Search - LDS Living

5 prophets and the weaknesses that made them strong

Most of us were raised on stories of the prophets of God. And just as they had strengths that we can learn from, it is also important to remember that every prophet had weaknesses that we can learn from, too.

Latter-day Saint Life

A Modern Take on Four New Testament Stories

By Jefra Rees of Aggieland Mormons

During the early part of this new year, our family made a point of reflecting on the life and teachings of the Savior. Through this reflection, it has become even more apparent how the lessons and parables Christ taught still have significance in our day. Given the confusion and turbulence of our time, the state of the world, and the conditions of families and individuals, we are all in desperate need of His counsel. So, here are four New Testament stories that can teach us how to handle the stresses and challenge of our modern world.

Latter-day Saint Life

Latter-day Saint Psychologist: How to Unlock the Power of the Scriptures to Enhance Your Mental Health

By Dr. David T. Morgan

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of articles that will address mental health challenges and the gospel of Jesus Christ.

What Elder Holland, President Nelson, and a wildflower taught me about what's in a name

By Danielle Christensen

There’s a certain power in names. I’ve discovered this especially in nature as I’ve learned from my brother how to recognize the call of a chickadee or as my sister has taught me the names of wildflowers. For me, there is a sense of satisfaction in knowing something’s name—as though by remembering it, perhaps it knows me somehow—and so occasionally, I will put forth the effort to learn about the names of plants and animals that I didn’t know before.

'How are we lifting through Christ?' and more questions to ponder in your 'Come, Follow Me' study this week

By Danielle Christensen

Editor's note: “Resources to follow Him” curates study resources, teachings, and thoughts to deepen your study of this week's Come, Follow Me.

Latter-day Saint Life

5 things every Latter-day Saint should know about Mother Eve

By Beverly Campbell

Opinions and beliefs about the mother of the human race are wide and varied, especially from religion to religion. Here are five insights from Latter-Day Saint leaders that may influence how you think about our glorious Mother Eve.

Podcasts

Your friend just watched ‘Murder among the Mormons’ and has questions; historian Richard Turley is here to help

Richard Turley was brought in to supervise the Church History Department in 1986. At the time, the Church was heavily involved in the investigation of a forger by the name of Mark Hofmann. Turley had graduated from Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Law School and his legal training proved to be effective in guiding the department through that period of the Church’s history.

Latter-day Saint Life

5 Lessons I Never Expected to Learn at the Temple

By Lindsey Williams

I have a goal to attend 50 temples before I turn 50. Right now at age 27 I sit right at 31 temples, ranging from the Kona Hawaii Temple to the Washington DC Temple. I have been amazed by the unique characteristics of each temple. I’ve seen color schemes ranging from purple to pink and accents made of wood, gold leaf, and marble.

Latter-day Saint Life

When President Nelson Almost Drowned + the Incredible Lesson He Learned

By President Russell M. Nelson

Years ago when Sister Nelson and I had several teenage daughters, we took our family on a vacation far away from telephones and boyfriends. We went on a raft trip down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. As we started our journey, we had no idea how dangerous this trip could be.

Help for Life Challenges

2 things to do when you want to help but don’t know how

By Abby Larkins

Sharon Eubank shares what she does when the world’s suffering overwhelms her.