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Elder Holland: To my friends who want to believe

The following excerpt from To My Friends originally ran on LDS Living in December 2017. To My Friends is now available as a Pocket Gospel Classic.

Easter: Always Seeking more Knowledge

This year, our theme for studying the Doctrine and Covenants is to A.S.K. (Always Seek more Knowledge) because that’s what Joseph Smith did. In this special Easter episode, five people from different walks of life share their testimonies of praying and seeking answers from God. As our thoughts turn to Christ this Easter season, we hope these words of faith will help you feel closer than ever to God.

SOM Transcript - S4E46

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How to Handle a Faith Crisis

Two recent articles published in BYU Magazine and the New Era (the Church’s official magazine for youth) are noteworthy in their discussion of how to help others going through a faith crisis.

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One Life-Changing Question from the Book of Mormon (and the Answer)

By Brad Wilcox

Over the last couple centuries, a lot of questions have surrounded the Book of Mormon—queries about its origins, its authenticity, and its teachings have been perpetuated by skeptic and believer alike. The book's contents are no different. From the first writings of Nephi to the dying testimony of Moroni, the Book of Mormon contains questions from an astounding 61 individuals—including prophets, missionaries, investigators, and apostates. Alma the Younger asked a grand total of 103 questions, Nephi posed 41, and the Savior Himself included 35 questions during his short ministry among the Nephites.

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An Open Letter to Anyone Experiencing a Faith Crisis

Even though we’ve probably never met, I feel like I know you—and I wish I knew you even better. You are not the first person in my life to face a crisis of faith in recent years. I understand that it can be frightening to find yourself questioning a faith you have accepted and embraced. Let me reassure you that there is nothing wrong with having serious questions about your faith. I say that, in part, because I am a questioner, too.

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David T. Morgan: 2 scriptures that help us understand why God allows us to pass through hard things

By Dr. David T. Morgan

Are mental health challenges part of divine design for our growth? Are they effects of choices made by others that afflict our development?

Panelists discuss leaving and returning to the LDS Church at FAIR conference

Religious scholars and historians gathered at the annual Foundation for Apologetic Information and Research conference on Aug. 1-2, giving presentations ranging from Book of Mormon geography to Joseph Smith's role in the Second Great Awakening to the original context of the First Vision. Additionally, faith and doubt were common themes at the conference, which addresses issues "that are sometimes challenging to testimonies and faith," according to the FAIR website.

3 Ways You Are Already Walking on Water

By Ganel-Lyn Condie

A boat filled with tired missionaries and a storm: the beginnings of one of the grandest faith-promoting scripture stories of all time.

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One Phrase Mormons Should Stop Using When Facing Doubt Or Uncertainty

MR says: Everyone struggles with their faith or with doubt at times. But when questions arise, how we talk about those questions can change our entire outlook.