“Contents,” Liahona, Jan. 2013, 1–3 Liahona, January 2013 Messages 4 First Presidency Message The Voice of the Lord By President Henry B. Eyring 7 Visiting Teaching Message Missionary Work Feature Articles 12 Pickles, Turnips, and Testimony: Inspiration from the Life and Teachings of Lorenzo Snow By Aaron L. West An introduction to this year’s Melchizedek Priesthood and Relief Society course of study. 20 Reverence for God Is the Beginning of Wisdom By Elder Neil L. Andersen In today’s information tidal wave, how desperately we need wisdom. 28 Meaningful Teaching at Home By Darren E. Schmidt Four ways we teach our children the important lessons of life. 32 Young Women and the Mission Decision These young adult women applied prophetic counsel regarding full-time missionary service. 36 What Mission Would Be Best? No matter your circumstances, senior missionary opportunities are available to you. Departments 8 October Conference Notebook 10 We Talk of Christ Whole Enough By Michele Reyes 31 Teaching For the Strength of Youth The Value of Education 38 Latter-day Saint Voices 74 News of the Church 79 Family Home Evening Ideas 80 Until We Meet Again The Five-Minute Lesson By Christopher J. Smith Young Adults 42 Faith, Hope, and Relationships By Elder Michael T. Ringwood How three components of faith can help your courtship and decision to marry. Youth 18 Getting to Know Lorenzo Snow By Christopher D. Fosse A few inspiring stories you might not know about President Snow. 46 The Book of Mormon—Share It By Elder Juan A. Uceda Sharing the Book of Mormon with your friends can lead to wonderful conversion experiences. 49 Line upon Line Doctrine and Covenants 87:8 This year’s Mutual theme teaches you where to stand to be safe. 50 2013 Mutual Theme By the Young Men and Young Women general presidents Thoughts on how you can stand in holy places. 52 What Agung Learned from Badminton By Adam C. Olson How having hope can bless our lives today. 54 For the Strength of Youth Education By Elder Craig A. Cardon 56 Keep Practicing By Willis Jensen I never expected that my piano lessons would one day help me feel the Spirit. 57 Poster Stand in Holy Places 58 Seeing the Good in Kylie By Karinne Stacey Mom suggested that a bully at school just needed a friend. Children 59 Special Witness How Can I Get a Testimony? By Elder Robert D. Hales 60 A Plan for Our Family By Marissa Widdison When Levi’s baby sister was born early, she needed prayers and priesthood blessings. 62 On the Trail Two Houses Where Joseph Smith Lived By Jan Pinborough 64 Stories of Jesus Jesus Christ and the First Vision 65 Our Page 66 Ready to Read By Merillee Booren Friendship and kindness helped Mary overcome her fears. 68 Bringing Primary Home Heavenly Father Loves Me, and He Has a Plan for Me 70 For Young Children 81 Prophet Portrait Joseph Smith More Online