Creating Space for God

No matter how busy we are, being intentional with our time opens up opportunities for God to speak to us. I love a good audiobook or podcast to keep me company while I drive or walk someplace—it keeps me occupied and helps me feel like I’m making good use of...

A Day of Great Importance

Life is full of important days. How do we know what choices can prepare us for them? I recently attended the temple sealing of a good friend. As I sat in the sealing room and listened to the words of the ordinance, I could feel the eternal importance of that...

We Are Found

We are found.  We are no longer sheep fallen in a canyon, out of sight and beyond aid.  We are found.  We have been lifted up by gentle, calloused, scarred hands.  We have been embraced.  We are now placed behind the Shepherd as we do our best to stumble on...

Kinsman Redeemer

In ancient Israel, the closest male relative was responsible for the well-being of the entire family. He was often the head of the house, but he could also be a brother or an uncle. His responsibilities included making sure the extended family, in-laws, and nonrelatives living with the family were...

How Christ Can Help You Heal from Sexual Assault

Being a victim of sexual assault often leads to confusion, hopelessness, and guilt. Yet the versatility of Christ’s Atonement can still be a comfort for guiltless victims.  There are few things more devastating than being sexually abused. The aftermath of one’s agency being ignored is often full of regret, anxiety,...
Of Lambs and Lost Sheep

Of Lambs and Lost Sheep

By fulfilling his role as shepherd, Christ shows us how to support our struggling friends and family. What does it mean to be a shepherd? Is a shepherd just someone who herds sheep or goes looking for the ones that wander away? Sister Jayne B. Malan shares how she came to understand the...
How to Find the Sun During Your Spiritual Eclipse

How to Find the Sun During Your Spiritual Eclipse

Even when you can’t see the light of Christ, it’s still there. Reorganizing your priorities can help you end your spiritual eclipse. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon blocks out the light and warmth of the sun. Even though the moon is about 400 times smaller than the sun,...
How the Internet Divides Our Soul

How the Internet Divides Our Soul

The internet allows us to spread ourselves too thin; careful use of our agency is essential for getting the most out of the technology we use. The ability to multitask by using technology allows us to be in many places at once. Thanks to the internet and cell phones, we...
Discover Your Own Path: Steps from Jesus Christ’s Young-Adult Years

Discover Your Own Path: Steps from Jesus Christ’s Young-Adult Years

Jesus doesn’t just understand young-adult life, he has lived it—perfectly. When we imagine the Savior, we typically visualize him as an adult––full beard, broad shoulders, and traces of wrinkles showing the joys and sorrows of 33 years. Kent F. Richards instead paints us a portrait of Jesus during his young-adult...
Coming to Know the Savior

Coming to Know the Savior

We know how we can learn about Jesus Christ, but how can we come to know him?   Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world, but he is also our personal Savior. I struggled with this distinction for most of my adolescence. I learned about the Savior—who he was,...
Standing with God

Standing with God

Standing with God sometimes means that we are standing alone. Even though this is a difficult position to be in, God will bless us for our faith.