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Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026. See a list of What to Do for Mother’s Day—Simple, Meaningful Activities. “To Every Mother” is a non-denominational video message for Mother’s Day that was produced in association with several faith groups to remind people everywhere of the importance of families.  We pay tribute to all the mothers The post Happy Mother’s Day, May 10, 2026 first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

How to Complain to the Lord by Autumn Dickson In Numbers 11, we read about the Israelites getting sick of their miracle, namely the manna in the wilderness which The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Numbers 11–14; 20–24; 27 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

New features in the Gospel Library can help you find daily inspiration, better participate in meetings, and increase the effectiveness of your gospel study. The following new features are available now in iOS and in Android. If you don’t see these new features, manually update your app version by going to the App Store or The post New Gospel Library Features To Study More Effectively first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

For the nineteenth-century Latter-day Saints, music was not merely a leisure activity; it was a spiritual and social technology used to raise the spirits of a people in an arid, isolated, and challenging landscape. In a remarkable new recording project titled “Legends of Deseret: A Collection of Rescued Pioneer Music,” published by Tantara Records, BYU Trumpet professor Randy Lee brings a forgotten chapter of this musical heritage to vibrant life. As someone who has spent considerable time “geeking out” over the history of Latter-day Saint artistic culture, I found this album to be a fantastic project and historical resource. Lee has done the gritty archival work that historians dream of, uncovering original 19th-century manuscripts in the Daughters of Utah Pioneers (DUP) museum and the Church History Library and bringing them to life on the stage. The result is a sonic bridge that spans nearly 175 years. And I found the music itself to be genuinely enjoyable.   Rescuing the Masters: Thomas and Careless The project highlights the work of two English-born converts who served as the architectural anchors of early Utah music: Charles John “CJ” Thomas (1832–1919) and George Careless (1839–1932). Both men were classically trained in London before gathering

Informed Saints has published a video that debunks many of the lies about Brigham Young. The video features Dr. Daniel C. Peterson, scholar of Islamic and Latter-day Saint studies, professor at Brigham Young University, and executive producer of the Becoming Brigham documentary series. Watch the video “ Scholar DEBUNKS the Biggest Lies About Brigham Young:” The post Video: Scholar Debunks Lies About Brigham Young first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

One of the things the Covid-19 pandemic took from me was the chance to see the concerts and performances that my daughters would have had at the end of their freshman and senior years. One of the things I was given in their place was a chance to argue with vaccine skeptics online. Some of the people who rejected the Covid-19 vaccines were always vaccine denialists, while others slid from hesitancy to skepticism to outright rejection. They all tried to sound coolly rational about it, but surprisingly few of them actually said something like: “Sorry, not for me. The science is real and I’m grateful for the vaccines and other medical treatments, but I’m young and healthy, and the risks from Covid are low enough that I’ll sit this one out.” I could almost understand that perspective – no one likes needles, and I react badly enough to vaccinations that a full course of injections and boosters collectively laid me out about as long and as badly as my actual Covid infection. (After a few people my age or younger in my extended circle of family and friends died from Covid, I’ll keep taking my shots when recommended, thank you

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Numbers 11–14; 20–24; 27 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

The First Presidency has announced a special fifth Sunday discussion on May 31, 2026, about moral agency and how the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence support religious liberty. The Church has created a discussion guide, “Celebrating the Founding of the United States and the U.S. Constitution,” and a video, for this meeting. The guide, The post Church Provides Discussion Guide & Video for May 31st Fifth-Sunday Lesson on Religious Freedom first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

What is indexing? Digitizing names, dates, and places from historical documents so anyone can search and discover them online. How does it work? FanilySearch computers find names in old documents, and people like you help review them. By correcting small errors, you make it possible for others to discover their ancestors. How can I get The post A Beginner’s Guide to Indexing first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

