August 2023 Hear HimPoster with fine art and a scripture. Welcome to This IssueMoving Forward with Faith in ChristA welcome letter from a contributor in this issue. Neil L. Andersen“Come unto Me”: The Spiritual Quest of All Our LivesElder Andersen teaches that placing Jesus Christ first in our lives is a quest that continues throughout our lives and requires not only our commitment but also help from heaven. The Miracles of JesusS. Mark PalmerThe Coin in the Fish’s MouthElder Palmer shares lessons we can learn from the miracle of the coin in the fish’s mouth. The House of the Lord—Recent Messages from Prophets, Apostles, and Other Church LeadersProphets, apostles, and Church leaders talk about the importance and blessings of the temple. Gospel Solutions Brian J. WilloughbyFinding Hope and Love When Battling PornographyAddressing three levels of pornography use (addictive, intensive, and occasional), the author provides some steps one can take to overcome this harmful influence. David J.My Hope for a Life Free from PornographyA young adult struggling with pornography has a change of perspective that gives him hope in himself and in Jesus Christ. Camri BurrellHad Pornography Ruined My Ability to Feel and Give Love?Christlike love can change everything for those who struggle with pornography. Cameron StaleyIf I Struggle with Pornography, Am I Still Worthy of the Savior’s Help?We can always reach out to the Savior for help, no matter what we’re struggling with. What My Husband’s Pornography Struggle Taught Me about the Savior’s AtonementA young adult shares how repentance helped her find peace during her husband’s pornography struggle. Latter-day Saint Voices Maria Gleyciane Santos de AlmeidaWould the Cost Be Worth It?A mother makes sacrifices to get her family to sacrament meeting. Maria Teresa de JesusCan I Have That Book?A young woman who is preparing to serve a full-time mission is able to share a copy of the Book of Mormon with a couple on a bus. Nobuko MaedaYou Have the TempleDespite a series of adversities, a sister continues to serve in the temple and feels strengthened. Joel B. RandallWhere We Needed to BeAfter knocking on the wrong door, missionaries find that they were led to the right place. Ministering PrinciplesMinistering through ServiceIdeas for learning to serve sincerely as part of our ministering. Gospel BasicsSelf-Reliance Strengthens UsAn overview of the principle of self-reliance and how it can bless our lives. Portraits of FaithJoseph David (“J. D.”) EvansHe’s There for MeWhen my wife suddenly died in a traffic accident, I faced a crisis of faith. But I chose to believe, and my faith was rewarded with a confirming peace of mind. Joel B. RandallGuiding Children toward the SaviorA guide to how parents can use the Children and Youth program from 2019 to encourage personal development in their children. Brittany BeattieSix Reasons to Stay Hopeful for a Happy MarriageWe can trust in the beautiful nature of gospel truths about marriage and family. Karen A. WilsonWhat Sewing Taught Me about the GospelWe can find evidence of gospel principles everywhere. Vaughn E. WorthenPatience—a Process and a GiftSometimes it is in the waiting that we grow the most. Young Adults Gabrielle ShiozawaAre Your Coping Habits Helping or Harming You?A young adult shares how grappling with unhealthy coping mechanisms led her to Christ and to therapeutic tools. Diana Evelyn NielsonI Didn’t Feel Like Going to the Temple. But I Felt So Many Blessings from Going AnywayA young adult does proxy work in the temple and receives the blessings of temple attendance. Ben ErwinSelf-Control: A Cycle of Trying and FailingIt might feel impossible, but over time we can become better. Katelyn NarvaezHow Social Media Helped Me Share the GospelA young adult sees the blessings of sharing the gospel on social media. Victoria PasseyExcessive Media Use: Am I Trying to Escape from Something?A young adult shares how she managed to change her excessive media habits. Miyamoto Loretta JensenLetting Your Family History Change You for the BetterA young adult shares how learning about her family’s history has given her strength and hope in her own life. Come, Follow Me Shareable ScripturesPicture quotes with scriptures from this month’s Come, Follow Me readings from the New Testament. For ParentsOur Personal Journey toward GodIdeas for using this issue and the Church magazines for children and youth. Aging FaithfullyChristy MonsonWhat Could I Do to Help My Granddaughter?These are some of the lessons I learned when my granddaughter had a challenging time in her life. Come, Follow Me Who Was the Apostle Paul?Who was Saul of Tarsus, how was he converted, and how did his background help him be an effective missionary? Epistles of the Apostle Paul, Part 1Summaries of Paul’s letters to the Romans, Corinthians, and Galatians. Jason R. CombsPaul’s Metaphors of Salvation in Their Ancient ContextsPaul used concepts familiar to the people of his time to help them understand Jesus Christ’s work of salvation. Victoria AlliaudFive Reminders for Sharing the GospelWe can invite others to come unto Christ in everyday ways. How Can the Savior Deliver Me from Trials?How we can overcome challenges, temptations, and weaknesses through Jesus Christ. How Can I Become More Converted to the Gospel?What can we learn from Paul’s teachings in Romans about how to become more converted? What Does Paul Mean by “the Spirit of Adoption”?Exploring the difference between the spirit of bondage and the spirit of adoption in Romans 8. How Can I Treat My Body Like a Temple?Why each person’s body is a temple and ways to treat it as such. Africa West Local Pages I Am Invited to Live a Life in Jesus Christ with Continued Conversion Before the Next Library Burns to the Ground Journey to the Temple Australia Local Pages “And out of Small Things Proceedeth That which is Great” Safe in His Arms Parallels in Personal and Professional Life for Will Hopoate Little Helping Hands in Samoa Caribbean Local Pages The Eternal Family and the Plan of Happiness Waves of Righteous Energy Liken the Scriptures unto Yourself Meeting at the Future Temple United Kingdom/Ireland Local Pages The True Meaning of the Sabbath British Pageant Attracts and Inspires Talented Young Performers throughout the UK ‘There Are Your Children!’ Brother and Sister Serving Missions with an Arizona Connection Experiences of the British Pageant Keep The Light of Your Faith Burning New Zealand Local Pages “And out of Small Things Proceedeth That which is Great” Safe in His Arms Parallels in Personal and Professional Life for Will Hopoate Little Helping Hands in Samoa United States and Canada Section Introduction to the United States and Canada SectionAn introduction to the August 2023 United States and Canada Section. Jason R. CombsPaul’s Metaphors of Salvation in Their Ancient ContextsPaul used concepts familiar to the people of his time to help them understand Jesus Christ’s work of salvation. Fritzi Crowfoot WoodsOur Love for Temple WorkFor the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Cardston Alberta Temple, a Native Canadian shares how the Lord has blessed her family through temple work. Michelle WilsonA Walk Out of DarknessA woman is injured during a hike in a cave and, having prayed, is able to make it back out. Merrilee Browne BoyackSpeaking Up for TruthThe Lord is counting on us to stand for truth and be a warning voice to His children.