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Why did God give Adam and Eve contradictory commandments?

The Lord commanded Adam and Eve to multiply and replenish the earth and to not partake of the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil. How do we resolve this apparent contradiction?

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Want to focus more on heaven? Here’s what Elder Holland says to remember about the Savior

By Jeffrey R. Holland

Throughout the New Testament, Christ invited all to be lifted heavenward—in vision, heart, and hope. Elder Holland provides two striking examples from the book of John that show how He extends His hand to every one of us.

Lesson Helps

Doctrine and Covenants and Church History Lesson 13: "This Generation Shall Have My Word Through You"

By Ted L. Gibbons

Amos wrote of a time when the world would experience a famine.

Fun

11 Gripping, Clean Novels That Will Keep You in Suspense

By LDS Living

Looking for a thrilling but clean new novel to get you in the Halloween spirit? Check out these 12 suspense novels you won't be able to put down. Best of all, they're all available to read or listen to on Bookshelf PLUS!

Latter-day Saint Life

A touching true Christmas story from a Latter-day Saint in a Nazi prisoner of war camp

By Gerald N. Lund

There were not enough parcels to give one to every man. So the commandant had come up with another solution—they would hold a raffle.

Church handbook: Significant changes to 5 chapters; update to birth control, fertility, and other policies

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints published updates today, July 31, 2020, to 15 chapters of its General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This includes significant changes to five chapters. These follow adjustments made to the new digital handbook in February and March of this year.

Latter-day Saint Life

4 topics to discuss with a loved one to help them be ready for the temple

By Anthony Sweat

Here are four discussion topics that will help any Latter-day Saint deepen their appreciation for the promises and practices of the temple.

Latter-day Saint Life

He served in the bishopric his 1st year of law school. Now he’s Yale Law’s 1st Polynesian grad

By Emily Linder

This video of a family’s explosive cheering during Yale Law’s graduation ceremony might just make you cry.

Latter-day Saint Life

Elder Holland’s insights on how the Book of Mormon can deepen our understanding of the Sermon on the Mount

By Jeffrey R. Holland

“Following his appearance [to the Nephites] and declaration of obedience, Christ dramatically reinforced the price he had paid to suffer the will of the Father in all things.”

Fun

Hilarious misheard hymn lyrics that will make you laugh out loud

By Danielle B. Wagner

We've all had those moments when we open our hymn book and suddenly realize a Church song we thought we knew really doesn't mention toilet paper, elephants, or badgers eating squirrels.