Doctrine & Covenants 23-26: Part 2

Sister Morgan Pearson continues to examine Emma’s instruction to be a scribe and compile hymns for the Church. Sister Pearson also explores Emma’s experience with plural marriage and the importance of covenants, forgiveness, and the beauty and strength of this complicated person from Church History.

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A Lesson About Change

We often think of Esau as the bad guy in the story of Jacob and Esau. But what if we’ve misunderstood him? Lori Denning shares a powerful insight—Esau starts off angry, frustrated, and maybe even outside the covenant, but his story doesn’t end there. By the time he reunites with Jacob, he has changed. He welcomes his brother with open arms, showing that growth, forgiveness, and transformation are always possible. Maybe Esau’s story isn’t just about him—maybe it’s about all of us.

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Shift the Darkness into God’s Light

Some days, it’s hard to feel the Savior’s presence. Fear, doubt, and stress can make us feel distant from Him. But Charlotte Varble shares two powerful ways to invite His light instantly: singing His praises and choosing repentance—not just for sins, but for any thought or feeling that separates us from God. Repentance is the door that lets Christ’s healing power into our lives. If you’re struggling today, take a moment to turn toward Him. His light is always there, waiting for you to let Him in.

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Fix Yourself First

If you want to improve your marriage, start with the person in the mirror! Hank explores the Savior’s parable of the beam and the mote, shares Joseph Smith surprising advice on criticism, and discusses why “soft answers” can heal even the hardest of hearts.

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Doctrine and Covenants 10–11

"What do you do when life feels uncertain? How do you act after you've made a BIG mistake? For Joseph Smith, losing the 116 pages could have seemed like the end. But Doctrine and Covenants 10 reveals God’s unwavering commitment to forgiveness AND fulfilling His promises. Learn how the Lord’s backup plan teaches us to trust His timing and His ability to make all things work for our good—even when you may not be able to see the way forward.

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