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The Importance of Discerning Authorized Messengers

Charolette Winder4 days ago4 days ago010 mins

In an age of flash-flood information, discernment best comes through authorized messengers: living prophets, scriptures, and the Holy Ghost.

C.D. Cunningham1 week ago4 days ago06 mins

Who is Clark Gilbert, the newest apostle called to join the Quorum of the Twelve of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

Jeff Bennion4 months ago4 months ago012 mins

Dallin H. Oaks pairs law with love, showing humility, outreach, and a call to hold truth with tenderness.

The Public Square community looks to the themes they learned from the October 2025 General Conference

Carol Rice5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

He met with leaders, but Nelson’s legacy was in names, small flocks, and comfort that made the forgotten feel seen.

Skyler Sorensen5 months ago07 mins

Has prophetic language softened? Yes, tone adapts to culture, but doctrine remains exacting and unchanged.

Ray Alston6 months ago015 mins

What does righteous rebuke look like today? Elder Holland, as an example, battles ideas, not people, and always points to Christ.

Carol Rice6 months ago6 months ago016 mins

What truth about family transcends time? The doctrine of the family is centered in Christ and consistent in scripture.

Priscilla Davis9 months ago08 mins

When does discipleship lose conviction, courage, and clarity? When “niceness” is modeled for comfort and approval.

The Public Square Magazine team shares their April 2025 General Conference thoughts and insights.

Amanda Freebairn12 months ago12 months ago08 mins

Does Heavenly Mother stand apart from Heavenly Father? She is unified with Him, sharing His divine will, not a separate deity for revision.

Public Square Staff1 year ago1 year ago012 mins

How did General Conference address modern faith struggles? By emphasizing obedience, selflessness, and Christ’s love.