AP 290: Bonus Episode: How To Persevere When Spiritual Doors Seem Closed

<p>It has been almost two years since I first publicly shared about my faith crisis. It was something that I had battled with in my mind for many years, but took a long time to share with close friends and family. And then I shared it on <a href= "https://aboutprogress.com/navigating-lds-faith-crises/" target= "_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">this podcast</a>. The response was overwhelming and wonderful, and to this day I have talked with many of you about it. Today I bring the follow up, letting you know where I am now, and how to persevere when spiritual doors seem closed.</p> <p> </p> <p>Whether you have also questioned, or struggled with your faith, or if you haven't, I think my insight is worth listening to. For those who have felt like me, I have narrowed it down to 5 things that fuel my faith perseverance. They are not your typical answers, I hope they help guide you, too. For those that don't understand this type of struggle, I hope you listen and it will help you when you cross paths with someone like me.</p> <p> </p> <p>I believe that unity is not all having the same thoughts, but is having the same purpose. We are all lost lambs seeking each other. I am different AND I am enough, and so are you.</p> <p> </p> <p>More information on: <a href= "https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2018-12-1400-what-are-temple-garments?lang=eng" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">temple garments</a>, <a href= "https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/race-and-the-priesthood?lang=eng" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">race and the priesthood</a>, <a href= "https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/mother-in-heaven?lang=eng" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mother in Heaven</a>, <a href= "https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/plural-marriage-in-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints?lang=eng" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">plural marriage</a>.<br data-rich-text-line-break="true" />