“Contents,” New Era, Jan. 1992
The Message: Make It Automatic Elder Richard G. ScottPeople are like watches: some must be wound up; others perform automatically. Which are you?
How I Know: On a Wing and a Prayer Viki A. GrobergA shaky flight in a small plane left her with a firm belief in the power of prayer and God’s constant love.
In Tune: Look Inside
Julie S. Anderson and Dennis L. Crockett
Breakfast Special F. Sterling HughesThese polyester senior citizens just made him touchier—until they touched his heart.
Mormonad: Simply heroic
Q&A: Questions and AnswersOur Church team prays before every game. The other teams do the same. Only one can win. Should we pray before competition, and if so, what for?
Hear the Song Richard M. RomneyWhen it comes to the gospel, LDS youth in Finland sing the same songs, speak the same language you do.
Sisters Janene Wolsey BaadsgaardNo hand-me-down dress and shoes from her sisters this time.
Scripture Lifeline: Julie’s Watching Mary Ann SiggardActions louder than words kept her away from the Church.
Everyday Heroes: Payback Adrian GostickKent Madrian’s grandparents helped care for him. Turnabout is fair play.
Not Bad Julene M. JolleyShe was angry because they judged her dad. But was she judging the judges?
Fiction: Knee Jerk Mike MillerBecome a sports hero? Sure, unless it meant exposing his scrawny white legs and knobby knees on the basketball court.
FYI: For Your Info
Mormonisms
There Is a Tomorrow Bruce C. HafenBecause you have a future, your yesterdays have meaning, today really counts, and eternal joy is possible.
FeedbackLetters to the Editor
Photo of the Month John Luke
Poem: Winter Dance Erinn Vandenhazel
Cover: For Säde Metsätähti of Turku, Finland, there’s more to music than melody alone. Listen to her talk about the songs of life, starting on page 20. Cover photography: Richard M. Romney (front), Phil Shurtleff (back).