Youth

At the school I go to right now, there are very few members. So it’s important to live my standards because it’s the only way for the gospel light to shine through me so that nonmembers can eventually find their way to the Church. Maybe not now, but one day they’ll remember there was this one strange boy who didn’t drink iced tea and coffee, who didn’t swear, and who was part of a church. Maybe someday my example will lead them to where they need to be.

It can be hard to be different, to stand out. It’s really easy to drop standards. My family’s example and prayer really keep me going throughout the day. Prayer reminds me to keep my standards.

Never doubt for a moment that what you are doing is not right. People are always trying to put you down for things that you don’t do. Maybe you won’t be cool. That’s totally fine. Your Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ see you as cool for keeping the standards. You’ll realize eventually that what you’re doing now makes you happy. It really is that lasting joy that comes from keeping your standards. So keep going, keep living your standards!

Nathan O., 18, Manila, Philippines

Hi! My name is Grace, and I’m a hot chocolate enthusiast who loves overalls and plants. I like to draw, read, and go hammock camping. What I love most about the gospel is that even if I’m going through trials, there are talks, scriptures, and ward members that can help me to remember that Heavenly Father is there and that He loves me and knows me and my challenges and will help me.

Grace B., 17, Utah, USA

I think movies and film can bring great power. I feel it gets hard to find wholesome content sometimes. I decided to make a short film that would inspire and uplift people. I called it “You Are Great.” It’s about a man who’s sad and is able to feel better by doing service for people. God wants us to stay clean. If you watch things that remind you of the Savior, it will bring the Spirit into your life.

Garrett L., 20, Colorado, USA