“Contents,” New Era, Aug. 2006, 1 New Era August 2006 Volume 36, Number 8 Contents The Message: The Two Great LightsElder Joseph B. WirthlinThese two lights—loving the Lord and loving our neighbor—are essential to what we need to accomplish in life. Idea List: Pray with Power Surfing the No-Swim ZoneGreg BurgoyneI ignored the flags and was soon being forced onto dangerous rocks. Taking Credit!Danielle Nye PoulterBeing wise about money takes planning, starting in your teen years. Q&A: Questions and Answers New Era Poster: Going Nowhere? Making Progress Personal in PanamaAdam C. OlsonYoung women learn about setting goals by participating in Personal Progress. Duty to God: Building Spiritual StrongholdsAdam C. OlsonYoung men find ways to strengthen their commitment to the gospel. Shot Down!Elder Robert C. OaksI ejected from my burning aircraft, but was I tumbling to serious injury or death? Line upon Line On a Russian TrainAmyLyn Woolley ReynoldsSpreading the gospel was as simple as a conversation on a train. To the Point The Sunday We Fought the FireScott B. JensenA farm was in flames. Should we stay in church or go help fight the fire? Extra Smile What’s Up? Why Date?Matthew and Janine ClarkeHanging out or dating? Which to choose? Instant Messages What’s in It for You We’ve Got Mail Poem: TimeCarina Schwartz PhotoElizabeth Taylor Cover: Andrea Navas finds satisfaction in working toward her Personal Progress award. See “Making Progress Personal in Panama” on p. 18. Cover photography: Adam C. Olson (front and back)