David W. Patten: A Legacy of Faith and Sacrifice
Written by Barton Golding
Question: David W. Patten is mentioned in D&C 114:1; 124:19, 130. What kind of a man was David W. Patten, and what wish did he have that was fulfilled at...
Stand & Shine – Inspiring the light within us all to be a beacon in the dark
Our purpose for Latter Day Light is to strengthen the Lord’s children in standing up and shining bright through Christ-centered messages of the Restored Gospel. While we are not affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we abide by its standards and support its doctrine.
Latter Day Light is best known for its Daily Devotional Newsletter, which was started in 2001. Each day our inspirational email shares positive messages on how to fuel your faith in your journey back to our Celestial home. We challenge all who visit our website and receive our newsletter to be a beacon of hope and strength by sharing your divine light with others and standing as a witness of Christ.
People of Church History
William W. Phelps: The Pen Behind the Praise
Written by Barton Golding
Q: William Wines Phelps is mentioned in D&C 55; 57:11-12; 58:40-41; 61: Introduction; 67: Introduction; 70:1; 85: Introduction. What was one of the most famous publications printed on his press?...
Orson Pratt: A Pioneer of the Spirit and the Stars
Written by Barton Golding
Q: Orson Pratt is mentioned in D&C 34; 52:26; 75:14; 124:129; 136:13. How old was Orson Pratt when he was ordained to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles? How did...
Parley P. Pratt: The Man Who Loved the Book More Than Riches
Written by Barton Golding
Q: Parley P. Pratt is mentioned in D&C 32:4; D&C 50:37; D&C 52:26; D&C 97:3-5; D&C 103:30, 37; D&C 124:129. What were the words spoken by the Prophet Joseph in...
Zera Pulsipher
Written by Barton Golding
Q: Zera Pulsipher is mentioned in D&C 124:138. Did Zera have something to do with the conversion of Wilford Woodruff and the settlement of the town of Hebron, Utah? A:...
Charles C. Rich
Written by Barton Golding
Q: Charles C. Rich is mentioned in D&C 124:132. How many years did he serve as an apostle in the Council of the Twelve Apostles? Is St. Charles, Rich County...
Scripture Study
“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord” (Psalm 33:12)
Written by Barton Golding
The prophet Nephi began his record with the explanation that in the days of Zedekiah, prophets came to warn the people that “they must repent, or the great city Jerusalem...
“O Man, Remember, and Perish Not” (Mosiah 4:30)
Written by Barton Golding
Joseph Smith stated that "the great thing for us to know is to comprehend what God did institute before the foundation of the world" (Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith,...
The Blessings that come from Daily Scripture Study
Written by Paul Wilson
For the last year my Church calling has been teaching Sunday school for the 14 to 18 year olds. At the beginning of this year I felt strongly to share...
The Value of a Free Bible
Written by Paul Wilson
During my time as a missionary, we piloted a media program that provided free Bibles through the Church's commercials. The Church had recently launched an aggressive media campaign, offering many...
The Symbolism of Numbers Found in the Scriptures
Written by Paul Wilson
Here is what I have written in my scriptures from my seminary days: Number Scriptural Symbolism 1 God, Genesis, beginning 2 Christ, opposition, deliverance 3 Holy Ghost, Godhead, solid, divine...