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Our Sacred Temple Garments
Temple garments worn by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provide blessings when worn properly. People who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints often raise questions about the temple garment. In “The Temple Garment: ‘An Outward Expression of an Inward...
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Contest Winner: God Is Love
God can seem like an impersonal, unknowable being in the sky. But we can find peace during our hardest times as we seek to understand him as our Father, who loves us individually. My pre-teenage concept of God was perhaps a little irreverent, but it nonetheless sculpted my dutiful, strained relationship with...
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The Jury’s Not Out: Avoiding Judgment of Ourselves
Jesus never condemned; we don’t need to condemn ourselves. Have you ever heard someone say, “Well, it’s too late for me, I won’t be saved”? Or even, “I’m already going to hell, so what’s the point of trying?” It feels like people are prone to making judgments of themselves that...
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We Don’t Have to Pretend the Bitter Cup Is Sweet
We are often told that we should be glad to have our trials. But what if we aren’t?
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Counting Dandelions: Looking Inward in an Environment of Comparison
Focusing on the things we can do to improve ourselves and avoiding comparison with others will allow the healing power of the gospel to help us. With the increasing popularity of social media, we are constantly barraged with other people’s lives, which fosters an environment of comparison. We may criticize...
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3 Steps to Avoid Being Paralyzed by Perfection
The fact that we aren’t perfect can be paralyzing. But if we turn to Christ, we can move forward despite our imperfections. Throughout life, we usually want to find the perfect solution to each of the problems we face. However, this desire to find the perfect solution can stop us...