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The Eternal Significance of Seven by Autumn Dickson There are many patterns in the Old Testament. The story of Naaman, the Syrian, falls right in line with one The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 2 Kings 2–7 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

Download a free copy of the booklet Learning Through Life’s Trials. The booklet reviews the nature, origins, and purposes of adversity and includes suggestions on how to patiently trust in God and His eternal plan and how to use these trials to learn and grow stronger. Challenges and trials can be valuable opportunities for personal The post Free Copy of “Learning Through Life’s Trials” first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

We often visualize the 19th-century Latter-day Saint missionary as a solitary hero braving the world to preach the gospel, but we rarely consider the staggering domestic cost exacted from the wives they left behind. While early Church leaders framed this separation as a holy sacrifice, the lived reality for pioneer women was one of crushing physical labor, the terror of childhood illness, and, sometimes, profound social isolation. A fascinating new interview over at the Latter-day Saint history blog, From the Desk, features historians Jennifer Lund and Elizabeth Oberdick Anderson, who discuss the remarkably rare and unfiltered letters of Sarah “Sanie” Peterson Lund to her missionary husband (and future First Presidency counselor), Anthon H. Lund. The interview strips away the romanticized myths of cheerful pioneer sacrifice, revealing a woman who hated having to be “man and woman both” and whose “saucy” pen underlines the reasons for the later shift in the Church toward calling young, unmarried missionaries. What Was It Like to Be a Missionary’s Wife in Pioneer Utah? The Myth of the Cheerful Sacrifice In the 1850s and beyond, millennial fervor drove Church leaders to call astounding numbers of married men on extended missions. The cultural expectation was that wives

The great military strategist Sun Tzu once said, “If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles.” In the battle against pornography, knowing your triggers and the triggers around you is critical to victory. Therapists often use the acronym “HALT” to describe triggering states that can The post How to Identify and Redirect Triggers to Pornography first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

Latter-day Saint cosmology is radically unique in that its end-state is neither eternal stasis and rest in the presence of divinity, a cyclical series of rebirths, nor loss of individuality and absorption into the cosmic consciousness. Our individuality is preserved and we continue expanding. Our experiences in life are not an infinitesimally small flash that leads to an eternity of stasis, but neither does it repeat in a loop; rather the experiences expand spiral upward and outward ad infinitum “from eternity to eternity” My favorite Latter-day Saint cosmology quote is from non-member (but Book of Mormon fan) Freeman Dyson:  No matter how far we go into the future, there will always be new things happening, new information coming in, new worlds to explore, a constantly expanding domain of life, consciousness, and memory. This quote was a response to the spectre of heat death, the existential concrete wall at the end of the universe that Isaac Asimov was responding to in his classic science fiction short story “The Last Question,” (Asimov’s favorite story of his). [Spoiler Alert] A series of civilizations try to fight against the inevitable heat death of the universe prophesied by the second law of thermodynamics. They continually

As part of the Salt Lake Temple Celebration Toolkit, the Church has shared a list of events and key milestones. The timeline below highlights significant events and experiences connected to the Salt Lake Temple Celebration. April 13, 2026 Temple Square Visitors’ Center. This new Visitors’ Center in Salt Lake City invites guests to explore why temples The post Salt Lake Temple Celebration Calendar of Events and Key Milestones first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

  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 – 2 Kings 2–7 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Nathan Richardson has written a series of articles about the updated edition of For the Strength of Youth: A Guide for Making Choices. In these articles, he explains why the guide is important and how it is different from previous editions. Read part 1 of his article “FSY Guide Part 1: Why This Series Is Needed.” The post Videos: Understanding the For the Strength of Youth Guide first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