Note: There were a couple articles in the latest issue of Dialogue that were labelled as “Research Articles” but were more in the personal essay genre, which is fine! Personal essays are great, but this list would be huge if I included all the major personal essays published every month, so I have to draw the line somewhere (I also exclude purely personal devotional pieces). Just a side note in case people think I’m picking and choosing what to include. I try to include every research article or academic book that is published per month (also not including reviews), and if I miss one let me know.  Park, Benjamin E. “The November 2015 Policy and the Long History of LDS Ecclesiastical Exclusion.” Dialogue A Journal of Mormon Thought 59, no. 1 (2026): 75-83. Chat-GPT created abstract.  Benjamin E. Park’s article argues that the LDS Church’s November 2015 policy—classifying members in same-sex marriages as apostates and restricting ordinances for their children—should be understood not as an isolated rupture, but as part of a longer institutional pattern of ecclesiastical exclusion. Park situates the policy in the immediate context of Obergefell v. Hodges and the legalization of same-sex marriage, but traces its deeper

The Spy Report That Cost 40 Years by Autumn Dickson The Israelites are wandering in the wilderness before they’re led to the promised land. They’re having experiences with God and learning difficult lessons. They’re being provided for even if it’s not everything they had in mind. They have had experiences of faith as well as The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Numbers 11–14; 20–24; 27 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

Over the past year I have read several parts of Rita Felski’s book, The Limits of Critique, a fascinating look at how the western world has constructed our form of critique. She argues, in part, that we assume that a critical distance is necessary from our subject, and that an adversarial and negative approach is necessary to being objective and finding truth. It’s similar to the frequent idea that in order to build something good you must tear down anything in the way. Felski suggests that this kind of approach is not the only one that works. I think this kind of approach sometimes enters into how we think about Church. We assume that we should complain or criticize when something doesn’t seem right to us. And we assume a kind of critical distance from what happens, thinking that we are somehow not involved in how it happens. But Church is not an academic or critical experience. We don’t gain anything from being distant from what happens at Church. Finding a better way to experience Church won’t come from telling the Bishop that this or that was wrong. What will help is being present and becoming involved. We need to

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides a wealth of information and support for mental health. Below is a summary of the resources available. Mental Health Website The Mental Health website contains the following sections: General Principles, Help for Me, Help for Parents and Families, Help for Someone Else: Leaders, Member The post May is Mental Health Month. See Church Resources to Improve Mental Health first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

The idea of ‘forgetting’ covers a lot of territory. Forgetting our keys is one thing, forgetting to pick up your child is another, and forgetting that you even have a child is still another.The first happens to everyone, the last is almost inconceivable, outside of some kind of dementia. So what exactly do we mean when we talk about ‘forgetting’ the Lord? We should probably consider both temporary forgetfulness (like forgetting your keys or your child) and more permanent forgetfulness. We all forget to do the little things that we should do—we forget to pray, or to think about others or go to the Temple. Notice that all these things are neither performative (others tend not to seethem) nor part of the general structures of our lives (unless we have intentionally put them there). We have to regularly decide to do them for ourselves, instead of because others will see us or because they are part of the structures of our lives. In contrast, a more permanent forgetting, unless due to dementia, is almost intentional. When we stop going to church its because something has interrupted our normal schedule or because we have chosen to stop going. We’re breaking an

In his April 2026 General Conference address, “A Peculiar Treasure,” Alan R. Walker teaches that becoming the Lord’s covenant people is not something passive—it is a deliberate process shaped by obedience, sacrifice, and devotion to God. But in a world that often values convenience and immediate results, disciples may wonder: Does faithful discipleship really require The post A Peculiar Treasure  appeared first on FAIR.

