“Contents,” Liahona, February 2015, 1–3 Liahona, February 2015 Messages 4 First Presidency Message Testimony and Conversion By President Henry B. Eyring 7 Visiting Teaching Message The Attributes of Jesus Christ—Without Sin Feature Articles 14 The Gate Called Baptism By Elder J. Devn Cornish Baptism by immersion marks the beginning of the covenant path to lasting conversion. 18 One New Temple, Three New Opportunities By Don L. Searle Inspired by the Spirit in a temple open house, these Guatemalan families progressed on their journey toward exaltation. 22 How Family History Changes Our Hearts and Minds By Amy Harris When we research our family history, we discover the grandeur of God’s plan and the personal nature of His love for us. 26 “My Days” of Temples and Technology By Elder Neil L. Andersen You were sent to earth at this time for a specific purpose, which includes the responsibility to assist in the work of salvation. 34 Before Our Journey’s Through By Richard M. Romney When it comes to enduring well, we can learn a lot from the examples of those who have spent their lives in dedicated service to God and His children. Departments 8 October 2014 Conference Notebook 10 What We Believe Patriarchal Blessings—Inspired Guidance for Your Life 12 Our Homes, Our Families Grateful for Temple Covenants By Cari Florence 38 Latter-day Saint Voices 80 Until We Meet Again True Love By Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin Young Adults 42 Blessed by the Sabbath Day By Emmaline R. Wilson Young adults experience miracles as they strive to keep the Sabbath day holy. 46 Young Adult Profiles Strong Paddles, Strong Testimonies in French Polynesia By Mindy Anne Leavitt Youth 48 Look to God Each Day By Elder D. Todd Christofferson Heavenly Father is eager to give us the help we seek each day. 52 Finding Strength in Good Friends By Elder Jorge F. Zeballos The friends you choose can have a big impact on your life, so it’s important to choose wisely. 54 When Good Friends Falter What can you do when your friends start to lower their standards? 57 Our Space 58 What We Know about Premortal Life By Norman W. Gardner Knowing that you chose to follow the Savior in the premortal life helps you make good decisions throughout your mortal life. 60 Questions and Answers I lost a dear friend recently. How do I deal with the grief? 62 We Miss Sofía By Fernando Peralta When my sister and I were in a terrible accident, our family relied on temple covenants to find peace. 64 Time to Study the Scriptures By Elder Richard G. Scott What’s more important than school, work, or social media? Children 65 Special Witness Letters from Grandma Whittle 66 It’s Your Turn By Bishop Gary E. Stevenson Now is the time to prepare to meet God and help others do the same. 68 Our Page 69 Bright Idea 70 There’s Always Time to Pray By Barbara Hopf Fynn was afraid to go to school until his mom taught him a simple solution. 72 Helping a New Friend By Quinnley W. The Holy Ghost can help you know how to show love to others. 73 Music When Jesus Christ Was Baptized By Jeanne P. Lawler 74 Scripture Time Jesus Was Baptized By Erin Sanderson and Jean Bingham 76 For Young Children Juliana Gives a Talk By Jane McBride Choate