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One Little Boy's Question and a Mission Experience That Reveal God Loves Us as a Father

By Trent Toone

It was a ridiculous question for David Butler's son to ask.

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How the Rome Italy Temple Is a Miracle 2,000 Years in the Making

By Chad S. Hawkins, author of "Temples of The New Millennium," and Jenny Hunt

The history of Rome spans more than 2,500 years. Ancient writers and poets described it as “The Eternal City,” or la Città Eterna, and it continues to live up to its name as one of the longest-enduring cities in the world. This March, many of Rome’s visitors will be Latter-day Saints gathering for the dedication of the first house of the Lord in Italy. This temple is the result of an untold number of prayers, struggles, and miracles—a symbolic victory of ancient and modern Christianity.

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The Difference Between Priesthood Power and Priesthood Authority (and How Women and Men Can Access Both)

By Wendy Ulrich

Priesthood power is more than priesthood authority. With priesthood authority (authorization through someone holding priesthood keys), women and men can fulfill callings and assignments, represent the Church as missionaries, make covenants, and perform ordinances that are valid. With both priesthood authority and priesthood power, they can do these things in ways that magnify those callings, invite the Spirit, bless lives, develop spiritual gifts, and even bring about miracles. Relief Society General President Linda K. Burton affirms, “There is a difference . . . between priesthood authority and priesthood power. Priesthood authority is conferred by ordination, but priesthood power is available to all.”1

D&C Lesson 39: "The Hearts of the Children Shall Turn to Their Fathers"

By Ted L. Gibbons

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Especially for Latter-day Saint Missionaries: How to Transition to Post-Mission Life

By Sunny Morton

Every month, about 2,800 LDS missionaries come home. The returning missionary or couple appears at the airport, at the front door, or in the chapel. Loved ones and old friends offer joyful congratulations and comment on changes they see: a brighter glow of faith, a more confident demeanor, a deeper tan, or a newly acquired accent.

How a Couple in Their 90s Found the Gospel and Each Other

By Morgan Pearson

When Bud and Shirley Anderson were recently sealed in the Dallas Texas Temple, the sealer remarked that it was rare for him to have the opportunity to seal a couple that was older than him.

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20 Quotes from Elder Holland for When You Need a Good Pep Talk

By LDS Living

When momentary discouragement arises or overwhelming trials are staring us in the face, it can make a world of difference to feel like someone is in your corner cheering you on. And these 20 quotes from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland do just that.

5 Insights into Pivotal Moments of the Savior's Life from "Jesus the Christ"

By Brad Richins

As Latter-day Saints, we are blessed to have access to many writings and publications from past and present leaders of the Church that can strengthen our testimonies of the Savior.

‘Our story is not over yet’: Relief Society General Presidency on looking at your life holistically

The night before she was called as Relief Society General President, Jean B. Bingham contemplated the purpose behind a meeting that was scheduled between her and President Thomas S. Monson the next morning. “What could he possibly want to talk to me about?” she remembers asking herself.

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What this gay man learned about himself from the Architect of his soul

By Charlie Bird

The August pick for LDS Living Book Club is Without the Mask by Charlie Bird. Follow the LDS Living Book Club Instagram for more insights with the author.