by Larry Richman | Dec 6, 2017
“Judge not, that ye be not judged.” MATTHEW 7:1 No one but Jesus lived a sinless life. We should be compassionate when dealing with others’ mistakes if we hope that other people will be compassionate when we are less than perfect. Do you owe anyone an apology? Resolve...
by Larry Richman | Dec 5, 2017
What better Christmas present than giving something from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? As you consider Christmas gifts this year, think about some of these items available at Church distribution centers or online at store.lds.org. The Life of Jesus...
by Larry Richman | Dec 5, 2017
“Honour thy father and mother.” MATTHEW 15:4 You don’t have to wait until Mother’s Day or Father’s Day to tell your parents you love them. You can also show your appreciation by serving them and living the life they taught you to live. When was that last time you...
by Larry Richman | Dec 4, 2017
LDS singer Monica Moore Smith created the video “You Are a Role Model” in support of the LDS Christmas celebration Light the World. As a performer, Monica is contacted by tweens, teens, and college students every day and she wanted to create something to...
by Larry Richman | Dec 4, 2017
“Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” MATTHEW 22:39 Jesus told us to love our neighbors. Whether our “neighbor” lives next door or in another country, you can show your Christlike love for them by serving them. How well do you know your next door neighbor? Take...
by Larry Richman | Dec 3, 2017
BYU choirs came together to create this music video “Wishes and Candles” in support of the LDS Church’s Christmas celebration #LIGHTtheWORLD. This music video reminds us of the love and charity that makes Christmas the best time of year. The combined...
by Larry Richman | Dec 3, 2017
“Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the sabbath days.” MATTHEW 12:12 God designated Sunday as a day of rest, but that doesn’t mean we should be idle on that day. On Sunday and other days, we should use our time and talents to bless others. How can you use your...
by Larry Richman | Dec 2, 2017
Christmas is a great time of year to to share with others your testimony of Jesus Christ as your personal Savior and Redeemer. See the article “Explaining Mormon Beliefs: Jesus Christ” for a list of online resources that explain more about our belief in...
by Larry Richman | Dec 2, 2017
“I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink.” MATTHEW 25:35 There are people around you who are both physically and spiritually thirsty. In addition to helping people receive the nourishment their bodies need, you can bless their lives spiritually. Did you know that access...
by Larry Richman | Dec 1, 2017
The Light the World Christmas celebration encourages us to follow the example of the Savior. Each day in December, Mormon.org will feature one of the Savior’s teachings along with ideas to help you put that teaching into practice. The service that you do can bring...
by Larry Richman | Dec 1, 2017
“Freely ye have received, freely give.” MATTHEW 10:8 Jesus made it clear that everything we have is a generous gift freely given from God. We should be grateful for all that we have and be willing to give just as freely to others. What can you sacrifice today to make...
by Larry Richman | Nov 30, 2017
To help you participate in sharing goodness this Christmas, This Mormon Life collaborated with 20 other bloggers to create a #LIGHTtheWORLD calendar. Each day, their calendar will have ideas from Mormon.org as well as from other LDS contributors. Their Google Calendar...
by Larry Richman | Nov 30, 2017
Scriptures 365 has created a scripture-a-day advent calendar for December to help keep Christ in Christmas. Click the image above for a large version of the calendar. Follow Scriptures 365 on Facebook and Instagram for daily scripture memes. Create your own scripture...
by Larry Richman | Nov 29, 2017
Now through Christmas Day, the Tabernacle Choir’s 24/7 commercial-free music stream on the Mormon Channel will feature 50% Christmas music, and from December 14 through Christmas, the stream will be 100% Christmas music. Music is from the Tabernacle Choir and...
by Larry Richman | Nov 27, 2017
The First Presidency invites you and your friends to watch the First Presidency’s Christmas devotional broadcast on Sunday, December 3, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. (Mountain Standard Time). The program will include Christmas messages by General Authorities and General Officers...