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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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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October 06, 2020 04:15 PM MDT
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, and his son, Elder Matthew S. Holland of the Seventy, both shared remarks during the October 2020 general conference. But is this the first time two related individuals have spoken in the same conference?
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October 06, 2020 03:43 PM MDT
Over the weekend, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints shared messages of peace, hope, and faith for the future. Here is a look back at some of our favorite photos and screenshots from the October 2020 general conference.
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The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issued the following letter in English and Spanish on October 6, 2020, to Church members in the United States in advance of that nation’s upcoming election on November 3, 2020.
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October 05, 2020 09:23 PM MDT
Studies Show Utah Company’s New Supplement When Combined with Diets Increases Dieters’ Fat Loss Two Times and Reduces Abdominal Inches 4 Times Than Diets Alone OxySlender™, developed by Utah’s DeVore Nutraceuticals, in capsule form, is a newly patented combination of highly concentrated stem cells extracted from the Hibiscus flower and leaves from the Lemon Verbena plant (Metabolaid®). It has been proven highly effective in six double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trials in treating obesity, high blood sugar levels, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
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October 05, 2020 09:09 PM MDT
General conference weekend has flown by, with messages from Church leaders that include topics such as the gathering of Israel, unity, spiritual preparation, trials, COVID-19, prayer, and more. Twitter reactions varied as listeners described what they were grateful for this conference and how they were inspired by the talks that were shared. From sweet to funny to insightful, these reactions can help you remember much of what transpired during the October 2020 sessions of general conference as you reflect on your own personal experiences from the weekend.
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By  LDS Living
October 04, 2020 07:52 PM MDT
In the final session of general conference, President Russell M. Nelson announced six new temples in the following locations:
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During the Saturday afternoon session of the October 2020 general conference, President Henry B. Eyring of the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the calls of a new General Authority Seventy, a new member of the Presiding Bishopric and four new Area Seventies. He also noted the releases of one member of the Presiding Bishopric, three General Authority Seventies and 47 Area Seventies.
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By  LDS Living
October 03, 2020 04:01 PM MDT
General conference weekend is filled with inspiring stories, profound insights, and spiritual promptings. To help you remember the spirit you felt, here is one quote from each October 2020 general conference talk. You can also click on the speaker's name to find a summary of his or her remarks at Church News.
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October 02, 2020 06:42 PM MDT
Is refinancing your auto loan a good idea? The answer is, it depends. Here are some reasons why it might be a great idea for you.
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