How to study the scriptures like a missionary

Here are five things missionaries do that can heighten the impact of your scripture study.
“There is hope amid the darkness as those of all faiths prepare to rebuild communities and continually encircle those who grieve with arms of love.”
1 Min Read
Have you used this handy update?
1 Min Read
“I don’t think it’s about getting the ‘script’ right. I think God gives us a blank canvas and says, ‘Here, paint a beautiful picture,’” says Terryl Givens.
2 Min Read
“We’re not searching to uncover some ‘true self’—we are deliberately and consciously aspiring to a self,” says Latter-day Saint scholar Terryl Givens.
2 Min Read
Newsletter form
Subscribe to Our Newsletter
Sign up to receive emails with stories and news from LDS Living




July 09, 2025 03:14 PM MDT
Emily Peterson, a CEO and mother of six, shares her thoughts on grief after losing her husband to brain cancer.
3 Min Read
July 09, 2025 03:12 PM MDT
FamilySearch is collaborating on an epic journey across the Atlantic Ocean.
1 Min Read
July 09, 2025 12:37 PM MDT
While we often focus on scary “signs of the times” like wars and earthquakes, we can find comfort in the many hopeful signs of the Savior’s return.
4 Min Read

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
July 03, 2025 02:47 PM MDT
Three of these leaders joined the Church after an invitation to play ping-pong.
1 Min Read
July 02, 2025 02:30 PM MDT
The words come from the war chapters in the Book of Mormon.
3 Min Read
More than 500 attendees commemorated this significant milestone.
1 Min Read
May 28, 2025 02:29 PM MDT
Read about topics such as why temple ceremonies change over time and how the endowment ceremony compares to Masonic rituals.
1 Min Read
May 27, 2025 02:26 PM MDT
Feeling a “burning in the bosom” is one pattern for receiving revelation that may not be helpful for everyone.
3 Min Read
May 27, 2025 01:43 PM MDT
Enjoy free, family-friendly concerts near Temple Square this summer.
1 Min Read
May 23, 2025 01:37 PM MDT
At age 21, Allison was disowned by her father. Then, only two years later, she was stranded by her first husband in an unfamiliar country. 
8 Min Read
May 23, 2025 10:23 AM MDT
Those with a current temple recommend may choose to keep their printed recommend or switch to a mobile recommend.
2 Min Read
May 22, 2025 02:07 PM MDT
The belt is constantly moving between missionaries in the Ashby family.
2 Min Read
May 22, 2025 02:03 PM MDT
“I jumped at the chance,” singer Alex Sharpe said.
1 Min Read
May 21, 2025 01:55 PM MDT
Two countries outside the US will have over 20 temples.
1 Min Read
May 20, 2025 01:50 PM MDT
“Many deeply committed people are moving this work forward” directed by the vision of the First Presidency, says medical school dean.
1 Min Read
Newsletter form
Subscribe to Our Newsletter
Sign up to receive emails with stories and news from LDS Living