Alms is described in the Dictionary as “Money or goods given to the poor in charity”.  The Savior gave an interesting directive about alms giving.  “But when thou doest alms,…

The apostle Paul declared to the Ephesians a remarkable scripture how we become perfected in Christ.  “And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and…

A scary statistic is that almost 50% of marriages in the United States will end in divorce or separation.  The suffering of spouses and children in a divorce can become…

The Lord does permit afflictions in our lives for our spiritual growth and good.  Whenever we are in the midst of pain and suffering, it is hard to believe that…

Pain, suffering, trials, tribulation and afflictions (adversity) are all around us.  It is almost impossible to live in this world and not experience adversity.  The Apostle Paul declared, “…that we…

Each of us will experience the tender mercies of the Lord from time to time if we just try to keep His commandments and let humility, love and kindness guide…

We should resolve to take time each day to say personal and family prayers, read the Holy Scriptures, worship the Lord each Sunday, be kind and helpful to loved ones,…

No birth into mortality has ever been accompanied with such Heavenly announcements and miracles as the birth of Jesus Christ the Savior of the world!  Bright Stars, Angels, Heavenly Choirs,…

If we strive to keep the commandments of God, there will be people that will belittle us, try to change us and persuade others to join them in their persecution. …

I have always been inspired by the scriptural account of Elijah, the prophet in the Old Testament.  I quote from an article by Jeffrey R. Holland.  “God commanded Elijah to…