The Museum of Utah. Utah State Capitol Complex, Salt Lake City, UT. Opened June 27, 2026. Permanent and rotating exhibitions. Free admission. Reviewed by Chad L. Nielsen For over a century, the material culture of Utah’s complex and often fractured past has lacked a singular, state-level home capable of matching the scale of its history. While local historical societies, church-run museums, and specialized collections have preserved and presented pieces of the puzzle, the vast majority of the state’s historical artifacts remained obscured in basement storage vaults. The grand opening of the Museum of Utah in the summer of 2026, situated prominently on the plaza of the Utah State Capitol complex, represents the state’s first comprehensive attempt to curate its shared memory under a single, state-sponsored roof. The physical structure itself prepares the visitor for this encounter; upon entering the lobby, one is greeted by an aesthetically stunning, massive stained-glass skylight depicting the sweeping vistas of the Utah landscape. The building is aesthetically pleasing in general, matching the Capital complex in its grand design choices. The Four Pillars of Utah The museum’s permanent galleries are organized into a clean, thematic blueprint divided into four primary exhibit halls: “Becoming Utah” (history), “Connecting

Have you ever compared two different Church meetings? Maybe Sunday School lessons in two different wards on the same day? I did yesterday, and the two Sunday School lessons were very different. But I learned something in each case. One lesson was much more to my preference—discussion based, less dogmatic, exploring. The other was more formal, with traditional approaches and conclusions and not much insight. But even though I didn’t care for the teaching style, I had an insight part-way through the lesson that changed how I see a frequently cited scripture in the lesson. How? I participated. I reacted to the teacher, the topic and the lesson. I spoke up. And I thought about the implications of what was said and what I said. That participation made all the difference. When we are engaged in reacting and thinking about what happens at church, our brains find ideas that might not have been said. In this way we can be inspired and gain better understanding, even if the meeting is saying things that aren’t correct. So, how do you participate in Church? Are you engaged in what happens? In these posts I am trying to suggest that each of us

Faith to Ask; Faith to Accept by Autumn Dickson One of our people from this week’s readings is Elisha. He is the prophet who was called after Elijah. We don’t get many of his words or sermons, but we do get to read about many miracles. One of those miracles includes a Shunammite woman who took The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 2 Kings 2–7 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

We talk a lot about faith in our classes and sermons. It’s not hard to see why—faith is at once one of the crucial elements of our spiritual lives and one of the most difficult elements to practice. Add to that it’s tendency to conflict with “common sense” (which is in reality simply our understanding of how the world works), and we need to regularly examine what it means, how it operates and why it’s difficult to practice. In a sense, poetry, with its emphasis on imagery and metaphor, may be a better form for explaining and exploring faith, since understanding when and how to have faith in God is often subjective and depends on recognizing what God would have us do in the circumstances we face. Often trust in God means relying on the idea that He will support us somehow that we don’t know and sometime that isn’t clear. But this trust is necessary for our spiritual development and for accomplishing what is beyond our abilities. Having faith is not trivial.   I can stay true to the Lord when my faith is challenged. If we have always talked about the importance of faith, the idea that there

Freedom depends on responsible citizens. Learn practical ways Latter-day Saints can help preserve liberty, strengthen communities, and defend moral agency. This article is one in a series about principles of freedom and religious liberty. It is based on principles from the book American Principles of Freedom: A Latter-day Saint Perspective, which celebrates the 250th anniversary The post How Everyday Citizens Help Preserve Freedom first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

In his April 2026 General Conference address, “I Will Give Away All My Sins to Know Thee,” Elder Wan-Liang Wu teaches that coming to know God is not merely a matter of belief—it requires faith in Jesus Christ, repentance, and a willingness to change. Through Christ, we can come to know our Heavenly Father and The post Giving Away Our Sins to Know God appeared first on FAIR.

Could this be a real photograph of Joseph Smith?

