“God Knows and Cares,” For the Strength of Youth, Mar. 2022. God Knows and Cares By Joshua J. Perkey; illustrations by Lance Fry Imageboy dropping phone Crack! “Oops …” Imageboy getting splashed with water by a moped “Ah! Why me?!?” Imageboy talking to mother “Mami, what’s wrong?” “Abuela is sick.” Imageboy looking angry, talking to mother “Why is everything so hard? Why are so many bad things happening?” “I think we could both use a walk.” Imageboy walking and talking with mother Imagemother reading scripture to son “Oh, Eduardo, it’s going to be OK. But remember what the Lord says: ‘Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee’ (Isaiah 41:10).” Imageson looking concerned, talking to mother “Will Abuela get better?” “I hope so, but I also believe that Heavenly Father knows what’s best.” Imagemother and son looking at picture of family at temple “Thanks, Mami. I needed that.”