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Journaling allows Latter-day Saints to preserve spiritual impressions, personal growth, and testimony for future generations. By recording experiences and insights, we can more easily recognize the hand of God in our lives and deepen our connection to Him.
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“For we labor diligently to write, to persuade our children, and also our brethren, to believe in Christ, and to be reconciled to God; for we know that it is by grace that we are saved, after all we can do.”—2 Nephi 25:23
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“People often use the excuse that their lives are uneventful and nobody would be interested in what they have done. But I promise you that if you will keep your journals and records, they will indeed be a source of great inspiration to your families, to your children, your grandchildren, and others, on through the generations.”—Spencer W. Kimball
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Living the Principle: Why Journaling Matters for Latter-day Saints
- Set aside dedicated time: Schedule a few minutes daily or weekly to reflect and record spiritual impressions, personal growth, and important experiences.
- Focus on spiritual insights: Write about moments when you felt the Spirit, saw God’s hand in your life, or gained a new understanding of gospel principles.
- Use your journal for prayerful reflection: Review past entries to see patterns of divine guidance and express gratitude for the Lord’s blessings.
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This Day in Church History
1885: President John Taylor, along with several other Church leaders, begins touring the Saints’ southern settlements. On this trip they explore sites in northern Mexico for possible settlements, leading to the establishment of several Mormon colonies.
1976: Because of the increasing numbers of missionaries, those called to foreign language missions begin reporting directly to the Language Training Mission in Provo, Utah instead of going to the Missionary Home in Salt Lake City.
How has keeping a journal helped you recognize God’s hand in your life?
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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.