Repenting of Unintentional Sin by Autumn Dickson In my last post, we talked about Yom Kippur, the day of atonement. As a quick review in case you missed the last post, this day was a solemn event with an undercurrent of joy. The main ritual of the day included two identical male goats. One goat would The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 35–40; Leviticus 1; 4; 16; 19 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

As we celebrate this year the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, it is important to teach our children that freedom is a sacred gift from God and that protecting it is the work of every generation. I looked for, but couldn’t find, a good book that would teach my grandchildren about the The post Book: American Principles of Freedom: A Latter-day Saint Perspective first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

Although RootsTech 2026 has concluded, many of the sessions are now available on demand for free at RootsTech.org. Users can explore thousands of free online classes and create personalized watchlists of their interests to continue learning and discovering year-round. The RootsTech Online Expo Hall will be available until August 2026. RootsTech 2026, the world’s largest family history The post Watch the Best of RootsTech 2026 for Free Now On Demand first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

FamilySearch is proud to collaborate on America Gives—an initiative of America250. America Gives encourages individuals and organizations to increase their level of volunteering and impact in 2026. Every family has contributed to the American story in its own way. Join FamilySearch and America250 in discovering, remembering, and sharing the stories that connect us all. See The post Volunteer Through FamilySearch to Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

As the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continues its trajectory as a global faith, the specific experiences of its diverse subcultures become increasingly vital to our collective self-understanding. For decades, the history of Latino and Latina Saints in the United States has remained a relatively quiet corner of Mormon Studies, addressed in fragments by scholars like Jessie L. Embry (In His Own Language), the biographical work of Ignacio Garcia, and F. LaMond Tullis’s foundational histories of the Church in Mexico. In Mormon Barrio: Latino Belonging in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (New York University Press, 2026), Sujey Vega provides a significant contribution to this field that goes a long way towards filling this lacuna. I don’t hesitate to say that Mormon Barrio is one of the most significant publications in Mormon Studies in 2026. Mapping the Lacuna: History and Sociology Vega, an Associate Professor at Arizona State University, performs a dual task that is as ambitious as it is necessary. She works first as a historian, reconstructing the specific legacy of the Latino ward in Mesa, Arizona—a community with a rich, complex heritage that serves as a microcosm for the broader Latino experience in the American

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 35–40; Leviticus 1; 4; 16; 19 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

OpenAI just came out with their latest stepwise improvement, so I went ahead and cancelled my Gemini subscription and got a ChatGPT one (that’s not saying I’ll stay loyal, I’ll probably switch back at some point when Google pulls ahead). To give you a sense of where we’re at right now, a few days ago and a kid with no mathematics training literally ChatGPTed the answer in one prompt to an unsolved mathematics problem that resisted efforts of professional mathematicians for decades . The New ChatGPT has much better visual and coding capabilities, especially when combined with Codex, their Desktop app that allows the AI to iterate over its own commands and respond to its own output. So, with a few prompts I created. A 50-page graphic novel of the Book of Moroni. It had a harder time with the speech bubbles than Gemini so the dialogue is near the bottom of the frame, but it can create much more content with much more consistency than before. See it here. (And yes, ChatGPT has decided that Moroni had a man-bun). A game “like Oregon Trail,” but Mormon Trail. Play it here. I tried to get it to match the retro,

In my post earlier today, with poetry for the Come Follow Me readings, I discussed the tension in our relationships between assenting and agreeing with others and differentiating from others (which sometimes appears as rebellion). This tension is a part of all of our lives—every relationship we have is about how much we agree with and get along with the other person, and how much we are independent of them. This also shows up in Church. The tension between assent and difference often depends on how passive we are, or how much we participate. While it is certainly a social faux-pas to stand up and say you disagree during a sacrament meeting talk, it is welcome (or should be) in classes. And nothing can prevent you from mentally noting and examining what you think, even if you don’t say it. And, I would argue that you should do so! Thinking through what you understand, believe and know about a topic is important, and not just for your differentiation from others. Its part of the process of figuring out what you think and why. So, what are you thinking in reaction to what happens in Church? In these posts I am

Still Holding On To Guilt? by Autumn Dickson This week we’re learning about the sacrifices and rituals of the Israelites in the wilderness. They had a temple that would go with them as they travelled, and there was immense symbolism all throughout this temple. Much of this symbolism was meant to draw the attention of the The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 35–40; Leviticus 1; 4; 16; 19 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

