“Contents,” New Era, Nov. 2012, inside front cover–1 New Era Contents 2 General Conference Is for You Prophets spoke to you in conference. Hear what they had to say. 20 A Noteworthy Decision Grace Huang After months of practice, could all that effort be given up when the competition was scheduled for a Sunday? 22 Goals, Growth, and Family Time Janet Thomas Spencer’s Duty to God goal drew his family closer to the words of living prophets. 24 Tell Dad! Doug Wadsworth Alone and sitting miles from his destination, Doug found his four-wheeler’s gas tank near empty. 27 Make the Choice: Preparation or Procrastination A little work along the way can save a lot of stress down the road. 28 Questions & Answers I have a hard time respecting one of my schoolteachers. What should I do? 30 She’s My Sister? Nettie Hunsaker Francis When a gym teacher seemed to make things difficult, an inspired thought made everything easier. 32 Joseph Smith’s Key of Knowledge David A. Edwards Because of what Joseph Smith discovered, your everyday life will never be the same. 34 A Friend in the Hallway Sara Wright A seminary lesson and a prompting of the Spirit led Sara to a friend she may have otherwise overlooked. 37 Mormonad: Reach Higher 38 Tackling My Priorities Adam Brake Football was his life—until an injury helped Adam see there was a bigger game plan. 40 Thinking Outside the Book Victoria Ison Enhance your journaling with these six creative ideas. 43 The Extra Smile 44 To the Point Why we don’t wear crosses; crushes during teenage years; mobile phones in church. 46 Instant Messages A warm welcome; sharing a talent; two lives saved; a new friend. 48 Poem: The Mountains Soar Jacob Gabell 48 Photo Noah Weston 49 Righteous, Committed Missionaries Elder Quentin L. Cook