3 scriptures to soothe your soul when life feels heavy

Here are a few encouraging verses to save for when you need a pick-me-up.
This scripture from the Old Testament reminds us not to rush ahead of God’s timing.
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“To be here, and to be enveloped in the light and the love and the faith of these people, is just the most beautiful blessing,” said Elder Kearon.
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Kuchad began carving storyboards while incarcerated as a young man. During those dark years, two young Latter-day Saint missionaries had come to visit the prison regularly.
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The experiment Alma the Younger suggests would actually be terrible science.
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July 23, 2025 03:40 PM MDT
This week marks 50 years since the building was dedicated.
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July 23, 2025 03:40 PM MDT
The Times featured the Choir for presenting "Music & the Spoken Word" for 5,000 weeks straight since 1929.
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Elder Neil L. Andersen will dedicate the temple on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
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“We love you, we thank you, and we need you,” the Apostle told the cast and crew. “Don’t ever for a minute think that you are not appreciated.”
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July 16, 2025 01:31 PM MDT
“I know I’ve been blessed with this talent and ability from my Heavenly Father.”
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“Each hymn has been approved by the First Presidency and the Twelve, and these approvals have not been taken lightly,” Elder Renlund says.
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June 03, 2025 02:12 PM MDT
“I meet people, help tourists, and do many other things to help,” said Elder Ramos Silva. “It has been an excellent experience for me.”
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June 03, 2025 02:09 PM MDT
After a lonely year in school, John began seeking more of heaven’s help.
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June 02, 2025 01:44 PM MDT
Feel ready for Father’s Day with these gifts that will inspire and uplift.
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June 02, 2025 01:37 PM MDT
“I would contend that believing in something is one of the most powerful, personal acts of faith we can offer.”
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May 30, 2025 01:55 PM MDT
This is the key to transforming your view of attending the temple.
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May 30, 2025 01:43 PM MDT
The update includes “accompanist mode” on sheet music for pianists and organists.
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May 29, 2025 02:00 PM MDT
“You are loved so much more than you can imagine,” Elder Kearon affirmed.
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May 29, 2025 01:59 PM MDT
After heart problems ended his proselyting mission, Elder Logan Castleton prayed for inspiration on what to do next.
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