The Interpreter Foundation and Redbrick Filmworks continues to release a new episode of their not-for-profit series of mini-documentaries titled Becoming Brigham each Monday. Over the past few weeks, they have released the following episodes: Episode 12: “Why did Joseph Smith put Nauvoo under martial law?“ The hosts return to Nauvoo to explore the tragic events The post “Becoming Brigham” Web Documentary Series, Episodes 12-14 first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

We are all rebels in some way or another, just like we are all sinners. Any sin is a kind of rebellion. As a result, we do things that are against the counsels of the Lord willingly and intentionally, often justifying it through the scriptures. And too often we dismiss statements like “Rebel Not Ye against the Lord” as counsel meant for those others who are sinning. So then what does it mean to rebel against the Lord? I suspect this idea of rebellion is often tied up with human development, and the natural course of relationships. As we develop as people, we naturally want to differentiate ourselves from our parents and care givers, and this development often appears as rebellion. Likewise, in relationships, we often at first try to assimilate, to be appealing to others, and as that relationship develops and we become more secure, we try to differentiate from others, asserting our independence. This differentiation doesn’t have to be rebellion, and it certainly doesn’t have to include sinning or offending the other — but we don’t always distinguish between differentiation and rebellion. Is this also true with our spiritual development? I’m not sure. While I’m sure that we

In his April 2026 General Conference address, “Tithing—Putting God First,” Jorge T. Becerra teaches that discipleship requires choosing God first, even when doing so feels uncertain or requires personal sacrifice. Yet for many, that raises a real question: Why would God ask for something like tithing, especially when resources already feel limited? I witness that The post Tithing—Putting God First  appeared first on FAIR.

A frequently repeated Book of Mormon prophecy is often called the Native apocalypse, or the prophecy that “At that day when the Gentiles shall sin against my gospel, and shall reject the fulness of my gospel, and shall be lifted up in the pride of their hearts above all nations, and above all the people of the whole earth, and shall be filled with all manner of lyings, and of deceits, and of mischiefs, and all manner of hypocrisy, and murders, and priestcrafts, and whoredoms, and of secret abominations… “But if [the Gentiles] will not turn unto me, and hearken unto my voice, I will suffer them, yea, I will suffer my people, O house of Israel, that they shall go through among them, and shall tread them down.” (3 Ne 16:10, 14) I did some posts on this topic, worried what the warning suggests how we treat those of Native ancestry including Central and South Americans, and here I want to talk about the prophecy in terms of what we moderns might call anti-colonialism. In short, it looks to me like the Book of Mormon is saying with these prophecies, among other things, that it’s a moral problem for

The Idols We Don’t Call Idols by Autumn Dickson The Israelites were delivered by incredible miracles. The plagues were immense in and of themselves, but the parting of the Red sea was next level. The Lord had freed the Israelites through marvelous power, just as He promised. A short time later, the people find themselves in The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 19–20; 24; 31–34 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 19–20; 24; 31–34 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Why God Let the Israelites Worship the Golden Calf by Autumn Dickson The infamous golden calf incident; that is one of the stories we read about this week. Moses is gone a long time speaking with the Lord. The people grow impatient and tell Aaron to build them a god. He took their earrings (the The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 19–20; 24; 31–34 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In his October 2025 General Conference address, “Encounter at the Empty Tomb,” Dieter F. Uchtdorf teaches that faith in Jesus Christ often begins not with perfect understanding, but with a willingness to move forward in devotion, even in moments of grief, confusion, or unanswered questions. Like the women who came to the Savior’s tomb early The post Encounter at the Empty Tomb appeared first on FAIR.

Parted Waters, Messy Leadership, and Miracles by Autumn Dickson The story of Moses freeing the Israelites through the power of God is an incredible parable for the atonement of Jesus Christ. It’s probably the most important lesson we can pull from that story. However, it’s not the only story we can learn from it. There are other The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 14–18 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

Have you seen the latest organizational chart from #GeneralConference?

