October 2019 Contents President M. Russell BallardA Remarkable Future Is before You!President Ballard teaches young people how to prepare for the wonderful blessings the Lord has in store for them. Alexander HenriodThe Last DucklingA young man learns about God’s love after rescuing a stubborn duckling in a sewer drain. Heather BergesonA Great (Apostasy) History LessonSee what we today can learn from the Great Apostasy that happened anciently. David A. Edwards5 Things Worth Knowing about PornographyOf all the things you might hear about pornography, here are five things worth knowing. Mariana M. LaraFriends Who Shared Their Light with MeA young woman shares the story of how good friends in her ward helped her turn her life around. Bishop Gérald CausséAre You Living a Ten-Dollar Life?Bishop Caussé teaches us how to focus on things of eternal value. Why Missionaries Do What They DoMissionaries have a purpose statement. Learn more about each part of it means and how knowing this purpose helps missionaries in their work. Elder Hugo MontoyaFrom Bullies to BaptizedElder Montoya tells a story about friends who tried to get him to smoke but who later became interested in the gospel. Joshua J. PerkeyBringing the Book of Mormon to LifeA new video series based on the Book of Mormon will help people experience the Book of Mormon in a new way. Laura FuchsA Bright Idea for Sharing the GospelFor some people, when we share the gospel with them, it can be like waking them up in the morning, so a gentle approach may help. For the Strength of YouthLaura Fuchs and Bethany StancliffeRay of RepentanceA young woman has a cloud hanging over her because she hasn’t yet repented. Charlotte LarcabalHow to Avoid a Social Media MessHere are ideas for how to stay safe when it comes to social media use. PosterA Picture of SuccessA poster that teaches about how success in sharing the gospel comes by doing it in normal, natural ways. YouthBrief profiles and testimonies of youth. Fun StopComics, games, and activities for youth. Q&A Q&AHow do I find friends with good standards?Answers to the question: How do I find friends with good standards? To the PointWhat is the Church’s view on the environment?An answer to the question: What is the Church’s view on the environment? Firm FoundationsBrief stories and testimonies of youth. Last WordElder Gordon B. HinckleyThe Chief Cornerstone of Our FaithPresident Hinckley explained how the Church is built upon a foundation of prophets and apostles, with Jesus Christ at its head.