It is often said that distance makes the heart grow fonder. After spending my first two years of married life separated by the Pacific Ocean and then some, I feel that this is a rather unique experience that I have learned and strengthened my faith from. Long-distance marriages symbolize a profound commitment challenged by physical separation, communication barriers, and emotional longing. Through struggling through and overcoming these challenges together with my wife, Farah, I have some...

When I was asked to write an article for the bulletin many months ago, I was eager to contribute. However, as I sat down to think about...