“Contents,” Liahona, August 2017 Liahona, August 2017 Messages First Presidency Message A Disciple’s Life By President Dieter F. Uchtdorf Visiting Teaching Message Living a Consecrated Life Feature Articles Blessing Those Who Are Less Active By Elder Terence M. Vinson As we live in tune with the Spirit and seek the Lord’s help, He will bless our efforts to bring His lost sheep back to the fold. Eight Strategies to Help Children Reject Pornography By Lisa Ann Thomson Even with the seeming pervasiveness of pornography, parents have power to protect their children and prepare them to face and reject pornography. The Divine Standard of Honesty By Elder Neil L. Andersen For a disciple of Christ, honesty is at the very heart of spirituality. Learning for the Whole Soul By Elder Kim B. Clark Become educated with your entire soul—not just your mind. Departments April 2017 Conference Notebook News of the Church New Area Presidencies Reflections Clocks By Christy Rusch Banz Serving in the Church The Lord’s Concern for Us By Paige Anderson Portraits of Faith Niki Covington Latter-day Saint Voices Until We Meet Again Please Come Back! By President James E. Faust Young Adults What Is Institute? By Wayne L. Davis How can institute help you gain friends, spiritual protection, and gospel knowledge? Institute Is for Us By Leah Welker We’ve got a lot on our plates—institute can help. Youth Seminary: Where We Make Connections By David A. Edwards Do you sometimes feel isolated as you try to understand your life, your trials, and the scriptures? How You Can Help with Temple Work By Megan Armknecht How can you get involved in this exciting work? Champions for Family Prayer By Charlotte Larcabal Ten tips from youth to help your family reach new heights on your knees. Deciding to Be Faithful By Elder Enrique R. Falabella Four decisions that can change your life. Poster Individual Worth Answers from Church Leaders How to Respond with Christian Courage By Elder Robert D. Hales Questions and Answers How can I help my friends overcome problems like swearing and excessive video gaming? Children The Bad Picture By Lori Fuller Taran’s friend showed him a bad picture. What could he do? Sister Sheldon’s Miracle By Elyse D. Sister Sheldon was very sick. How could the Primary help her? Being Like Nephi By Mason J. After I learned about Nephi, I decided I wanted to be like him. Answers from an Apostle How Do I Help Everyone Feel Welcome in Primary? By Elder Neil L. Andersen Children with Heart Happy to Help! By Jordan Wright Names of Jesus Try this family home evening idea to get to know the Savior better. Stories of Jesus Jesus Forgave By Kim Webb Reid Coloring Page I Can Be Reverent