“What’s Inside,” New Era, December 2016 What’s Inside Features Four Gifts That Endure Let’s direct our thoughts to those God-given gifts that endure. President Thomas S. Monson A Savior Is Born Get sheet music for a new Christmas song. Strength to Choose He had a choice: bodybuilding or building God’s kingdom. Keeping Faith Afloat Youth in Micronesia talk about what keeps their faith strong. Think You Failed? Think Again! Five stories show that sharing the gospel is success in itself. The Missionary Service I Needed Being invited to help the missionaries was a great blessing for this young man. Hey! Those Are Mine! Would a young man let his little brother’s overenthusiasm ruin Christmas? Light the World Like Him, we can exemplify and share His light and love. Elder David A. Bednar Giving More Than Presents Take this quiz to find out what kind of giver you are. The First Coming and the Second Coming of Jesus Christ Compare the Savior’s birth with His Second Coming. 5 Tips for Making Friends with Shy People A few tips can take you a long way in befriending those who are shy. Accepting My Shyness A young woman wondered if being shy meant more lonely years ahead. Be a Real Action Hero These scripture heroes took action. So can you. Preparing for Spiritual Combat These basic gospel skills will help us grow closer to Heavenly Father. Elder Bruce A. Carlson Plus … Objects from the Scriptures From the Mission Field Mormonad To the Point Questions & Answers Come, Follow Me Cards The Extra Smile Instant Messages From Church Leaders Poster