In this excerpt from Precept upon Precept, Robert L. Millet explores the experience of the prophet Joseph Smith along with his scribe Sidney Rigdon as they received one of the most remarkable revelations from God—the vision of the degrees of glory.

As we begin gearing up for general conference, we will be highlighting past conference talks to help us review, remember, and grow closer to the Spirit so that we can better recognize the Lord's voice and direction this coming October. The following is a small portion of a talk given by President Russell M. Nelson in April 1995. (Read the full talk here.)

Construction crews now dot Temple Square as the Salt Lake Temple begins the process of renovation, starting with decommissioning.

Andrea Erickson Lindsey received her master's degree in Religious Education from BYU. She was a full-time Professional Religious Educator for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints until the birth of her son. She has presented at Education week, S&I Area Meetings, EFY, the Church History Symposium, S&I Research Conference, Single-Adult Events, and has been a volunteer Institute teacher for several years. She is the author of God's Plan, Book 1 of the True Doctrine Series, which was awarded best seller status on Amazon. You can order with the link provided on her website. https://andreaericksonlindsey.com/ Andrea loves wearing the color black, not just because it is slimming, but because it absorbs light, and like all of us she loves light. She and Kendra George are co-hosts on the podcast Gather in Christ, where they focus on the blessings of following a living prophet’s invitations, while seeking to build faith in the basic doctrines of the Church. Presently, Andrea is having her book, His Gospel Restored: Book II of The True Doctrine Series, illustrated. Follow her for future details. You can order prints by contacting her at authorandreae.lindsey@gmail.com.

While we should not be overly preoccupied in thinking about Satan and his purposes, as we honestly consider our desire to repent and more closely follow the Savior, we need to realize that the forces of the adversary will attempt to thwart our resolve.

On Friday, November 20, President Russell M. Nelson delivered a special video message of hope and healing that resonated with viewers around the world. In the prophet’s message—which he received inspiration for in the middle of the night—President Nelson spoke about the pandemic, societal issues, and where healing from these challenges can come:

Though perhaps not as prolific or well known as Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi has shared many pieces of counsel that can also be applied to a gospel setting.

Do you know the different translations of the name Mormon? It's a word associated with good, love, charity, and one of our most sacred books of scriptures. Learn more about the meaning of this name and how it can still be significant in our worship even as we follow our prophet to refer to ourselves as Latter-day Saints and followers of Christ.

“I thought I had to change my entire personality to be a good leader. Then, I learned a powerful lesson from Sister Jean B. Bingham.”

MR says: Most people would never consider being too happy a curse, but LDS comedian Jenna Kim Jones knows that happiness is not something typical in her profession. She also knows where her source of happiness comes from.