This is a comprehensive book about the LDS temple. It examines in appropriate detail the doctrines and practices which surround that holy building, and particularly their implications for the individual Church member. Part one offers the Lord's invitation: "Come to the temple." It sets forth the requirements for attendance- basically, preparation through worthiness- and the attitude and behavior appropriate for those attending that holy place on the first and all subsequent occasions. Part...

Everyone is a teacher-and everyone can learn to teach better. That is the theme and substance of Teach Ye Diligently, by Elder Boyd K. Packer of the Council of the Twelve Apostles, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A teacher by profession as well as avocation, Elder Packer draws upon personal experiences and observations in the classroom, as a teaching administrator, and in his own family to provide down-to-earth, useful interpretations of teaching principles that can help every...

Over the course of his more than five decades as a General Authority for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, President Packer has powerfully and thoughtfully addressed many major doctrinal, moral, and social issues. Now his teachings on 25 key topics have been compiled in this encyclopedic guide to better understanding the principles and practices of the Gospel. With hundreds of quotations, his most memorable stories, and dozens of photographs chronicling President Packer's se...

In President Packer’s characteristic wise and authoritative manner, he examines in appropriate detail the doctrines and practices surrounding the holy temples that dot the world. This timely and valuable book will help members at every stage of life as it focuses on a temple’s purpose, beauty, and the blessings it offers.Part one offers the Lord’s invitation: “Come to the temple.” It sets forth the requirements for attendance—basically, preparation through worthiness—and the attitu...

In a recent general conference address, Elder David A. Bednar described lessons we can learn about spiritual complacency and strength by observing how cheetahs hunt. The Parable of the Cheetahs and The Parable of the Crocodiles combines this allegory with President Boyd K. Packer's beloved parable about spiritual crocodiles, giving readers the chance to ponder these teachings and learn how to recognize the adversary's plan of attack in their own lives. Using the examples ...

An Apostle's Witness is a rare and precious gift in today's world. And the testimony of President Boyd K. Packer, developed over the course of more than fifty years as a General Authority, is filled with wisdom and understanding."All knowledge is not necessarily of equal value," President Packer reminds us. In this timely book, he speaks of truths that "can be crucial to happiness as well as to exaltation." These are truths "most worth knowing," and they are essential to our progre...

In our tempestuous day, where can we turn for refuge? It is no surprise that the latter days are stormy ones. "We live in a very dangerous world that threatens those things that are most spiritual," writes President Boyd K. Packer. "The adversary is about. His objective is to cause injury." But there is a place of strength and peace, a true refuge from the storm. In this powerful book, President Packer discusses the priesthood, the family, and the Church, three importance forces that, work...

If you don't know the rules and the procedures, hunting for big game can often be futile or even fatal. Likewise, if you're hunting for a mate, the proper techniques and skills are even more important.Using this analogy, Elder Boyd K. Packer presents herein the best ways to search for, fall in love with, and live happily ever after with an eternal mate.This is a timeless message to youth everywhere.

This book pulls together 61 stories that will have you laughing, smiling, and crying as Pres Packer recites a century's worth of wisdom from gospel living. With 51+ years as a General Authority, Pres Packer's soothing, one-of-a-kind voice echoes through his stories such as "To Call Instead of Invite", "The Spirit of Revelation", "Love Beyond Self", "Putting Together a Boy", "Reinforcing Prayer", and "Leaders Keep Confidences". The titles may not be familiar at first, but as you read them y...

“A parable is ‘a brief, simple story told to illustrate or teach a moral or spiritual truth,’” writes President Boyd K. Packer. “This is a Christmas parable.” With that introduction, President Packer relates the tender story of a man whose strange dream during a difficult Christmas season awakens him to the reality of the Savior's atonement. This meaningful story is highlighted by President Packer's own paintings. A Christmas gift sure to be remembered.

One of the most thorough presentations in print on Mormon theology compares each teaching with what the Bible says. Designed for quick reference.

LDS Beliefs is a landmark publication at a time in the Church’s history when it is vital for members to know their religion for themselves and be able to explain the major teachings of Mormonism to persons not of our faith. This book is written to Latter-day Saints and is intended to serve as an essential reference, a doctrinal primer on our beliefs. With entries on nearly 400 topics, it has a conversational tone, a cordial and inviting spirit, and serves as a handy one volume summary of a...