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Learning to Trust God with My Parents

August 30, 2026 Larry Gaian 0

Learning to trust God with my parents has become one of the most personal parts of my discipleship. Both of my parents have passed away. They were sealed by proxy, and I’ve been sealed to […]

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 […]

“Thus Saith the Lord” Today

July 19, 2026 Larry Gaian 0

The phrase “thus saith the Lord” first jumped out at me while I was reading 1 Kings and 2 Kings. I had seen it before, but this time it kept popping up, almost as if […]

Church Should Feel Like Home

July 12, 2026 Larry Gaian 0

The other day, I drove past a local church, and their sign made me hit the brakes: “Church Should Feel Like Home.” At first, I found myself nodding and thinking, “Yes, absolutely.” Then my very […]

Why True Remembrance Demands Movement

July 9, 2026 Larry Gaian 0

“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 […]

“Remember” – Mosiah: A Covenant Word

July 5, 2026 Larry Gaian 0

“Remember” is my favorite word in the Book of Mormon; however, it’s not just because it pops up a lot. In Mosiah, remember is a covenant word. It is not just about recalling facts. It […]

Mosiah 2:41: How One Verse Holds the Whole Plan of Salvation

June 25, 2026 BBQGRAIL 0

Some scriptures wrap up everything God wants for us in just a few words. Mosiah 2:41 does exactly that. King Benjamin, in just a handful of lines, lays out God’s purpose, our journey here, the […]

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 to have nothing in common. One is about making covenants at the Waters of Mormon, and the other is a […]