John Taylor: Obedience Through Trials

John Taylor: Obedience Through Trials

John Taylor, third prophet of the Mormon Church, was born in the Westmoreland part of England in 1808. His parents were his first teachers, helping him learn to read. They also gave him faith in God and an understanding of the Bible and of the Savior. He was baptized...
What is the Mormon General Conference?

What is the Mormon General Conference?

General Conference is the name of a meeting held in Salt Lake City, Utah for all members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, whose members are often known as the Mormons. Held twice a year, in April and October, it is an opportunity for people...
Moral Courage

Moral Courage

One of the purposes of mortal life is to prove to God that we will keep His commandments when that takes courage (Henry B. Eyring, “Moral Courage,” Liahona, Mar 2010, 4–7). An important aspect of Mormon beliefs is that one purpose of our life on earth is to be tested....
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