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February 2, 2026

A Gospel for Nobodies

I held no important callings. Had no influential platform. Inspired no dedicated following. And yet, in the middle of prayer, God made one thing unmistakably clear.

Breaking News

Woman listening intently during a difficult conversation about faith and relationships when a loved one leaves the Church.

Messy Conversations When Loved Ones Leave the Faith

The message of thousands of years of scripture history is that complex families and friendships are the norm, not a shameful exception.

Shorthand & Bloodstains, Part One: Becoming Brigham, Episode 2

In this episode, host Camrey Fox visits with 19th century shorthand expert LaJean Carruth and finds out some surprising things about the differences between previously published statements by Brigham and the actual original transcripts.

President Oaks to Speak in First Public Address Since Being Sustained

The prophet will speak February 10 from the Marriott Center at Brigham Young University.



FEATURES

Cartoon illustrating Latter-day Saints discussing following Church leaders on social media, reflecting modern discipleship and striving to build Zion.

Follow the Prophet

A family united at sunrise representing Zion, unity, and becoming pure in heart as taught in Moses 7 and the Come Follow Me podcast.

Is It Possible to Become a Zion People? — Come Follow Me Podcast – Moses 7

Hands protecting a family symbol, representing the traditional family, child well-being, and concerns about polyamory and alternative family structures.

Is More Really Better? Polyamory and the Fight for the Family

Student holding books outside a university, representing the Education Fund empowering global Church members through education and self-reliance.

How the Perpetual Education Fund Is Transforming Lives Worldwide

Family sharing a meal together illustrating the Love-Share-Invite pattern that builds unity, trust, and eternal family relationships.

How the Love-Share-Invite Pattern Works in Families

Forest path splitting in two, representing principle-based decision making and choosing gospel principles through faith in Jesus Christ.

Principle-Based Decision Making: Choosing the Right When the Path Is Not Clear

Father reading bedtime books aloud to two young children, highlighting the comfort and bonding of picture books and bedtime stories.

Bedtime Books

Missionary, Jocelyn Osmond, holding Book of Mormon symbolizing Here Am I, Hineni, and answering God’s call

“Here Am I”: Answering Your Personal Call

vehicle driving through snowstorm showing emergency preparedness and disaster readiness

It’s Time to Get Serious About Emergency Preparedness

girl in foster care hugging a teddy bear in a loving foster family setting

The Little Girl Who Couldn’t Talk

Elder Patrick Kearon and Jennifer Kearon at a Church of Jesus Christ young adult devotional gathering

Tickets Available for Elder and Sister Kearon’s February Address to Young Adults

Becoming Brigham documentary series featuring Brigham Young, exploring his leadership, faith, and role in early Latter-day Saint history

Becoming Brigham: The Video Series Premieres

War-damaged city with soldiers walking through rubble, symbolizing collective punishment, violence, and the loss of individual responsibility in modern conflict.

Collective Punishment Erases Individual Responsibility

Couple working together at home, showing commitment in marriage and a family-first mindset that supports marital stability and lasting relationships

The “Me-First” Ethic Is Breaking Marriages Before They Begin

Wilford Woodruff and the Book of Abraham

New York City skyline at sunset ahead of the Lamb of God premiere at the Metropolitan Opera House in 2026

Rob Gardner’s Lamb of God at The Met

FamilySearch 2026 graphic announcing new AI tools, expanded genealogy records, and Family Tree updates to help families make global connections.

FamilySearch Plans For 2026

Latter-day Saint temple representing the newly announced Kahului Hawaii Temple, the first Temple to be built on the island of Maui

Locations Announced for Temples in Hawaii and Arizona

Enoch walking with God as he is taken into heaven, illustrating Genesis 5 and ancient traditions of Enoch’s translation and heavenly ascent.

Why does Genesis say that Enoch “Walked with God” and that “God took him”?

A woman walks calmly through a crowded city as others focus on their phones, illustrating how disciples choose peace amid outrage culture and public contention.

When Outrage Sells, Disciples Choose Peace

Family Spam

Illustration of artificial intelligence used at work, home, and church, showing AI as a practical tool that supports productivity, learning, and faith.

Video: Using Artificial Intelligence at Work, Home, and Church

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