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At first glance, the principle of charity seems to be neatly wrapped up in ideas that denote gentleness, warm compassion, and peace. All of these words are a part of charity. However, I believe charity is also meant to be bold and fearless. When I think of the love of Jesus Christ, which is often used as the ultimate definition …

This is not meant to be a comfortable conversation. So, if you’re not in a place to face some potentially harsh truths, click away now. It’s totally okay. However, you should also know we’re not here to shame you or make you feel so discouraged you’re unable to act. We’re here to do the complete opposite! Ministering is all about …

Latter-day Saints believe in the principle of fasting. When we fast, we abstain from food and water for a set period of time (generally 24 hours on the first Sunday of each month), to sacrifice our physical needs to place spiritual needs first. Fasting, for many, can be difficult. Due to medical reasons, it is impossible to completely fast for …

There was no singular experience that made me realize the staggering depth of my own shame. Rather, the realization dawned after numerous culminating moments over many years. I always knew self-worth was a struggle I’d face; I grew up in abusive circumstances and I had a great awareness of how sensitive it made me. Yet, I was somehow unaware of …

In Matthew 19, a rich young man approaches Christ with an important question. It is one we all have likely asked at some point in our lives. He asks, “What good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?” Christ exhorts him to keep the commandments, specifically mentioning some of the Ten Commandments. However, this rich young man …

The parable of the Good Samaritan is a touching reminder to love without limits. All become our neighbors when we become disciples of Jesus Christ. However, in our human frailties, learning to embody charity can seem overwhelming or difficult.   Luckily, one particular phrase from the parable gives us a good place to start. In the parable, both the priest …

General Conference for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a time to receive revelation and learn how to refocus our lives on the Savior. However, after two entire days and many hours, discovering specific ways to act in order to experience growth can be difficult. While the gospel isn’t certainly a checklist of to-do items, …

Have you ever felt like your entire life was on fire? We’re not talking about a cozy fireplace with roasting marshmallows or a grease fire shooting out of an oily pan. It’s a wildfire, angry and violent and spreading, billowing out at a breakneck pace to consume everything in its path. It’s utter devastation. I’ve been there and it hurts. …

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus Christ tells his followers that they “are the salt of the earth,” but if the salt loses its flavor, “it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out.” As much as we love our sodium intake today, the symbolism of salt has deep meaning in the ancient Jewish culture and would …

As Christ called his disciples to follow him, the scriptures say they “forsook all, and followed him” (Luke 5:11). Christ also gave the following admonition that “whosoever he be of you that forsaketh not all that he hath, he cannot be my disciple” (Luke 14:33). Today, we have the same opportunity. Though we do not forsake fishing nets and walk …