“Contents,” New Era, Jan. 2007, 1 New Era January 2007 Volume 37, Number 1 Contents The Quest for Spiritual Knowledge 2 President Boyd K. Packer There may be more power in your testimony than even you realize. 2007 Mutual Theme: Real Confidence 8 How can you be truly confident? This year’s Mutual theme holds the key. Line upon Line: D&C 121:45 11 In just a few words, this scriptures says a lot about the power of virtuous thoughts. Good to Know 12 Kong Nhean Serey as told to Phyllis Gunderson How could the Articles of Faith help someone get into college? Q&A: Questions and Answers 14 Why do people who are doing wrong seem to be having so much fun? It doesn’t seem fair. New Era Poster: What’s on Your Mind? 17 Who Are Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John? 18 Janet Thomas Who were these men who wrote about the Savior’s life? Idea List: Overcoming Temptation 23 Here are some ways to avoid “spiritual crocodiles.” The Puppet Boys 24 Riley M. Lorimer These three young men may be holding puppets, but when it comes to serving others, they’re no dummies. Serve It Forward 28 Jordan Muhlestein Rather than passing us by, they told us to pass it along. Reaching for the Top 30 Janet Thomas Corey Karaka of Sydney, Australia, knows the meaning of success. What’s Up? 34 Good Work 36 Elder Stephen B. Oveson Finding a job and doing it well can make your life so much better. The Extra Smile 41 Instant Messages 42 One special leader; comfort from an eternal family; the Savior understands. A Girl Called “Nine” 44 Jill B. Adair Despite her trials, Charlee Hawkins had a spirit that was a “10.” What’s in It for You 47 We’ve Got Mail 48 Poem: Noonday 49 Christine Layton Cover: Learning to work while you’re young can improve the rest of your life. See “Good Work” on p. 36. Cover photography: Matt Reier