Russell M. Nelson

President Russell M. Nelson: 3 ways to find peace in Christ

By Russell M. Nelson

May 25, 2022 03:00 PM MDT

Peace can come to all who earnestly seek the Prince of Peace. His is the sweet and saving message our missionaries take throughout the world.

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Insights from President Nelson to bring more gratitude and joy into your life

By Russell M. Nelson

November 16, 2021 08:30 AM MST

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has helped us to find joy and gratitude in every circumstance.

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4 Miraculous Stories from President Nelson's Life

By Russell M. Nelson

September 20, 2019 10:17 PM MDT

The following article previously ran on LDS Living last year and is being shared as part of an article series that will highlight the life and teachings of President Russell M. Nelson. Beginning at his birthday week and leading up to general conference, LDS Living will focus on the insights and life lessons we can learn from the Lord's prophet on the earth today.

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12 Teachings from President Nelson That Will Give You Hope and Motivation for the New Year

By Russell M. Nelson

December 25, 2018 10:06 PM MST

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson's teachings have brought hope, direction, and a deeper commitment to the Savior. Here are a few uplifting teachings that will inspire you as you prepare for a new year, excerpted from the new book Teachings of Russell M. Nelson.

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President Nelson's Teachings on Angels and the Savior That Will Brighten Your Christmas

By Russell M. Nelson

December 18, 2018 10:06 PM MST

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has often spoken of our Savior and the sacred night of His birth. Here are a few of President Nelson's teachings on the topic, excerpted from the new book Teachings of Russell M. Nelson.

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Insights from President Nelson Every Parent Should Read

By Russell M. Nelson

December 11, 2018 10:44 PM MST

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has taught through word and example how to build a strong family. Here are a few of his teachings on the topic, excerpted from the new book Teachings of Russell M. Nelson.

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Insights from President Nelson to Help You Build a Stronger Marriage

By Russell M. Nelson

December 04, 2018 10:33 PM MST

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has taught through word and example how to build a strong marriage and appreciate your spouse. Here are a few of his teachings on the topic, excerpted from the new book Teachings of Russell M. Nelson.

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A prophetic challenge from President Nelson that will help you draw Christ’s power into your life

By Russell M. Nelson

November 28, 2018 01:02 PM MST

The gospel of Jesus Christ is filled with His power, which is available to every earnestly seeking daughter or son of God. It is my testimony that when we draw His power into our lives, both He and we will rejoice.

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3 Reasons We Need the Church, Not Just Religion + More Insights from President Nelson

By Russell M. Nelson

November 06, 2018 10:29 PM MST

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has provided profound insight into the purpose of the Church on the earth today. Here is a small portion of those insights, excerpted from the new book Teachings of Russell M. Nelson.

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President Nelson's Teachings on Redeeming the Dead: "Something Changes Inside Us. We Feel Part of Something Greater."

By Russell M. Nelson

October 31, 2018 09:48 AM MDT

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has provided profound insight into family history work, the spirit of Elijah, and redeeming our kindred dead. Here is a small portion of those insights, excerpted from the new book Teachings of Russell M. Nelson.

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From Gethsemane to Golgotha: President Nelson's Beautiful Insights into the Savior's Atonement

By Russell M. Nelson

October 24, 2018 09:00 AM MDT

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has provided profound insight into our Savior and His Atonement. Here is a small portion of those insights, excerpted from the new book Teachings of Russell M. Nelson.

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President Nelson's Hopeful Teachings About Death and the Nearness of Lost Loved Ones: "We Die to Live"

By Russell M. Nelson

October 18, 2018 09:00 AM MDT

Throughout his service in the Church, President Nelson has provided profound insight into death, loss, and the life awaiting us in eternity. Here is a small portion of those insights, excerpted from the new book Teachings of Russell M. Nelson.

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“I Shall Never Forget That Lesson”: The Conversation President Nelson Had with a Future Prophet That Made a Lasting Impact

By Russell M. Nelson

October 10, 2018 10:00 PM MDT

Not long after my call to serve as one of the Twelve Apostles, I was summoned to the office of the President of our Quorum, President Ezra Taft Benson. He expressed deep concern that members of the Church did not fully appreciate the value of the Book of Mormon. With emotion in his voice, he read to me from the eighty-fourth section of the Doctrine and Covenants:

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President Russell M. Nelson: When Overcoming Temptation Seems Impossible

By Russell M. Nelson

September 01, 2018 01:00 PM MDT

In this world, each day is a day of decision. President Thomas S. Monson has taught us that “decisions determine destiny.” The wise use of your freedom to make your own decisions is crucial to your spiritual growth, now and for eternity. You are never too young to learn, never too old to change. Your yearnings to learn and change come from a divinely instilled striving for eternal progression. Each day brings opportunity for decisions that will affect our eternity.

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What Happens to Loved Ones Who Die and What Is the Purpose of Death: 5 Comforting Insights from President Nelson

By Russell M. Nelson

October 21, 2017 03:06 PM MDT

In his book The Gateway We Call Death, President Russell M. Nelson shares profound insights about understanding and coping with that inevitable event of passing from this life to the next. The following excerpts from his book tell precious truths and inspiring stories that may help us “no longer feel that death is always that foe to be feared” but instead a “potential friend to be understood.” [1]

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