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Our Top 10 Favorite LDS Living Videos from 2018

By LDS Living

It's almost time to say goodbye to 2018 and hello to a new year. And what better time to reflect on the stories that brought us hope, made us laugh, and showed us the power of the gospel?

Famous Latter-day Saints

The LDS Race Car Driver Who Set More Records Than Any Other Racer

By Abbie Armstrong

David Abbot "Ab" Jenkins, also known as the father of salt flat racing, has proven to be one of the most influential race car drivers in history—and not just because he shattered several records and set several more.

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Watch: How This Race Car Driver Changed His Son's Life with a Pinewood Derby Car

By LDS Living

Jonathan Cavender's father was a race car driver, but he decided to stop racing after his children were born due to the dangerous nature of races. Although he stopped racing professionally, his love for racing never diminished. Jonathan's father shared this love with his children by helping them prepare cars for pinewood derby races. However, Jonathan and his brother always knew that family was their father's highest priority.

LDS General Authorities on 'Finishing the Race'

During the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City, John Stephen Akhwari placed last in the marathon, yet major sports magazines named him as one of two “top international Olympians” that year. While losing the race, Mr. Akhwari won the admiration of untold thousands because he embodied the spirit of a true Olympian as he finished despite setbacks. Track and field athletes that year faced a common challenge when they arrived in Mexico City: its altitude. At 7,350 feet, it was the highest elevation at which any Summer Olympics had been held. From Mbulu, Tanzania, where the altitude is -3.85 feet, Mr. Akhwari suffered leg cramps early in the race. Yet he continued to run.

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‘Where are the Brown angels, Dad?’ How a child’s question sparked the idea for this tender children’s book

By Lindsey Williams

At ages 4 and 7, siblings Ari and Geo Bonner notice who is depicted in the images around them. They are excited to see their favorite superheroes and princesses. They are proud to point out people they recognize in books and movies. And, sometimes, they are confused when they don’t see people who look like them.