ISUN, JUL 12, 2026
Mosiah 23: Why Alma Refused to Be King in Helam
David Whitaker reflects on Mosiah 23, where Alma refuses the crown and teaches his people to govern themselves under God.
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Short scripture reflections and practical discipleship notes by David Whitaker. The slow, steady work of faith and the kind of life that has to be built on purpose.
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One passage of scripture. One practical take. Short enough to read standing up.
LDS Daily Path publishes short scripture reflections and practical discipleship notes. Each entry takes one passage of scripture and works out one clear, honest takeaway a reader can carry into a day of work, family life, and prayer.
I write the way I build a table: slowly, square if I can manage it, and honest about the parts that took more work than I thought they would. No hot takes. No shouting. Just one idea at a time.
— D.
Most of what I care about falls into the durable category. A table that stays square. A habit that holds in a hard season. A sentence that does not come apart when you lean on it.
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D&C 89: The Word of Wisdom and the Principle with Promise
David Whitaker reflects on D&C 89, the Word of Wisdom, and what it means to care for the body as a temple.
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IIISUN, JUL 12, 2026
Exodus 39: Moses Inspects the Finished Work of the Tabernacle
David Whitaker reflects on Exodus 39, where the priestly garments are completed and Moses inspects the finished work.
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IVSUN, JUL 12, 2026
2 Corinthians 12: My Grace Is Sufficient for Thee
David Whitaker reflects on 2 Corinthians 12, where Paul shares his vision of the third heaven and learns that grace is sufficient in weakness.
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VSUN, JUL 12, 2026
2 Corinthians 13: Examine Yourselves Whether Ye Be in the Faith
David Whitaker reflects on 2 Corinthians 13, where Paul calls the Saints to examine themselves and ends with the benediction of grace, love, and communion.
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VISAT, JUL 11, 2026
Exodus 38: The Altar of Burnt Offering, the Laver, and the Court
David Whitaker reflects on Exodus 38, where the altar of burnt offering, the laver, and the court of the Tabernacle are built from the materials the people brought.
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VIISAT, JUL 11, 2026
Mosiah 22: How Gideon Helped Limhi's People Escape Bondage
David Whitaker reflects on Mosiah 22, where Gideon devises a plan for Limhi's people to escape Lamanite bondage by night.
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VIIISAT, JUL 11, 2026
D&C 88: The Olive Leaf and the Light of Christ
David Whitaker reflects on D&C 88, the Olive Leaf revelation, covering the Light of Christ, the kingdoms of glory, and the School of the Prophets.
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IXSAT, JUL 11, 2026
2 Corinthians 10: Weapons of Our Warfare Are Not Carnal
David Whitaker reflects on 2 Corinthians 10, where Paul defends his authority and teaches that the weapons of spiritual warfare are mighty through God.
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XSAT, JUL 11, 2026
2 Corinthians 11: Paul's Sufferings and False Apostles
David Whitaker reflects on 2 Corinthians 11, where Paul warns against false apostles and catalogs his sufferings as the true credentials of a servant of Christ.
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About this site
FAQ- What is LDS Daily Path?
- LDS Daily Path publishes short scripture reflections and practical discipleship notes by David Whitaker, written to help readers apply one passage of scripture to ordinary daily life.
- Who writes LDS Daily Path?
- David Whitaker is the sole author. David is a 47-year-old principal software engineer, woodworker, private helicopter pilot, and father of four living south of Salt Lake City.
- Is LDS Daily Path an official Church publication?
- No. LDS Daily Path is an independent devotional publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- What topics does the site cover?
- Daily scripture reflections, practical faith, fatherhood, craftsmanship, quiet productivity, and the small habits of steady discipleship — written in a measured, craftsman register rather than a shouty one.
- How often is a new reflection published?
- David aims for short reflections several times a week. New posts appear on the homepage and in the archive.