Our mortality requires many things from us. This collection goes over some of these requirements, such as making choices, taking the higher road, staying within boundaries, having courage, praying with real intent, facing obstacles, and having an eye single to the glory of God.

(D&C 82:19) Elder Nelson compares our perspective and the Lord's to a pair of binoculars.

"An Eye Single to the Glory of God"

Just like rock climbing alone can be dangerous, living your life without the help of the Savior can have disastrous consequences.

A Secure Anchor

Elder Robert D. Hales encourages us to stay out of debt and live frugally as he recounts a story from the early days of his marriage, when his wife exemplified the principles of provident living.

Becoming Provident Providers

God commands Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac. Abraham shows his obedience to the Lord, but an angel tells him to stop. The Lord provides a ram for the sacrifice.

Chapter 09: Abraham and the Sacrifice of Isaac

Chapter 62: Paul Obeys the Holy Ghost

Learn from the life of Esther and other inspiring women the importance of trusting in God and courageously standing up for what you believe.

Courage

Carol F. McConkie, First Counselor in the Young Women’s Presidency, describes why God calls prophets. A group of youth discover the importance of listening to the right voices when charting their course.

Follow the Prophet

John's life may have been very different had he not had the courage to leave a party one evening in Japan.

Leave the Party

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Like a Broken Vessel

The gospel teaches us who we are and helps us maintain focus on our eternal purpose. Living with real intent ensures we reach the full measure of our creation.

Living with Purpose and Real Intent

While flying in a historic airplane, youth learn about the dangers of pushing the envelope.

Mormon Mustang

Finding faith in the Lord Jesus Christ will help us have the power to endure and overcome even the hardest trials in life.

Mountains to Climb

President Monson talks on blessings of obedience.

Obedience Brings Blessings

As children of God, we have been given the wonderful gift of choice. The truest happiness and peace we can have comes by choosing to obey His laws.

Obedience to the Ten Commandments

President Eyring teaches that the Savior is mindful of us and will guide us through life’s trials.

President Henry B. Eyring Testifies of Jesus Christ

A World War II fighter pilot teaches youth some essential truths to fly by—and to live by.

Spiritual Vertigo

Just as athletes must stay within lines to compete in sports, those who are called to labor in the Lord's work must stay within the lines of worthiness.

Stay within the Lines

Brigham Young describes the blessings that come from faithfully facing life's challenges.

Teachings of Brigham Young: Hard Work, Sacrifice, Obedience

John Taylor demonstrates obedience to God despite the world's intolerance.

Teachings of John Taylor: Obedience

A young boy’s encounter with a scorpion in the Arabian desert can teach us a lot about what we must do to avoid and overcome the venomous sting of sin.

The Sting of the Scorpion

Overcoming obstacles can be discouraging. How do you find the faith and courage to press forward?

The Wall

God uses love-inspired correction to guide us to a future we do not or cannot now envision but which He knows is the better way for us.

The Will of God

Life after death is part of God’s plan of happiness.

What Happens after We Die?

Statement by President Thomas S. Monson in the priesthood session on March 31, 2012.

Will We Be Willing?

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Mortality