In an era oversaturated with access to information and opinions, is it possible to know for certain whether a prophet is called of God? The first time I questioned my testimony about Joseph Smith was during a bike ride with a district leader on my mission. I still vividly remember… Continue reading
The best way to combat feelings of lust is to recognize and avoid them early—but how? Although it’s common knowledge that lust can damage relationships, it’s still difficult to define, recognize, and avoid feelings of lust. In his article “Love versus Lust,” published in the Ensign and Liahona, Joshua J.… Continue reading
Women all over the world are standing for what they know is right, even amid religious persecution. For those of us who live in nations with religious freedom, it’s easy to take that right for granted. In many countries all over the world, though, people are struggling to obtain the same religious… Continue reading
This new program offers online courses and in-person education around the globe. Ten years ago, President Gordon B. Hinckley encouraged the youth of the Church: “Educate your minds and hands, whatever your chosen field. Whether it be repairing refrigerators, or the work of a skilled surgeon, you must train yourselves. Seek… Continue reading
Mormon Insights is published by students in the capstone course of the editing minor at Brigham Young University (BYU). Every member of the Winter 2017 Mormon Insights staff (above) assisted with planning, writing, editing, and designing articles; publishing them on the Internet; and promoting them through social media. Photos by Megan… Continue reading
What is the difference between a doubter and a seeker? The answer is all in the wrestle. The world today seems to draw questions out of dark corners, blurring the lines of morality and casting shadows on the light of faith. When these questions arise, many people may feel uncertain… Continue reading
Natasha Andersen Major and minor: English; Editing Hometown and state: Morgan, Utah Positions on Mormon Insights Staff: Assistant managing editor; Design team member Dream job: Novel editor—or professional dessert taster Favorite conference talk: “The Infinite Power of Hope” by Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf One item on your bucket list: Learn… Continue reading
Alyssa Gisseman Ball Major and minor: English Language major; Editing minor Hometown: Warner Robins, Georgia Staff positions: Assistant Managing Editor, Analytics Director, and Web Team Member Dream job: Content writer and SEO strategist at a digital marketing company. Oh wait, that’s what I do now! Most memorable thing you’ve done… Continue reading
