Asking Big Questions: What Can I Do to Prepare to Receive Personal Revelation at General Conference?

by Scott Hansen

Big Questions

The closest scriptural parallel we have to modern-day general conference is found in the Book of Mosiah.

Asking Big Questions: How Can I Find Answers to Tough Topics in Church History?

by Kamryn Maughan

Big Questions

Have you ever had a question about a topic in Church history? Because we were not there, some Church history events and topics can be hard for us to understand.

Asking Big Questions: How Can I Gain a Testimony of Temple Ordinances?

by Michelle Pack

Big Questions

The temple is the house of the Lord. In it, we can participate in sacred ordinances that will bring us, and those we serve as proxies for, closer to our Savior and Heavenly Father.

Asking Big Questions: Why Does the Church Change?

by Scott Hansen

Big Questions

In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we believe “that God has revealed” and “will yet reveal many great and important things pertaining to the Kingdom of God” (Articles of Faith 1:9). However, change can be unsettling after we have already gotten into a routine. Ordinances, policies, and procedures serve as a mechanism for us to have spiritual experiences. When these things change, it can be hard. So, why do Church policies and procedures change? 

Asking Big Questions: How Can I Know If I’ve Been Forgiven?

by Kamryn Maughan

Big Questions

Going to the Savior, Peter asked, “How oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Till seven times?” Jesus responded, “I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven” (Matthew 18:21–22). Just as we are commanded to forgive others, our merciful Heavenly Father promises to forgive us. Although we may understand this promise, it can be difficult to know if we’ve been forgiven. Three actions can help us feel God’s forgiveness: repenting, recognizing the Spirit, and reflecting on Jesus Christ. 

Asking Big Questions: How Can I Find Jesus Christ in My Studies?

by Aubrey Barzee

Big Questions

While every page of scripture testifies of Jesus Christ, actually having a Christ-centered study can be hard at times. With so many  responsibilities competing for our time, we might just read a few verses without getting much personal meaning out of them and feel satisfied that we’ve checked off “read the scriptures” for our day. Sometimes we may even find ourselves getting so caught up in deeper history or unnecessary questions that we completely miss the mark. Studying can be simple—it should fill us with the Spirit and a desire to become more like our Savior.

Asking Big Questions: How Can I Prepare for General Conference?

by Shauna Horne

Big Questions

General conference is a time for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to hear from the beloved prophet and apostles. Conference weekend is always spiritually uplifting, but preparing beforehand is essential if we want to get the most out of the messages we hear.

Asking Big Questions: Why Should I Pay Tithing?

by Maddie Christensen

Big Questions

Sometimes paying a full tithe is overwhelming. With so many expenses mounting and the cost of living ever increasing, it can be daunting to give up 10% of our income. Even though we know that tithing is a commandment, recognizing why we should follow it can be difficult. 

Asking Big Questions: Why Do We Need a Living Prophet?

by Lyndie Jackson

Big Questions

Conflicts and differing opinions surround us in this world. All voices—good and bad—are amplified through social and mass media. Thankfully, the Lord has given us a voice that we can and should listen to above all others: the voice of living prophets. 

Asking Big Questions: Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?

by Maddie Christensen

Big Questions

In a world full of natural disasters, instability, wars, and conflicts, many people wonder why terrible things continue to happen. It feels like we are constantly being bombarded with bad news, heartache, and grief. Through our time here on Earth, we will go through various trials and tribulations that can be hard to understand. So, why do bad things happen to people who are trying to do good? There are three main reasons: