Gospel Doctrine Resources
3 Tips to Scripture Study 
With all there is going on in today´s world, isn´t it nice to know the refreshing peace that comes with scripture study? Here are three tips to help you make the most of your time with the Lord´s words.
A Message of Love and Hope for this Holiday Season
What brings you hope? Guest editor Michael Bezas shares his perspective.
As a Prophet Reveals Truth
Why is it that some embrace scripture and some don´t? Why is it some want to hear a living prophet´s words and some don´t?
Bridging the Mormon / Evangelical Divide
Author Vincent DiGirolamo presents a compelling work that there are more similarities in belief between Evangelical Christians and Mormons than one might realize.
Choose Your Movies Carefully
Thought you could just go by the movie rating "R"? Think again.
Christ is Risen!
What a joyous time to proclaim that Christ is risen!
Christmas Time Compassionate Service
Followers of Christ will do what He did: comfort the weary and bring hope to the afflicted -- especially at this time of year.
Church Cirriculum Texts and Magazines in PDF Format 
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Misplace your Gospel Doctrine booklet? Has your John Taylor book sprouted legs and wandered off again? Check here for all the church approved materials and magazines in a downloadable PDF format.
Dealing with Trials and Difficulties
Life feels tough some days, doesn't it. Here is a Family Home Evening lesson to help you get through.
Entertainment Choices that Jeopardize Eternity
Elder Bednar (one of the newest Apostles) shares some precise words on the subject.
Facing Sodom and Gomorrah
With sordid storms of sexual impurities and other challenging measures swirling about us, how are parents to protect not just themselves, but their children? The gospel of Jesus Christ and the scriptures show the way.
Fasting - a Tremendous Experience
Fasting can bring us closer to the Lord. But fasting without prayer is simply starving. What other important details are important to know about fasting? Such as "How long should I fast?"
Find Rest in the Word of God
How does one find peace in the midst of this mercurial world we live in?
Finding Faith in Christ
So many attacks against our faith. What to do?
Finding the Shelter the Savior Provides
In the buffeting winds of stress, Jesus Christ offers peace.
General Conference 4/10 Saturday A.M. Session
What was your most favorite part of General Conference? Here are a few memories of mine.
General Conference April 2008
Here are some highlights from the historic April 2008 General Conference, complete with the words from our new prophet Thomas S. Monson.
Gospel Doctrine Resource Links [offsite link]
This site on LDSCN has many useful links.
Happy 4th of July, America!
What are we doing to preserve our beloved America?
Happy 4th of July, America!
What are we doing to preserve our beloved America?
How Do I Grow in Faith?
Just what is faith and how do I obtain it?
How to Write a Sacrament Talk in 3 Easy Steps
Here are three simple steps to put together your talk for Sunday´s Sacrament Meeting.
Ideas to Celebrate the Easter Season
How will you celebrate Easter this year?
Jesus Christ and the Plan of Salvation
Why is Jesus Christ important?
Keep In Touch With The LDS BellaOnline.com Update
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LDS Auxiliary Assistant [offsite link]
LDS auxiliary organization secretaries -- work from your own home, at your own schedule. Record attendance in a single step. Print rosters, rolls, and reports quickly and easily, with no copying, pasting, or re-typing. Automate home teaching and visiting teaching. Available for Melchizedek Priesthood, Primary, Relief Society, Sunday School, Young Men, and Young Women.
Love in All Things
There is a peace found within love, even if others are unkind.
Obedience - Take it Or Leave It?
Just how obedient do I need to be to the Lord´s teachings?
Official Information on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints [offsite link]
The church´s official website designed to answer member´s and investigator´s questions.
Old Testament - Saul, David, and Solomon
What do Saul, David, and Solomon all have in common? It is an urgent message for us today.
Old Testaments Stories that Matter - Jonah
Jonah is angry because the Lord blesses a repentant people. Does this kind of hardheartedness hide in my own heart?
Pain...a Friend?
Sometimes the Lord intends us to learn lessons in unique ways. But when we hearken to His word, the payoff always comes.
Patriarchal Blessings
Here is information on patriarchal blessings...how to understand and use them to bless your life.
Play the Book of Mormon version of Hangman
Hangman is not just for the last five minutes of Sunday School class any more! Click here to play BellaOnline.com´s LDS version online.
Preparing a Lesson
Here are a few tips when preparing a lesson, whether for Relief Society, Cub Scouts, Young Women's or any other teaching opportunity!
Safety in Counsel
We as Mormons believe that God exists and that he sent his Son Jesus Christ to redeem his children. But what happens if we refuse to listen to their counsel or ignore their efforts?
