“Contents,” Ensign, January 2020 Contents January 2020 Volume 50 • Number 1 Contents Who Is Jesus Christ? Some of the Savior’s roles as found in the Book of Mormon. Portraits of Faith Rachel Lighthall—California, USA Ministering Principles Gathering Israel through Ministering Family Study Fun How the Lord Prepared the World for the Restoration By President M. Russell Ballard Many innovations throughout history were a part of the Lord’s plan. Seeing the Lord’s Hand This time line offers an overview of events leading up to the Restoration and Second Coming. Have the Greatest Year with the Greatest Book By Onnastasia Cole Here are five ideas to help you and your family make the most of your study of the Book of Mormon this year. What Church Leaders Are Saying about the Book of Mormon Weekly Book of Mormon Insights Which Plates Did the Book of Mormon Come From? What Was Jerusalem Like in Lehi’s Time? What Does the Fruit in Lehi’s Vision Symbolize? What Plain and Precious Truths Were Restored by the Book of Mormon? The Translation of the Book of Mormon: A Marvel and a Wonder By Elder LeGrand R. Curtis Jr. A miraculous translation gave us a miraculous record, whose truthfulness we can know by the power of the Holy Ghost. The Power of Deliverance: Why Nephi Killed Laban By Clyde J. Williams Why was it necessary for Nephi to kill Laban? The reasons run deeper than you may think. Sariah By Heather B. Moore The experience of Lehi’s wife teaches us important lessons about faith and perseverance. Knowing Is Nice but Not Enough By Steven C. Harper Meet those who met the witnesses of the Book of Mormon. Children and Youth: Starting Strong Church leaders answer your questions. Motivating the Rising Generation By Wendy Ulrich Consider these four guidelines as you help your children set and achieve their goals. My Conference Notebook October 2019 General Conference Latter-day Saint Voices A daughter finds her reservoir of testimony; temple baptisms bring a family together; advice comes back around to bring peace; a tragedy turns into new opportunity. Young Adults Mistakes are a part of life, but they do not have to define us. The Savior loves us and will help us change. Read stories from young adults about how repentance is a blessing.