“Contents,” Liahona, July 2013, 1–3 Liahona, July 2013 Messages 4 First Presidency Message The World Needs Pioneers Today By President Thomas S. Monson 7 Visiting Teaching Message Teaching and Learning the Gospel Feature Articles 14 With God Nothing Shall Be Impossible By Sang-Ick Han Going to law school at the age of 53, I realized I could succeed only if I relied totally on the Lord. 16 Pioneer Faith and Fortitude—Then and Now By Elder M. Russell Ballard The pioneers of yesteryear survived insurmountable challenges—may the fire of our testimonies burn as brightly as theirs. 22 A God of Miracles: The Slovak Saints in Sheffield By Elder Erich W. Kopischke The faith of these Saints in Sheffield, England, brings about a modern-day miracle. Departments 8 April Conference Notebook 10 What We Believe Whom the Lord Calls He Qualifies 12 Serving in the Church A Television and a Spirit Lifted By Kaci Cronin 13 Teaching For the Strength of Youth Honesty and Integrity 28 Latter-day Saint Voices 74 News of the Church 80 Until We Meet Again Walking the Trail of Hope—Together By LaRene Porter Gaunt Young Adults 32 Living for the Eternities By Elder Keith K. Hilbig I plead with you to visualize your future celestial existence with your family in eternity, a status of unfathomable glory and advantage we cannot yet fully comprehend. 36 Experiences in Profound Trust By Melissa Zenteno Young adults share how they strengthened their faith despite struggling with relationships that didn’t work out. Youth 40 Conviction with Compassion By Elder Jeffrey R. Holland When is it right to judge? How do we defend our standards while respecting others’ agency? 44 Forgiving the One in the Mirror By David Dickson Some may believe that they can’t be forgiven, but the Savior’s Atonement is infinite and available to all. 47 Permanent Marker By Dani Dunaway Rowan I scrubbed my hands until they hurt, but the lines from the marker remained. 48 For the Strength of Youth Honesty and Integrity By Elder Christoffel Golden Jr. 50 Returned with Honor By Valerie Best I looked at the bracelet that had accidentally fallen into my bag—how long would I keep it if I put off taking it back? 52 Power in Covenants A covenant is more than a two-way promise; it is a promise that contains power, strength, safety, and peace. 54 Favorite Family Home Evenings Three youth from around the world share some of their most memorable family home evenings. 56 My Summers by the Temple By David Isaksen It was a 10-hour drive to the nearest temple, in Stockholm, Sweden, but I’m glad we went. Children 57 Family Home Evening Wheel You can make and use this wheel to help your family plan family home evening. 58 Save Her! By Heidi S. Swinton As a boy, President Thomas S. Monson learned that one of the best feelings is being able to help others. 60 Bringing Primary Home Families Are Part of Heavenly Father’s Plan 62 On the Trail Challenges in Missouri By Jennifer Maddy 64 Our Page 65 Special Witness Why is family history work so important? By Elder David A. Bednar 66 The Story Rug By Kay Timpson Sharing stories as they worked together, Katy and Nana created more than just a rug. 68 Family Story Swap Use this activity to share and tell stories with your family. 69 Hi, I’m Erika from El Salvador Erika shares stories about how she has made family history fun. 70 For Young Children 81 Prophet Portrait Joseph F. Smith Family Home Evening Ideas