by Larry Richman | Sep 13, 2015
Last year, my wife and I taught the temple preparation course in our ward. The manual for this course, Endowed from on High (online and in print), contains references to videos, many of which are old and some are no longer available. Here are some newer videos about...
by Larry Richman | Aug 27, 2015
With the challenges in the world around us, honoring the Sabbath helps us to stay spiritually strong. The article “The Sabbath Is a Delight” gives 5 ways to make your Sundays more meaningful. (From the August Liahona). The article “Five Ways to...
by Larry Richman | Aug 17, 2015
You may be interested in reviewing the new institute and seminary manuals on the topic of Church history: Foundations of the Restoration institute manual (text, PDF, or Gospel Library app) Doctrine and Covenants and Church History Seminary Teacher Manual (text, PDF,...
by Larry Richman | Aug 8, 2015
In the August issue of the Ensign, President Russell M. Nelson explains, “Disciples of the Lord are defenders of traditional marriage. We cannot yield. History is not our judge. A secular society is not our judge. God is our judge!” I highly recommend the...
by Larry Richman | Apr 29, 2015
All 4 of Joseph Smith’s firsthand accounts of the First Vision are now available in 10 languages. The Joseph Smith Papers and the Church History Department have translated these accounts and placed them online. The best known account is the canonized version...
by Larry Richman | Apr 14, 2015
What do Mormons believe? A group of teenagers in Southern California explain why they believe, and what it is like to grow up in the LDS Church. In this touching video, they respond in impressive ways to some of the most common questions of their faith: Why do you...
by Larry Richman | Apr 7, 2015
“Prescription Drugs, Addiction, and Hope for Change – His Grace” is the latest video in the His Grace series on the Mormon Channel. In the video, Jordan Hansen explains how he started using pain medication for recreation when he and his friends were...
by Larry Richman | Mar 27, 2015
Throughout the Christian world, Easter brings a variety of thoughts and emotions about the life, death, and Resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ. It is a perfect time to begin conversations about His love for us and His willingness to lay down His life “that we...
by Larry Richman | Mar 14, 2015
The LDS Member Guidebook was written by Adrian Escalante to explain the basics of the Church. As a convert to the Church, he saw a need to help members and nonmembers understand and navigate the culture and organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
by Larry Richman | Feb 27, 2015
The following is the article “Because He Lives,” by Elder Russell M. Nelson, in the March 2015 New Era. (Also see the article in the Ensign.) One of the most significant of all scriptural phrases is found in Matthew 28:6, “He is not here: for he is risen.”...
by Larry Richman | Feb 15, 2015
In the video below, Jason Willard talks about the trials he went through when he lost his older brother to cancer 5 years ago. Through the experience, he learned to rely on his Savior Jesus Christ. Post by Mady Dyer. Here is a list of other member-created...
by Larry Richman | Feb 14, 2015
A dedicated member missionary, Jolie Hales, has created videos to help people understand questions about the Church. Her YouTube channel What Mormons Believe has 18 videos with over half a million views and over 4,500 subscribers since it started in 2012. She makes...
by Larry Richman | Jan 27, 2015
This morning, the Church held a news conference and called for a balance of religious freedom and LGBT rights. They emphasized the importance of nondiscrimination, but also the need for individuals and churches to exercise their beliefs. Sister Neill F. Marriott spoke...
by Larry Richman | Jan 19, 2015
Actor and singer Donny Osmond is best known as one-half of the brother-sister duo Donny & Maria. This interview with the Huffington Post was about the release of his 60th album, which marked his 50 years in show business. 23 minutes into the interview, he answered...
by Larry Richman | Dec 14, 2014
Today’s #ShareGoodness Idea: Christmas can be 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...
