Tag: christianity
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A Permanent Witness
The author reflects on their journey of faith during college, emphasizing the role of the Holy Ghost in receiving a testimony of the gospel. They recount a pivotal prayer experience that confirmed their beliefs. The testimony, described as a permanent gift, requires care and effort to nurture, promising peace and guidance from God.
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How Do I See?
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland’s address in October 2025 prompted personal reflection on spiritual insight. He recounts the biblical story of a blind man healed by Jesus and shares transformative experiences from his life, including moments of faith renewal and understanding through the Holy Ghost, ultimately expressing gratitude for spiritual clarity gained over time.
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Restoration by Revelation
The content discusses the relationship between God’s vast knowledge and what He reveals to humanity, illustrated through a pier and the ocean. It outlines the organizational structure of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, emphasizing how revelations have guided the church from its restoration by Joseph Smith to the present, affirming that God…
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Succession in the LDS Church
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints passed away on September 27, 2025. His succession involves the dissolution of the First Presidency, leading to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles seeking revelation for a new President, followed by ordination and a Solemn Assembly at the General Conference where members…
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No Red Cards in this Life
Attending a Phoenix Rising FC match illustrated how sin affects our lives, similar to receiving a red card in soccer. Although mistakes can change our momentum, God’s gift of repentance ensures we can return. Upcoming General Conference messages will emphasize this hope and God’s unwavering love, reminding us of our path back to Him.
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How Hard Is My Heart?
Nephi questions the hardness of hearts and blindness in minds, illustrating how sin leads to distancing from God. Elder Kim emphasizes the need for repentance, as it softens our hearts. Resentment and misunderstanding also contribute to hardness. Ultimately, turning towards God and following His commandments brings peace, blessings, and salvation.
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A Literal Resurrection
The April 2025 General Conference highlighted the concept of “literal resurrection,” emphasizing Jesus Christ’s resurrection as a foundational belief in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This doctrine underscores the necessity of physical bodies for God and believers, shaping the Plan of Salvation and affirming eternal life through obedience to God’s laws.
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Winning the War
Losing some battles does not mean the war is lost. In “Your Repentance Doesn’t Burden Jesus Christ; It Brightens His Joy“, Sister Tamara W. Runia states, “I testify that while God cares about our mistakes, He cares more about what happens after we make a mistake.” That sentiment carries with it a new perspective on…
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What Does It Mean To Be Whole?
President Camille N. Johnson emphasizes that true wholeness comes from faith in Jesus Christ, rather than physical or emotional completeness in this life. While we may never attain physical or emotional wholeness due to aging and uncontrollable factors, we can achieve spiritual wholeness by developing a strong relationship with Christ through faith, repentance, and observance…
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Being Christlike
In “As a Little Child,” President Jeffrey R. Holland emphasizes the Christlike attributes of submissiveness, humility, and love that children naturally possess. He explains that to enter the kingdom of heaven, we must embody these qualities. As we grow, we often lose these traits, making it essential to relearn them through Christ’s example.
Whether By Mine Own Voice 