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Apocalyptic Visions of the Future + More Fascinating Insights into the Book of Daniel

The stories from the Old Testament Book of Daniel have been celebrated for over two millennia. Daniel in the lion’s den and the fiery wrath of Nebuchadnezzar against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego are staples of biblical learning. They have been integral in the shaping of Judeo-Christian culture. Their examples are used in teaching firmness and faith, trusting in God, and building moral character. Nebuchadnezzar’s dream of the great statue and the stone cut without hands is also a classic and familiar mosaic. It is frequently quoted by modern prophets as a sign foretelling the establishment of the Kingdom of God that will fill the whole earth in the latter days (Dan. 2:44). These stories are uplifting and we have grown to love them.

Famous Latter-day Saints

Inside the Brilliant Mind of Hugh Nibley

By Marvin R. Vandam

Hugh W. Nibley was many things: a world-class linguist, historian and scriptorian; a profound teacher, writer, and critic; an unrestrainable enthusiast for everything good and true; and a deeply committed follower of Christ. He left the world a body of research, writings, and speeches of inestimable value.

Latter-day Saint Life

Author Dean Hughes on How His Ancestor Joined the Church After Trying to Punch an Apostle, Polygamy, and His Book "Muddy"

By Trent Toone

One of author Dean Hughes' favorite pioneer stories starts out with his angry, somewhat intoxicated ancestor trying to punch out an early Latter-day Saint apostle.

Latter-day Saint Life

Contemplating Calvary: How Good Friday Adds Special Meaning to the Worldwide Fast

By Lindsey Williams

During Holy Week, Christians around the world reflect on the sacred events of the Savior’s life—and this year I feel as though members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have been invited to experience those important events firsthand.

Podcasts

‘The body of Christ is not complete unless all members are included’: The motive behind honoring Black pioneers

Mauli Bonner is on a mission—a mission to have a monument built to honor Black Latter-day Saints. It all began with a desire to learn more about his heritage as a Black member of the Church. Thus, he began a journey that many would’ve thought would shake his testimony. But instead, he found his testimony being strengthened.

Famous Latter-day Saints

8 famous people who became Latter-day Saints

By Jamie Armstrong

These celebrities found the gospel and happily became members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Church handbook update: Prejudice, policies for members with disabilities, and more topics included

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Another batch of updates was published today, December 18, 2020, to the Church’s General Handbook for leaders and members. Six more chapters have been rewritten, and sections of 11 other chapters were added or revised. The text is available to the public in English online and in the Gospel Library app. Versions in other languages will follow in coming months.

Feature Stories

Why a song written for paraplegic and double amputee Sarah Frei is inspiring thousands

By Danielle Christensen

Jake Tesch kept having the thought that a song should be written for his niece Sarah Frei. A few months prior, Sarah had been hit by a drunk driver in a car accident on July 30, 2020, where she was paralyzed from the waist down.

13 Clean Fiction Novels to Watch for This Fall

By LDS Living

A call for help draws wizard Alexander Taylor into an adventure that he knows nothing about.

Lesson Helps

Doctrine and Covenants and Church History Lesson 25: "The Power of Godliness"

By Ted L. Gibbons

On Sunday, March 18, 1958, my father ordained me a deacon. I received a letter from him that morning, and I kept it for many years. The paper itself has now disappeared, but the memory lingers. Among other things, my father told me that day that the president of the United States would never have as much power as I would soon have, unless he repented and joined the Church. Those simple words made a profound impression on my young mind. Somehow it was communicated to me that I would be authorized to act in the name of and in the place of God.