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Welfare and the Bishop’s Storehouse

by Jessica Around the time that I was finishing high school, my parents ran into some financial difficulties. Everyone goes through something like that at one point or another. Since there were still 3 children living at home, food was something that was essential, especially since two of us were teenagers. One day, my mom [...]

Thoughts on Evil Spirits

by Jessica In the beginning, when a powerful spirit was cast down for rebellion, “he became Satan, … the devil, the father of all lies, to deceive and to blind men, and to lead them captive at his will” (Moses 4:4). He and the spirits who follow him are still deceiving the world. Modern revelation [...]

Paris Thomas: A Teen Overcoming Poverty

Paris Thomas was once homeless and has been a high school dropout. Today, he’s become a Mormon. He’s back in school and making something of himself. What did Paris learn about himself that made the difference?

Brandon Haws and Accomplishing Our Goals

Brandon Haws wasn’t a naturally talented basketball player, but hard work made him one of the best high school and college basketball players anyway. Find out how setting goals is making his dreams come true.

Quiet Heroes

Everyone can’t be the star of the show, but to God, everyone’s contributions matter.

Everyday Courage

Everyday courage isn’t about running into burning buildings to save someone. It’s about having the courage to do what is right, no matter the risks.

When Life is Too Hard

When life gets hard, do you complain, or look for the good you can find in it? Sometimes, a little of both can take you a long ways.

Teens and Friends

Do you wish you had a best friend–or any friends at all? Tips for teens on finding and being a friend.

David and Goliath

David, a teenager whose life is told in the Old Testament, killed Goliath armed only with a slingshot and faith.

Why Mormon Teens Have Hope

A study showed Mormon teens lived with hope for their futures and their eternal lives. What gives them this hope and what are they hoping for?