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5 tips from John Bytheway to understand and love the Isaiah chapters

By John Bytheway (Excerpted from "Isaiah for Airheads")

Many people dread reading the Isaiah chapters of the Book of Mormon. There’s no doubt, Isaiah’s writings aren’t the easiest to understand, but John Bytheway helps readers navigate the Isaiah chapters in his book Isaiah for Airheads. Here are five useful tips to help you discover the hidden gems in the Book of Mormon.

Latter-day Saint Life

Why obsessing over the Second Coming can be problematic

By Robert L. Millet

While as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we are taught to prepare for the second coming of Jesus Christ, we don't have to anxiously obsess over it.

Latter-day Saint Life

The Comforting Revelation One Sister Received in the Temple Following Her Son's Suicide

By Danielle B. Wagner

Nearly a decade ago, one Latter-day Saint sister endured the unthinkable for a mother—the loss of her son to suicide. After years of heartache and struggling with tremendous guilt, suffering, and "what ifs," this sister found a sweet peace in the temple.

Feature Stories

I used to think taking time to rest was a sign of weakness—until I read about Elijah

By Ashley Quist

In the midst of my emotional distress, the story of Elijah and the juniper tree taught me it’s OK to rest.

Lesson Helps

Doctrine and Covenants and Church History Lesson 39: "The Hearts of the Children Shall Turn to Their Fathers"

By Ted L. Gibbons

President Heber J. Grant told a wonderful story about work for the dead:

3 Times Following the Spirit Saved Bill Marriott's Life

By Dale Van Atta

No one on New Hampshire’s beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee could have suspected that the still air on a peaceful Saturday morning in 1985 might almost prove lethal for one of its most recognizable summer residents, Bill Marriott.

50: “Glory, and Power, Be unto … the Lamb for Ever” (Revelation 1-5)

In this episode, we'll begin our study of the book of Revelation—scriptures that some consider to be impossible to understand, overwhelming, and confusing. Our guest, Don Parry, says that the goal of studying Revelation is to “better understand God's designs for the future of the world and its inhabitants and prepare themselves better for the days ahead. In doing so, such individuals will find peace and calmness in their lives, because the Lord has promised us, 'If ye are prepared ye shall not fear' (Doctrine and Covenants 38:30).” So, let’s prepare, along with Don Parry, to dive into Revelation 1–5.

48: “Rejoice with Joy Unspeakable and Full of Glory” (1 and 2 Peter)

Have you ever considered how inspiring Peter was during the last few years of his life? Christ had shown the Apostle how he would be persecuted and martyred—yet Peter carried on bravely and faithfully. As we study the books of 1 and 2 Peter, we will find inspiration on how we can press forward with optimism and love in the face of trials.

Latter-day Saint Life

"People" Features Latter-day Saint Mom and Advocate for Special Needs Families

By LDS Living Staff

“Every single human being is a gamble, and we love them anyway.” That's Latter-day Saint mother, writer, and artist Amy Webb's life philosophy—a philosophy formed over many years of unexpected twists and turns.

15: "You Are Called to Preach My Gospel" (Doctrine and Covenants 30–36)

You’ve probably asked this question many times: How can I help? Whether at home or work or church, this question seems to naturally come whenever there’s a need. And as the gospel began to be restored and many needs arose, a lot of freshly baptized members wondered what they could do help. The result was Doctrine and Covenants 30–36, and as we study this week’s lesson, we’ll find out how God wants us to help build up His kingdom as well.