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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August 13, 2025 10:37 AM MDT
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joined with others in the community in Denver, Colorado, on Saturday, July 26, to combat loneliness.
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August 08, 2025 11:33 AM MDT
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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August 06, 2025 09:45 AM MDT
After a lunch meeting with his colleagues, Ryan had an unexpected spiritual experience.
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February 16, 2024 10:57 AM MST
Kerry Muhlestein once met Harrison Ford and joked with him about the nickname.
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February 16, 2024 09:57 AM MST
“I had to figure out a way to believe that God existed and that He still loves me while understanding the reality of my situation.”
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February 15, 2024 04:30 PM MST
Kristin Chenoweth, an Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer known for her work in musical theater, TV, and film, is coming to RootsTech 2024.
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February 15, 2024 09:20 AM MST
Moses, Nephi, and Joseph Smith are all names on the page for us today. But their struggles and faith were real. And we can learn from their lessons.
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February 15, 2024 09:16 AM MST
“Knowledge that Christ suffers with us can provide solace to our hearts and minds while reflecting on the injustices done to our brothers and sisters.”
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February 14, 2024 12:13 PM MST
On Valentine’s Day in 2024, President Russell M. Nelson shared some inspiring thoughts about love:
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February 14, 2024 11:42 AM MST
An estimated 800 construction team members gathered for the building tradition of a “topping out” ceremony.
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February 14, 2024 09:19 AM MST
Seven-year-old Lucy Llewellyn performed a stunning rendition of the National Anthem at the BYU men's basketball game on February 10, 2024.
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February 13, 2024 08:24 AM MST
Finding common ground with others can be easy when we start with a few simple questions and then genuinely listen to the answers.
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