February 2017 Gary E. Stevenson5 Ways to Conquer FearElder Stevenson gives advice on how to conquer common fears among young people. Mormonad: Reach Out to Others Hadley GriggsFHE Object Lesson: Fireproofing Yourself against NegativityAn object lesson for family home evening that teaches about having a positive attitude. Nichole EckSpiritual AthletesSee some ways you can take care of your spirit by taking care of your body. Showing Gratitude on the SabbathYouth talk about how they show gratitude on the Sabbath. Carlisa Cramer and Margaret WilldenWhat God Wanted for MeYouth describe experiences when they received blessings from seeking God’s will and doing it. Stephen W. OwenAt a Crossroads with My FriendsBrother Owen tells the story of how he once had to leave his group of friends and choose to walk alone when his friends were using inappropriate language. Brother Owen eventually finds a new friend who helps him uphold his standards. Ezra Taft BensonPoster: Turn Your Life Over to GodA poster with a quote from President Benson about the blessings of turning your life over to God. 8 Things Church Leaders Have Said about YouQuotes from Church leaders about youth. The Pointe of Achieving BalanceA ballerina from Illinois pursues her passion while finding balance and placing the gospel first. Carlisa Cramer and Margaret WilldenFind, Take, Teach: Join the Temple Challenge Sally Johnson OdekirkThree Ways to Be Involved in Family HistoryThree youth share how they’ve participated in family history and temple work for their family members, and ideas for other youth on how to get started. Raisa MarcondesPersonal Progress on My Family Tree Pornography’s Innocent VictimsMany people suffer innocently because a loved one is using pornography. Here is some counsel on what to do in that situation. Anguish for My FatherA young woman discovers her father’s pornography use and then struggles to regain the same respect and love she had for him. Line upon Line: 1 Corinthians 10:13 To the Point Is competition a bad thing?An answer to the question: Is competition a bad thing? How can I know if something I hear is “official doctrine”?An answer to the question: How can I know if something I hear is “official doctrine”? Questions & Answers: How do I make time? Come, Follow Me: The Plan of Salvation The Extra Smile Instant Messages Montserrat L.The Miracle of TithingA young woman who was recently baptized faces the consequences and blessings of paying a full tithe. Sister LiuTime for the TempleA young woman decides to attend the temple monthly and sees blessings. Grace H.Getting BenchedA young woman on the school basketball team is benched but finds comfort in a hymn. Jordan B.Share My Testimony?A young man who feels impressed to share his testimony but is afraid gets some inspired encouragement. Jeffrey R. HollandHow to Change Dale G. RenlundConference Poster: Another Chance