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What a Nakiri Knife Teaches Me About Spiritual Transformation

July 26, 2026 Larry Gaian 1

I collect Japanese nakiri knives. They aren’t as flashy as other knives—no wild curves or sharp points here. A nakiri is all about being practical. It has a straight edge and a tall blade, perfect […]

Why True Remembrance Demands Movement

July 9, 2026 Larry Gaian Comments Off

“And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer… that ye must build your foundation” (Helaman 5:12). In the scriptures, remember is rarely passive. It’s not “think a nice […]

Finding “Grace” in Project Hail Mary

June 28, 2026 Larry Gaian Comments Off

Project Hail Mary is more than a survival story. It is about what happens inside a person’s heart. Ryland Grace struggles with regret, anger, and feeling misunderstood. The real question is not about science. It […]

Faith Is Not About Having All The Answers

June 21, 2026 Larry Gaian Comments Off

Sacrament meeting talks are often packed with simple, powerful gospel truths. Every so often, the Spirit takes one phrase and presses it gently into your heart—like it was meant just for you. That happened to […]

Mosiah 18 and Ground Hog Day: Teaching A Gospel Lesson

June 8, 2026 Larry Gaian Comments Off

At first glance, Mosiah 18 and the 1993 movie Groundhog Day with Bill Murray seem unrelated. One is about making covenants at the Waters of Mormon, and the other is a comedy about a man […]

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The Significance of Covenant in Baptism and The Sacrament

June 7, 2026 Larry Gaian Comments Off

Covenants are among the most hopeful and practical parts of the restored gospel—especially the promises we make at baptism and renew week after week through the sacrament. When we talk about covenants more openly and […]

Walk Into The Light Not Just Out of The Darkness

June 1, 2026 Larry Gaian Comments Off

While watching “Jack Ryan: Ghost War”, the character James Greer uttered a phrase that really resonated with me: “Walking away from the darkness isn’t the same thing as walking into the light.” It’s a clear […]

Baby Steps And The Plan of Salvation

May 31, 2026 Larry Gaian Comments Off

In the 1991 movie What About Bob?, Bob Wiley (Bill Murray) is a bundle of fears, phobias, and neediness. He clings to his therapist, Dr. Leo Marvin (Richard Dreyfuss), hoping someone else can steady his life. […]

"Be of Good Courage, and He shall Strengthen Your Heart" - Psalms 31:24

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