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.

Latter-day Saint Life

Share these inspiring quotes with a 2026 graduate

By Emily Linder

May 19, 2026 03:46 PM MDT

These words can inspire hope for the future and love for the Lord.

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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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A woman lies in a hospital bed, smiling, with a man kneeling next to her, also smiling

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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A Mexican woman and her daughter with a dish of capirotada, in their kitchen

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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A smiling man holds a braided palm frond

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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The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square singing

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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A man and his son in white shirts and ties smile at the camera with trees behind them

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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Latter-day Saint Life

8 Neal A. Maxwell Quotes Every Latter-day Saint Should Know

By Emily Linder

August 26, 2019 09:00 AM MDT

At Elder Neal A. Maxwell’s funeral, President Gordon B. Hinckley said:

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Lesson Helps

“Come, Follow Me” FHE: The Lord Needs You

By Emily Linder

August 23, 2019 08:52 AM MDT

This week's FHE lesson topic comes from the Come, Follow Me reading in 1 Corinthians 8-13. Check out this week's Come, Follow Me study ideas on LDS Living for additional resources and suggestions.

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Famous Latter-day Saints

Family of Latter-day Saint YouTuber King of Random Who Passed Away Bears Powerful Testimony

By Emily Linder

August 08, 2019 04:00 PM MDT

The tragic death of Latter-day Saint YouTube sensation Grant Thompson has been reported by major news outlets including The New York Times, CNN, BuzzFeed News, The Washington Post, and more. With 11 million subscribers and billions of views on his videos, it is no surprise that Grant’s unexpected death has caused a stir. As these reporters review the highlights of his life, however, many are failing to mention what Grant may have considered his greatest accomplishment: his role as a husband and father in the gospel.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Latter-day Saint Whose Cancer Returned 13 Days Before His Mission Serves Unique Mission

By Emily Linder

August 06, 2019 09:00 AM MDT

January 23, 2019—the day Kyle Dory of Laramie, Wyoming, eagerly looked forward to entering the missionary training center.

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How the Savior Uses Comparisons to Make Us Better

By Emily Linder

August 03, 2019 01:36 PM MDT

The first time I stood before a judge was in my elementary school’s science fair. I spent hours cutting out tiny paper socks and used gallons of Elmer’s glue to present my fascinating findings on the most effective laundry soap.

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Fun

Gospel Karaoke: What Modern-day Hymns We'd Like to See Scriptural Heroes Sing

By Emily Linder

July 27, 2019 11:13 AM MDT

I was doing my usual post-workday Instagram scroll the other night when my thumb stopped dead in its tracks. An account I follow (@comefollowmedaily) had started a discussion on something called “gospel karaoke.” People were suggesting modern-day hymns they’d like to see scriptural characters sing. This brought the scriptures to life for me in a new, moving way, and I’ve come up with a few scenarios of my own. This made for a great personal study and could also be used for an activity during family home evening.

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