Example

Messages from Leaders

“Be a Shining Example” (August 2015 Friend)
Elder Bruce D. Porter shares stories of how his children were examples of faith, kindness, reading the scriptures, and courage.
“Be a Shining Light!” (November 2015 Friend)
During the October 2015 general conference, President Thomas S. Monson taught some ways we can let our light shine and be a good example to those around us.
“A Brother’s Example” (December 2005 Friend)
Elder Gene R. Cook tells about the powerful influence of his older brother’s example in re-activating his entire family.
“Faithful Examples” (September 2013 Liahona and Friend)
Sister Jean A. Stevens shares a story about children in Hong Kong who were examples by paying their tithing.
“How can I be a good example?” (July 2009 Friend)
Elder Cook offers four ways we can be good examples.
“How can I be a witness of Jesus Christ?” (December 2012 Liahona and Friend)
Elder D. Todd Christofferson shares some thoughts on this subject.
“How Can I Follow the Savior?” (December 2011 Liahona and Friend)
Elder Quentin L. Cook shares some ideas about following the Savior.
“How to Treat Others” (September 2009 Liahona and Friend)
Elder Francisco J. Viñas tells how his parents’ example was a great heritage for his family.
“How can I learn to be a good example?” (February 2015 Friend)
Elder Richard G. Scott shares thoughts on the subject.
“Letters from Grandma Whittle” (February 2015 Friend and Liahona)
Read about how Elder Richard G. Scott’s grandmother was a good example to him.
“Let Your Light Shine” (January 2018 Liahona and Friend)
President Thomas S. Monson teaches about letting our light shine.
“Moroni and the Mechanic” (January 2018 Liahona and Friend)
Elder Claudio R. M. Costa shares a story of how his 6-year-old son was a good example by praying after their car broke down. Includes an activity.
“Set upon a Hill” (July 2005 Liahona and Friend)
President Gordon B. Hinckley (1910–2008) teaches that we can be an example to the world if we live the standards of the Church.
“A Shining Light” (December 2016 Friend)
President Thomas S. Monson encourages us to follow the Savior and become a shining light to the world. Includes a scripture matching activity.
“Showing Love through Service” (February 2015 Friend)
President Monson learned to and gave service as a child. Includes activities on how we can give service.
“Special Witness: ‘Follow Me’” (February 2004 Liahona and Friend)
Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin teaches about following the Savior.
“Trying to Be Like Jesus” (May 2014 Friend)
President Eyring teaches of the Savior’s example. Includes a fill-in-the-blank and word search activity.

Stories

“Ammon’s Good Example” (May 2016 Friend)
A retelling of the story of Ammon and the many people who were baptized because of his good example.
“Being Brave” (January 2006 Liahona and Friend)
A girl stands up for a boy who is being bullied.
“Daniel’s Example of Prayer” (March 2011 Liahonaand Friend)
Daniel shows his grandparents the importance of prayer. Includes a simple activity.
“Drive-Thru Decision” (May 2012 Friend)
Jacob is a good example to his mother when she is tempted to buy lunch on the Sabbath.
“Following Jesus: Be a Good Example” (March 2014 Friend)
Jesus taught his followers that they should be a good example. Includes two stories from children on how they were good examples.
“Following Jesus: Be Helpful” (June 2014 Liahona and Friend)
“A Friendly Experiment” (July 2006 Friend)
Children try an experiment to be good examples and it makes their family happier.
“A Golden Example” (November 2011 Friend)
Esther G., from England, is an example of courage and diligence.
“He Told Me, ‘No Way’” (July 2010 Liahona and Friend)
Chase is an example to his friend when he refuses to try beer.
“A High-Five Example” (April 2018 Friend)
Lily K., age 10, shares how she was an example by giving high-fives to some students with disabilities at her school.
“I Can Follow Jesus Christ’s Example” (July 2010 Liahona and Friend)
Includes an activity where children write how they will become more like Christ.
“Jana’s Good Example” (February 2011 Friend)
A new girl in Primary shows her classmates how to be reverent and respectful at Church.
“Just One Click” (July 2014 Friend)
A girl is faced with an uncomfortable media situation when her friends watch videos online.
“Katie Finds a Way” (March 2014 Friend)
A girl is a good example by attending church even though the rest of her family doesn’t.
“Little Brother, Big Example” (May 2012 Friend)
Sammy is a good example for his older brother Benjamin when he decides to help children affected by a disaster.
“Luke the Leader” (July 2014 Friend)
When Luke’s friends wanted him to say a bad word, he makes silly words instead.
“Matt and Mandy” (November 2015 Friend)
Mandy and her friend realize their part in the Primary program is important because they can be an example for the younger children.
“Missing Michael” (October 2007 Liahona and Friend)
A young girl helps her inactive brother come back to Church.
“Pop Quiz Champion” (March 2014 Friend) - English only
Niles is a good example by trying to do what the teacher asked when everyone else isn’t paying attention.
“Question Corner: I want to be a good example to my friends. How can I help them make good choices?”(March 2016 Friend)
Several children provide answers to this question.
“Rowdy to Reverent” (July 2015 Friend)
Larry learns he can set a good example for his friend at church.
“The Secret Weapon” (January 2015 Friend and Liahona)
Adam learned the blessings of being kind.
“Standing Up for Church” (February 2018 Liahona and Friend)
Easton and his friend give a presentation about the Church at their international school.
“Take the Lead!” (September 2012 Friend)
Learn how children can lead in testimony, courage, kindness, caring, and example. Includes reminder cards to take the lead.
“Those Words” (December 2011 Liahona and Friend)
Shelby’s friends learn to respect her for not using or wanting to hear bad language.
“A True Friend” (June 2012 Liahona and Friend)
Melanie chooses to be a good example by encouraging her friend not to smoke.
“Trying to be Like Jesus: My Decision to be Baptized”(April 2006 Liahona and Friend)
José tells of many ways he is trying to be a good example.
“When I Grow Up…I Want to Be a Chef” (February 2015 Friend)
Brad Petersen says cooking food is a great way to be a missionary.

Activities

“Be Thou an Example” (November 2010 Friend)
Decipher this code to find out how you can be an example.
Family Home Evening Idea: Being Good Examples
Read “Set upon a Hill” (July 2009 Liahona and Friend) by President Gordon B. Hinckley (1910–2008) . Why does the temple remind him of a city set on a hill? How can we be like a city set on a hill? When we live righteously, we have the Holy Ghost with us and it shows in the way we act, look, and feel. Discuss ways to be good examples.
Family Home Evening Idea: Example
Read “Treehouse” (August 2003 Friend). Have there ever been times when people around you were being disobedient and it was hard for you to be a good example? Discuss how Jordan reacts and how you could follow his example in similar situations.
Family Home Evening Idea: Real Heroes
Invite a family member to read “Hero” (October 2005 Liahona and Friend). Discuss what it means to be a real hero. Give each family member a bookmark containing “My Gospel Standards” (October 2005 Liahona and Friend). Go through the standards. Would a person with the strength and courage to live those standards be a hero? Resolve to be such a person.
“Let Your Light Shine” (October 2007 Friend)
A hidden word puzzle.
“Sharing Time: I Can Share the Gospel Now”(November 2005 Friend)
Includes a printable box that reminds families how they can be missionaries now.
“Sharing Time: Let Your Light Shine” (October 1999 Liahona and Friend)
Includes a printable puzzle about being a good example.
“You Are Super!” (November 2016 Friend)
Cut out these reminders and quotes of how you can be super in different ways.