“Contents,” Liahona, Feb. 2014, 1–3 Liahona, February 2014 Messages 4 First Presidency Message Serve the Lord with Love By President Thomas S. Monson 7 Visiting Teaching Message The Divine Mission of Jesus Christ: Good Shepherd Feature Articles 14 Living a Life of Peace, Joy, and Purpose By Elder Richard G. Scott These 10 choices can help you establish a pattern for success and happiness in life. 22 Abrahamic Covenant Every Church member takes part in the Abrahamic covenant. This chart will show you its history. 26 Pioneers in Every Land “That Vast Empire”—the Growth of the Church in Russia By James A. Miller Latter-day Saints have built on modern-day prophecies to establish the Church in Russia. 32 Nurturing Our New Lives By Eve Hart Converts around the world share how they have planted the seed of faith and are developing strong gospel roots. 38 Building Spiritual Power in Priesthood Quorums By Elder Ronald A. Rasband The unity and love among the Quorums of the Seventy can serve as a model for all priesthood quorums. Departments 8 October 2013 Conference Notebook 10 Old Testament Prophets Noah 11 Teaching For the Strength of Youth Service 12 Our Homes, Our Families Preparing to Be an Eternal Family By Marco Castro Castro 44 Latter-day Saint Voices 80 Until We Meet Again Signs By Jerry Peak Young Adults 48 Speak, Listen, and Love By Mark Ogletree A balance among three types of conversations can lead to a healthy relationship. Youth 52 Temple Blessings By Elder Robert D. Hales Our preparation to enter the temple is one of the most significant of life’s experiences. 56 Questions and Answers The temple is so far away that I don’t get to attend very often. How can the temple be a bigger part of my life today? 58 For the Strength of Youth Faithful, Loving Service By Carol F. McConkie 60 Sharing Home-Return Kits By Olivet Gasang A devastating typhoon destroyed thousands of homes. Now was my chance to serve. 61 How to Fill Your Book of Life By Elder L. Tom Perry How to fill your life with “I’m glad I did” activities. 62 Why Making Choices Matters By Mindy Raye Friedman Want a good consequence? Make a good choice. 65 To Date or Not to Date By Savannah M. Smithson Paul asked me on a date, and he was a good friend. Why couldn’t I go? Children 66 The Harvest By Elder Koichi Aoyagi The rice harvest was only halfway done. At this rate, I wouldn’t be allowed to go to church. 67 Heavenly Father Loves You By President Thomas S. Monson 68 Best Family Forever By Olivia Corey The other girls were leaving Olivia out. She didn’t think a bucket of paint could help. 70 Special Witness Why is it so important to serve others? By Elder M. Russell Ballard 71 Our Page 72 Friends around the World I’m Arina from Russia By Amie Jane Leavitt 74 Bringing Primary Home Heavenly Father Has a Plan for His Children 76 For Young Children 81 Prophet Portrait Spencer W. Kimball Family Home Evening Ideas