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Come, Follow Me with FAIR – The Family: A Proclamation to the World – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

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The True Definition of “Preside”

by Autumn Dickson

The Family Proclamation turned 30 this year. It is a document that teaches about God’s plan for families. Though many believe it to be outdated, I testify of its ongoing relevance. Its principles hold truth that can protect and save. If everyone went home and tried to follow the principles within this document, society would evolve overnight. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – The Family: A Proclamation to the World – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

The Eternal Gift of Testimony

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In his October 2025 General Conference address, “The Eternal Gift of Testimony,” Elder Kevin G. Brown taught that testimony is a divine gift from God—one that is meant to endure opposition, grow through effort, and be strengthened by righteous choice. Drawing on personal experience and prophetic teaching, he emphasized that testimony is not something we passively receive and then permanently possess, but something we must actively choose, nurture, and defend.

This addresses an important question many wrestle with: If testimony truly comes from God, shouldn’t it come effortlessly—and remain without effort? [Read more…] about The Eternal Gift of Testimony

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – The Articles of Faith and Official Declarations 1 and 2 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

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If God is so Powerful, Why Didn’t He Just Stop Their Enemies?

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I want to share something from the Official Declaration 1, the declaration that ended the practice of polygamy in the latter-days. This post isn’t specifically about polygamy, but the principle I want to teach is being taught through the polygamy example. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – The Articles of Faith and Official Declarations 1 and 2 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – The Articles of Faith and Official Declarations 1 and 2 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

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When Things Feel Unfair, Remember This About Christ’s Atonement

by Autumn Dickson

In the past, I have shied away from talking about the Official Declarations, not because I don’t believe what’s in them, but because I feel that there are an immense number of people who can speak on those subjects with more knowledge, wisdom, and personal experience than I can. That being said, I do my best to simply share what the Lord wants me to share, and if I get some of the details wrong, the principles that I teach are true and I figure the Lord forgives me and is proud of me for making the attempt.

This week, we read about polygamy and race and the priesthood. For many, these are not easy topics. This post is not to try and convince anyone that the Church is true. Rather, I hope that this post can comfort those who still believe that this church holds the fullness of the gospel but simultaneously feel pain when reading these declarations. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – The Articles of Faith and Official Declarations 1 and 2 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

The Lord Is Hastening His Work

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In his October 2025 General Conference address, Elder Quentin L. Cook taught that while the Lord is hastening His work across the world, discipleship remains deeply personal: it is a covenant journey built on steady effort, not flawless performance. He emphasized that even as converts and longtime members feel inadequate or underprepared, the Lord invites all to progress along the covenant path with faith and patience.

A common misconception arises here: If I don’t understand everything or live flawlessly, am I really ready for temple covenants? [Read more…] about The Lord Is Hastening His Work

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 137–138 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

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Nine Years: Why God Lets Good People Wait for Answers

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This is a message for anyone who feels that they have found God and love Him, but also carry around a doctrine or policy that doesn’t make sense to them; this is for anyone who is having a difficult time reconciling the idea of a loving God (with whom they’ve had good experiences) with doctrines that don’t seem loving to them. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 137–138 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 137–138 – Mike Parker

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Joseph Smith’s Vision of the Celestial Kingdom; Joseph F. Smith’s Vision of the Spirit World (D&C 137–138)

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(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)

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FAIR December Newsletter

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Dear Friends,

As we enter this sacred Christmas season, we are grateful for your ongoing support of FAIR’s mission to defend, explain, and share the gospel of Jesus Christ. December brings opportunities for light, service, and giving—and FAIR has several important updates to share with you.

🎁 GIVING TUESDAY — DECEMBER 2

We urgently need your help.

This year, FAIR has been blessed with a generous matching donor, meaning every dollar you give on Giving Tuesday will be doubled. Your donation—large or small—directly fuels:

  • Research and articles that answer difficult questions
  • FAIR’s Come, Follow Me resources
  • The FAIR Conference
  • Outreach that strengthens testimonies across the world

We cannot do this work without your support.
If FAIR has helped you or someone you love, please consider making FAIR part of your Giving Tuesday plans. Your gift will make double the impact.

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Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 137–138 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

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The Spirit World is Already Here

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We have the opportunity to read two revelations this week. Despite the different times in which they were given, the two revelations were placed together in the Doctrine and Covenants, and they hold more power in that manner. The first recorded vision was received by Joseph Smith, and the second recorded vision was given to Joseph F. Smith. I want to share a couple of verses from the section given to Joseph F. Smith regarding the spirit world. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 137–138 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

Prophets of God 

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In her October 2025 General Conference message, Sister Andrea Muñoz Spannaus taught that recognizing and trusting living prophets is essential for navigating “the many voices” of our day. Just like the woman of Shunem who discerned that Elisha was “a holy man of God,” we too can receive a personal witness of God’s chosen servants.

But a thoughtful question arises in our time: Why should modern believers place their trust in a living prophet? [Read more…] about Prophets of God