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

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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FHE: Holy Ghost

By Shauna Gibby

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Stunning Symbolism Behind the Garden of Gethsemane

By Taylor Halverson

The following has been republished with permission from taylorhalverson.com.

Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson Lesson 20: Feed My Sheep

By Kelly Merrill

This lesson is all about sheep. Sheep are stupid animals. Sorry to be blunt, but they are. They are adorable, and loveable, but they do stupid things that require their shepherds to be on the constant lookout for the next dumb thing they do. The majority of the flock is generally safe, but there is always someone wandering off that needs to be fetched back into the safety of the fold.

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What We Know About Discerning Between Good and Bad Spirits

By Oscar W. McConkie

Some angels are on God's errand; some are from the realm of Satan himself. “Believe not every spirit,” John counseled, “but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world” (1 John 4:1). The problem that most men have is to discern the spirits so that they may know what is of God and what is not.

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Doctor to Parents of Girl Who Fell 40 Feet onto Cement: "An Angel Must Have Caught Her"

Often when trials come into our lives, it's easy to focus on the negative and miss the miracles taking place right in front of our eyes. Here's a story about one family who experienced miracles after their little girl fell four stories onto a cement sidewalk.

Young Men Lesson 48: The Power to Baptize

Manual 1; Excerpt from "Ye Must Be Born Again," by David A. Bednar

General Relief Society Presidency Share Insights That Will Change How You Think About Relief Society

Though we attend Relief Society meetings each week and participate in related activities, it's important to remember that this organization goes beyond a gathering of women. It's the gospel in action.

Teachings of George Albert Smith 11: Revelation from God to His Children

Excerpt from "How to Obtain Revelation and Inspiration for Your Personal Life," by Richard G. Scott

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5 Tips to Remember When Discussing Controversial or Touchy Subjects with Your Kids

By Kaeley Scruggs

In a recent interview on Mormon Channel, host Amy Iverson, first counselor in the Young Men General Presidency Douglas D. Holmes, and family blogger Britney Mills conversed about how to help kids discuss controversial topics in a respectful way. Here are some of their best tips about engaging in conversations about touchy subjects while taking a stand but also remaining understanding.