Two lights, one safe harbor. As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we are often reminded to search, ponder, pray, and act. These simple but profound steps form the foundation of discipleship. As I have pondered this invitation, one image has continually come to mind: the lighthouse. The Purpose of a…
Do you struggle to have real, meaningful prayers? One of the greatest gifts we have in this life is prayer. Think about it: through prayer, we can actually converse with the all-powerful God of the universe. We can talk to Him directly—whenever and wherever—and know that He is always listening and, even more, that He…
The Simple Shift That Changed Everything Years ago, I sat in a Relief Society lesson that left a lasting impression on me. The sister teaching that day shared a personal story from her time as a nurse, and it’s something I’ve thought about many times since.
I’ve been thinking a lot about grief today. Probably because my dear father-in-law unexpectedly passed away yesterday morning. As I’ve sat with my own swirling emotions the last 24 hours, I’ve also witnessed the heartache of my husband, his siblings, our nieces and nephews, my mother-in-law, his grandmother, aunts, uncles—and our own children.
Master, Carest Thou Not That We Perish? One of my favorite scriptures in the New Testament is found in the book of Mark, chapter 4. This short but powerful story has spoken to my heart more times than I can count. It’s one of those passages that seems to meet me right where I am—especially…
I have always been intrigued by the story of Mary, Martha, and the Savior found in the New Testament. It is a story that resonates deeply with me, and I believe it speaks to the hearts of many—especially women, mothers, and disciples of Christ striving to balance the many demands of life while seeking to…