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Emily Linder

Emily is the managing editor for LDS Living. She graduated from Utah State University with a degree in English and interned for the Liahona magazine. Hiking trails, dance studios, and behind the cover of a good book are some of her favorite places to be.

Help for Life Challenges

Does God really send us trials? A comforting truth about adversity

By Emily Linder

May 15, 2026 04:04 PM MDT

A life-threatening experience after the birth of my first baby led me to think more deeply about God’s role in hardships.

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Stories of Faith

The hope that carries us: What Stage 4 cancer taught a 21-year-old about Christ

By Emily Linder

April 10, 2026 10:16 AM MDT

“Life is not bleak. It is not dark. There is light.”

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Stories of Faith

What my grandparents’ Easter recipe teaches me about the Savior

By Emily Linder

March 26, 2026 04:38 PM MDT

Every ingredient in this traditional Mexican dessert is symbolic of Jesus Christ.

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Stories of Faith

In first grade, my friends showed me the power of Christlike love

By Emily Linder

March 25, 2026 03:52 PM MDT

“Their kindness turned my sadness into great happiness.”

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Stories of Faith

This Latter-day Saint hymn led my entire family to join the Church

By Emily Linder

March 17, 2026 02:01 PM MDT

“I was so touched by the words in the hymn. I knew this is where we needed to be as a family.”

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Stories of Faith

How my son’s brain injury brought our family closer to Christ

By Emily Linder

March 03, 2026 01:32 PM MST

“I could not be more grateful for what this experience has brought to our family and to me personally.”

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Stories of Faith

One couple’s sweet story of falling in love through the gospel of Jesus Christ

By Emily Linder

February 12, 2026 09:26 AM MST

“I met my future wife, Deborah, on my baptism day. … Spending time with her deepened my understanding of Jesus Christ.”

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Latter-day Saint Life

If I could use just one verse to teach about God, it would be this

By Emily Linder

February 03, 2026 02:21 PM MST

Don’t skip over this beautiful verse in your ‘Come, Follow Me’ reading this week.

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Stories of Faith

The Old Testament verse that inspires Mongolia’s first stake president

By Emily Linder

January 29, 2026 02:08 PM MST

“Knowing that the Lord knew me before this life and ordained me to serve in certain callings amazes me.”

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Latter-day Saint Life

A simple way to find Jesus in every Old Testament story

By Emily Linder

January 16, 2026 11:08 AM MST

“We don’t have to go only to the stories where He appears to someone to find Him—He is in every story.”

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Help for Life Challenges

5 seriously good quotes to bring you hope

By Emily Linder

December 17, 2025 01:06 PM MST

Ready for an inspiring perspective shift?

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Latter-day Saint Life

Watch: This new video may help your family feel the Christmas spirit

By Emily Linder

December 16, 2025 01:56 PM MST

Sister Amy A. Wright tells of a special experience she had in a post office during one Christmas season.

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Follow the Prophets

The sweet service tradition Pres. Eyring did with his daughters

By Emily Linder

December 08, 2025 12:20 PM MST

Often, when the girls came home from school, Pres. Eyring would be waiting for them in the kitchen.

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Latter-day Saint Life

10 ways grandparents can add meaning to Christmastime

By Emily Linder

December 01, 2025 11:51 AM MST

Try these fun (and simple!) ideas for creating strong bonds and lasting memories.

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Latter-day Saint Life

What Pres. Freeman would tell every young woman considering a mission

By Emily Linder

November 25, 2025 12:33 PM MST

She shared touching advice for young women who may be feeling nervous after the age-change announcement.

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From the Church

General conference will no longer include a Saturday evening session

By Emily Linder

November 19, 2025 10:54 AM MST

Here is a look back at the last 10 years of Saturday evening sessions.

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Help for Life Challenges

2 things my son’s genetic disorder has taught me about faith

By Emily Linder

November 17, 2025 03:08 PM MST

“When I called the doctor’s office and explained what I’d seen, they told me to bring Reuben in right away.”

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Follow the Prophets

Elder Caussé’s album was once No. 1 on a Billboard chart (+ more inspiring stories from his life)

By Emily Linder

November 10, 2025 01:55 PM MST

The newest Apostle released a beautiful album with an Italian composer in 2019.

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Feature Stories

Cancer kept him from a mission, but his family plans to carry on Kyle’s legacy of testifying of Christ

By Emily Linder

January 26, 2022 01:54 PM MST

Kirk knew from his son’s labored, rattling breaths that his battle with cancer was nearly over. But Kirk also knew that Kyle's testimony and legacy would live on.

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Latter-day Saint Life

President Lund shares sweet story of 92-year-old man’s commitment to stacking the chairs

By Emily Linder

January 26, 2022 01:07 PM MST

Don Gardner might be older than the average deacon, but his commitment to setting up and taking down chairs is touchingly unwavering.

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From the Church

Sister Rasband walked in late. Read President Nelson’s sweet and instructive reaction

By Emily Linder

January 10, 2022 02:02 PM MST

When Sister Melanie Rasband walked in late to a large meeting, she began looking for a seat near the back. But President Nelson had another idea.

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Latter-day Saint Life

What does it mean that Eve was created from Adam’s rib? Elder and Sister Holland and others answer

By Emily Linder

January 08, 2022 04:00 PM MST

There are many lessons to be learned from the symbolism of Eve being made from a rib from Adam’s side—and all of them seem to point to the importance of marriage.

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Fun

Watch: Sheep is saved and jumps right back into a trench. Here are 5 quotes for when you feel like the sheep

By Emily Linder

January 07, 2022 03:30 PM MST

This video shared on Facebook captures an instance of a sheep being rescued—but with a surprise ending that may hold powerful spiritual lessons for all of us.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Founder of White Ribbon Week on how adults can keep kids safe online

By Emily Linder

January 05, 2022 12:50 PM MST

Deanna Lambson has found her calling in life: teaching families how to keep their children safe from pornography, cyberbullying, and other online threats.

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