Art’s Favorites
Things I use, like, and recommend.
No giant product dump. Just books, tools, apps, and useful things that have earned a real recommendation.
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Apps, subscriptions & study tools
Featured tools
A short list of digital tools and practical supplies that make scripture study and family media more useful.
App
ScriptInk
Read, highlight, write, draw, and reflect directly in your digital scriptures.
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Missionary FavoritesPocket camera
Tiny Keychain Camera
It shoots photos and 2K video, has a built-in screen, a rotating lens, 21 filters, and 16GB of storage. It won’t replace a real camera, but it’s perfect for capturing random little moments from something hanging right on your keys or bag.
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Missionary FavoritesPhone stand
Magnetic Carabiner Phone Stand
This ridiculously useful stand clips onto a bag, then opens into a phone stand or mini tripod. It’s MagSafe compatible, rotates 180 degrees, has magnets on both sides, and includes a hidden hook for video calls, photos, studying, or desk use.
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Missionary FavoritesFocus tool
Fidget Rings
Missionaries spend a lot of time sitting—studying, meeting, training, planning, traveling, and waiting. These small, quiet rings give restless hands something subtle to do without becoming a distracting neon fidget toy.
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Missionary FavoritesPocket keyboard
Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard
Perfect for writing emails, typing up messages, and taking notes right from a phone. It folds down small enough to toss into a backpack or even a pocket, making it especially handy for missionaries on the go.
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Journaling scriptures
Line Upon Line Journaling Scriptures
Beautiful wide-margin scripture editions made for notes, insights, art, and deeper study.
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Missionary FavoritesFaith-inspired apparel
B.O.M. Socks
Comfortable Book of Mormon-inspired socks that make an easy, meaningful gift.
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Missionary FavoritesWearable tech
LUL Bands
NFC scripture bands that open a fresh Book of Mormon verse with a tap—no app required.
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Membership + app
RHH Lifted Membership
Weekly Come, Follow Me guidance and family study tools from The Red Headed Hostess, all organized in the Lifted app.
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Streaming
Living Scriptures+
Faith-centered streaming for more meaningful family screen time and gospel learning.
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Missionary FavoritesStudy tool
Transparent Sticky Notes
Add notes and prompts to scripture pages without covering the text underneath.
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Old Testament resources
Options for academic context, family study, youth readers, verse-by-verse help, and making it all the way through.
Study Bible
New Oxford Annotated Study Bible (NRSV)
An academic study Bible with extensive notes, essays, maps, and historical context.
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Youth study
NIV Teen Study Bible
Approachable notes and study features designed to help teenagers connect with the text.
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Young readers
NIrV Adventure Bible for Young Readers
An accessible Bible edition with activities and explanations for younger readers.
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Bible literacy
The Bible Says So
A readable companion for thinking more carefully about familiar biblical claims and assumptions.
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Commentary
Verse-By-Verse Old Testament
A practical reference for working through difficult passages one section at a time.
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Reading guide
Old Testament: Start to Finish
A guided path through the Old Testament for readers who want structure and momentum.
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Journal edition
Old Testament Made Easier Journal Edition
Study commentary paired with space to capture questions, impressions, and teaching ideas.
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Translation
A New Translation of Isaiah
Donald W. Parry’s translation draws on ancient scrolls and texts, with readable language and clearly arranged poetry.
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Study guide
Isaiah For Airheads
John Bytheway’s approachable guide offers tools for finding your way through Isaiah’s teachings.
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Commentary
Isaiah Made Easier
David J. Ridges explains Isaiah’s verses and symbolism in both the Bible and the Book of Mormon.
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Books worth your time
Resources for deeper scripture study and more thoughtful conversations about growth, belonging, and Church life.
Belonging
Torn
A thoughtful look at why people we love leave the Church and what their experiences can teach us.
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Missionary FavoritesScripture study
Annotated Study Book of Mormon
A study edition with notes and visual helps for closer reading and teaching preparation.
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Personal growth
Using Friction to Grow
Robin Ritch on turning resistance, tension, and difficult moments into opportunities for growth.
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Faithful inquiry
Answering Questions About Church Finances
A BYU Studies article modeling rigorous, transparent, and faithful inquiry into a complicated subject.
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