January 2021 Contents HelloWelcome to the new publication for youth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The First PresidencyA Message from the First PresidencyThe First Presidency introduces youth to their new magazine, For the Strength of Youth. President M. Russell BallardThe Great Cause of the RestorationPresident Ballard explains how the work of the Restoration began, how Joseph and Hyrum Smith died for it, and how it continues today. Jun HoriMushroom ScholarshipA teen learns about family love after learning the reason the family raised mushrooms, which he hates. Come, Follow MeDavid A. EdwardsJoseph Smith—My ProphetSee how studying Joseph Smith’s teachings can help him become “your” prophet. Come, Follow MeEric B. Murdock and Lance FryAn Answer for OliverOliver Cowdery learns of Joseph Smith and the translation of the Book of Mormon and prays to know if the work is true. Come, Follow MeAnnalise GardinerThe Doctrine and Covenants: An OverviewAn introductory overview of the Doctrine and Covenants for this year’s study. Sam LofgranLearning the Language of the SpiritLearning to recognize and follow the Spirit can be like learning a new language. 2021 Youth Theme Line upon LineLay the FoundationA breakdown and explanation of the 2021 youth theme scripture, Doctrine and Covenants 64:33–34. Young Women and Young Men General PresidenciesA Great WorkThe Young Women and Young Men General Presidencies teach youth about being part of the greatest work on the earth today in connection with the 2021 youth theme. 2021 Youth Theme ResourcesPosters, T-shirts, music, and other resources associated with the 2021 youth theme, “Lay a Foundation.” Nik DayA Great Work: 2021 Youth Theme SongSheet music for the 2021 youth theme song. A Great Work: 2021 Youth Theme PosterThe poster for the 2021 youth theme: A Great Work. Firm FoundationsDefending My BeliefsA young man stands up to his friends, who are engaging in gossip. Fun StopActivities, games, and comics for youth. Questions and Answers Questions and AnswersAll my friends play teen-rated video games, but I choose not to. Are teen-rated games OK?Answers to the question: “All my friends play teen-rated video games, but I choose not to. Are teen-rated games OK?” To the PointPeople tell me it’s arrogant to say we’re the only true Church. What should I tell them?An answer to the question: “People tell me it’s arrogant to say we’re the only true Church. What should I tell them?” Last WordPresident Russell M. NelsonHear, Hearken, and HeedPresident Nelson teaches us how to hear the Lord, hearken to Him, and heed His word. People from Church HistoryJoseph Smith Jr.A brief sketch of Joseph Smith.