A late-night temple cleaning assignment turned into something unexpected. As familiar rooms stirred memories and a simple chandelier taught a deeper truth, I saw more clearly how the temple connects heaven and earth—and why that connection matters.
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The High Ground: Lessons from Lehonti and Obi-Wan
When Obi-Wan declared “I have the high ground,” he understood something profound about advantage and survival. The Book of Mormon’s story of Lehonti teaches the same lesson: Satan doesn’t demand we abandon our standards all at once, he simply asks us to step down a little.
“Go Forth from This House…”
Speaking about those preparing to leave on missions, Joseph Smith prayed during the dedication of the Kirtland Temple: “And we ask thee, Holy Father, that thy servants may go forth from this house armed with thy power, and that thy name may be upon them, and thy glory be round about them, and thine angels…
More Than a Pile of Rocks
When I returned from BYU Jerusalem, I would often get a question about my favorite spot. There are so many amazing things in the Holy Land and there is a special feeling in the area in general. I absolutely loved the Garden tomb and I wish I could have visited there every day. My favorite…