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 14–18 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Delivered…But Pharaoh Came Again by Autumn Dickson I love the story of Moses and the Red Sea. There is a reason it was used as an example time and time again throughout the history of the scriptures. There is so much goodness. One of the parts of the story that used to stick out to The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 14–18 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In her October 2025 General Conference address, “Cheering Each Other On,” J. Anette Dennis teaches that the Savior intends His Church to be a place of belonging, where individuals are strengthened, supported, and encouraged as they strive to follow Him. Yet for some, church can feel like a place of quiet comparison rather than compassion. The post Cheering Each Other On appeared first on FAIR.

The first time I stood in front of the Gates of Paradise at the BYU Museum of Art, I didn’t move. I couldn’t speak. A month before, I had come…

Find Joy in the Wilderness by Autumn Dickson When I was studying the Doctrine and Covenants last year, my pattern revolved around learning about the people who were receiving the revelations and how they were feeling so that we could better relate to them and receive the same comfort in the revelations that they did. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 7–13 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 7–13 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Magicians, Satan, and Cheap Imitations by Autumn Dickson This week we get to read about some of the plagues that occurred in Egypt before Pharaoh finally released the Israelite slaves. It’s a classic Old Testament story that has been told time and time again. It teaches us about Jesus Christ delivering us from sin, and The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 7–13 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  In his October 2025 General Conference address, “Taking on the Name of Jesus Christ,” Dale G. Renlund teaches that discipleship is more than belief. It is the process of becoming more like the Savior as we take His name upon us. He illustrates this through the example of a surgeon who changed his behavior The post Taking on the Name of Jesus Christ appeared first on FAIR.

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A Passover Question For You by Autumn Dickson For my last post this week, we talked about some specifics of Passover in order to better reflect on our free status because of Christ. I really love the Passover. My sister does a Passover meal for Easter each year, and there are so many beautiful traditions The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Easter – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

Note: This is the second in a two-part series about solemn assemblies to sustain a President of the Church. The first part addressed current procedures and the principles of solemn assemblies and sustaining Church Presidents. Since October 1880 when John Taylor was first sustained as the President of the Church, a solemn assembly is held The post Procedural Developments in the Solemn Assembly appeared first on FAIR.

By David W. Smith Note: This is the first in a two-part series about solemn assemblies to sustain Presidents of the Church. Part 2 is here. With the passing of President Russell M. Nelson in September 2025, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will soon have the special privilege to participate The post The Solemn Assembly appeared first on FAIR.

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Easter – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Reclined. Redeemed. by Autumn Dickson This week we celebrate Easter, and with it, the ability of the Savior to redeem us. Because we are studying the Old Testament this year, I’d like to look at the predecessor to the holiday of Easter: Passover. There is a lot of symbolism that comes with the Passover; let’s The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Easter – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

A NOTE FROM FAIR Hello, friends — We owe you an apology — and an update. March came and went without a newsletter, and we don’t want you to miss a thing. So consider this our catch-up edition: two months of news, one big announcement, and a lot to be excited about. Easter weekend is The post FAIR APRIL 2026 NEWSLETTER – Easter, General Conference, FAIR Conference, and more! appeared first on FAIR.

  In his October 2025 General Conference address, “And Now I See,” Jeffrey R. Holland teaches that spiritual clarity often comes gradually as we continue forward in faith. He draws on the Savior’s healing of the blind man, where something as simple as clay made from dust and spittle became the means of a miracle. The post And Now I See appeared first on FAIR.

Seeing Through Anguish of Spirit by Autumn Dickson In our last post, we talked about how Moses turned to the Lord in despair. He had done what the Lord asked and told Pharaoh to free the Israelites. In response, Pharaoh gave them more work. Moses blamed himself and asked the Lord why He had been The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 1–6 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 1–6 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Did God Send Me Here to Fail? by Autumn Dickson Moses was a prophet who delivered the Israelites from bondage in Egypt. He was such a good prophet that the Jews held him up as a standard for a long time. He is still revered as a great prophet. And yet, despite his righteousness, his closeness The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Exodus 1–6 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In his October 2025 General Conference address, “The Atoning Love of Jesus Christ,” Neil L. Andersen testifies that the Savior’s Atonement is not only central to God’s plan, but personally powerful in every life. He teaches that both forgiveness and healing are found through Jesus Christ, no matter the depth of sin or suffering. The The post The Atoning Love of Jesus Christ appeared first on FAIR.

