“Contents,” Liahona, Feb. 2009, inside front cover–1 Liahona, February 2009 Adults 2 First Presidency Message Precious Fruits of the First Vision By President Dieter F. Uchtdorf 25 Visiting Teaching Message Understand the Divine Roles of Women Feature Articles 10 The Great Plan of Our God By Elder L. Tom Perry Each gospel dispensation has an important lesson to teach us. 18 Helping New Converts Stay Strong By Susan W. Tanner Working to retain and reactivate fellow members is a labor of love and joy. 22 Succeeding as a New Convert By Gayle S. Iliff Three things new converts can do to become strong in the gospel. 32 Teaching in the Nursery, Teaching at Home By Margaret S. Lifferth The new Primary nursery manual is a wonderful resource for both nursery teachers and parents. 36 The Functional Family By James D. MacArthur Six principles that help families function well. Departments 44 Latter-day Saint Voices A baptism; a priesthood blessing; a conversion; and a cup of tea. 48 Using This Issue Family home evening ideas, topics in this issue, and a successful family home evening. Youth Feature Articles 8 Becoming Joseph By Ricardo Reyes Villalta The skit that changed my life. 16 It’s Not Easy By Kelli Williams Even though I’m the only Church member in my family, I’m never alone. 28 No One Will Ever Know By Elder Stanley G. Ellis When tempted, don’t fall for this lie. 40 Generations By Richard M. Romney Gospel faithfulness preserves families, from generation to generation. Departments 7 What the Prophet Joseph Smith Taught Unity 15 Poster Just Looking? 26 Questions & Answers I’m afraid that someone might offer me alcohol or drugs. I don’t like to say no to people or make them mad at me. How can I make sure I won’t give in? Children F2 Come Listen to a Prophet’s Voice Help to Heal By President Thomas S. Monson Feature Articles F8 Like Adam and Eve By Kimberly Reid F10 An Activity Day Invitation By Marianne Dahl Johnson F14 I Can Be a Missionary Now By Patsy Pehrson Departments F4 Sharing Time I Will Be a Strong Link By Cheryl Esplin F6 From the Life of the Prophet Joseph Smith A Day of God’s Power F13 Special Witness What Is True Conversion? By Elder Richard G. Scott F16 Coloring Page Comment