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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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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“It is vast. It is silent. It is as if it is waiting,” Elder Kearon said of his surroundings.
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My teenage son once told me he had never felt the Holy Ghost. Our family has since made a helpful change in how we talk about the Spirit.
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Plans call for a multi-story temple and a new meetinghouse.
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In just seconds, you will have a new appreciation for how constant God’s love really is.
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The details on the windows and carpets are stunning.
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From conflict resolution skills to a consistent sleep schedule, missions can bless your life in many ways.
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Dallas Jenkins, says he is “more excited to deliver this trailer than any we’ve done.”
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“Our job is not to teach. It’s to invite people so they learn for themselves.”
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Singing the third verse would create a beautiful, touching moment at a funeral.
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A story is a gift; it connects us to our past while lighting the way to our future.
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