Abby Larkins

Abby Larkins is a writer for LDS Living. She has written and edited content for BYU’s Religious Studies Center, the Liahona, the Friend, and YA Weekly. You can find her hugging her dog, reading books, and talking too much during movies. She has a testimony of the redemptive power and perfect love of Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.

June 18, 2025 03:45 PM MDT
Get behind the scenes of the ultimate dad joke.
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June 13, 2025 04:32 PM MDT
A former religion teacher shares how to give a spiritual and engaging baptism talk.
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June 09, 2025 01:51 PM MDT
Pres. Nelson just dedicated the Syracuse Utah Temple. Read more about his past dedications.
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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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May 30, 2025 01:55 PM MDT
This is the key to transforming your view of attending the temple.
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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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May 28, 2025 02:30 PM MDT
In a giant window depicting the Savior’s and disciples’ ministry, achieving this level of detail was no small feat.
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April 16, 2025 01:48 PM MDT
Let this simple but moving definition deepen your appreciation for the Savior's sacrifice.
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April 11, 2025 01:49 PM MDT
Palm trees and palm leaves make several appearances in the scriptures. We’ve compiled insights about palm leaves to enrich your Easter celebrations.
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March 28, 2025 02:37 PM MDT
Over 1,000 people came to the event during its two-day run.
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March 26, 2025 04:57 PM MDT
In a recent podcast with the Church News, scholar Rosalynde Welch shared an approach for studying the Doctrine and Covenants that will not only help us interpret tricky scripture but also come to know the Savior.
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March 24, 2025 01:55 PM MDT
Available in two sizes, these beautiful, inexpensive Easter dioramas are perfect to send in the mail.
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March 17, 2025 02:54 PM MDT
“Bonding with a mom who has also lost a baby is so special,” Danielle says. “We talk all the time about how our boys are up in heaven playing together.”
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March 13, 2025 02:21 PM MDT
Elder Bednar emphasized that a happy marriage is not built upon “big vacations” or “grandiose outings.”
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March 07, 2025 02:01 PM MST
With this translation, Christ becomes more than our loving and gentle Savior. He becomes a powerful leader, the commander of all heavenly and earthly forces.
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February 28, 2025 03:15 PM MST
Make studying the Savior's final week a natural part of your day.
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February 21, 2025 01:40 PM MST
“Our job is not to teach. It’s to invite people so they learn for themselves.”
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February 20, 2025 03:23 PM MST
If partaking of the sacrament doesn’t culminate in feelings of joy, try taking Elder Kearon’s advice.
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February 18, 2025 03:02 PM MST
Pres. Oaks also clarifies that all who have ever lived will be resurrected.
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February 11, 2025 01:55 PM MST
“I wish I could whisper [this scripture] to every one of God’s girls,” President Freeman wrote.
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February 10, 2025 02:53 PM MST
The cure for when the gospel feels like a checklist.
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February 07, 2025 02:21 PM MST
If you're struggling to feel peace about your family situation, studying these five talks will help.
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February 05, 2025 09:58 AM MST
Help show your ministering sisters they're loved with a heartwarming gift.
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January 22, 2025 02:06 PM MST
Shannon Foster of The Red Headed Hostess shares her five principles for having natural and normal gospel conversations.
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