As Latter-day Saints celebrate Independence Day, there are several meaningful ways to honor both their faith and their love for country. Here are some ideas: Reflect on Freedom: Take a moment to ponder the blessings of freedom and the principles that underpin it. Consider reading inspiring quotes or scriptures related to liberty and agency. Attend Patriotic The post Happy 250th Anniversary of The United States of America first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

Scraping the Bottom of the Barrel by Autumn Dickson Do you ever feel like you’re desperately scraping at an empty barrel? Maybe it’s with physical resources to take care of your family, or maybe you feel emotionally or spiritually drained. Well this week holds a story that can give us the key to finding peace with The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

Learn the key events, principles, and documents of the founding of the United States of America and why they matter to Latter-day Saints today. This article is one in a series about principles of freedom and religious liberty. It is based on principles from the book American Principles of Freedom: A Latter-day Saint Perspective, which The post What Every Latter-day Saint Should Know About the Founding of America first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

We often celebrate the First Amendment as the ultimate shield for religious minorities, assuming that the Founding Fathers’ “godless” Constitution created a neutral public square where all faiths could freely flourish. However, the lived experience of the early Latter-day Saints tells a drastically different story, revealing that the disestablishment of religion actually cleared the way for a powerful, unofficial Protestant establishment to dictate American law and culture. A fascinating new interview over at the Latter-day Saint history blog, From the Desk, features historian Matthew Avery Sutton, author of Chosen Land, who explores how the rise of the Restored Church posed one of the greatest threats to this 19th-century Protestant dominance. Sutton unpacks how the Saints’ communal ambitions, alternative family structures, and claims to new revelation tested the limits of the First Amendment, demonstrating that in early America, religious freedom was conditional for those who challenged the mainstream. How Did the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Challenge the Protestant Establishment? The “Feeding Frenzy” Sutton introduces a compelling paradox: the First Amendment inadvertently made American Protestantism stronger. By refusing to establish a state church, the Founders forced denominations to compete for followers. The amendment then inspired a feeding frenzy among

In a notice to ward and stake leaders, the Church has encouraged leaders to plan musical experiences to bring youth together in worship and celebration of their faith. The notice explains that “youth benefit from feeling a sense of belonging and exercising faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Music is a powerful tool to The post Youth Music Experiences for 2026 first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

A common perception is that 1) Hardly anybody used to leave the Church, and 2) Now lots of people leave the Church. There are still people who see themselves as unique in having a family member who has left, when now I think that’s more the rule than the exception.  First off, as I have pointed out before, more people are indeed leaving the Church now than in the past. (Incidentally, people are really interested in that fact; that post is by far one of my most-read).  That being said, I think we have an exaggerated sense of how much things are different nowadas. If you were raised, LDS, umpteenth generation yadda yadda, then by definition you are the end result of an unbroken line of people staying in the Church, so all things being equal you’re going to experience a regression to the mean, where you had a 100% retention in your line, but every additional generation has a lower-than-100% chance of staying, thus making it seem like there’s some grand line of Church faithfulness being broken every time somebody leaves the Church. (I somewhat fallaciously point this dynamic out whenever my wife gets worried about a sick kid–but

Learn how the American founding and constitutional freedoms helped prepare the way for the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. This article is one in a series about principles of freedom and religious liberty. It is based on principles from the book American Principles of Freedom: A Latter-day Saint Perspective, which celebrates the 250th The post How the American Founding Prepared the Way for the Restoration first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

Oman, Nathan B. “All Other Religious Sects Shall Have Free Toleration”: Recovering the Early Mormon Conception of Religious Freedom.” Forthcoming, Journal of Mormon History.  No abstract provided, ChatGPT-created abstract.  This article recovers an early Latter-day Saint conception of religious freedom by examining Nauvoo’s 1841 “Ordinance in Relation to Religious Societies,” which promised “free toleration” and “equal privileges” to Catholics, Protestants, Latter-day Saints, “Mohammedans,” and all other religious sects. Rather than treating the ordinance as a simple precursor to modern liberal religious freedom, the article situates it within the Saints’ experiences of persecution in Missouri and the broader legal culture of antebellum America. It argues that early Mormon religious freedom was not primarily centered on individual rights asserted against the state, but on the “quiet enjoyment” of religion within a well-ordered community. Under this framework, threats to religious liberty could come from private actors as well as government, and the law could legitimately suppress disruptive religious speech or conduct in order to preserve peaceful pluralism. The Nauvoo ordinance therefore embodied a communitarian and regulatory model of religious freedom, relying on criminal law and executive enforcement rather than courts and constitutional litigation. Recovering this model complicates contemporary uses of Nauvoo as evidence

