Liahona, August 2021

Official magazine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Contents
- Authority, Ordinances, and Preparation
  
  By President Dallin H. Oaks
  
  Though surrounded by challenges, we trust in the blessings God has promised those who keep His commandments and prepare.
- Gospel Basics
  
  The Priesthood Is God’s Power
- Strive to Be—a Pattern for Growth and Mental and Emotional Wellness
  
  By Sheldon Martin
  
  The Children and Youth program can help us all become more like the Savior.
- How Do I Support a Child Who Is Feeling Depressed?
  
  By Heather Nelson
  
  Here are signs of depression to watch for and three ways to help a struggling child.
- Ministering Principles
  
  Ministering with Mental Health in Mind
- Building a Spiritual and Temporal Refuge
  
  By Merrilee Browne Boyack
  
  Preparing physically and spiritually has a lot in common.
- For Parents
  
  Teaching about the Priesthood and Preparedness
- Aging Faithfully
  
  Goals for the Young at Heart
  
  By Christy Monson
- Portraits of Faith
  
  Gregorio Gutiérrez Fernández—Santa Cruz, Bolivia
- Latter-day Saint Voices
  
  Stories of faith from members around the world.
Come, Follow Me
- Early Women of the Restoration
  
  From Sewing Society to Relief Society
  
  By Patricia Lemmon Spilsbury
  
  A highlight from the life of Margaret Cook.
- Doctrine and Covenants 84; 93
  
  Articles supporting your study of the Doctrine and Covenants this month.
- Prophecy of War, Prescription for Peace
  
  By Elder Matthew S. Holland
  
  Doctrine and Covenants 87 is a witness of the prophetic calling of Joseph Smith and an appeal for us to stand in holy places.
- Doctrine and Covenants 88
  
  The Light of Christ
  
  By J. Ward Moody
Young Adults
- Strengthening My Relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ
  
  By Chakell Wardleigh Herbert
  
  Applying these practical ideas helped me see my relationship with Heavenly Father and the Savior as real, powerful, and precious.
- Finding Spiritual Support after Joining the Church Alone
  
  By Marcus Grant
  
  Heavenly Father sent angels to strengthen me when I was feeling alone.
- More for You!
  
  See what other digital articles are included this month for young adults.
Area Pages Insert

Find articles relevant to your area of the Church, inserted as available, in the center of the Liahona.
Digital-Only Articles

The following articles can be found in this month’s issue in the Gospel Library:
- How Can I Progress on the Covenant Path While I’m Single?
  
  By Marjorie Cornillez
- Why I Keep the Word of Wisdom When I’m Repeatedly Faced with Temptation
  
  By Nicole Nehren
- What Infertility as a Single Woman Taught Me about God’s Eternal Promises
  
  By Lara Deppe
- What We’ve Learned as Caregivers to Loved Ones with Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
  
  By Stephen Dunham and Lily Sparks Dunham

Cover

Detail from He Comes Again to Rule and Reign, by Mary Sauer

Feature

How we stand is even more important than where we stand. We must always live in and according to the full light of the Lord Jesus Christ.

—Elder Matthew S. Holland, page 28