This story will inspire you to reopen your scriptures

A prophet called this account “one of the finest stories in all of the scriptures.”
Each square represents stories of eternal families and the temple.
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On the day of her husband’s funeral, President Susan H. Porter discovered that their home flooded.
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Approximately 88,500 full-time missionaries are serving worldwide, surpassing the previous record from 2014.
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Feel prepared to receive your endowment with a calm mind and an open heart.
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July 17, 2026 01:57 PM MDT
A story from the life of President Dallin H. Oaks can show us how.
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July 17, 2026 10:24 AM MDT
The mural depicts Inez Knight and Jennie Brimhall, who served as the first full-time single sister missionaries in this dispensation.
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July 14, 2026 10:06 AM MDT
Above all, President Rosemary K. Chibota says she is excited to serve “God’s finest, the little children.”
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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 13, 2026 11:03 AM MDT
President Junior Banza was the first person baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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July 10, 2026 01:07 PM MDT
From meaningful books to gorgeous artwork, here are some of our favorite gifts for the newlyweds in your life.
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July 10, 2026 10:45 AM MDT
“Give it a go, and see how you feel,” Elder Kearon advises.
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October 27, 2018 12:00 PM MDT
People who aren’t members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints often associate our religion with a long list of rules we follow. While the Church has many guidelines in place for our protection and overall happiness, it’s important to understand what is and isn’t actual doctrine.
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By  LDS Living
October 27, 2018 09:12 AM MDT
Introducing “All In,” the first in a series of original podcasts created by LDS Living! And the first three episodes are now waiting on iTunes for you to download them. Bonus: If you’re a Deseret Bookshelf user, you can also listen there. Make sure to subscribe, as new episodes will be added weekly, each offering insights into different aspects of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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October 27, 2018 08:17 AM MDT
Modesty is a topic that has gained a lot of attention in recent years. It’s difficult to know exactly what is and isn’t modest with so many different clothing options and definitions of modesty.
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October 26, 2018 07:03 PM MDT
Conference Talk:
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October 26, 2018 05:39 PM MDT
For the last 18 years, Brigham Young University archaeology professor Jeffrey R. Chadwick has been involved in excavating the ancient Biblical site of Gath, the capital city of the Philistine pentapolis and hometown of the towering warrior Goliath.
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October 26, 2018 04:47 PM MDT
For daily gospel-based relationship insights, join Jonathan’s Facebook group. To submit a question for Jonathan, click here.
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October 26, 2018 02:44 PM MDT
“The mission of the American Red Cross cannot be fulfilled without consistent and generous partners. We are grateful for the continued collaboration with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to make a difference in the communities we serve,” said Heidi Ruster Chief Executive Officer/Utah and Nevada Region of the American Red Cross.
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October 26, 2018 02:21 PM MDT
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It’s a mouthful, there’s no doubt about it.
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October 26, 2018 12:49 PM MDT
President Russell M. Nelson is currently touring South America speaking to saints in Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Chile. As our prophet has traveled the world this year, we have seen how much he cares for God’s children and for the gospel of Jesus Christ. President Nelson has also been able to address the Latter-day Saints in South America in Spanish, which has been a huge blessing for them.
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