What Mormons Believe

A summary of the core beliefs and doctrines of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons), told through interviews with Church members. Topics touched upon include God the Father, His Son, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost; living prophets and modern revelation; the eternal nature of families; and Christlike service to our fellow men.

Home and Family (Mormons)

The family is the most basic and important unit in society and the highest priority for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Visit Mormon homes throughout the world and hear members talk about why family matters so much and what they are doing to strengthen home and family by focusing on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

The Church at a Glance (Mormons)

A brief overview of the history, doctrine, organization and practices of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, told through unscripted interviews with members and others familiar with the Church. This video and 11 others were created by the Church as resources for anyone seeking to share or learn more about what Mormons believe.

Through Small Things

Following a challenge from their bishop, three youth learn what it takes to make their home a holy place.

What have you done to help make your home a holy place? 

A Secure Anchor

Just like rock climbing alone can be dangerous, living your life without the help of the Savior can have disastrous consequences. Elder Richard G. Scott teaches: "True, enduring happiness, with the accompanying strength, courage, and capacity to overcome the greatest difficulties, will come as you center your life in Jesus Christ. Obedience to His teachings provides a secure ascent in the journey of life."

Jesus Acclaims John the Baptist / Come Unto Me

Jesus acclaims John the Baptist; rebukes unbelievers; and declares His burden is light.

Matthew 11:1-30

Peter's Revelation to Take the Gospel to the Gentiles

Peter follows the commandment of the Lord to take the gospel to the Gentiles.


Acts 10:1-48; 11:1-18

Book of Mormon: Messages from Heaven

President Monson and President Erying encouraged youth to read the Book of Mormon. Youth from Eastern Europe share what they have learned from reading the Book of Mormon and writing down their impressions.

Unto all the World: Finding Peace in Temple Work

It can be difficult to imagine something as significant as temple worship being any more meaningful than it already is. But that is the promise to those who search out information on their own ancestors and receive the saving ordinances of the temple on their behalf.

“When you’re already going to the temple, … you are already receiving blessings,” says Julene Davidson, a family history consultant in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, USA. “So sometimes it’s hard to see how it can be so much better.”

Forgive 70 times 7

Jesus explains how we are to treat our offending brethren.

Matthew 18: 21-35
21Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?
22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.
23 Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants.
24 And when he had begun to reckon, one was brought unto him, which owed him ten thousand talents.
25 But forasmuch as he had not to pay, his lord commanded him to be sold, and his wife, and children, and all that he had, and payment to be made.
26 The servant therefore fell down, and worshipped him, saying, Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay thee all.
27 Then the lord of that servant was moved with compassion, and loosed him, and forgave him the debt.
28 But the same servant went out, and found one of his fellowservants, which owed him an hundred pence: and he laid hands on him, and took him by the throat, saying, Pay me that thou owest.
29 And his fellowservant fell down at his feet, and besought him, saying, Have patience with me, and I will pay thee all.
30 And he would not: but went and cast him into prison, till he should pay the debt.
31 So when his fellowservants saw what was done, they were very sorry, and came and told unto their lord all that was done.
32 Then his lord, after that he had called him, said unto him, O thou wicked servant, I forgave thee all that debt, because thou desiredst me:
33 Shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee?
34 And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due unto him.
35 So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses.

The Prodigal Son

Jesus tells the parable of the prodigal son.

Luke 15:11-32

Origin

The best way to find truth is to go to the origin, our Heavenly Father, and ask for inspiration through prayer.

Enduring Love

Watch how this couple demonstrates pure love and service in their marriage—even though they have to endure debilitating physical adversity.
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Adding "Family" to Family History Work

In this video, Elder Russell M. Nelson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles testifies of how family history helps Heavenly Father rescue and bless our ancestors, and Church members describe the inspiring process of working as a family to take their own family names to the temple.

“We hope that all the people in the Church will be able to have that sublime experience of doing temple ordinance work for their own people,” said Elder Nelson. “It is one of the most wonderful ways of solidifying a family around their faith to realize that they’ve been serving their ancestors on the other side of the veil.”

It all starts with Love

“It all starts with love,” Elder Russell M. Nelson says in this video about the service families perform in the temple for their own ancestors.

Kim and Wynette Christensen found peace serving in the temple after their son died in a tragic car accident. “The peace and the healing began immediately,” said Kim. “It’s been a great reminder of our purpose as a family as we have gone to the temple.”

Now doing family history and temple work has greater meaning for the Christensens. “The promises of the temple have so much more meaning when you consider who you’re doing the work for,” Kim says.

“We hope that all the people in the Church will be able to have that sublime experience of doing temple ordinance work for their own people,” says Elder Nelson. 

Remember What It Takes to Be a Good Father

This nondenominational video, which celebrates a father's influence in a child's life, invites viewers to "remember the men who've taught you what it takes to be a good father." Father's Day is celebrated this Sunday, 16 June 2013, in the United States and other countries.

Watch a similar nondenominational video about mothers.

What the scriptures mean to me

This new video produced by the Church (found at lds.org/scriptures/heritage) shows members describing their personal experiences with the scriptures.

The Kingdom of Heaven

Matthew 13:44-51

44Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field.

45Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls:

46Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it.

47Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind:

48Which, when it was full, they drew to shore, and sat down, and gathered the good into vessels, but cast the bad away.

49So shall it be at the end of the world: the angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the just,

50And shall cast them into the furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.

51Jesus saith unto them, Have ye understood all these things? They say unto him, Yea, Lord.

Knowing God’s Plan Helps Us Endure in Faith

In this video, Elder Nelson testifies that knowledge of the plan of salvation can help us endure the trials of mortality.

“Even though the going is tough sometimes,” he said, “we can endure, and enduring in faith will allow us to have that great blessing of life eternal with our Heavenly Father, with the Lord Jesus Christ, and with our families and loved ones, never to be separated from them.”

Parable: The Wheat and the Tares

Jesus explains the meaning of the parable of the wheat and tares.

Matthew 13:36-43

36 Then Jesus sent the multitude away, and went into the house: and his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field.
37 He answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man;
38 The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one;
39 The enemy that sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the world; and the reapers are the angels.
40 As therefore the tares are gathered and burned in the fire; so shall it be in the end of this world.
41 The Son of man shall send forth his angels, and they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that offend, and them which do iniquity;
42 And shall cast them into a furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.
43 Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

The Greatest Commandment

Jesus declares the first and great commandment is to love God with all your heart.

A Mother's Hope

When President Uchtdorf was a young child, he learned that his mother was a great example of how hope and faith can overcome fear.

First Presidency Message: Examples in Ministering

(7 of 7) President Eyring testifies that the Savior Jesus Christ is the greatest minister. Christ showed unmatched respect for His mother. He ministered powerfully among the women, children, and men who were spiritually drawn to Him.

First Presidency Message: The Priesthood Is a Gift

(6 of 7) President Eyring explains that the priesthood is an expression of God's love.

First Presidency Message: Righteous Leadership

(5 of 7) President Eyring teaches that a loving family is a priceless gift from God, who wants us to live in loving families with Him for eternity.