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Stories of Faith

A Baptist preacher joined the Church. His advice for new members is golden

By Abby Larkins

When Gary Miller stumbled on an audio recording of the Book of Mormon, curiosity led him to press play.

Summer Reading List for Adults & Young Adults

By LDS Living

(For our Summer Reading List for Kids, click here.)

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My husband was specifically promised good health for obeying the Word of Wisdom. So why did he have a stroke at 37?

By Alisia Essig

I walked into the ER and saw my husband in a wheelchair, slumped over, one eye drooping. I could tell immediately that he was having a stroke.

A painting of Christ holding a staff, with swirling colors and shapes around Him

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This Hebrew word may expand your idea of what it means to have a Redeemer

By Michael Ricks

“Redemption in Christ is a beginning for us all, an invitation to a new life.”

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How Are Stake Presidents Chosen? Gerald Lund Provides Touching Insights Into the Process of Revelation

By Gerald N. Lund

One of the most challenging (and intimidating) things that General Authorities and Area Seventies are asked to do is to choose a new stake presidency during the creation of a stake or the reorganization of an existing stake presidency. It involves visiting a stake where typically the authority doesn't know any of the leadership personally. Even more challenging, the General Authority is often assigned to go to a country where he does not speak the language and has to do everything through translators. Yet in a period that lasts no more than about twelve hours, a decision must be made that is in harmony with the Lord's will.

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When Faith to Be Healed Doesn't Work: How to Still See God and His Love in Your Life

By Michelle Wilson

We are taught from primary that with faith, miracles can happen.

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When God Doesn't Give Clear Answers to Prayers: One Analogy That Might Change How You See Personal Revelation

By Brad Wilcox

After Nephi had experienced his great vision of the tree of life and the ministry of Jesus Christ, his older brothers approached him. They didn’t understand some of the teachings of their father, and when they asked Nephi to explain them, he asked, “Have ye inquired of the Lord?” (1 Nephi 15:8).

D&C Lesson 32: "To Seal the Testimony"

By Ted L. Gibbons

INTRODUCTION: Consider the following people: John the Baptist, 1000+ Anti-Nephi-Lehies, Abinadi, and Joseph Smith. What do these have in common? They were martyred because of their commitment to the truth. Can you identify other martyrs from scriptural and church history? (Answers might include Abel (Moses 5:32), James (the brother of John—Acts 12:2)), Hyrum Smith (D&C 135:1, etc.) According to D&C 135:3, why do so many of “the Lord’s anointed” die at the hands of their enemies? (See also D&C 136:5,6)

Engaged, Now What? 3 Ways to Prepare for Your Temple Sealing

By Tommy Johnson

If you're engaged and reading this—congratulations! Your life is about to drastically change. The proposal has happened, you've both said "yes!" and it's time to plan the wedding. As Latter-day Saints, a part of the wedding planning process will be preparing to be sealed in the temple for time and all eternity.

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4 Miraculous Stories from President Nelson's Life

By Russell M. Nelson

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.