America" in 2013 and since June 2016 has been a part of the “America Reads” exhibit at the Library of Congress. The exhibit’s purpose is to foster new conversations about 65 books the...

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What She Really Wants: Toyland Jewelry Line from Shane Co.

Shane Co. (Sponsored) - This year, give her something real, something meaningful, a lasting gift of fine jewelry from the Toyland collection, only at Shane Co.,your friend in the jewelry business.™ Exclusive, covetable styles from $100 to over $20,000. Jewelry with natural sapphires and rubies, colorful gemstones, beautiful 14-karat Italian gold, cultured pearls and diamonds with superior sparkle. Shane Co.’s Toyland collection includes ultra-trendy “Y” necklaces in sterling silver. These necklaces feature natural gemstones including purple amethyst, red garnet and London blue topaz cut in chic geometric shapes. The length of the necklaces can be adjusted for any neckline. They make an impressive gift at...

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Elder Renlund Creates Unique Temple Video as Part of the Church's "Special Witnesses of Christ"

LDS Living Staff - A recently released Church video featuring Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve will soon become very familiar to some Latter-day Saints. The video, which focuses on the importance of temples and temple blessings, will be featured at kiosks at LDS visitors' centers as well as at lds .org   under the "Special Witnesses of Christ" section.  The video was created by the Publishing Services Department of the Church and features stunning views of temples all over the world.  "I am very grateful to share this message and testimony with the world," Elder Renlund wrote on his Facebook page.  ...