Does God feel far away? Try this when you pray

“I then felt this little voice in my head say, ‘Why do you keep me so far away?’”
From a Marxist to Mongolia’s first stake president, Ochirjav Odgerel’s story is a remarkable one.
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She joins the Church, gives a large donation, and is promised great blessings she sees fulfilled only after a long journey.
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“The Atonement is much more than a divine remedy to correct our sins after they are committed.”
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A group of people gathered as the prophet’s car went past.
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Kelly often wondered if he’d made a lasting impact during his mission—now, he had an answer.
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Peter’s experience walking on water can help us conceptualize how to access God's power from the temple.
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If you’re running low on energy or in need of direction, ask yourself, “What would Jesus do?”
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In the past, community members have drawn water from small nearby streams. Occasionally, hot, dry weather caused those streams to dry up.
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August 06, 2025 01:43 PM MDT
“It is vast. It is silent. It is as if it is waiting,” Elder Kearon said of his surroundings.
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June 25, 2025 02:29 PM MDT
“Those six months were the most spiritual and happiest time of my life.”
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June 25, 2025 02:28 PM MDT
In a “divinely orchestrated exchange,” the couples found out their sons will be in their respective missions.
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June 24, 2025 02:11 PM MDT
Elder Renlund first suggests making sure we are doing what God has asked of us and “not something extra that we impose on ourselves.”
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June 24, 2025 02:11 PM MDT
The composer based the song on a turning point in her experiences with anxiety.
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June 23, 2025 01:55 PM MDT
“The Savior sees beyond race, status, and language. He looks upon the heart.”
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June 23, 2025 01:54 PM MDT
This framework helps remind us that God is always reaching out to us.
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June 20, 2025 02:23 PM MDT
Around 4,000 people attended the program full of music, dances, and messages.
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June 20, 2025 02:13 PM MDT
These two suggestions can help you find more joy in your temple worship.
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June 18, 2025 03:45 PM MDT
Get behind the scenes of the ultimate dad joke.
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