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The form of OCD we may misdiagnose as faith crisis

We are a church that believes in repentance, and confession is one of the steps of repentance. However, do we understand the purposes of confession and a priesthood representative’s role in the repentance process?

Latter-day Saint Life

20 things the year 2020 has helped me appreciate more

By Jannalee Sandau

Before President Russell M. Nelson’s challenge to turn social media into our own gratitude journals, there were dozens of lists online of things to be grateful for in the year 2020. Since his invitation, millions of ideas have been added by those using #GiveThanks. But there are a few spiritual things that I think we have become more grateful for this year, as we have either relied on them more or had to do without them. Everyone’s list will look a little different depending on personal circumstances, but here are a few things that I think many of us have come to appreciate more than ever this year (in no particular order).

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The Gift of Prophecy: It's Surprising Definition + How Every Member Accesses It

By Kelly Merrill

The following has been republished with permission from gospelstudy.us.

Take a look at highlights from April 2021 general conference through these photos

By Danielle Christensen

This past weekend, general conference was held virtually for the third time in a row as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. But while Latter-day Saints may not have gathered in person on Temple Square in Salt Lake City, millions around the world gathered in their homes with their families to hear the words of prophets, seers, and revelators. Here’s a look back at the proceedings of last weekend's general conference through photos.

Famous Latter-day Saints

Sports Illustrated Examines Whether LDS Missions Hurt or Help Football Players' College Careers

By LDS Living

No matter where he goes, at 6'7" and 425 pounds, Motekiai Langi isn't likely to go unnoticed. The future BYU football player and current LDS missionary in Arizona was recently highlighted in an in-depth articleon Campus Rush, an entity of Sports Illustrated.

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"Today Show" Tweets Tearful Reunion of Mormon NFL Player and His Wife After Car Accident

By Katie Lambert

Thanks to Deseret News for making us aware of this video.

Latter-day Saint Life

Are "Checklists" for What We Want in Our Future Spouse a Good Thing? Marriage Expert Explains

By Katie Lambert

With the wedding season just around the corner, the something borrowed, something blue preparations can be a not-so-subtle hint it's time to upgrade your relationship status.

Famous Latter-day Saints

BuzzFeed Features LDS Two-Time Best DJ in America, How His Faith & Music Inspire Others

MR says: How does a DJ who pulls in up to half a million a night balance his music career with his life as a husband and dad of three? How does he stay true to his standards? Two-time winner of America's Best DJ Kaskade says, "For me, I made up my mind a long time ago who I am and what I’m about."

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How Henry Eyring Showed the World That Faith and Science Can Coexist

By Susan Easton Black, Lloyd D. Newell, and Mary Jane Woodger

Professor Henry Eyring of Princeton University asked a fellow scientist if he would like to collaborate on a chemical kinetics research project. The scientist refused, believing “they would never live long enough to finish the problem.” Henry countered, “That’s true if we don’t learn anything while we are working on the problem.”

Sponsored: How to Help a Spouse Recovering from Pornography and Sexual Addictions

By Lifestar Therapy

Sex and pornography addictions can be catastrophic in the lives of the addict and the lives of their loved ones. The road to recovery is long and difficult, and spouses and partners may be wondering what they can do to speed their companions along the path. While it’s true that no one can solve the problem for the addict, some courses of action will help assist them and make their journey easier, facilitating healing for all involved.