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4 Ways to Integrate Your Study of Ancient and Modern Scripture

Scripture is a hallmark of religion, and we believe that regular scripture study is a key to spiritual progress and protection. The Latter-day Saint scripture library includes the Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price. The Lord also instructed us to treat the teachings of living prophets as scripture: “For his word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth, in all patience and faith” (D&C 21:5). How can we maintain a course of study that draws upon both sources and gives them the attention they deserve? Here are four ways you can seamlessly integrate your study of the standard works with your study of the teachings of living prophets.

CNN features Mormons, others helping with Sandy cleanup

Arriving by bus, train and plane, thousands of Mormons from across the country canceled their church plans one Sunday to help with Sandy relief. One of those volunteers, Joshua Brown, documented the day on video. The Manhattan wedding videographer heard stories of loss, devastation and even some of hope from the people of Rockaway, New York.

Sermon Highlights From Sunday's Conferences (+photos)

With a plea for church members to “show increased kindness toward one another” and to “ever be found doing the work of the Lord,” President Thomas S. Monson brought the 183rd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to a close Sunday afternoon.

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Gospel Principles Chapter 44: The Second Coming of Jesus Christ

Supplement from "Preparing the World for the Second Coming" by Neil L. Andersen

In the Spirit: Mormon Tabernacle Choir to make first-ever Madison, Wisc., appearance

Finding a hotel room June 18 in Downtown Madison might be a little tricky. That’s the night the Mormon Tabernacle Choir will make its first-ever appearance here. After the concert at Overture Center, the 600-person traveling group, which includes about 330 singers, 65 orchestra members and numerous spouses and crew members, will stay overnight in Madison. They will take up parts or all of five hotels.

LDS Family with 4 Disabled Children Inspired by Son's Football Experience

Before he forces himself to forget about everything but football, Nathan Honey summons the faces of his brothers.

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LDS Scholar Debunks a Common Criticism of the Book of Mormon

There are probably few, if any, missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who haven’t encountered the argument, usually advanced by evangelical Protestants, that the Book of Mormon and the other revelations given through Joseph Smith are illegitimate because the Bible forbids post-biblical scripture.

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3 Common Fears That Have Eternal Consequences

“Fear is a normal part of life,” Bishop Stevenson [explained]. He said that while he could rattle off a long, varied list of fears human beings have, he would focus on three types of fears that have more eternal significance. These are fear of starting a family, fear of failure, and fear of ridicule for the beliefs of the Church.

Panel at Notre Dame Discusses Role of Religion in Romney campaign

Mitt Romney’s Mormonism was a significant reason why his campaign for the presidency struggled against incumbent President Barack Obama, but it was far from the main factor in his eventual defeat in the 2012 election, according to a panel of experts in a discussion on politics and religion at the University of Notre Dame.

Missionaries: 3 Ways to Keep the 'New You'

Just days before his flight left Russia to return home to Utah in August 2013, Elder Wayne Owens was serving in his last assignment in the Russia Vladivostok Mission. He was wrapping up his two-year missionary service and had just had one of the most memorable weeks of his life.