by Annette Lyon

My parents would be shocked to hear that I cherish the memory of early morning scripture reading. It was my older sister’s New Testament year in seminary, and at the time we didn’t have access to a seminary class, so she did the work independent study. To support her, our family woke up each weekday morning and studied. Thus began my love of the New Testament. Reading the Savior’s words from His lifetime touched a spiritual chord that has never left me. The 2007 Gospel Doctrine lessons are focused on the New Testament. From the birth of Christ to John’s Revelation, there is so much that can touch you in the same way.

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by Dave Ellis

It’s January, I guess it’s time for my yearly ritual. I step outside, see my shadow and go back in to watch TV for six more weeks. OK, so I’m not as famous as Punxsutawney Phil, but I do share his body shape and hairy back. We also walk the same, except I’m a little more upright.

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When I asked for articles to print in this month’s issue, I had several topics. By far the most popular was New Year’s Resolutions. