“Contents,” Liahona, July 2009, inside front cover–1 Liahona, July 2009 Adults First Presidency Message 2 Sugar Beets and the Worth of a Soul By President Thomas S. Monson Visiting Teaching Message 25 Qualify for and Partake of Temple Worship Feature Articles 6 The Joseph Smith Papers: The Manuscript Revelation Books By Elder Marlin K. Jensen This series in the Joseph Smith Papers Project reveals how the Prophet was tutored by new revelations. 12 Pioneers in Ghana Paintings and stories of some of the pioneering Latter-day Saints in Ghana, Africa. 16 Scripture Stories as Patterns for Our Lives By Elder Jay E. Jensen Try this scripture study technique to bridge “they-there-then” with “I-here-now.” 33 Standards: One Size Fits All By Debbie Twigger Some adults discovered that you can never outgrow the counsel or blessings found in For the Strength of Youth. Departments 43 Latter-day Saint Voices Overcoming contention; making home a bit of heaven; helping children spiritually and temporally; inviting Dad to the temple; finding peace from financial worries. 48 Using This Issue Family home evening ideas; a memorable family home evening; topics in this issue. Youth Feature Articles 22 From Bottom to Top By Don L. Searle A talented artist and musician, Joselén Cabrera is a young woman who is going places. 26 An Honesty Test By Patricia A. Jacobs and Francini Presença Would my friend realize that her honesty was more important than a test grade? 28 Modesty: A Timeless Principle for All By Silvia H. Allred As modesty becomes the virtue that regulates and moderates our lives, we find an increased sense of self-worth. 38 Always Make the Effort By Elder Octaviano Tenorio What is the secret to success? You just need to put forth the effort, the concentration, and be happy. Departments 36 Instant Messages A worried missionary prays for comfort; the Duty to God program helps a young man change his life for the better. 42 Poster Pull Together Children Come Listen to a Prophet’s Voice F2 Blessed Are the Peacemakers By President Henry B. Eyring Feature Articles F8 The Invisible Visitor By Heidi Pyper F11 Going West Departments F4 Sharing Time Our Family Will Be Strong By Cheryl Esplin F6 Trying to Be Like Jesus F12 From the Life of the Prophet Joseph Smith The Prophet’s Voice F14 Friend to Friend Praying and Singing to Heavenly Father By Elder Michael John U. Teh F16 Coloring Page Comment