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FHE: Standards
Mormon Life says: "May we ever be courageous and prepared to stand for what we believe." - Thomas S. Monson
Conference Talk: For more information on this topic read “Dare to Stand Alone”, by President Thomas S. Monson, Ensign, Nov. 2011, 60. Thought: I recall a time . . . when the standards of most...
{A&E} Ultimate Guide: Finding Clean Books
Mormon Life says: After running our article on sites for reviewing movie content a month ago, we received several requests for an article to screen books as well. Your wish is our command.
I’ll tell you a secret. I almost failed 8th grade because I read too many books. True story. That’s how much I love reading.Fortunately and unfortunately, the world of literature is larger and more...
Young Men Lesson 46: Avoiding Degrading Media Influences
Mormon Life says: Be clean—in language, in thought, in body, in dress.
Discussion QuestionsHow do I know what media is damaging or degrading to me? (see For the Strength of Youth [pamphlet, 2001], 17–19).What effect does degrading media have on me?How do I avoid...
Young Men Lesson 39: Moral Courage
Some time ago I had a delightful conversation with an impressive 16-year-old young woman. I discovered she was the only member of the Church in her high school. I asked her, “What is the most difficult challenge you face being the only member?” She was thoughtful and gave a very astute answer:...
Choose Carefully Those You Date
Mormon Life says: No one says, "I’m going to date losers—I love misery." At the same time, many don’t think seriously about who they ask out or who they agree to date. Perhaps you need to stop and consider what kind of person he or she really is.
And while people don’t wear “I’m a loser” signs, you can look for clues to the kind of people they really are. Consider the following telltale situations:Good Choices/Bad Choices1. You’re talking...
TV or Not TV?
Mormon Life says: I'm going to make a challenge here-are you sure you want to keep reading? Here it comes. Ladies and gentlemen (please imagine a drum roll somewhere in the distance), I challenge you...wait...I challenge thee (it sounds more, you know, like a commandment), I challenge thee to fast from TV for a month! No TV, no movies, no videos!
If the television craze continues with the present level of programs, we are destined to have a nation of morons. -Daniel Marsh, President, Boston University Ooh, isn't that a good quote? " ....