  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 – 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Every family has contributed to the American story in its own way. As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary with #America250, FamilySearch offers free tools and activities to help you explore and preserve your American heritage. New Opportunities to Participate FamilySearch has published a dedicated America250 page that highlights opportunities, participation ideas, and resources to The post Discover Your Family’s Place in American History With FamilySearch Tools first appeared on LDS365: Resources from the Church & Latter-day Saints worldwide.

The Deadly Lie of the Old Prophet by Autumn Dickson There are major themes throughout the stories we read in the Old Testament. Some of the more negative themes are idolatry, fear over losing power, disobedience, and corrupting influences. The Old Testament does not shy away from showing the fallibility of humankind. There is great The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

Often today we are urged to simplify things. We boil down our tasks or our conceptions to the essential, to the “elevator pitch” —something that can be explained in a few words. There’s almost an industry teaching us how to make our businesses simpler, our tasks simpler, our lives simpler. But what do we loose when we simplify? And when we simplify things, are we simplifying the right things? It’s clear that simplifying means that something is lost, and we assume that what is lost isn’t worth much. But rarely does anyone go far enough to examine our assumptions and values about what should be preserved when we simplify. If we take the sentence “The brown fox ran across the wet fields to the grey barn” and remove all the colors, how do we know we haven’t left out something vital? Are we assuming that colors aren’t important? What if we are doing a color check on a photo of a painting? Does that change our assumptions? We always and unconsciously make decisions like this. Our brains have preconceptions about what is important—preconceptions that are not always correct. And we bring these preconceptions with us everywhere —— including to Church.

One difference between LDS practice and almost all other religions is our belief that the leader of our Church is a prophet. While the leaders of other sects may function similarly to how the LDS Church does in terms of leadership, they don’t use the term prophet and adopt the meaning that term carries with it. If the function of a prophet is to communicate God’s word to humans, then having a prophet seems both crucial, and at the same time a daring statement. What does this statement mean? What are we saying when we claim to have a prophet? And what functions do prophets provide? While the answers to these questions are varied and complicated when we dive into the details, the sections of this lesson do address elements of the role of a prophet.   God can work miracles in my life. Prophets are often involved in miracles. This is not because their presence is somehow required, or that their abilities are unique—anyone can be involved in a miracle. But the respect and confidence that we have for our prophets often means that we call on them when conditions call for a miracle. In addition, the function of

In his April 2026 General Conference address, “Eternal Marriage Is an Eternal Journey,” Neil L. Andersen teaches that eternal marriage is not simply a sacred moment at the altar; it is a lifelong and eternal process of becoming more like Jesus Christ. While the wedding day is filled with hope and promise, the reality of The post Eternal Marriage Is an Eternal Journey  appeared first on FAIR.

Solomon’s Sword and Crazy Plans by Autumn Dickson This week, we get to learn a bit about Solomon’s reign. Solomon was known for his wisdom, a spiritual gift that was the direct result of a request he made as he was ascending the throne. The story of the two women and the baby is well-known and The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 2 Samuel 11–12; 1 Kings 3; 6–9; 11 – 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 – 2 Samuel 11–12; 1 Kings 3; 6–9; 11 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

What Would You “Wish” For? by Autumn Dickson Solomon, David’s son, has become king. Very early on in his reign, Solomon has a dream in which the Lord appears to him. 1 Kings 3:5 In Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I shall give thee. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 2 Samuel 11–12; 1 Kings 3; 6–9; 11 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In his April 2026 General Conference address,“’Tis Eastertide: No One Walks Alone,” Gerrit W. Gong teaches that the resurrected Savior does not leave us to walk life’s roads alone—even when we may not recognize His presence. Drawing on the disciples’ journey to Emmaus, he invites us to see our own lives in that sacred pattern. The post No One Walks Alone  appeared first on FAIR.

