We Can Always be Grateful for Jesus

Recently, I asked ChatGPT to share some of the scientific evidence behind the power of gratitude. Among other things, it produced a table outlining the measurable benefits including improved mental health, reduced stress, stronger relationships, even better physical well-being. Further, there is a scriptural promise that comes with gratitude: “And he who receiveth all things…

Return to the Grove

I have only been to the Sacred Grove twice. The first time, I was an 18-year-old on vacation with my family. The second time, was a few years ago; I was a parent myself with one of my son’s who was attending a Boy Scout camp near Palmyra, New York. I wrote the following in…

“For He Was a Good Man”

My first mission president passed away last week. President Goodman had an immeasurable impact on my life. Before I left for Italy, I was given a blessing where I was told that my mission would bless me with a strong testimony of the Lord’s work and lay a foundation for the rest of my life….

Give Thanks

Gratitude heals. “And he who receiveth all things with thankfulness shall be made glorious; and the things of this earth shall be added unto him, even an hundred fold, yea, more” (Doctrine and Covenants 78:19).