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2009

The Continuous Atonement


Brad Wilcox - 2009
    Everyone knows that. But when the priest flubs it, what happens? Even though the expectation of perfection cannot be lowered, the person giving the prayer gets a second chance, and a third, and a fourth, if he needs them. No matter how many mistakes he makes along the way, when he does finally get it right, the outcome is counted as perfect and acceptable."God, like the bishop, cannot lower the standard that we ultimately become perfect," writes Brad Wilcox, "but He can give us many opportunities to start again. . . . Perfection is our long-term goal, but for now our goal is progress in that direction - continues progress that is possible only through the continuous Atonement."

Daughters of God


M. Russell Ballard - 2009
    "While women live in homes under many different circumstances--married, single, widowed, or divorced, some with children and some without--all are beloved of God, and He has a plan for His righteous daughters to receive the highest blessings of eternity," writes Elder M. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the Twelve. Elder Ballard's respect and love for women are evident in the way he speaks about them, which he has done in several landmark addresses in recent years. Daughters of God presents three of those classic messages to and about women, accented with inspirational images. A perfect gift, this meaningful book will lift and encourage women in all of life's circumstances.

Your Endowment


Mark A. Shields - 2009
    In this remarkable volume, Mark Shields, an experienced gospel teacher, casts new light on the symbolism inherent in temple ordinances and provides a wealth of insights that will change the way you worship. Whether you've been attending the temple for years or are preparing to enter for the first time, you will learn to love the temple, understand its purposes, and appreciate the rich symbolism it embodies. Your Endowment is a must-read for anyone looking to get more from temple worship.

Thou Shalt Be Nice!


Hank Smith - 2009
    In order to make themselves more "popular," teens often break into little groups and pick on someone who doesn't fit in.In this entertaining talk, he describes how his life was changed by the example of someone who didn't follow the flock, but instead reached out to others to help them feel loved.

The John Bytheway Collection, Volume 2


John Bytheway - 2009
    Volume 2 also includes a bonus talk titled Be Thou an Example of the Believers the 2009 theme for the young men and young women. Volume 2 includes: What Are You Carrying in Your Backpack? How to Be Totally Miserable How to Be an Extraordinary Teen Dating 911 (2 CDs) What I Wish I d Known When I Was Single Bytheway, It s John: The Second Verse You re Gonna Make It Honoring the Priesthood as a Deacon, a Teacher, and a Priest (2 CDs) NEW! Be Thou an Example of the Believers

Achieving Your Life Mission


Randal A. Wright - 2009
    But how do you know what those tasks are? In Achieving Your Life Mission, Randal Wright guides you through the process of finding and fulfilling those unique tasks by asking the Lord specific questions, learning to recognize your gifts, teaching yourself to turn weaknesses into strengths, and much more. Using insightful stories from the lives of both ancient and modern prophets, Randal shows how even the most perfect men have their weaknesses. Become the person you promised you would be and begin achieving your life mission today.

Choosing Glory


Lili DeHoyos Anderson - 2009
    Dr. Anderson applies a three realms perspective to daily choices, dating, marriage, parenting, stress, and progression. She offers concrete tools to help us find safety from telestial elements that threaten our peace and reminds us that we were meant for more than a good terrestrial life. This book invites us to recognize that every day we are--in fact--choosing glory.

Seeing As God Sees: Discovering the Wonder of Ourselves and Others


S. Michael Wilcox - 2009
    In this inspiring presentation, gifted teacher Michael Wilcox helps us recognize the wonder and power in each of us. With personal stories and fresh perspectives about scriptural accounts, he explains that, while we may see our weakness and failings, God always sees our potential. Brother Wilcox teaches that God puts things in our lives that help prepare us for future challenges. He bears witness that we all have spiritual gifts to give each other and to the Church even though we don t always recognize it. Stories about a report card, about the importance of nicknames, of mite moments, and of the Jonathan factor provide aha moments, helping us see ourselves and others as God sees us.

What the Scriptures Teach Us about Raising a Child


S. Michael Wilcox - 2009
    Michael Wilcox applies in What the Scriptures Teach Us about Raising a Child his considerable scriptural knowledge and practical insight to the subject of parenting.Through examples both of God's dealings with us and also of scriptural parents' dealings with their own children, Brother Wilcox explores a variety of subjects, including how to--- Receive Heavenly Father's insights about your unique child- Say no- Build long-term relationships- Inspire such qualities as virtue, compassion, and resilience- Help a child who is struggling- Manage your own parental expectations, and much more.In an ever-changing world, the kind of parenting book you can trust would be an authoritative source with time-proven principles that rise above social trends.It would provide real examples and clear answers.And it would acknowledge the incomparable rewards--earthly and eternal--of raising children.Simply put, the kind of parenting book you can trust would offer the hope and the help to be found in the scriptures, written by a guide well versed both in the scriptures themselves and in the day-to-day trials and joys of parenting.That book is What the Scriptures Teach Us about Raising a Child.

The Promise of Enough: Seven Principles of True Abundance


Emily Belle Freeman - 2009
    Perhaps you are lonely and long for an abundance of love. Maybe you suffer from an illness and long for an abundance of health. Some may long for an abundance of peace, or an abundance of comfort. Others may find that they long for an abundance of time or an abundance of joy.Welcome to a spiritual journey that will lead you to realize that the Lord is aware of you and He has miracles in store for you. Through this step- by-step process you will discover seven principles of abundance, each with an explanation of how the Lord can take what you already have and make it more. With an emphasis on making the most of every day, this book will encourage you to seek the gift that only He can bring — the promise of enough, with the miracle of some to spare.

Weakness Is Not Sin: The Liberating Distinction That Awakens Our Strengths


Wendy Ulrich - 2009
    Better understanding the distinction allows us to put more energy into building on our strengths, helping us to feel worthy and to find true joy in our redemption.

Jesus Knows I'm a Christian


John Bytheway - 2009
    It has been debated in the media and by members of other faiths, and the debate will probably continue for a long time. However, the final word on whether Mormons are Christians will be decided by only one and that is Jesus Christ himself. In this fireside presentation, Brother Bytheway discusses an experience at an Eagle Court of Honor and a conversation he had on an airplane with an evangelical minister, both of which spurred a search through the scriptures that led to a peaceful conviction: The heart of the matter is not what others think, but what Jesus knows.