Sometimes God does indeed intercede, and other times it feels like no help is coming. These are among the conundrums we navigate in mortality.
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“For some siblings, a departing elder or sister missionary feels akin to grieving a death.”
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“When I called the doctor’s office and explained what I’d seen, they told me to bring Reuben in right away.”
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“Here are three things I’ve personally found helpful.”
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The Master Teacher knew and used this idea in some of His most well-known sermons.
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BYU–Hawaii president shares three great ideas to help kids be prepared to thrive spiritually.
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Give this a quick read before your next family vacation or reunion (or even before your next Sunday dinner!).
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These two things can help prepare your kids for the Savior’s return.
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This fresh insight on a beloved scripture story is perfect to share with the women in your life this Mother’s Day.
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“As far as I can tell, there’s only one world-proof shield that you can send them with.”
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From mini statues of Christ to inspiring socks, find the perfect gift for your missionary.
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Jenny couldn’t get out of bed for the first three months of her pregnancy. She felt inadequate until she realized what God was really asking of her.
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Do this to open yourself up to more authentic prayers.
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“She referenced it to guide us, comfort us, and reassure us,” Sister Holland’s daughter, Mary Alice, tells LDS Living.
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“With a little more advance thought, this can become a weekend retreat different from any other.”
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“I don’t normally remember my dreams, but that night, a vivid dream helped my heart to trust Heavenly Father’s plan.”
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These tips can help transform scripture study from a chore into a cherished family tradition.
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The Apostle also answered the question, “What is the greatest thing you can do for your children?”
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My teenage son once told me he had never felt the Holy Ghost. Our family has since made a helpful change in how we talk about the Spirit.
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“As I walked toward the temple, I thought, Lord, if they don’t let me in here, then I know I need to learn about this church.”
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If you're struggling to feel peace about your family situation, studying these five talks will help.
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I’ve learned that the Savior’s Atonement isn’t solely about healing my wounds, but it’s about healing wounds I may have caused.
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You can help guide youth to become the women and men God wants them to be.
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Share this powerful prompt during your dinner to foster happy feelings.
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Move forward confidently in your daily life and interactions with your loved one—and live with more peace and hope.
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As a Christmas gifts for his children, Latter-day Saint artist David Dibble paints portraits of their favorite stuffed animals.
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Even when a loved one steps away, true peace is possible. Studying these two points of doctrine is a helpful starting place.
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“I was drawn to a word I’d never paid attention to as if the Holy Ghost had marked it in bright yellow highlighter.”
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There is more to understand about the famous quote, “No other success can compensate for failure in the home.”
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Whatever age your grandchildren are, or whatever your relationship with them is like right now, these six tips will help deepen your connection.
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President Jeffrey R. Holland met with a group of local leaders and taught how they can help others come unto Christ.
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Here is one activity that has worked for our family that doesn’t require lots of planning or time to execute.
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Modern-day dating is complex. Here's how to support your child at any point in their dating journey.
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Try these powerful ideas to nurture more feelings of love and unity within your family.
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Our efforts as parents to connect with our kids can help them grow to understand God’s love.
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The personal stories President Nelson's youngest daughter and son shared about their dad are just about the sweetest we’ve ever heard. Here are a few of our favorites.
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Astonishment can open hearts to the testifying power of the Holy Ghost. Here are a few ways we can help others feel a sense of awe about the gospel.
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Life today for kids, teens, and young adults can be tumultuous. Help them move ahead with confidence through this simple gospel reminder.
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Expanding our understanding of the covenant path allows us to support our families with more hope and joy.
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I noticed that some of my friends are disinterested in getting married. Simple things my parents did, however, led me to feel excited about marriage.
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Alma's son Corianton pursued a harlot and had significant concerns about the gospel. What can we learn from what Alma chose to say to him?
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President Nelson has counseled that we should “learn to listen, then listen to learn.” Here are three ways we can truly listen to our loved ones.
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I spoke with other seminary teachers, and we identified six pressing questions we each get asked regularly. Here is our advice on answering them.
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Weave strong relationships with children who question or leave the Church with these practical steps
Drawing on her experience as a psychologist, professional mediator, and Latter-day Saint mother, Emily’s advice is invaluable to any parent.
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Alma chapter 8 is a well of wisdom for ministering to loved ones struggling with their faith. Jared Halverson highlights 7 principles from the chapter.
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MR says: Learning how to understand emotions is difficult for anyone--especially children. But here are some simple tips you can use as parents to help kids process their emotions.
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MR says: Looking for a way to help your kids appreciate their pioneer ancestry while growing closer to your family? Then check out these five fun and easy activities.
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We do a pretty good job, as parents, teachers and church leaders of teaching our Laurels and Priests about casual dating. We repeatedly instruct pre-missionaries to date in groups and to avoid going steady until after their missions. (See “Is Teenage Romance Harmless? Why do Adults Encourage It?”) We also give a great deal of counsel to returned missionaries. Once they return from their missions we encourage them to pair off and date exclusively.
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Exactly 25 years ago this week, I said goodbye to my family and stepped into the Missionary Training Centerin Provo to begin a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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A child's imagination during pretend play can take them from a walk around Mars to a picnic in Neverland. However, his or her travels don't stop there. Pretend play may also lead them on a religious journey in his or her adult life.
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As you know, summer can be busy. Sometimes it is hard to get everything done, be with the kids, go on vacations, stay active, and still keep your sanity. I was flying on an airplane a few weeks ago and the man next to me loved to talk. He talked about his job and how it was like a funnel. The more I thought about it more I came to the conclusion that our lives were like funnels. Let me explain.
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