Tagged with "Inspiration"
Motivational speaker without limbs encourages students to love self, others
MR says: Nic Vujicic is not LDS, though he is Christian and has previously been invited to participate in Temple Square events. This is simply an inspiring article for youth, especially those dealing with bullies. Positive, smiling and full of jokes and energy, motivational speaker Nick Vujicic shared his...
Mortars & Miracles: Mormons in the Military
Latter-day Saints are known for serving others, and they are also known for their patriotism. For many, those two come together as members serve their country, and as they do so, learn that no matter how far they find themselves from home, the Lord is never far away. Read the amazing, heroic, and often miraculous stories of several Mormon veterans.
LDS teen tackles paralysis
Weeks after an accident that left 16-year-old Tyler Schihabel paralyzed from the waist down, thousands have seen his spiritual and physical strength change lives. Tyler fell 30 feet off a sand dune in Pismo, Calif. on Sept. 5. His chest hit the handlebars of his ATV and pinched his vertebrae,...
Learning by Heart: This LDS musician keeps defying medical odds—and inspiring us all to “live for Eden.”
“When I was born, the doctors said I had half a heart,” says Paul Cardall. “And essentially, that was right.” Paul, who was born with congenital heart defect (CHD), says doctors didn’t know if he had long to live. His tiny heart was missing the tricuspid valve (tricuspid atresia), a...
Being Teachable
By being teachable, we activate the full force and blessings of the Atonement in our lives. True disciples of the Master are teachable. In just a few words, Abraham gives us much insight into why he was so greatly blessed. He lived a life “desiring to receive instructions, and to keep the...
Message of Joy
Life may not be easy for Jack Rushton, but because of his resolve, he has inspired thousands of people with his story of faith and joy. In person, through writing, and through video, Jack uses his story to show that there is always a reason to continue living. Jack was injured in a body surfing...
Heroes at Heart
Each day regular people around the world wake up, wrangle kids, deal with the stresses of life, and go to bed again. But every once in a while, an otherwise typical person puts on an invisible cape and goes to work giving back to the rest of the human family. These are the stories of five such ordinary people - business owners, homemakers, public servants - who also happen to be doing extraordinary things.
Hope Rising
A family tragedy would lead this ordinary housewife down an unexpected path—one that would bring hope and healing to thousands of people half a world away. Ten years ago Becky Douglas's life changed forever. Her oldest daughter, Amber, lost her battle with bipolar disorder and took her own...
The Blessings of General Conference
Decide now to make general conference a priority in your life. Decide to listen carefully and follow the teachings that are given. It is a sacred responsibility to address you in this general priesthood meeting. I always look forward to attending these priesthood sessions with my sons. I have great...
Just Keep Trying!
The storms of life can be overwhelming spiritually, emotionally, and physically. But do you simply throw up your hands and hold your breath until the sun comes out? I've found that in trying times, it's best to just keep trying! Life sometimes feels like being in a riptide, those powerful currents...
FHE: Inspiration
"The invitation to ask, seek, and knock for divine direction exists because God lives and Jesus is the living Christ." - Russell M. Nelson Conference Talk: For more information on this topic read "Ask, Seek, Knock," by Russell M. Nelson, Ensign , Nov 2009, 81-84. Thought: Every Latter-day...
Asking for Change
Questions can be powerful! They can help us to see, feel, think, and do things differently. In fact, I have found that one of the most effective ways to change your life is to simply change the questions you ask yourself, your friends, and the Lord. I love questions! I love their ability to help us...
Worth the Effort
Many of us have been reminded that love is the most significant word in the first two commandments. First we are to love God and then we are to love our neighbors. We have also been reminded that the second commandment does not end with loving everyone else because it says, “…as thyself.”
Anything but Ordinary
Throughout the world, LDS women are quietly inspiring others, doing their best to live the gospel while negotiating the waters of modern-day life. What would it be like to discover each of their stories? All would no doubt include challenge, strength, heartache, and inspiration. While each LDS woman has unique talents and life circumstances, they all have a common thread of service and faith that transcends culture, language, and background. With that, here are glimpses at the stories of four "ordinary" women living extraordinary lives.
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