Judgment Day Isn’t What You Think by Autumn Dickson The story of Joseph teaches us so many things about Christ. There are poignant details that point us in the direction of Christ’s story. There are so many directions we could go. However, let’s talk about one principle. Joseph’s story can teach us about Judgment Day. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 42–50 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah.   The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 42–50 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

We Can’t Afford Grace by Autumn Dickson Last week, we talked about some of the symbolism behind Joseph’s story. He offered food that filled the bellies of the Egyptians and saved them. Christ offers salvation, and we should be actively paying attention to whether we’re bringing the bread home or internalizing it and letting it The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 42–50 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In his October 2025 General Conference address, “Lovest Thou Me?”, Elder Steven C. Barlow teaches that love for God is not only something we feel. It is something we demonstrate through our choices and priorities. He explains that love grows when it is both expressed and received. When love is freely given and sincerely received, The post Lovest Thou Me? appeared first on FAIR.

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More Than Food Storage; Famine and Atonement by Autumn Dickson The Old Testament is full of stories, and oftentimes, those stories come as a type of things to come. They teach us about life. They teach us about our relationship with God and our dependence on the Savior. Joseph’s life is no different. We can The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 37–41 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah.   The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 37–41 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

When Doing What’s Right Brings Pain by Autumn Dickson It is no question that Joseph went through some tough stuff despite trying to do what’s right. Being betrayed by your brothers and sold into slavery, thrown into prison, being forgotten after helping someone. None of these things should be skimmed over or treated lightly. Those The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 37–41 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

 In his October 2025 General Conference address, “Humble Souls at Altars Kneel,” Jeremy R. Jaggi teaches that sacred altars, whether the sacrament table, temple altars, or the quiet places of personal prayer, represent moments when we bind ourselves to Jesus Christ through covenant devotion. He explains that these sacred acts are not symbolic gestures alone. The post Humble Souls at Altars Kneel appeared first on FAIR.

You Haven’t Ruined Your Life by Autumn Dickson My first message of this week was about Rebekah and Jacob tricking Isaac into giving Esau’s blessing to Jacob. Rebekah had received a revelation that the older would serve the younger, and she took matters into her own hands to make that happen. It worked, and Jacob The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 24–33 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  Jennifer Roach Lees holds a Master in Divinity as well as a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is a licensed mental health therapist and lives in Utah.   The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 24–33 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Feeling Alone? Trust Him. by Autumn Dickson The Old Testament is full of imperfect people. There is strife and difficulty. Families struggle together. We see people who are trying to follow God, sometimes in desperation, and they make mistakes along the way. We see a whole spectrum of human emotion. It makes me wonder how much The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 24–33 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

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This Easter season, join us in finding new ways to celebrate Jesus Christ’s love. Take time to remember that the Savior’s atoning sacrifice and Resurrection made it possible for us to repent and be forgiven of our sins and someday rise again to live with God and our loved ones.

In his October 2025 General Conference address, “That All May Be Edified,” Chad H. Webb teaches that gospel teaching and learning are meant to do more than convey information. When centered on Jesus Christ and guided by the Holy Ghost, they are meant to shape discipleship over a lifetime. Brother Webb emphasizes that meaningful spiritual The post That All May Be Edified appeared first on FAIR.

The Subtle Destruction of Looking Back by Autumn Dickson The story of Lot’s wife is an intense one. Sodom and Gomorrah was a wicked city, and God commanded Lot to flee with his family and not look back. They are told to leave immediately or be swept away in the destruction. Lot goes and tells The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 18–23 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

“The Nephites Live after the Manner of Happiness” Easy ≠ Happy Between leaving his home, journeying across the sea, and dealing with his murderous brothers, Nephi did not have an easy life. And yet, in 2 Nephi 5:27, this is how he described himself and his people: “And it came to pass that we lived The post What Does It Mean to “Live after the Manner of Happiness”? appeared first on FAIR.

