“Contents,” Liahona, January 2009, inside front cover–1 Liahona, January 2009 Adults 2 First Presidency Message Let Us Raise Our Voice of Warning By President Henry B. Eyring 25 Visiting Teaching Message Stand Strong and Immovable in Faith Feature Articles 10 Enriching Your Study of the Doctrine and Covenants By the Sunday School General Presidency Four ways to get more out of your study of the Doctrine and Covenants. 18 Nourishing the Soul through Institute Young adults share how institute has strengthened their testimonies and changed their lives. 26 Faith to Ford the River By Adam C. Olson Chest deep in a flooded river, Rafael learned that those on the Lord’s errand are entitled to His help. 28 Joseph Smith: An Apostle of Jesus Christ By Elder Dennis B. Neuenschwander Joseph Smith was called of God as an apostolic witness of Jesus Christ’s reality, Resurrection, and redemptive power. Departments 14 Messages from the Doctrine and Covenants Confidence in the Presence of God By Elder Michael John U. Teh What can we do to gain God’s trust? 44 Latter-day Saint Voices A mother’s counsel, a family blessing, and peace from the Atonement. 48 Using This Issue Family home evening ideas, topics in this issue, and a successful family home evening. Youth Feature Articles 8 Discovering God By Mary Weenig I went to Alaska to work—and to find an answer to a question. 22 The Most Useful Piece of Knowledge By Elder Clayton M. Christensen I desperately needed to know if the Book of Mormon was true. 36 An Example of the Believers By the Young Men and Young Women General Presidencies You can make a difference! 40 There Is Hope in Haiti By Richard M. Romney Teens in Haiti are catching the missionary spirit. Departments 17 Poster Let It Pour 35 Instant Messages A great gift, a favorite hymn. 39 Line upon Line 1 Timothy 4:12 Insights into this year’s Mutual theme. Children F2 Come Listen to a Prophet’s Voice Becoming Like Jesus Christ By President Dieter F. Uchtdorf Feature Articles F8 The Talent Show By Alison Palmer F14 Ben’s Week By Lana Krumweide Departments F4 Sharing Time I Have a Father in Heaven, Who Loves Me By Cheryl Esplin F6 From the Life of the Prophet Joseph Smith The Publication of the Book of Mormon F10 Making Friends With All Your Heart By Richard M. Romney F13 Coloring Page Comment