As the Church adds volumes to this series, you will build a collection of gospel reference books for your home. The volumes in this series are designed to be used for personal study and for Sunday instruction. They can also help you prepare other lessons or talks and answer questions about Church doctrine. This book features the teachings of President Ezra Taft Benson, who served as President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from November 10, 1985, to May 30, 1994.

    In fact, we have been commanded to do so. But how?In Power to Become, Elder David A. Bednar explores how the Savior makes possible His divine commission, "Therefore I would that ye should be perfect even as I, or your Father who is in heaven is perfect" (3 Nephi 12:48).Chapters in this thought-provoking book highlight the importance of the Atonement, the spiritual gift of personal peace, the importance of priesthood ordinances, and the responsibility we have to obey willingly and endure valiantly."As we increase in learning about the Savior and His gospel," Elder Bednar writes, "as we strive with ever greater consistency to act in His doctrine, ordinances, and covenants, then we are blessed with power through His Atonement to increasingly become like Him." Power to Become introduces vital tools we all can use to invite these eternally significant blessings into our lives.

    Like gradually turning up a dimmer switch, understanding all the ways we F.E.E.L. our testimony will help it grow brighter.As you read, you may discover that your testimony is stronger than you thought, and you'll also become more excited and motivated to let your light shine!

    Uchtdorf reflects on the power of heavenly light in her own life and recalls the joy it brought to her family during a dark and difficult time. "It was like a miracle," she explains as she describes how hope came back into their lives.Discover how the light we share can make a life-changing difference to those whose lives we touch-as family members, leaders, missionaries, teachers, friends, and brothers and sisters in the gospel.

    In this collection, more than fifty inspiring true stories told in general conference talks have been gathered into a single volume.Similar in style and format to President Thomas S. Monson's book Consider the Blessings: True Accounts of God's Hand in Our Lives, the book features beautiful full-color photography to illustrate each story. A perfect resource for individuals and families, the collection includes such classics as Lift Where You Stand, by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf; Run to Higher Ground,by Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin; You Stupid Cow! by Elder Mervyn B. Arnold; and A Heave Load,by Elder David A. Bednar. Draw from more than three decades of general conference talks, these true accounts of life-changing experiences will touch hearts and strengthen testimonies with examples of gospel principles in action.Contributors to this volume include past and present members of the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Quorum of the Seventy, presiding bishopric, general Relief Society presidency, general Young Women Presidency, and general Primary presidency.

    He expounds on what science has to say on the subject, what teenagers think happiness is, and what prophets and other Church leaders have taught. He then highlights four key principles of happiness from the Book of Mormon that can help us be happy too: (1) accentuate the positive, (2) learn to work, (3) keep the commandments, and (4) drop the contention. Of course, Hank uses laughter to teach about happiness. He says, "I think when people laugh, they learn more." His message will keep you smiling and positive with his inspiring stories, personal examples, and testimony that teach you that even in a world filled with frowns, you can be happy too.

    In this book the authors present a pathway to building positive sexual attitudes and a healthy sexual relationship with a spouse that can be enriching and fulfilling on the spiritual journey of life. In addition, they address many of the common questions LDS individuals have about sex that may not have been adequately answered by existing sources, including: * How can couples manage their often very different levels of interest in sex? * What types of sexual behaviors are appropriate for married LDS couples? * How can couples keep their sexual relationship creative and enjoyable over decades of marriage? * What are the unique sexual needs of women and men in marriage? * How can couples be better prepared to start off their marriage on the right foot when they are sexually inexperienced?

    The beautifully illustrated book is designed for anyone wanting to understand more clearly the history of the Church and its ties to the Doctrine and Covenants. The format--with word helps, illustrations, photos, maps, explanations, and brief commentaries--will be familiar to all who have loved the perennial bestseller "The Book of Mormon for Latter-day Saint Families, which was created by the same team of writers. Bring to life for your family the priceless stories, events, people, and scriptures of the Restoration

    . . Dad . . . Dad . . . DAAAD . . .HANK! Finally he heard her and turned to see what she wanted. She looked at me with a little attitude, hands on her hips, and said "Dad, wake up from your phone!" Then she turned around and left.In this enlightening talk, Hank Smith tackles a problem that can affect all of us in one form or another if were not careful. Whether our challenge is an obsession with phones, video games, social media, the Internet, or other kinds of technology, the results can be equally devastating. Hank quotes Elder David A. Bednar, who says, "Sadly, some in the Church today ignore things as they really are and neglect eternal relationships for digital distractions, diversions, and detours that have no lasting value."Using stories, scriptures, and quotes from Church leaders, Hank shares a timely message that will bless both teenagers and their parents.