An inspiring detail we sometimes forget about the Council in Heaven

The scriptures clarify a common misconception about the premortal council.
“In these Houses of the Lord, we are taught the most important things we can learn in mortality, the knowledge of eternity.”
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The blessings of studying the Old Testament are there, but sometimes they only come through a wrestle.
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RootsTech 2026 has announced seven keynote speakers, three to speak at the in-person event and four to speak virtually.
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“The more we know these prophecies, the more we can step forward with courage and strength and do hard things and help gather Israel.”
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By  LDS Living
January 06, 2026 10:01 AM MST
There are 211 temples dedicated at this time.
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January 05, 2026 09:57 AM MST
Every region in the world experienced at least a 20 percent increase in convert baptisms.
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The funeral will be open to the public, ages 8 and older.
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December 23, 2025 10:17 AM MST
Here are a few of the articles that resonated most with our readers this year.
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December 22, 2025 05:51 PM MST
The refreshed song was published in the January 2026 issue of the Friend magazine.
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August 13, 2024 07:53 AM MDT
The invitation in the Doctrine and Covenants to “doubt not, fear not” can sometimes be easier said than done.
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The location of Oklahoma's second temple has been announced by the First Presidency.
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The public open house for the Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Temple begins this week, following several years of construction.
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August 09, 2024 04:39 PM MDT
Expanding our understanding of the covenant path allows us to support our families with more hope and joy.
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August 09, 2024 01:35 PM MDT
How can you help your loved ones learn to love the temple? Here are a few of our favorite resources.
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August 09, 2024 09:52 AM MDT
Latter-day Saint Kenneth Rooks seems to have a gift not just for running but also for bringing a crowd to the edge of their seat.
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August 08, 2024 03:39 PM MDT
In moments when grief seems to take away our ability to choose joy, what could be our first faithful step forward?
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August 08, 2024 03:38 PM MDT
In June 2024, the Montoya family reunited with the families who introduced them to the gospel 50 years ago.
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August 07, 2024 04:46 PM MDT
I noticed that some of my friends are disinterested in getting married. Simple things my parents did, however, led me to feel excited about marriage.
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