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Latter-day Saint psychologist: A scriptural recipe for enduring trials

I used to believe that a life free of trials was the most desirable. I figured that if I were just righteous enough, I would be spared the difficulties and challenges experienced by others. As my understanding of the Father’s plan has increased, I’ve realized I’m wrong on both counts. A life free of trials is the least desirable mortal experience because it would lead to such little growth. And righteous behavior definitely does not exempt us from difficulties and challenges.

Famous Latter-day Saints

From Broadway to West End: 5 Mormon Theater Stars and How They Stand for Their Faith

By Danielle B. Wagner

Learn a little more about a few Mormon theater stars and the remarkable ways they share their faith with the world.

1: “Another Testament of Jesus Christ” (Dec. 30–Jan. 5)

Did you know that the Book of Mormon doesn't begin with "I, Nephi?" In our first study group of 2020, Tammy and her friends Sharmaine and Tamu dig into the real beginning of the Book of Mormon — the introductory pages — and share how the entire purpose of the Book of Mormon can be found in just four simple words.

Reaching Joseph, Reaching Christ

From the maple trees of the Sacred Grove to busy London streets, from the quiet Susquehanna Valley to bustling Taiwan, this journey to know Joseph Smith has brought us many places. But has it taken us to Christ? In this final episode of the Joseph podcast, we saved the best for last as guests share their stories of how, through heartbreak and rock bottom, they were able to find Christ through the prophet Joseph Smith.

SOM Transcript - S7E2

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Latter-day Saint Life

Dr. David T. Morgan: Improving your coping skills when your loved one has a faith crisis

By Dr. David T. Morgan

If you find yourself as one of the “shocked and saddened,” here are some suggestions that can help you cope while your loved one follows their new path.

Fun

Joseph Smith, Donny and Marie + Other Famous Latter-day Saints Who Appeared in DC and Marvel Comics

By LDS Living Staff

Imagine you're trying to kill some time before the midnight showing of the latest Avengers installment, so you and your friends decide to brush up on your superhero trivia by skimming through the classic comics you love just as much now as when you were 7 years old.

Young Men Lesson 36: Testimony

Manual 1; Excerpt from "Waiting on the Road to Damascus," by Dieter F. Uchtdorf

BONUS: Come As You Are

Stories in this Father's Day bonus episode: While John admits he's not very handy, his attempts to create the perfect swing set falls short when he allows comparison to take over; Donald isn't sure he's got what it takes for fatherhood to begin with but when infertility makes that even harder, he learns that "what it takes" might be different than he imagined.

Walking in His Shoes

“Prophet,” “Friend,” “Brother”—these are all words that have been used to describe Joseph Smith. But what about “Restorer,” “Visionary,” or even “Warrior”? Heidi’s friends (and historians) Jenny Reeder and Bob Millet share with Heidi how they would define Joseph if they only had one word to do so. Then Heidi turns to Cree Nation members Jalynne Geddes and her father, Harry Michael, to hear about who they know Joseph Smith to be.