The Gift of the Fast
There is power in sacrifice. Fasting and prayer can bring us closer to our Savior and grant us greater access to his power. Recently, my family and I fasted and prayed at the request of two of my brothers. They needed to make a difficult decision for their company and...
A Formula for Healing
Healing is possible for all people and all problems through courage, action, and the Savior’s grace. In a world of ever-increasing suffering, many of us find ourselves searching for relief. Some feel marginalized as we struggle to overcome challenges that may be considered uncommon, extreme, or even taboo. For example,...
Conflicting Cultures: The Role of LDS Women
I was determined to show everyone that I could be an amazing mother and an unstoppable lawyer, yet I felt like no matter what I did, people would be unhappy. One of the most controversial discourses about Mormon culture regards the role of women. The world outside of the Church...
Jesus Christ’s Beloved Enemy
During his Last Supper, Christ washed the feet of Judas Iscariot. By doing so, Christ set the ultimate example of what it means to “love your enemy.” For over a millennium, the teachings of Jesus Christ have inspired spiritual growth for those who study and accept his words. During his...
Which Cross is Mine and How Do I Bear It?
“For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.” —Matthew 16:25 Jesus Christ had a heavy cross to bear. His divine mission on earth was to provide eternal salvation for the souls of all mankind. In Matthew 16,...
The Second Miracle: Made Confident through Christ
There’s no shame in simply starting with what you know. If you just continue moving forward, Christ will help you build your confidence. When we doubt, we may think that we lack faith; however, we do not need to be ashamed of our doubt. The story in John 9 about...

