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Celebrate the heart of Latter-day Saint lifeβ€”Family and Friends. From uplifting stories and relationship advice to practical tips for strengthening your home, this section is dedicated to the people who matter most. Discover gospel-centered inspiration for families, friendships, and everyday connections.

Reflections on James E. Faust’s BYU Devotional: β€œSelf-Esteem: A Great Human Need”

James E. Faust’s address Self-Esteem: A Great Human Need is a masterful example of how gospel doctrine can be applied to real and often deeply personal human struggles. Though delivered decades ago, the talk feels remarkably modern because it addresses questions that never fade with time: how we see ourselves, …

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How Five Heroic Latter-day Saint Missionaries Saved Lives During the Tongan Tsunami

When the undersea volcano Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha’apai erupted on January 15, 2022, it sent shockwaves throughout the Pacific. (While this happened in 2022, we felt it a wonderful story worth revisiting).Β The explosion generated a tsunami that devastated the Kingdom of Tonga, destroying homes, flooding villages, and covering the islands …

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2025 JWHA Award Winners: Notable Works in Mormon History

Celebrating 2025 John Whitmer Historical Association Award Winners The 2025 John Whitmer Historical Association (JWHA) conference has honed in on some remarkable contributions to the field of Mormon history. These scholars have significantly impacted our understanding of various aspects of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), shedding …

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Preferences or Principles? Navigating GA Counsel as a Latter-day Saint

Understanding General Authority Preferences: A Latter-day Saint Perspective As we approach General Conference, we are again reminded of the importance of listening to our leaders. This gathering is a time for church members to reaffirm their commitment to the covenant path, emphasize the significance of the One True Church, and …

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