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"Deseret News" Editorial: Paradox, Revelation, and the LGBT Baptism Policy

Religious leaders and followers have long grappled with paradoxical points of doctrine. Thursday’s announcement from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints relating to the baptisms and blessings of children of LGBT couples is no exception.

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Latter-day Saint Psychologist: The Wise Men's 3 Keys to Finding Happiness

By Dr. David T. Morgan

When I was a seminary student many years ago, I loved short scripture mastery scriptures, as they were easy to memorize. One still lingers in my mind today: “Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy” (2 Nephi 2:25). Back then, this scripture didn’t mean much to me besides being an easy “check off” on my scripture mastery list. Now 30 years later, after disappointments and stress and challenges and heartbreak, this scripture carries more personal meaning. If men and women exist to be joyful and happy, they why do so many seem to be unhappy and depressed? If happiness is the design of our existence, has that design been thwarted?

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13 Books Every YSA Member Needs to Read

By Kensie Smith, LDS Living Staff

Being a young, single member of the Church is both exciting and terrifying. On one hand, I have more freedom than I will have at any other time of my life. It's a time that I am completely focused on me—what I want to do. What I want to learn. Where I want to go. How I want to spend my money. But on the other hand, the limitless possibilities of the future is incredibly daunting.

What does waiting on the Lord look like?

Help for Life Challenges

The true meaning of ‘waiting on the Lord’ is deeply empowering

By Celisa Young

“Based on His characteristically radical, transformative teachings, I highly doubt Jesus Christ expects us to sit around.”

Listen: Church News editor Sarah Weaver recalls the lesson she learned about dealing with questions and choosing faith

Sarah Jane Weaver, Church News editor, remembers exactly what she was doing on November 5, 2015. At the time, she was near the 600 South exit on Interstate 15, driving near Salt Lake City, when she got a phone call from a coworker.

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Have you been asking, ‘Heavenly Father, are you really there?’ This counsel from Elder Rasband could help

By Elder Ronald A. Rasband

Not long ago, I met with a dear friend that I have known and loved for many years. When we met, my friend confided that he had been struggling. He felt he was experiencing, to use his words, a “crisis of faith” and sought my counsel. I felt grateful that he would share his feelings and concerns with me.

Book of Mormon 365 - April

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14-Year-Old LDS Designer Featured on "Project Runway Junior" for Her Modest Fashion

By LDS Living Staff

For her 11th birthday, Allie Lunt's party theme was Project Runway. Now, just three years later, Lunt's birthday wish is coming true as she participates in Project Runway Junior, set to premiere on December 22.

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Missionary shot in Alabama shares his hopes for recovery and faith in God’s plan for him

By Haley Lundberg

Just two and a half months ago, Elder Michael Fauber was hit with five bullets in a meetinghouse in Alabama. Today, he is on the slow road to recovery and has an even stronger testimony of the plan of salvation.