“Contents,” Ensign, Mar. 2013, 1–3 Contents March 2013 Volume 43 • Number 3 Messages First Presidency Message 4 Peace, Be Still President Thomas S. Monson Visiting Teaching Message 7 Activation Features 12 Raising Resilient Children Lyle J. Burrup Children need resilience to overcome problems. Here are some ways parents can help children develop this important characteristic. 18 The Enabling Power of the Atonement Carolyn J. Rasmus The Savior stands ready to strengthen us if we come unto Him. 22 The Temple Stairs Tracy Hickman I still think about what those stairs have taught me. 26 Creating Christ-Centered Easter Traditions Diane L. Mangum The Atonement is at the core of Easter; righteous traditions will help us focus on this gift from the Savior. 30 Make Known His Wonderful Works: Selections from the Ninth International Art Competition All good gifts come from God. We are to develop our gifts and not bury them. 34 The Right Time to Marry Alissa Strong When it’s the right person and the right place, it’s the right time. 38 You Are Free Elder D. Todd Christofferson Our choice in this life is to which authority we will yield our obedience: God’s or Satan’s. 42 My Lifeline Was Prayer Phyllis Bishop When the dust had settled, I was found underneath the bus—my face showing through a broken window. 45 Poem: The Incubator Jenielle Bailey Our Heavenly Father cares for us, His children. 46 How Did She Know I Needed Help? Julie Penrod I desperately needed help but was too ashamed to ask. How hard could one child be? 48 A Sign from Mosetta Heather M. Scott Until I met Mosetta, I hadn’t known that such a deep level of spiritual sensitivity was possible. 50 The Power of the Word of God Elder Michael John U. Teh Drinking daily from the scriptures will help us build spiritual strength and unmask the deceptions of the devil. 54 Bitter and Sweet Plums Heather Jackson I was not going to let anyone else have my plums! 56 Just Three More Rehearsals Erin Hill Littlefield Easter was nearing, but it seemed impossible for our choir to be ready in time. 58 Music: The Voice of the Spirit Janice Kapp Perry The voice of the Spirit teaches us all that God would have us know. 60 The Blessings of Tithing Five members share the testimonies they’ve gained from paying tithing. 64 Living the Principles of Self-Reliance Larry Hiller and Kathryn H. Olson Self-reliance is crucial not only in times of turmoil but also in times of peace. 66 No Empty Chairs Name withheld Because of my drug addiction, I had become the “empty chair” in my family. Departments 8 October Conference Notebook 10 Gospel Classics: Our Law of Tithing President Howard W. Hunter 69 Teaching For the Strength of Youth: The Importance of Family 70 Latter-day Saint Voices 74 News of the Church 79 In Other Church Magazines 80 Until We Meet Again: The Minefield Rescue Russell Westergard Family Home Evening Ideas