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June 5, 2026

Joseph Smith forgiving W.W. Phelps after his repentance, illustrating Brotherly Forgiveness, Divine Forgiveness, and the healing power of Jesus Christ’s Atonement.

The Question About Forgiveness That Troubles Almost Everyone

By Roger Connors

Forgiveness offers two distinct paths to peace that we sometimes mix up. When Joseph Smith freely forgave W.W. Phelps for writing an affidavit that helped put him in Liberty Jail, he pointed to those paths.

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Stone in a shepherd’s sling symbolizing David and Goliath, faith in God, obedience, and the lesson “The Battle Is the Lord’s” from 1 Samuel.

“The Battle Is the Lord’s”: Come Follow Me OT Podcast — 1 Samuel 8–10; 13; 15–16

By Scot and Maurine Proctor

Mark Matthews joins the podcast for a powerful conversation about prophets, pride, courage, and the faith that allowed David to face Goliath without fear.

Church leaders featured in Hastening Now report highlighting Religious Freedom, Joseph Smith Papers, Dieter F. Uchtdorf, and Philippines Temple developments.

Hastening Now: A Weekly Church Report

By Meridian Church Newswire

Stay informed and inspired with this weekly update on important news items from around the Church.

Young girl offering a flower beside an adult with a book, symbolizing truth, kindness, integrity, Christlike discipleship, and the teachings of Jesus Christ

An Inconvenient Truth and the Rise of Latter-day Niceness

By Priscilla Davis

When does discipleship lose conviction, courage, and clarity? When "niceness" is modeled for comfort and approval.

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Sunset over Samuel H. Boardman corridor on the Oregon Coast during the Ocean to Ice expedition, symbolizing prayer, faith, secret prayers, and spiritual growth.

The Biscuit Test: Ocean to Ice — Dispatch 07

By Mike Loveridge

Jesus Christ comforting Mary and Martha at the tomb of Lazarus in Bethany, demonstrating Christ’s compassion, grief and hope before the miracle.

Where Hope Meets Us in Our Pain

By Paul Bishop

John Johnson Farm in Hiram Ohio, historic Church History site where Joseph Smith lived, received Restoration revelations, and endured the 1832 mob attack.

Where the Ground Still Knows

By Paul Bishop

Man waiting at a rainy city bus stop, symbolizing the mundane routines of life, God’s will, joy, and spiritual growth through the covenant path.

Magic in the Mundane and Monotonous Mondays

By Patrick D. Degn

Brigham Young’s 225th Birthday: Remembering When He Outwitted Mark Twain

By Daniel C. Peterson

Person wading through a canyon river symbolizing Joshua, faith, obedience, and crossing the Jordan into the unknown.

Crossing Our Own Jordan

By Paul Bishop

Historic London skyline and London Bridge during Wilford Woodruff’s 1840 British mission to preach the restored gospel in England.

Against Wind and Tide: Wilford Woodruff’s Call to the British Capital

By Steven C. Wheelwright and Kristy Wheelwright Taylor

Exhausted young mother sitting beside a baby bassinet reflecting the challenges of motherhood, parenting struggles, and family life.

A Mother Remembers: On Losing Confidence

By Maurine Proctor

Receipt printing at a cash register representing the idea that God is not a cosmic vending machine.

He Comes as Help: The Blessing Is His Presence

By Patrick D. Degn

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Mother and daughter using activity books and creative learning materials together, building critical-thinking skills and enjoying educational family fun.

By Holly E. Newton

Silhouetted figure standing in a stone archway illuminated by light, symbolizing Here Am I, covenant relationship, trust in the Lord, and Jesus Christ.

By Maurine Proctor

Single orange tulip among white tulips symbolizing Individual worth, uniqueness, agency, and Jesus Christ’s love for every person.

By Joni Hilton

Angels surrounding and comforting a woman, symbolizing angelic intervention, divine help, and the ministry of angels

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Family cooking together at home during a summer staycation, enjoying family activities and family bonding while building self-reliance.

By Carolyn Nicolaysen

Bartholomew speaks with Eliza in the marketplace in The Parables Project Ten Virgins film, inviting her to fulfill a divine calling and prepare for the Bridegroom.

By Howard Collett

Cutaway model of the Salt Lake Temple inside the Temple Square Visitors’ Center featured on the Inside a Temple guided tour.

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Person sitting alone on a bench reflecting on pride, shame, meekness, and a covenant relationship with Jesus Christ.

