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A softened heart doesn’t stay that way by accident; learning how to keep a softened heart means inviting God into our thoughts and actions each day. As we do, His Spirit helps us let go of pride and see others with greater love.
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“If they harden not their hearts, and stiffen not their necks against me, they shall be converted, and I will heal them.”—Doctrine & Covenants 112:13
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“The Savior taught that if our hearts are fully turned to Him, because of His atoning sacrifice, we can be blessed with the strength and spiritual gifts we need to overcome our mortal challenges, resist temptation, receive direction and understanding, and feel joy and peace in our lives.”—Ronald M. Barcellos, “The Lord Looketh on the Heart”
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Living the Principle: How to Keep a Softened Heart
- Practice spiritual interruption—when you feel irritation or judgment rising, stop and ask, “What is God trying to teach me in this moment?” This creates space for humility and allows His Spirit to redirect your response.
- Choose one strained relationship and, instead of listing grievances, write down ways God might see that person, praying for the ability to adopt even one of those perspectives.
- Regularly step outside your comfort zone by seeking opportunities to serve in hidden, inconvenient ways—those moments of unnoticed sacrifice reshape the heart more deeply than comfortable or public service ever could.
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This Day in Church History
1848: The Nauvoo Temple is lit on fire by arsonists; the structure is gutted beyond repair.
1882: The First Presidency announces plans to build the first temple in a communist nation in Freiberg, German Democratic Republic (East Germany).
1986: Joseph B. Wirthlin is ordained an Apostle.
What’s one practice that helps you keep your heart soft and open to God’s guidance? Share with us in the comments and check back tomorrow for more inspiration!
Holly Wallace is a writer and storyteller drawn to meaningful questions and overlooked details. Her work explores Latter-day Saint life and culture through faithful inquiry, inviting readers to pause, consider, and engage more deeply with what matters most.
glorious news. i am old, but I am pretty sure there was not an East Germany Republicin 1882.
It was 1982…apparently, it was a typo.