Once looking at all the evidence and criticisms of the Book of Mormon only one answer makes sense - the story Joseph Smith told, that it's divinely inspired and the word of God. And as time marches on, it’ll become even clearer the truth of the Book of Mormon.

By: Tad R. Callister

Date: September 3, 2023

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Does gratitude spare us from sorrow, sadness, grief and pain? No, but it does soothe our feelings. It provides us with a greater perspective on the very purpose and joy of life.

By: Mary Ellen Edmunds

Date: June 2023

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Trials come in three forms: trials we bring upon ourselves, trials that are part of our mortal existence, and trials through which God is shaping and directing our lives. Often we can't see the Lord's hand in our lives until long after the trials have passed.

By: Hank Smith

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Fear stalls you, with Screwtape nudging you from eternity. At Utah State in ’73, a short cheerleader, I was prodded to an Alaskan mission, facing anti-Mormon fire and finding truth. Life flipped - lost elections, a 28-credit, gas-leaky newlywed dash into teaching - showing God’s plan beats fear.

By: Curtis Jacobs

Date: October 11, 2020

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A plan in which supposedly everything would go right so nobody would be lost was already proposed and rejected. The plan of salvation, on the other hand, allows for opposition in all things: sadness and sweetness, wrongdoing and repentance, trial and testimony.

By: Dallan R. Moody

Date: March 6, 2012

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At some time in our lives, many of us wonder if we are really good at anything, but recognize the wonder and power in each of us! While we may see our weakness and failings, God always sees our potential. God puts things in our lives that help prepare us for future challenges.

By: S. Michael Wilcox

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Whatever shame Satan is putting in your heart, remember that Jesus has conquered it... So go to the temple - or if you have the gift of the holy garment, put it on - and let Satan know your heart is taken.

By: Shima Baughman

Date: October 1, 2024

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Be a woman of Christ. Cherish your esteemed place in the sight of God. He needs you. This Church needs you. The world needs you.

By: Jeffery R. Holland

Date: October 2, 2005

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