Does God really send us trials? A comforting truth about adversity

A life-threatening experience after the birth of my first baby led me to think more deeply about God’s role in hardships.
“This is a reason for all of us to rejoice and express gratitude for such a significant blessing.”
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This viral comedy creator says her emotional response all goes back to her own experience in Young Women.
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The annual gathering includes current and emeritus members of the Primary, Young Women, and Relief Society presidencies and councils.
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“I called my mom right after that to tell her something had changed.”
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May 18, 2026 12:00 PM MDT
The video is hosted by Danor Gerald, an actor and Latter-day Saint convert.
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May 13, 2026 10:47 AM MDT
“It felt like I was not just entering a holy place but a place that I had helped prepare for the Lord.”
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May 12, 2026 02:56 PM MDT
From a customized monogram to a thoughtful note, here are a few creative ways to say congrats.
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May 12, 2026 11:01 AM MDT
The Church will match and donate concert ticket revenue to trusted charities.
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May 11, 2026 03:13 PM MDT
“I thought I had to change my entire personality to be a good leader. Then, I learned a powerful lesson from Sister Jean B. Bingham.”
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President Oaks noted that this tour came as he recovers from a recent surgery.
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September 24, 2021 04:27 PM MDT
Church leaders shared gospel messages this week in devotionals and on social media that might be just the thing to help members get in the right mindset for conference.
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September 24, 2021 10:34 AM MDT
Topics like mental health and polygamy can be intimidating or difficult to dive in to. But Deseret Book’s new Let’s Talk About series breaks down relevant and timely gospel topics for people who have sincere questions and are seeking answers.
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Fun
September 24, 2021 09:50 AM MDT
“As fun and interesting as it is to follow the careers of professional athletes, perhaps some of us need to spend a little more time focusing on the players on the Lord’s team.”
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September 24, 2021 08:03 AM MDT
Join your favorite authors and artists to prepare your family and receive guidance and inspiration during general conference plus get special new discounts at Deseret Book every day!
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September 23, 2021 12:50 PM MDT
Watch how one early-returning missionary decided to face his doubts and depression, realizing that sometimes answers come in the form of baby-sized miracles instead of grand manifestations.
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September 23, 2021 12:32 PM MDT
To get people everywhere excited for general conference, the Church released a new video on its social media channels.
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September 23, 2021 10:25 AM MDT
Despite being raised in a Jewish home, Andy Rosenberg considered himself an atheist when he first came in contact with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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September 23, 2021 08:51 AM MDT
"While our own families are our most important responsibility, every family on the earth is in need of the vital blessings that come from living true principles."
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September 23, 2021 05:00 AM MDT
"Recognize your limitations and strive to increase your capacities. Tune your mind and heart to hear Him. Strengthen your resolve to follow His counsel, even when conventional wisdom may dictate a different path."
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