Elder Kearon’s advice for escaping the trap of thinking you’re falling short

In a new video, Elder Patrick Kearon shares a lesson from the Old Testament about what to remember when you feel inadequate.
“Without Sarah, the full expression of the Abrahamic covenant could not have taken place.”
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The quote on the plaque comes from President Dallin H. Oaks’s first devotional address as prophet.
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Pres. Oaks says he didn’t begin a “systematic in-depth study” of the gospel until he was 31 years old.
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Elder Clark G. Gilbert specifically directed his first social media message as an Apostle to young adults.
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February 19, 2026 11:24 AM MST
While the building is closing to the public for a time, it will still be open for general conference and other major scheduled events.
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Elder Gilbert has served as a General Authority Seventy since April 2021 and as the Commissioner of the Church Educational System since August of that year.
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February 12, 2026 01:54 PM MST
Try these ideas for practicing doable discipleship.
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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
February 12, 2026 10:04 AM MST
For members of the Treasure Valley Ward, the moment represents years of faith, sacrifice, and divine preparation.
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February 12, 2026 09:26 AM MST
“I met my future wife, Deborah, on my baptism day. … Spending time with her deepened my understanding of Jesus Christ.”
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Cindy McCain, executive director of the World Food Programme, visited Welfare Square and the Bishops’ Central Storehouse.
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April 30, 2020 06:30 PM MDT
In a recent interview with Church News, Elder Quentin L. Cook shared how to make the most of our time at home and offered insights about what “impedes our awakening unto God.”
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April 30, 2020 06:27 PM MDT
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continues to provide relief amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The Church is now distributing cash and commodities in response to an unprecedented number of humanitarian requests around the world.
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April 30, 2020 05:30 PM MDT
There's a certain magic to Christmas cheer that some wish for all year long—the lights, the decorations, the presents under the tree. For Arizona residents Cathy and Sara Konopnicki, spreading cheer to those in quarantine was on their to-do list, holiday or not.
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April 30, 2020 04:26 PM MDT
The following statement from spokesman Daniel Woodruff about missionary service in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was shared today with journalists:
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April 30, 2020 02:29 PM MDT
The following notice was sent Thursday, April 30, 2020, to leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint worldwide. Also see other ways COVID-19 is impacting Church members around the globe.
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April 29, 2020 07:41 PM MDT
Fans once filled stadiums around the world to listen to Merrill Osmond sing with his brothers—but these days Merrill is inspiring audiences in a different way with his son, Justin. A new video series, Osmond Sound Advice, features stories of overcoming. This week’s episode features The Piano Guys’ Jon Schmidt and his wife, Michelle, as they talk about losing their daughter, Annie, after a tragic hiking accident.
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April 29, 2020 03:52 PM MDT
It's been nearly 50 days since the First Presidency temporarily suspended meetings worldwide, and while some people may have adapted to the new socially-distant normal, others may still be longing for comfort during troubled times.
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April 29, 2020 12:58 PM MDT
This story appeared in the March/April 2020 issue of LDS Living.
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April 28, 2020 06:37 PM MDT
The number of temples worldwide has grown exponentially over President Russell M. Nelson’s lifetime.
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