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What a Short Flight Taught Me About the Furnace of Affliction

I sat in awe the whole flight--watching, listening. This girl's father, ever so patient and calm, reassured his daughter every few minutes by answering her question with, “yes, it’s a short flight,” over and over again. Though, there was no doubt in my mind that it had to be what felt like the longest flight ever to him. He let his wife sleep the whole flight, while he took care of his daughter, constantly reassuring her. How tiring it must have been.

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BYU Holds "Milktoberfest" + Funny Student Reactions on Social Media

By LDS Living

Last year at Oktoberfest, nearly 6 million people consumed7.7 million liters (over 2 million gallons) of beer. Along with that, these visitors lost 600 passports, 580 wallets, 320 mobile phones, and 220 bags, according to Oktoberfest.de.

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Watch: Award-Winning Videos Beautifully Portray Faith and Why It Matters in 2-Minutes

By LDS Living

At the 68th Annual Religion News Association Convention in Nashville Tennessee, Faith Counts announced the second annual “Film Your Faith” winner on September 8, 2017.

Lights, camera, faith: The Shawn Stevens story

Shawn Stevens’ life could be a full-length "Mormon Messages" movie. There are good examples, heart-warming conversions and intense trials of faith. There are good times, unexpected twists and gut-wrenching, tearful decisions. Myriad gospel principles are taught and marks are made in LDS Church history. And there are moments of quiet reflection, life lessons and the recognition of worthwhile blessings.

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A Powerful Lesson This Book of Mormon Woman Taught Me for Moments When You Feel Like a Failure

By Alexandra Mortenson

Sometimes we feel like we’ve done everything right—tried to do good, tried to follow the Spirit—and still, everything falls to pieces. Sometimes we even feel that we’ve made circumstances worse, despite our honorable intentions. We stand looking at the disaster at our feet and we wonder, Is this my fault? Did I do something wrong? And what am I supposed to do now?

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What Happened When My Rabbi Told Me to Read the Book of Mormon

By D.S.

I would like to share my conversion story with you—to help others who are searching for the truth learn what light can come into your life from embracing the gospel, and to encourage you to share your light with the world.

Ask a Latter-day Saint Therapist: I Regret Getting Remarried When There’s Conflict

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

Editor's Note: The views, information, or opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author. Readers should consider each unique situation. This content is not meant to be a substitute for individual, professional advice.

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When “Girl Power” Meets “God's Power”

Sometimes it can be difficult to stand up and step forward for what you believe, as LDS musician and a member of Mercy River Whitney Permann knows, especially when what you believe is constantly challenged.

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Elizabeth Smart: "I Knew Heavenly Father Saved Me"

By LDS Living Staff

Fifteen years ago today, Elizabeth Smart was rescued from her abductors that subjected her to nine months of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. Since that time, Smart has become an advocate who focuses on protecting others from abuse as well as helping victims of rape, violence, and abuse.

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God Loves You Individually, Speakers Tell LGBT Mormons at Affirmation Conference

Many notable Mormons--including Steve Young, Tyler Glenn, and Michael McLean--attended or presented at this year's affirmation conference. Watch Tyler Glenn sing a touching rendition of "Where Can I Turn for Peace?"