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Doctrine and Covenants

Why Does the Savior’s Church Matter?

The logo for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, referred to as "the only true and living church" in D&C 1:30.

The first revelation in the Doctrine and Covenants says that the Savior called and empowered Joseph Smith to “lay the foundation of this church, and to bring it forth out of obscurity and out of darkness, the only true and living church upon the face of the whole earth, with which I, the Lord am well pleased, speaking unto the church collectively and not individually” (Doctrine and Covenants 1:30). If you are anything like me, you wonder what it means every time you or someone else says, “I know this church is true.”

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Devotional

How Does Christ Compensate for Unfairness and Imperfections?

Rooted in atonement theology is the idea that Christ suffered and died in a way that enables mortals to overcome the negative situations we encounter. Christ’s atonement is discussed in various ways, but perhaps an underappreciated facet of the atonement is Christ’s ability to compensate for the unfairness of life and the weaknesses of imperfect people.

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Quotes

Joseph Fielding Smith Quotes

Joseph Fielding Smith is remembered for serving as the 10th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, for his prolific doctrinal writings, and for his ancestry (with Joseph F. Smith as his father and Hyrum Smith as his grandfather). Similar to our Joseph Smith Quotes, this page contains prophetic quotations about topics like temples, the Plan of Salvation, the Atonement of Jesus Christ, the Holy Ghost, and more.

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Devotional

Uplifting Books and Talks by Brad Wilcox (2024)

A headshot of Brad Wilcox, the BYU professor known for talks on grace and the atonement of Jesus Christ.

The most well-known talk by Brad Wilcox is “His Grace Is Sufficient.” The Brother Wilcox lecture still holds the record as the most popular BYU Devotional of all time. His profile has further grown since his call to the Young Men General Presidency. This article helps you find Brad R. Wilcox teachings on many topics you see in Russell M. Nelson quotes, including grace, morality, and scriptures. We include his talks, books, podcasts, and more.

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Quotes

Heber J. Grant Quotes for Latter-day Saints

Heber J. Grant was the seventh president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is known for talking about persistence, emphasizing the Word of Wisdom, and for overseeing the development of the Church’s welfare program. Similar to our Dallin H. Oaks quotes collection, this article highlights select quotations from the prophet.

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Book of Mormon Come Follow Me Theology

Finding Christ in 3rd Nephi and 4th Nephi

A painting of Jesus Christ appearing to Nephites in the Americas after His resurrection

Jesus Christ’s visit to the Americas is one the Book of Mormon‘s crowning event. The account that begins in 3rd Nephi includes fascinating details about the Savior’s post-resurrection life, including a follow-up discourse to the Sermon on the Mount. Daniel Becerra shares insights from his new book, 3rd, 4th Nephi: A Brief Theological Introduction.

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Book excerpts Book of Mormon Theology

How Does the Book of Ether Contribute to Book of Mormon Theology?

An AI-generated image depicted the ancient Jaredites leaved the Tower of Babel in barges.

The book of Ether goes over like a lead balloon. It’s freighted with the history of two millennia, mired with lurid violence. The story is heavy—ill-suited, perhaps, to show the “great things” of God’s deliverance, as the title page of the Book of Mormon promises. Surely, it is too earthbound for greatness. The book lifts off, nonetheless.

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Devotional Intellectualism Joseph Smith Latter-day Saint History Theology

Who Was Truman G. Madsen?

Truman G. Madsen is known for his Joseph Smith tapes, his intellectuality, and his testimony of Jesus Christ.

Truman Madsen is perhaps best known for his Joseph Smith lectures. The BYU professor thought of the Prophet as a window through which he could see Jesus Christ. But his contributions extend far beyond lectures given at Brigham Young University. Those who knew him best, like his wife, Ann Madsen, say there was much more to Truman G. Madsen than meets the eye.

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Book excerpts Devotional

Truman Madsen’s Twenty Questions

A photograph of Truman Madsen, author of "Twenty Questions," pondering alone.

Some years ago on my return from the East, just after finishing my PhD, I had a phone call. A voice I hadn’t heard before said, “Is your name Truman Madsen?”

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Come Follow Me Latter-day Saint History

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Angel Moroni

A statue of the angel Moroni holding a trumpet on top of a Latter-day Saint temple.

The angel Moroni is a Book of Mormon prophet who appeared to Joseph Smith as a resurrected being. His influence goes far beyond the Hill Cumorah in New York. For example, pioneers spoke about Moroni more often than the First Vision. And today, there are dozens of angel Moroni statues atop Latter-day Saint temples throughout the world.

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