IFRI, MAY 1, 2026
Matthew 17 and the Faith That Comes Down the Mountain
Matthew 17 holds mountain glory and valley struggle together, teaching that even small faith can keep listening to Christ in ordinary life.
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Daily log · most recent firstIIFRI, MAY 1, 2026
Matthew 18 and the Weight of Mercy
Matthew 18 gives a plain pattern for humility, reconciliation, and forgiveness that stops counting. It is searching, practical, and hard in the right ways.
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IIITHU, APR 30, 2026
Articles of Faith and the Shape of Belief
The Articles of Faith give a concise, sturdy outline of Latter-day Saint belief and still offer a useful measuring stick for daily discipleship.
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IVTHU, APR 30, 2026
Genesis 16 and the God Who Sees
Genesis 16 shows what happens when Abram and Sarai force a promise, and why Hagar's meeting with the God who sees her still matters.
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VTHU, APR 30, 2026
D&C 16 and the Thing of Most Worth
D&C 16 gives Peter Whitmer Jr. the same clear answer as John Whitmer: the thing of most worth is bringing souls to Christ.
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VITHU, APR 30, 2026
1 Nephi 16 and the Ball That Pointed True
1 Nephi 16 brings the Liahona, the long desert road, and Ishmael's death into one honest chapter about guidance that does not cancel hardship.
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VIITHU, APR 30, 2026
Matthew 16 and the Weight of a Witness
Matthew 16 contrasts sign-seeking with revelation, centers Peter's witness of Christ, and shows the cost of true discipleship.
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VIIIWED, APR 29, 2026
Matthew 15 and the Thing Beneath the Surface
Matthew 15 shows Jesus looking past ritual, honoring stubborn faith, and feeding the hungry with compassion that reaches further than expected.
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IXWED, APR 29, 2026
1 Nephi 15 and the Handhold in the Dark
1 Nephi 15 explains the tree of life, the iron rod, the great and spacious building, and the gathering of Israel through the olive tree image.
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XWED, APR 29, 2026
D&C 15 and the Thing of Most Worth
D&C 15 answers John Whitmer's question about what matters most: declaring repentance and helping souls come unto Christ.
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