Why Should I Watch General Conference? We live in the time of the ongoing Restoration, a time when the heavens are open and God wants to continue to speak to us. And He does! He teaches us both through personal revelation and through His appointed servants at general conference. Twice a year, we have the The post Why Should I Watch General Conference? appeared first on FAIR.

The House of the Lord The temple is the holy house of the Lord. Therefore, President Russell M Nelson and the other leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have encouraged us to attend more regularly. President Nelson promised, “If you don’t yet love to attend the temple, go more often—not less. The post How Can I Prepare to Enter the Temple? appeared first on FAIR.

The two great commandments are to love God and love our neighbor. But because God’s children have a wide diversity of opinions and personalities, the second commandment can be difficult to keep. Contention has always plagued the human family, and it seems to only grow louder with the rise of social media. Respectful communication may The post How Can I Love People I Disagree With? appeared first on FAIR.

Jennifer and guest Sarah Allen discuss the topic of polygamy.   Sarah Allen was a Senior Researcher with FAIR, a former member of Scripture Central’s research team, and the 2022 recipient of the John Taylor: Defender of the Faith Award. An avid reader, she loved studying the Gospel and the history of the restored Church. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 18–23 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

On Behalf of Ten by Autumn Dickson The Old Testament is chock full of stories. One of the stories this week is about Sodom and Gomorrah. They were an incredibly wicked city, and the Lord destroyed them. Before the Lord does so, He talks to Abraham about it. Abraham has a whole conversation with the The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 18–23 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

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The curriculum for gospel study this year is the Doctrine and Covenants. It is impossible to study the Doctrine and Covenants without studying church history. That can be problematic for some people who take issue with some things that happened in the past. If history is studied correctly, it can be a great learning tool.

When my family adopted a Siberian husky, a daily walk became part of my life. While the weather was warm, I enjoyed our jaunts in the park. But when the temperatures plummeted and the snow piled deep, I faced the walks with dread and usually returned home shivering. I was not equipped for lengthy outdoor

There are definitely some benefits to old age: Spending effort where it really matters, enjoying time with your grandkids, seeing your children overcome challenges and become the great people you hoped they would be. There are many other benefits I will tell you about in a minute.   Sometimes though, you have to watch amazing

It has been a tough year. My opinion is that it’s been more difficult not being able to attend church regularly than I ever expected!   I thought I would love not having to get ready for church meetings. I admit that holding sacrament meeting at home has been interesting. I enjoy holding the priesthood

I was recently reminded of this miracle where I heard and felt the Holy Ghost’s whisperings that I recorded in a journal entry.  During the pandemic, I’ve especially continued to look for the hand of God in my life.  This experience I recorded captures some of the angst, stress, and fear I felt during that

It’s finally 2021! For many weeks people have been saying that they were looking forward to saying good riddance to 2020. And in a lot of ways, they have a point. But I think 2020 brought us a lot of gifts along with the challenges, and I’d like to discuss that.   Pandemic   At

My Fear Bucket List For various reasons, I knew some fears festered in my psyche so I created a Fear Bucket List and set out to conquer my fears. I jumped off cliffs, swam with sharks, tried scary-looking foods, did a hike I didn’t think I could do, kept my nerve as I fought through

Can we really sing glory to God in the middle of a pandemic?   Discussing the birth of the Savior Jesus Christ and acknowledging appreciatively His life and mission among mankind seems natural this time of year, of course. But the carols we sing to the King last much longer than the month of December

“Now when Jesus was risen early the first day of the week, . . . he appeared unto the eleven as they sat at meat, and upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not them which had seen after he was risen” (Mark 16:9-14.)   “Thomas, one of the twelve,

I grew up in many towns in the Midwest and back East. They were all different, but they had one thing in common. I was the only one in my grade at school who was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. So I was the only one with my set