The Continuous Atonement by Brad Wilcox is about the Atonement of Jesus Christ and how we need to be saved and redeemed on a continual basis. This book is perfect for anyone struggling with any trial including death, hopelessness, addiction, bad habits, temptations, and the challenges of every-day life.

Read this review to learn more including how many stars I gave it, and the pro's and con's.

One of the ways in which members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints celebrate Pioneer Day (July 24th) is with an annual Pioneer Day Commemoration Concert. The Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra will perform in the Conference Center at Temple Square on Friday, July 17 and is free, although tickets are required. The concert will be broadcast over satellite and the Internet on the following day.

Learn more about the Mormon Pioneers such as the Mormon Pioneer Trail or visit the Mormon Pioneers Category for additional resources.

LDS Media Talk has posted a great list of Official Church Websites. Although I regularly use many of these sites, and am aware of most of the others, I still found a few I'd missed or hadn't taken time to browse through before.

In this profile of Jesus Christ learn how He is the only begotten son of God, the Creator, our Savior, and how He is the perfect example. Also read about Christ's atonement, crucifixion, and resurrection.

Because God communicates with us through His chosen prophets there have been prophets called in ancient times as well as in these modern days.

In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints there have been 16 prophets called of God, including Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, and Thomas S. Monson, but as the poll tool will only allow up to 10 choices I wasn't able to list all of them. If your favorite Latter-day prophet is not listed here please post his name in the comments.


One of my favorite Latter-day prophets is Howard W. Hunter. Although he was only the president of the Church for a short period of time, he was the prophet when I personally came to know for myself that God had called a living prophet upon the Earth during these modern times. While listening to President Hunter speak at a General Conference broadcast I felt the Holy Ghost witness to me that this man was God's chosen prophet.

Previous poll: Who's Your Favorite New Testament Prophet?

As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we are taught that families can be together forever. One way to help families be united is by holding regular family prayer. President Thomas S. Monson, when speaking about family prayer, said:

"As a people, aren't we grateful that family prayer is not an out-of-date practice with us? There is not a more beautiful sight in all this world than to see a family praying together. There is real meaning behind the oft-quoted adage: 'The family that prays together stays together.'

"The Lord directed that we have family prayer when He said: 'Pray in your families unto the Father, always in my name, that your wives and your children may be blessed.' (3 Ne. 18:21.)" ("Heavenly Homes, Forever Families," Ensign, Oct 1991, 2).

Through modern revelation the Lord has commanded:

"Organize yourselves; prepare every needful thing; and establish a house, even a house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of faith, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God" (D&C 88:119).

In addition to having family prayer another way to strengthen a family is by holding regular Family Home Evening (FHE). Family Home Evening isn't just for Mormon families but can be easily adapted for all families.

Learn more about Family Home Evening, browse through these Family Home Evening resources, and then plan your first FHE by using this Family Home Evening Outline.

Want to know more about God's plan for having an eternal family? Read The Family: A Proclamation to the World.

God knows us and loves us. He is aware of the hardship and troubles that come from unmanaged Family Finances, especially the ever increasing burden of consumer debt. The prophet Isaiah said:

"Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not bread? and your labour for that which satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye that which is good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness" (Isaiah 55:2).

To achieve financial freedom God's inspired prophets have taught us to observe these five steps:

1. Pay Tithes and Offerings
2. Avoid Debt
3. Use a Budget
4. Build a Reserve
5. Teach Family Members

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has created a financial course, Peace in Your Hearts: Managing Household Finances Wisely which is an online video explaining each of these steps. The site explains that the "course will help you understand debt, and manage your finances to avoid or eliminate it in your life. These lessons will help you understand what you need to change, and the steps you need to take to be successful."

This financial information is also summarized in a simple, yet valuable pamphlet, "All is Safely Gathered In," which includes a blank budget on the back and is available in other languages. The Church has several financial calculators and other excellent resources for achieving financial freedom, including the booklet, "One for the Money," which shows how to use a budget and eliminate debt.

During His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus Christ said:

"Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:

"But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart" (Matt 5:27-28).

Committing adultery is one of the greatest sins. Only the sins of murder and denying of the Holy Ghost are greater. Being faithful in marriage includes keeping ones thoughts and words clean and is part of God's Law of Chastity.

Although adultery is a grave sin a person can repent and be cleansed through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. In these Latter-days the Lord revealed the following:

"Thou shalt love thy wife with all thy heart, and shalt cleave unto her and none else.

"And he that looketh upon a woman to lust after her shall deny the faith, and shall not have the Spirit; and if he repents not he shall be cast out.

"Thou shalt not commit adultery; and he that committeth adultery, and repenteth not, shall be cast out.

"But he that has committed adultery and repents with all his heart, and forsaketh it, and doeth it no more, thou shalt forgive." (D&C 42:22-25).

To cleave to one's spouse means to join together. In your family your spouse should be your first priority:

"The covenant between Adam and Eve is summarized in Genesis 2:24: 'Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.' [Gen. 2:24] Referring to this scripture, President Spencer W. Kimball commented, 'Do you note that? She, the woman, occupies the first place. She is preeminent, even above the parents who are so dear to all of us. Even the children must take their proper but significant place....' (Ensign, Mar. 1976, p. 72.)

"Marriage is not just a social contract between man and woman; it involves God as well. God is a witness to all marriage agreements and insists that couples should be devoted and completely faithful to each other." (James M. Harper, "'A Man … Shall Cleave unto His Wife': Marriage and Family Advice from the Old Testament," Ensign, Jan 1990, 28).

Marital infidelity is often the result of selfishness and can be the manifestation of a sexual addiction, but there is hope for those who humble themselves and turn to the Lord.

Learn how you can have an eternal family and increase the love in your marriage with these 12 Ways to Have a Happy Marriage.

Many ancient prophets are found in the New Testament of The Bible. Which New Testament prophet is your favorite? Why? I purposely did not include Jesus Christ in this poll, because, as the Son of God and Savior/Redeemer of all mankind he is the greatest prophet of them all. If your favorite isn't listed in the poll please post his name in the comments and share with us why he's your favorite.


One of my favorite New Testament prophets is Thomas. Thomas has forever been known as the apostle who doubted the resurrection of Jesus Christ until he saw the Savior with his own eyes. We often overlook the fact that although Christ reprimanded Thomas for his lack of faith He still forgave him. How strong is our own faith? Would we have believed and doubted not? Also, Thomas "strength of character made him willing to face persecution and death with his Lord" (Guide to the Scriptures: Thomas).

If you don't know what a prophet is read this article to find out, or request a free copy of The Bible.

Previous poll: Who's Your Favorite Old Testament Prophet?

Why do members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints celebrate Pioneer Day and what is the purpose of this LDS holiday? Find out in this FAQ, including when Pioneer Day is celebrated and some of the ways in which Latter-day Saints remember the Mormon Pioneers.