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Why Dysfunctional Families Belong in the Church

I once showed a picture of my brother’s family to a friend at work: happy couple, three beautiful children, adorable outfits, all smiles. The reaction was, “OK, they’re perfect. I guess that’s what all Mormon families are like, huh?”

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8 Anti-Mormon Tactics That Satan Uses to Attack Latter-day Saints

As a master of deception, Satan uses many tactics to lead many away from the gospel, including Latter-day Saints. Here are a few tactics he uses to deceive and lead away members of the gospel.

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"Hand of God Moments" Lead Philadelphia 76ers CEO to Join LDS Church

Raised a devout Catholic, Scott O'Neil knew about the Church from his wife, a devout Mormon. But his feelings toward the Church all began to take on a more personal tone when he received something special from his nephew.

Teachings of Gordon B. Hinckley Lesson 1: "The Restoration of the Gospel—The Dawning of a Brighter Day"

By Kelly Merrill

It is fitting that this year’s Sunday School lessons are based on Church history and this year’s Relief Society and Priesthood lessons begin with the topic of the restoration of the gospel. The events of the Restoration were close to Gordon B. Hinckley’s heart. He visited the Church historical sites every chance he got.

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Why Does God Rename People in the Bible? (+ Your New Name)

Things get doubly serious when God is the one giving people another name. He puts his seal on their hearts and writes their names on his palms. You better be ready for all that awaits you, [for He has given you a new name, the name of His Only Begotten]. The stakes are high.

{LDSL Blog} Best of: Stories of the Week, September 29-October 5

By LDS Living

You might have missed what went on the last week, but we've put together our list of the week's most popular stories so you don't miss a beat. For September 29 through October 5, 2012, these are LDS Living’s top hits:

When Your Child Dates a Nonmember

Ok, sisters and brothers, I’m in a quandary and I need the advice of the communal hive mind of the interwebs.

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Church Releases Video Series: Apostles, Women Church Leaders Address Mormons Who Feel They Don't Belong

In a new, powerful video series by the Mormon Channel, five Apostles and two female Church leaders speak directly to members who feel ostracized and like they do not belong in the Church.

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Al Fox Carraway Shares 9 Amazing Ways to Get the Most Out of General Conference

General conference is well on its way and members all over the world are preparing to hear counsel from a living prophet and general authorities of the Church—but are you prepared?

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The Secret Formula for Making A Heaven On Earth

When I was 14 years old I received my Patriarchal Blessing. This is a very special blessing for Mormons which is given by a man holding the priesthood office called “Patriarch”. We believe the words spoken by the patriarch come directly from God, exclusively to us. So, it becomes our own personal scripture. The Patriarchal Blessing is considered sacred and personal, so we do not discuss it at length with others.