In some ways, the phrase ‘everything happens for a reason’ is merely a platitude. But there is an empowering truth in the statement.
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“Progress is not necessarily coming to really robust answers but actually developing more and more nuanced questions.”
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Let this short, but impactful, book fill your heart with Christ-centered joy.
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Even when a loved one steps away, true peace is possible. Studying these two points of doctrine is a helpful starting place.
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When Whitney hit the ground, she immediately felt stupid for making a mistake with the ropes. But then the Lord sent a different message to her heart.
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These four symbols helped me reframe my view of the endowment ceremony.
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The washing and anointing of the initiatory ordinance are symbolic of healing.
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Join the Magnify community’s study online or host your own book club with this downloadable study guide and fun fall recipe!
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Sariah felt hurt by a prophet’s counsel. How she responded is a model for us today.
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Sheri Dew recently shared two things that have helped her recognize answers to prayer more clearly.
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Even if you have questions, you can have a firm testimony if you know these five things.
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As with TOFW, Magnify events will help women strengthen each other in the restored truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ AND have fun while doing it!
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Think of these women in the scriptures as a girlfriend telling you her story.
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Sister Sharon Eubank recently shared an experience she had firsthand with President Russell M. Nelson that taught her about listening and trust.
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This principle can help anyone navigating the gap between where they are now and where they would like to be.
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In moments when grief seems to take away our ability to choose joy, what could be our first faithful step forward?
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Sharon Eubank, director of humanitarian services for the Church, shared on the Magnify podcast that the best thing we can do to serve others well is to learn to ask questions that don’t have predetermined answers.
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Sister Eubank shared a story that has completely changed my attitude about trying to do all the things, all the time.
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My gospel life is not a checklist to complete but a nourishing lifestyle designed to help me experience stillness so that I can come to know God.
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Bite-sized efforts to be spiritually nourished can add up to a fulfilling relationship with God.
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How we talk about the ordinances of the temple frames how we understand them. Here is one way we can speak more lovingly about the endowment.
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The idea that we should “keep” the commandments may be much more than just following directions or obeying God.
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I don’t have perfect answers to all my questions about prayer. But I’ve found a way to worry about them far less—and have far more meaningful prayers.
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Do you remember what crushes were like when you were younger? What if we approached our relationship with God with that same enthusiasm?
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Check out these helpful study tips and book recommendations to deepen personal learning about temple worship, our covenants, and the temple garment.
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Applying three ideas to our temple worship can expand our personal understanding of sacred things, bring us closer to Christ, and turn the temple into what author Melinda Brown calls, “our happiness project.”
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Author Taylor Ricks Mele hesitated at first, but she felt compelled to write about her experience moving forward from a divorce.
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A recent episode of the “Magnify” podcast inspired me with some easy ways to show up with more love in everyday circumstances.
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When we feel like we’re unable to find God’s light, there are three simple steps that can help us find hope, healing, and connection to Him again.
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Looking for conversation topics to help build relationships? These quotes and questions could lead to meaningful discussions around loving each other better.
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“When the Lord knows He can trust you, He both opens doors for you, and He helps you open doors.”
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The Magnify Book Club is about to start its important and well-timed discussion on learning how to better love others, and you will not want to miss out!
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The first witness of the resurrected Savior was Mary Magdalene, and she gives us a powerful example of what discipleship means.
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It would be hard to overstate the lasting impact the decision to attend the temple once a week has had on our marriage and on my life.
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As with TOFW, our reason for gathering is the same: to lift and strengthen each other in the restored truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ AND to have fun while doing it! With Magnify events, we’ll carry out this mission in ways that feel both familiar and new.
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Praising the Lord with fellow Christians, regardless of their religion, further confirms to me that we are not alone in our faith in Christ.
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Unknown to me, their love and support was exactly what I needed at that time in my life.
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“When I chose to let that light guide me, my darkness became navigable—even joyful at times.”
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Finding common ground with others can be easy when we start with a few simple questions and then genuinely listen to the answers.
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With Valentine’s Day coming up, we’ve chosen our favorite podcast episodes to help you find ideas to love others more deeply as the Savior would.
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For me, learning to love life didn’t come naturally and most days, life didn’t feel very fun.
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Just as Jesus teaches us with simplicity, we can see Him in the simple things of our everyday lives. As we come to acknowledge those things, our relationship with Him will grow. When we make time for Jesus, we will be able to recognize Him in our lives.
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Much like the moments before a live television broadcast, the success of an in-the-moment prayer largely depends on our preparation. If we've done our part, when we say, “Here we go,” the Holy Ghost can say, “Here I come.”
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Small and simple steps to help others can have far-reaching effects, and the intention behind the service is perhaps more important than the amount of time it takes.
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Not only can anyone pray, but we can pray anytime, anywhere, and about anything.
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We asked our "Magnify" podcast contributors which word was on their hearts and minds this season. While their words varied, there was a common theme.
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Lessons taken from nature and Sister Amy A. Wright's counsel can help us strengthen our discipleship, grow in spiritual light, and keep moving forward.
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Two simple invitations at Christmastime changed Shima Baughman's life. One helped her come to know Jesus, the other helped her learn to love as he would.
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Have you ever anticipated or hoped for a certain blessing, only to realize that God's gifts often come in unexpected packages?
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When we take the time to really get to know someone, our efforts to let them shine brighten our lives as well. We are closer to living consecrated lives when we recognize the beauty of the individual contributions made by each of our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.
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“What is required to regularly feel God’s heavenly hug?”
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