David Fought Goliath Without Armor by Autumn Dickson In 1 Samuel 17, we read about one of the most famous stories in the Old Testament: David and Goliath. It’s an incredible story of faith that can teach us a lot about following Christ. The fact that David saved the Israelites was a big deal, but how he The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 1 Samuel 17–18; 24–26; 2 Samuel 5–7 – 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 – 1 Samuel 17–18; 24–26; 2 Samuel 5–7 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Correction Without Condemnation by Autumn Dickson David is one of our center characters this week as he rises to the throne and protects Israel. There are a lot famous stories this week, including the famous story of David and Goliath. However, I want to talk about a lesser studied portion of the Old Testament. It’s The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 1 Samuel 17–18; 24–26; 2 Samuel 5–7 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In her April 2026 General Conference address, “Here Am I, Send Me,” Susan H. Porter teaches that discipleship begins with a simple but powerful choice: to offer ourselves to God and be willing to act. From the premortal world, where Jesus Christ said, “Here am I, send me,” to our daily lives now, that same The post Here Am I, Send Me appeared first on FAIR.

God Gives Us What We Ask For by Autumn Dickson In the last post, we talked a bit about how the people implored Samuel for a monarchy. They were insistent, and Samuel saw their folly. He tried warning them; he understood what they were really asking for even if they didn’t. Here is a modern rendition The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 1 Samuel 8–10; 13; 15–16 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

by Jared Riddick In May 2026, FAIR published two new volumes, the first of which was A New Translation of Isaiah: Based on Ancient Scrolls and Texts, edited and translated by Donald W. Parry, an established and well-published Isaiah scholar and professor of the Hebrew Bible and the Dead Sea Scrolls at Brigham Young University.  The post A New Translation of Isaiah: Q&A with Scholar Donald W. Parry 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 – 1 Samuel 8–10; 13; 15–16 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

What King Will You Follow? by Autumn Dickson At the beginning of chapter 8, we find Samuel getting older. He made his sons judges, and they were corrupt. The people went to Samuel and asked for a king. Samuel didn’t like that much, and he turned to the Lord. Here is the Lord’s response. 1 Samuel The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – 1 Samuel 8–10; 13; 15–16 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  In his April 2026 General Conference address, “Love All; Love Each,” Gérald Caussé teaches that the Savior’s love is both infinite in reach and deeply personal in application. At times, it may feel easier to think of God’s love in broad terms—extended to all humanity. But the gospel invites a more searching question: Do The post Love All; Love Each appeared first on FAIR.

Trusting the Lord With Your Child by Autumn Dickson The story of Hannah is almost too much for me. Hannah struggled with infertility. She went to the tabernacle and prayed her heart out. She told the Lord that she would dedicate her son to Him. Her prayer was so intense that Eli, the priest, thought she The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Ruth; 1 Samuel 1–7 – 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 – Ruth; 1 Samuel 1–7 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Ruth Had Nothing to Offer by Autumn Dickson Ruth was a woman in an extremely vulnerable position, and she placed herself in an even more vulnerable position with Boaz. Let’s talk about it, and let’s talk about how it relates to us. Ruth was a Moabite who followed her mother-in-law to Bethlehem. She was not originally The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Ruth; 1 Samuel 1–7 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In his April 2026 General Conference address, “Lost Luggage, Redeemed Souls,” Gary E. Stevenson uses the imagery of lost luggage to teach a powerful truth: while items may be misplaced or forgotten, souls are never lost to God. Each person carries a divine identity and eternal worth, even if they feel distant, forgotten, or off The post Lost Luggage, Redeemed Souls appeared first on FAIR.

