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The Day Elder Holland Helped Dig a Grave for a Young Missionary

By Jason F. Wright

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland is known for his talks and the powerful principles and crisp, undeniable doctrine.

It's Personal

Stories in this episode: Sarah and her brother decide to turn their father in to the police hoping he will find the help he needs to make necessary changes in his life; Chrislyn is deep in grief after learning about decisions her mother made and watching her be sentenced to life in prison. The Atonement of Jesus Christ and the power of forgiveness take on new meaning for both our storytellers, even if their lives haven’t yet reached a happy ending.

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3 Reasons President M. Russell Ballard's General Conference Talk Was Particularly Significant

By Morgan Pearson

When President M. Russell Ballard stepped up to the pulpit on Sunday morning, he revealed that the talk he would proceed to give was prepared before his wife’s passing on October 1, 2018, after battling many health problems, including Alzheimer's.

Jennifer Reeder: Emma Smith—Giving All That Is Required

A thread of complexity is woven throughout the life of Emma Smith. Her love for her husband, the Prophet Joseph Smith, was enduring despite her struggles to understand his participation in polygamy. Her family was the most important thing to her, yet she suffered familial losses over and over again. She gave her all for the gospel of Jesus Christ but chose not to go west with the Saints. Many have asked, “Did Emma fall short?" This week, we talk with Jennifer Reeder, the author of the new biography, “First: The Life and Faith of Emma Smith," about why the answer to that question is no—Emma gave all that was asked of her.

In case you missed it: Top LDS Living articles from this week

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"It's His Talk": President Cordon Interviews the 18-Year-Old Who Spoke in Conference

Most of us were surprised to see two teenagers speak in general conference. It had been decades since a young man or a young woman had taken the pulpit so what does an 18-year-old girl do to prepare for a conference talk? Was she nervous at the pulpit when she stood to speak? Laudy Kaouk talked with President Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women General President, about how she prepared for a talk she knew would be watched by millions all around the world.

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What My Favorite President Nelson Moment Taught Me About Sustaining Church Leaders

By LDS Living Staff

In the October 2007 general conference, Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin stood at the pulpit delivering an exquisite talk on charity. Despite his powerful words, Elder Wirthlin began to shake during his delivery, and that's when a beautiful example of charity accompanied Elder Wirthlin's talk. President Russell M. Nelson, then Elder Nelson, stood behind Elder Wirthlin and gently placed his hand on his arm, letting Elder Wirthlin know he was there for him, willing to support him if need be.

Looking back and looking forward: Learn from these inspiring messages by Church leaders this week

By LDS Living

Editor’s note: “This week from the Pulpit” highlights recent messages by General Authorities and General Officers of the Church.