Obey the Word of Wisdom
The Word of Wisdom, as given to the Prophet Joseph Smith, teaches that we are to eat healthy foods and avoid harmful substances, including alcohol, tobacco, tea, coffee, and harmful or habit-forming drugs. As we show our faith and adhere to the Word of Wisdom, God in turn promises blessings of health, wisdom, and great knowledge.
Lisa remembers a time she wanted to find peace and happiness
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I thought I was happy, going to parties and things, but at the same time I felt there was more to life. The Mormon Church helped me understand how to find lasting peace and happiness.
Linda - My Mormon Friends Didn't Drink Wine
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When I agreed to visit a Mormon Church service with a friend, I was apprehensive. But when I entered the building I felt as if I was home.
Your body is a precious gift from God. To help keep your body and mind healthy and strong, God wants you to follow the law of health He gave to Joseph Smith in 1833. This law is known as the
In addition to emphasizing the benefits of proper eating and physical and spiritual health, God has spoken against the use of:
- Tobacco.
- Alcohol.
- Coffee and tea.
- Harmful, habit-forming drugs.
Your body is instrumental in bringing you both pain and great joy. A healthy lifestyle promotes a sense of well-being. Exercise, eating and sleeping properly, and a cheerful attitude will all contribute to your happiness. Today, the scientific community promotes many of the same principles that a loving Heavenly Father gave to Joseph Smith nearly two centuries ago.
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