Charity is defined not only by the action itself, but by the love that inspires the action. Ever since I was a little girl, I have struggled to understand what the word charity means. Of course, it does not help that the term has multiple definitions. For example, the word… Continue reading
As we strive to emulate Christ’s love in our actions toward ourselves and others, we can help love grow throughout the world. Love is a concept that we hear about constantly in movies, books, and the media. Even in the scriptures love is frequently mentioned. Christ has told us that… Continue reading
Learning to purify ourselves through Jesus Christ and become examples of refined faith leads us to seek out those who are ready to “be perfected in him” (Moroni 10:32). Christ teaches us that we “are the salt of the earth” (Matthew 5:13) and that we are his disciples according to… Continue reading
Having a hard time forgiving yourself for past mistakes? Let the Savior help rewrite your pain into your purpose. I saw the arrow turn green and I accelerated while glancing down at my phone’s GPS. I expected to be able to look up in time to turn. Instead, my car… Continue reading
I wanted God to be the author of my faith, so why wasn’t I receiving the direction I was seeking? In her talk “Invite Christ to Author Your Story,” Sister Camille N. Johnson points to Hebrews 12:2 to remind us to let Christ guide our lives. She explains, “We can… Continue reading
When those we love are suffering, we may not be able to remove their struggles, but we can still offer something truly valuable. When a close family member was grieving a sudden, unexpected job loss, I felt useless as I watched them struggle. Without financial resources, professional connections, or extensive… Continue reading
Our trials may seem senseless, but by transforming them from tragedy into victory, we can find inherent meaning. My life has taken many unexpected turns, often as a result of sudden challenges. One of my toughest moments was when I started my full-time proselytizing mission in March of 2020—just ten… Continue reading
We don’t need grand gestures to grow spiritually—just steady flecks of faith, love, and kindness each day. Recently, I attended the temple for the first time. I was surprised by how much of the experience was about progression. Going through the temple was a powerful reminder that spiritual growth doesn’t… Continue reading
No matter where we are, Jesus Christ will always be right on time. When I turned 14, my family was preparing to move and leave behind everything I had ever known, and I felt lost. I didn’t know where to go or what to do, but the Lord was aware… Continue reading
When restlessness and anxiety rise within us, we can take a deep breath and remember the words “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). If I had been asked what I missed most while on my mission, my answer might have been surprising: Google. I’m naturally curious,… Continue reading
