Creating Faithful Families in a Fear-Filled World

The sky and light visible through tree branches.

The world seems to be spiraling ever downward, but we can have faith that the Lord understands our circumstances and that our families will be protected from the evil around us. Have you ever wondered how your personal family situation fits into God’s plan? It might sometimes feel like Church… Continue reading

Following Him at Home

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 As we study Come, Follow Me with our families, the influence of the adversary will get weaker as we strengthen our testimonies together. As a part of the new emphasis on a “home-centered Church,” President Russell M. Nelson announced in October 2018 that Sunday services would be shortened by an… Continue reading

Spiritually Creating Your Day

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God created all things spiritually before he created them temporally. Similarly, we can “spiritually create” our day through meaningful prayer. I always seem to have a billion things to do, which makes it hard for me to keep track of everything and even harder to remember to involve God in… Continue reading

No Success Is Too Small

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New year, new you…right? When you fall short of your goals, God sees each tiny step you take in the right direction. Every time January rolls around and the world is abuzz with New Year’s resolutions, I can’t help but feel anxious rather than excited. Setting goals has often felt… Continue reading

The Faith to Become Divine

Young Man Looking Out Window

Sometimes we feel that our hard-exercised faith is not yielding the blessings we desperately need. But the Lord is not abandoning us—he’s offering us an opportunity to become divine. A few weeks ago, my husband and I anxiously waited to hear whether he would receive a job offer for a… Continue reading

Developing the Faith to Heal Others Through Christ

Two men in suits and ties are giving a priesthood blessing to a gentleman and are laying their hands on his head.

Sometimes fear keeps us from acting in faith, but God knows our heart’s deepest desires, and if we turn to him, he will help us grow and improve in our faith. My husband has the authority to use God’s power to offer blessings of healing and comfort to the sick… Continue reading

Developing the Faith to Be Healed

A brown teddy bear with bandages on its head and leg.

When we focus on the Lord and have unwavering trust in him and his plan, he promises that we will be healed according to his will and timing. Recently, I had an opportunity to be healed from a physical ailment that I have had for more than 20 years. My… Continue reading

Is Marriage Worth It?

A man and a woman’s outstretched hands with gold wedding bands on. There is a railing and water in the background.

The world says marriage is risky. Religion and research say it’s the key to happiness. So, is marriage worth it? In a time of high divorce rates and cultures that celebrate independence, marriage can feel like it brings more pain than happiness. I’ll admit, I’ve been afraid of marriage myself.… Continue reading

Nurturing Our Spiritual Health

A woman waters her garden with a hose.

Just as plants need consistent nourishment to survive, we need to nurture our spiritual health every day by feasting on gospel activities. I love being in nature and observing the beauty and strength of the world around me. I am often left in awe of the steady growth and longevity… Continue reading

Stop Judging, Start Loving

A vibrant rainbow in pink and blue skies going over a bridge in a lagoon.

When we let the love of God fill our hearts, we find strength to forgive others—and ourselves. It’s easy to notice when others judge, gossip, or hold grudges. Yet recognizing those same tendencies in ourselves can be far more difficult. We often justify our anger as righteous or dwell on… Continue reading