“Contents,” New Era, Oct. 2007, 1 New Era September 2007 Volume 37, Number 10 Contents President James E. Faust: A Special Witness 2 President Faust is remembered for his faith and kindness. The Message: Let Virtue Garnish Thy Thoughts Unceasingly 4 Elder Jeffrey R. Holland Then shall thy confidence wax strong in the presence of God. Testing the Truth 8 Bart J. Kowallis In the search for truth, whether in science or in church, the Lord never fails us. Enduring to the Beginning 11 Maria Kaneva Waiting seven long years for baptism in Bulgaria was worth every moment. Q&A: Questions and Answers 14 One day I read 1 Nephi 7:12, which says that the Lord is able to do all things for us if we exercise faith in Him. How do we exercise faith in Christ? New Era Poster: Peace on Earth 17 Going Somewhere? 18 Riley M. Lorimer Three ways to pursue an education. An Exceptional Book, an Exceptional Answer 22 Grigor A. Tadevosyan The chapter we read just moments earlier was the answer to our question. Playing a Familiar Tune 24 Jade Swartzberg For the Brintons, family harmony is best. A Testimony of Prophets 28 Elder Claudio R. M. Costa Put into practice what the prophets teach. One Word at a Time 31 Timothy M. Wilson It helped a quorum member succeed. I Felt the Power 32 Peter V. Hilton Read a short chapter, say a fast prayer, and then flop into bed. It didn’t quite work out that way. Missionary Trio 34 Patricia Auxier Two were members; one was not. Now these three friends are inseparable in the gospel. The Extra Smile 37 What’s Up? 38 The Education of Nephi 40 David A. Edwards The Lord found an excellent student. Instant Messages 44 Where is home; pass-along cards; baptizing family; think about service. What’s in It for You 47 We’ve Got Mail 48 Poem: Everyone … and I 49 Susan St. Pierre