It took courage and humility for Aimee Benefield to share her story. For the past few years, she had been an influential face in the world of energy healing as well as an enthusiastic advocate of a popular mentoring program, 3-Key-Elements. But all that changed a couple of months ago after a sudden “wake up Read more about Prominent LDS Mentor/Energy Healer Shuts Down Websites, Speaks Out About Deception[…]
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released the following statement on Tuesday: Because of limitations incident to his age, President Monson is no longer attending meetings at the Church offices on a regular basis. He communicates and confers with his counselors on matters as needed. President Monson is grateful that the work of Read more about President Monson To No Longer Attend Regular Meetings, Please Pray For Him[…]
Spiritual Promptings Reflection I was faced with the decision of whom to marry. I sought the advice of my Bishop, Stake President, my family, friends and most importantly, the Lord. In my heart, I always felt a sense of longing for the young woman I was deciding to marry, and in my mind, we were Read more about Spiritual Promptings[…]
Science and Religion: The LDS Standpoint Growing up in a city with very few LDS members, I was continuously bombarded with scientific theories of human evolution and what I thought to be scientific ideas contradicting my religious beliefs. My parents had raised me to pay attention in my science classes and know what answers the Read more about Science and Religion: The LDS Standpoint[…]
Don’t just read to read. Ask yourself, why are you reading the scriptures? Are you doing it because someone told you to or because you just feel like you should? You should read and study to find answers for yourself and for others. It can be so easy not to read, but if we make Read more about Don’t Give Up! Tips for Reading the Scriptures[…]
The Law of Chastity: A positive view All to often as a youth I viewed the Law of Chastity as something restricting, hard to obey, and very uncomfortable to talk about. I would sometimes wonder “Why is it so strict? I mean, I understand why I shouldn’t be promiscuous, but what are the blessings? What Read more about The Law of Chastity: A positive view[…]
Staying Spiritually Fit Video Running is a great source of exercise. It can get you into great shape, and it can clear your mind and help you feel calm and peaceful. There are even spiritual benefits to distance-running. With a calm and clear mental state, running can incite inspiration and divine revelation, especially if Read more about Benefits to Distance Running for Missionaries[…]
There is a lot to consider when deciding to serve a mission. I’ve gone through the process myself and collected the scriptures that helped me the most. Comment below if you have more! Scriptures How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that publisheth salvation, Isa. 52:7. I will both search my sheep Read more about Should I Serve a Mission? 20+ Scriptures to Consider[…]
Family Home Evening: A simple solution to the world “Well, first of all I’d like to welcome every fight to family fight tonight” my Dad would say as he sat down after corralling us into the living room on a Monday evening, “I’d like to welcome the fight between Caleb and Jacob, Ben and his Read more about Family Night! or Family Fight?[…]
Visiting D.C might seem daunting because of the many things there are to do. Some people might think it is only worthwhile if they are history buffs but luckily, D.C. has options for everyone in your family to enjoy. Here are a few options: 1.Visit the Smithsonian The Smithsonian Museums are definitely worth your visit Read more about Top 5 things to do in Washington DC[…]