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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January 10, 2020 10:39 PM MST
There is a phrase in 2 Nephi 25:23 that Latter-day Saints are likely very familiar with, “For we know that it is by grace that we are saved after all we can do.” But what does that mean? What is all we can do? Is Nephi telling us we need to do more than we are doing or is he simply saying to do your best? And what is grace, this thing that is supposed to save us, anyway?
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January 10, 2020 08:06 PM MST
Time … the older I get the faster it passes. Sometimes I find myself up at 2 a.m. wondering if I still have enough time to save for the retirement I want.
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January 10, 2020 05:28 PM MST
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints updated the total amount of donations raised through the Light the World Giving Machines.
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January 10, 2020 05:17 PM MST
Youth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints turning 12 this year can start doing baptisms for the dead in the temple with limited-use recommends. But how can you help them prepare so they will have a meaningful experience? A five-part series of articles on ChurchofJesusChrist.org gives spiritual and practical suggestions to keep in mind.
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January 10, 2020 04:00 PM MST
Editor's Note: The views, information, or opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author. Readers should consider each unique situation. This content is not meant to be a substitute for individual, professional advice.
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January 10, 2020 03:49 PM MST
Gospel Day by Day is a new online community dedicated to the “how” of creating meaningful teaching moments in our homes, no matter our circumstances.
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January 10, 2020 03:00 PM MST
Editor's Note: Our new weekly Friday column, “Found in the Footnotes,” will explore some of the footnotes from remarks given by General Authorities and general officers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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January 09, 2020 10:03 PM MST
Belle Barbu said that reuniting with her family reminded her of "the final scene in the Disney movie Tangled, when Rapunzel meets her parents."
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January 09, 2020 09:46 PM MST
On Thursday, Church News released the list of mission presidents called to serve in 2020. The mission presidents will begin their service in July.
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