Serving in Primary - A Few Helpful Ideas
Primary singing time can be terrific...here are a few ideas to help make it so for those serving the children in Primary.
Set Him for Their Watchman
"He that taketh warning shall deliver his soul." Come find out how.
Shall They Fall by the Sword?
What warnings do Ezekiel´s words have for us today?
Take Heed
Living during the "last days" can be overwhelming. Here is a scripture with great advice.
Testimony - What Is it & How Do I Get It?
What is a testimony?
Thanksgiving During Difficult Economic Times
Thanksgiving week has arrived in the United States. What do you have to be grateful for?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints [offsite link]
This is the main website for the church. Here you can find daily quotes, news links, order materials, and search an online database of church magazines.
The Divine Calling of Visiting Teaching
Visiting Teaching. What is it? A bother or a divine calling?
The First Article of Faith
The first in a series of articles using the church´s Articles of Faith to explain Latter-day Saint beliefs.
The First Article of Faith
The first Article of Faith, written by Joseph Smith, is a bedrock of Mormon faith.
The Importance of Dreams
How important are dreams? Many ancient prophets had them with great significance.
The Importance of Prayer
The scriptures teach many things that are important to a successful life. Prayer just may be among the most important.
The Importance of Scripture Study
Just how important is daily scripture study?
The LDS Articles of Faith: An Introduction
The Matter of Faith
What is faith?
The Power of the Sacrament
Are you weary? Come visit the possibilities that await you during Sacrament meeting each week.
The Son was of God
Self-destructive behaviors pervaded the world around me. At times it frightened me. Then I read this verse in the New Testament.
The Trials of Our Faith
How can God be good if there is so much pain in my life?
The Urgency of Prayer
God will always hear our prayers, even in our weakest moments.
The Word of Wisdom
Just what is so urgent about the Word of Wisdom?
To Speak with the Tongue of Angels
The phrase “tongue of angels” captivated me. What does it mean to “speak with the tongue of angels?”
To Wait Upon the Lord
Are you discouraged? Tired? Depressed? These verses in Isaiah may not immediately cheer you (then again, they might). But over time--put to the test--they can bring surprising peace.
What Does Death Mean?
What is the purpose of death?
What Does Death Mean?
What is the purpose of death?
What Does Death Mean?
What is the purpose of death?
What Does Death Mean?
What is the purpose of death?
What Does It Mean to Be Faithful
What does faith mean? What does "faithful" mean?
What Does It Mean to Be Faithful
What does faith mean? What does "faithful" mean?
What Does It Mean to Be Faithful
What does faith mean? What does "faithful" mean?
What Does It Mean to Be Faithful
What does faith mean? What does "faithful" mean?
What is Faith?
In a world that sometimes feels topsy-turvey, just what is faith?
What is the Purpose of Sacrament Meeting?
The Sabbath day is a holy one. Read further to learn why we come to worship the Savior together, rather than at home by ourselves.
What Is Your Choice for the New Year?
With so many things to do and so many choices before us, perhaps our biggest resolution for this year is to increase our relationship with the Lord.
What Is Your Gift?
On this night of preparing for gift giving, what might be the best gift of all?
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The 7th Article of Faith
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The Eighth Article of Faith
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The Fifth Article of Faith
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The Fourth Article of Faith
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The Ninth Article of Faith
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The Ninth Article of Faith
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The Second Article of Faith
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The Sixth Article of Faith
What Latter-day Saints Believe: The Third Article of Faith
What Mormons Believe
Just what do Mormons believe? Many in the media have been asking. And do the FLDS have anything to do with the Mormon church?
What's So Important About Sundays?
Why do Mormons value Sundays? The answer might be surprising.
What's the Problem with Pride?
Why is pride considered by many to be one of the seven deadly sins? Here are a few possibilities!
Where are Ezekiel's Modern-day Watchmen?
What is so urgent about Ezekiel´s words in the Old Testament and my own life?
Wherefore Didst Thou Doubt?
With the winds of societal change about us, things may appear raucous and uncontrollable. That is when Matthew 14 can bring great comfort.
Why the Word of Wisdom?
Why do we as Mormons live the code of health known as the "word of wisdom"? The answer may surprise you.
Wisely Using Our Talents
Feeling discouraged lately? No need. You are far more gifted and talented than you may realize!
Worried About Your Family?
When one can see the devastation of different societal blows, a parent worries. We desire to raise our children focused on Jesus Christ. Here are some excellent links to help you do just that.
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