Does God feel far away? Try this when you pray

“I then felt this little voice in my head say, ‘Why do you keep me so far away?’”
From a Marxist to Mongolia’s first stake president, Ochirjav Odgerel’s story is a remarkable one.
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She joins the Church, gives a large donation, and is promised great blessings she sees fulfilled only after a long journey.
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“The Atonement is much more than a divine remedy to correct our sins after they are committed.”
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A group of people gathered as the prophet’s car went past.
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August 13, 2025 04:10 PM MDT
Kelly often wondered if he’d made a lasting impact during his mission—now, he had an answer.
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August 13, 2025 10:37 AM MDT
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joined with others in the community in Denver, Colorado, on Saturday, July 26, to combat loneliness.
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August 08, 2025 11:33 AM MDT
Peter’s experience walking on water can help us conceptualize how to access God's power from the temple.
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August 07, 2025 02:53 PM MDT
If you’re running low on energy or in need of direction, ask yourself, “What would Jesus do?”
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In the past, community members have drawn water from small nearby streams. Occasionally, hot, dry weather caused those streams to dry up.
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August 06, 2025 01:43 PM MDT
“It is vast. It is silent. It is as if it is waiting,” Elder Kearon said of his surroundings.
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November 14, 2023 06:44 AM MST
When we take the time to really get to know someone, our efforts to let them shine brighten our lives as well. We are closer to living consecrated lives when we recognize the beauty of the individual contributions made by each of our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.
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“President Ballard was never indecisive,” President Russell M. Nelson said. “He knew exactly what the Lord taught and how it could be applied in one’s personal life and bring joy and happiness.”
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November 10, 2023 12:15 PM MST
If you’re looking for a new tradition to help your family celebrate a more Christ-centered Christmas, here are a few unique and meaningful activities to add some spiritual sparkle to your holiday season.
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This year the number of Light the World Giving Machines around the world will more than double any previous year. The previous record was set in 2022 with 28 cities.
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November 10, 2023 08:51 AM MST
President Russell M. Nelson has reported that he is slowly returning to work in person, thanking those who have prayed for his recovery.
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November 09, 2023 03:32 PM MST
Abish started out with God and eventually found the Church. I started out with the Church and have spent my life searching for God.
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November 08, 2023 04:01 PM MST
Gratitude shows up in different places for everyone. Here are three times it was brought up in the most recent general conference.
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November 08, 2023 01:37 PM MST
Sy’s son Zachary was killed in an act of random violence. With the Savior by her side, Sy fought the decades-long battle to forgive his killer and find joy in her life once more.
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Lima will be the third city in the world to have two temples in the same city.
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