God’s Mercy With Gideon’s Doubt by Autumn Dickson The book of Judges records a time period in which Israel had no centralized prophet. There was apostasy and partial restorations as the Israelites would sway into worshipping like the Canaanites did. The Lord sometimes sent judges to help Israel against their enemies. These judges were charismatic, military The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

A Conversation with Brant A. Gardner on Book of Mormon Authenticity by Jared Riddick This month has seen the release of two exciting new titles from FAIR Books, our small but growing publishing arm. The Record and the Reading: Explorations in Book of Mormon Authenticity by Brant A. Gardner, is an edited and selected compilation The post Beyond the Sandy Foundation 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 – Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

What Does it Mean to be a Prophetess? by Autumn Dickson In a day and age where many are curious as to why women can’t hold specific positions in the church or be ordained to priesthood offices, reading about Deborah the prophetess can be confusing. Here is a verse that describes her as a prophetess. Judges The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

  In his April 2026 General Conference address, “He Is Risen,” Ronald A. Rasband teaches that the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is not a peripheral belief—it is the very foundation of our faith and the source of our greatest hope. In a world where many view the Resurrection as symbolic or distant, an important question The post He Is Risen appeared first on FAIR.

Rahab: From Prostitute to Type of Christ by Autumn Dickson How could I not take some time to speak about Rahab? She was incredible. Here is our introduction to Rahab. Joshua 2:1 And Joshua the son of Nun sent out of Shittim two men to spy secretly, saying, Go view the land, even Jericho. And they The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Joshua 1–8; 23–24 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

“For a Wise Purpose in Him” The 2026 Small Plates of Nephi Conference In Honor of President Jeffrey R. Holland May 29-30, 2026 BYU campus in Provo, Utah The conference is open to the public. The conference will not be live-streamed, but will be recorded and the videos made available on this website. Sponsored by The post 2026 Small Plates of Nephi Conference 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 – Joshua 1–8; 23–24 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Why They Marched Around Jericho 7 Times by Autumn Dickson The Fall of Jericho is epic for many reasons. There are a lot of details that we could talk about that would teach us about the Savior, but let’s just cover a few. Jericho was a large city that was meant for the Israelites. The Lord The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Joshua 1–8; 23–24 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In his April 2026 General Conference address, “Come Home,” Clark G. Gilbert teaches that no matter how far we may feel from God, the Savior is actively and personally inviting us to return. But that invitation raises an important question: If Christ is calling us back, what is our role in actually coming home? To The post Come Home appeared first on FAIR.

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The Promised Land You Can’t Enter Yet by Autumn Dickson In the chapters this week, Moses is led to the top of a mountain where he is shown the promised land. Deuteronomy 34: 1, 4 1 And Moses went up from the plains of Moab unto the mountain of Nebo, to the top of Pisgah, that The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Deuteronomy 6–8; 15; 18; 29–30; 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 – Deuteronomy 6–8; 15; 18; 29–30; 34 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

Why Moses Never Entered the Promised Land by Autumn Dickson Moses was not allowed to go into the promised land with the rest of the Israelites. He wandered in the desert with them for 40 years, saw the promised land from a mountaintop, and returned to God before he could step foot into that land. Deuteronomy The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Deuteronomy 6–8; 15; 18; 29–30; 34 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

In his April 2026 General Conference address, “Alive in Christ,” Dallin H. Oaks teaches that belief in the literal Resurrection of Jesus Christ changes not only what we believe about the future, but how we live, love, and relate to others today. Yet in a world often marked by hostility and division, some may wonder: The post Alive in Christ appeared first on FAIR.

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 fed them. They remembered all the good food they used to eat in Egypt, and they were mad about eating the same thing for every meal. Numbers The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Numbers 11–14; 20–24; 27 – 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 – Numbers 11–14; 20–24; 27 – Jennifer Roach Lees appeared first on FAIR.

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.

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.

  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.

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.

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.

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.

Have you seen the latest organizational chart from #GeneralConference?

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…

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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.

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