Be True, Be You, Be Millennial

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The title millennial is not a scab of leprosy but a crown of royalty. Wear it boldly with honor, courage, and reverence. “It must be a millennial thing.” The generational label millennial is often used in a negative way, suggesting all that is wrong with the world’s young people: they… Continue reading

Empowering Our Children

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How can we protect and empower the children in our lives? Marissa Widdison turns to examples from the Savior’s life for answers. Each day, children are bombarded with new dangers, and as adults it can be hard to know what we can do to help the future generations stay on… Continue reading

Getting the Most from Your Temple Worship

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By treating the temple as a place of learning, our visits can become more meaningful. “Go to the temple.” It’s something we hear from Church leaders almost as much as the exhortation to read our scriptures and say our prayers. But no matter how many times it has been said,… Continue reading

The Process of Becoming

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Many people talk about missionary work, but what about the time leading up to a decision to serve?  Preparing for a mission can be daunting. There can be so many voices trying to influence your decision. So what can you do when the choice feels out of your reach? In… Continue reading

Using the Book of Mormon to Understand the Old Testament

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In his day, Nephi studied and cherished the Old Testament record. Because of what Nephi left behind, we can too. The Old Testament can be a difficult read for many, and it definitely is for me. Not only is it the oldest scripture in our canon, but it sometimes seems… Continue reading

Gifts and Rewards

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By developing our spiritual gifts with all our hearts, we can be led to find our own personal success and rewards.  For years, I have struggled to recognize the gifts and talents that God has given me. I searched the scriptures, but I couldn’t seem to believe that I had… Continue reading

In Our Moment of Need

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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

Life Is Our Highway

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Sometimes I feel like I’m living life in the fast lane and can’t find my exit. How can I slow down? A close friend recently told me that she felt as though she had zoomed through life. She completed all the things she had been told to do and achieved… Continue reading

The Christ in Church History

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We can easily get caught up in the names or dates of church history, but Keith A. Erekson reminds us that the main character will forever be Jesus Christ.  This year, the Come, Follow Me program focuses on the Doctrine and Covenants, so members of the Church of Jesus Christ… Continue reading

What Can We Actually Do to Build Zion?

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Building Zion seems like a massive undertaking, but there are many ways we can contribute in our own wards and branches. Have you ever not known where to start with a work as lofty as building Zion? Recent Church publications have focused on this theme of building Zion, but it… Continue reading