By Jeff Bennion

President Dallin H. Oaks teaches about anger, contention, forgiveness, and following Jesus Christ through prophetic counsel.

By H. Wallace Goddard

Ruth and Naomi journey together toward Bethlehem, illustrating loyalty, covenant faithfulness, and the Come Follow Me lesson on Ruth, Boaz, and the Kinsman Redeemer.

By Scot and Maurine Proctor

Becoming Brigham documentary hosts discuss Brigham Young legacy, 225th birthday, temple construction, and Church history

By The Interpreter Foundation

United States Constitution on American flag representing the inspired Constitution, Founding Fathers, liberty, religious freedom, and American government

By Tad R. Callister

Actors portraying the ten virgins in authentic first-century costumes for the Parables Project film The Ten Virgins in Morocco.

By Howard Collett

Scenic Oregon Coast landscape near Cape Perpetua during the Ocean to Ice expedition, illustrating prayer, personal revelation, faith, and reflection on 1 Nephi 11.

By Mike Loveridge

Camille N. Johnson greets children during a humanitarian outreach visit featured in Hastening Now Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints news update

By Meridian Church Newswire

Person holding an Equal Rights sign representing fairness for men and women, men’s rights, women’s rights, parental rights, and mental health awareness

By United Families International

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Young man using artificial intelligence technology while discussing AI ethics, human dignity, and human flourishing with a mentor.

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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Humanitarian Center in Salt Lake City providing humanitarian aid and job training for refugees and immigrants.

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Stone in a shepherd’s sling symbolizing David and Goliath, faith in God, obedience, and the lesson “The Battle Is the Lord’s” from 1 Samuel.

“The Battle Is the Lord’s”: Come Follow Me OT Podcast — 1 Samuel 8–10; 13; 15–16

By Scot and Maurine Proctor

Mark Matthews joins the podcast for a powerful conversation about prophets, pride, courage, and the faith that allowed David to face Goliath without fear.

Church leaders featured in Hastening Now report highlighting Religious Freedom, Joseph Smith Papers, Dieter F. Uchtdorf, and Philippines Temple developments.

Hastening Now: A Weekly Church Report

By Meridian Church Newswire

Stay informed and inspired with this weekly update on important news items from around the Church.

Young girl offering a flower beside an adult with a book, symbolizing truth, kindness, integrity, Christlike discipleship, and the teachings of Jesus Christ

An Inconvenient Truth and the Rise of Latter-day Niceness

By Priscilla Davis

When does discipleship lose conviction, courage, and clarity? When "niceness" is modeled for comfort and approval.

MUST READS

Sunset over Samuel H. Boardman corridor on the Oregon Coast during the Ocean to Ice expedition, symbolizing prayer, faith, secret prayers, and spiritual growth.

The Biscuit Test: Ocean to Ice — Dispatch 07

By Mike Loveridge

Jesus Christ comforting Mary and Martha at the tomb of Lazarus in Bethany, demonstrating Christ’s compassion, grief and hope before the miracle.

Where Hope Meets Us in Our Pain

By Paul Bishop

John Johnson Farm in Hiram Ohio, historic Church History site where Joseph Smith lived, received Restoration revelations, and endured the 1832 mob attack.

Where the Ground Still Knows

By Paul Bishop

Man waiting at a rainy city bus stop, symbolizing the mundane routines of life, God’s will, joy, and spiritual growth through the covenant path.

Magic in the Mundane and Monotonous Mondays

By Patrick D. Degn

Brigham Young’s 225th Birthday: Remembering When He Outwitted Mark Twain

By Daniel C. Peterson

Person wading through a canyon river symbolizing Joshua, faith, obedience, and crossing the Jordan into the unknown.

Crossing Our Own Jordan

By Paul Bishop

Historic London skyline and London Bridge during Wilford Woodruff’s 1840 British mission to preach the restored gospel in England.

Against Wind and Tide: Wilford Woodruff’s Call to the British Capital

By Steven C. Wheelwright and Kristy Wheelwright Taylor

Exhausted young mother sitting beside a baby bassinet reflecting the challenges of motherhood, parenting struggles, and family life.

A Mother Remembers: On Losing Confidence

By Maurine Proctor

Receipt printing at a cash register representing the idea that God is not a cosmic vending machine.

He Comes as Help: The Blessing Is His Presence

By Patrick D. Degn

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