Section 42 in the Doctrine and Covenants is significant in that it gives insight of the process in which Joseph Smith received revelation from the Lord. It reveals how each revelation was received, transcribed, and eventually published. The Lord encouraged Joseph and the members of the restoration to come together and pray about his word so they would know what to furthe... Read More

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We may not be able to climb the tallest mountain, but all have been given a mountain of blessings in life to appreciate. Thinking about these can help us over the daily hardships that can challenge our best intentions. Awareness of these blessings can bless a life beyond measure. 

Life's Tiny Delights

Many of us may miss out on some of life's biggest prizes. The Pulitzer, Nobel, Oscar, Tony, and Emmy awards are a few examples.... Read More

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Because of No Fault of Their Own 

Elder Harold B. Lee comforted us with these words: "[Those] who have been denied blessings … in this life—who say in their heart, if I could have done, I would have done, or I would give if I had, but I cannot for I have not—the Lord will bless you as though you had done, and the world... Read More

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So, I accepted a calling today to be a Young Single Adults representative.  I wasn't at church today, I was not feeling well and stayed home to rest.  That didn't stop the 1st counselor from stopping by my new house, which I just moved into 2 or 3 days ago and was part of the reason I didn't show up at church (I hurt myself moving furniture).  He offered the calling, and I, without thinking said, "Sure!  I'll give it a try!"  Looking back, I realize th... Read More

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Does a Dead Man Cry?

Roger McLaughlin was washing some dead soldiers in Vietnam, when his buddy asked, "What about tear glands? Can they still work after death?" It did appear that one of the dead was crying

The sun cascaded down in soft, warm waves of delight against my hardened muscles. The light and warmth gently massaged me from the lazy slumber... Read More

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