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 02:37 PM MDT
Enjoy beautiful statues, exhibits, and gardens.
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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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Podcasts

Exploring what it means to be “all in” the gospel of Jesus Christ
A Come, Follow Me study group podcast
Using our influence as women of God to make a difference in the world.
Connect with Latter-day Saint thought leaders in a personal way
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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November 18, 2020 10:34 PM MST
Over 50 years ago, a group of University of Wyoming football players, later known as the Black 14, asked to meet with their coach to present their idea of wearing black armbands during their game against Brigham Young University in protest of the Church’s priesthood policy. Rather than being heard or supported, the players were immediately kicked off the team by their coach.
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November 18, 2020 12:30 PM MST
This article originally appeared in the November/December 2020 issue of LDS Living magazine.
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November 17, 2020 09:45 PM MST
Editor’s note: “This week from the pulpit” highlights recent messages from General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church. This story may be updated throughout the week. Find summaries of remarks below or use the hyperlink menu to jump to a specific section.
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November 17, 2020 06:56 PM MST
Editor’s note: “Resources to follow Him” curates study resources, teachings, and thoughts to deepen your study of this week’s Come, Follow Me.
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November 17, 2020 04:19 PM MST
There’s a lot to learn about the spirit world—don’t miss these insights on the topic from seminary and institute teacher Curtis L. Jacobs.
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Fun
November 17, 2020 03:53 PM MST
This medley highlights music from the 2004 computer-animated film and features a real train, which many in Utah will recognize as the “Heber Creeper.”
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November 16, 2020 10:08 PM MST
Sunday evening, girls old and young around the globe gathered together to celebrate 150 years of Young Women during a special Face to Face event. The night began with a prayer offered in Norway and ended with a prayer given in front of the construction site of the Bangkok Thailand Temple—appropriate bookends to a night celebrating an organization that has reached women worldwide. But in between the prayers, there were also many inspirational moments.
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November 16, 2020 09:15 PM MST
In a world that can seem full of darkness, a new song reminds you what you can do “With All Your Light.”
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November 16, 2020 08:09 PM MST
Though the Latter-day Saint community at Yale may be small in numbers, it is strong in faith even amid a pandemic, according to student Caroleine James.
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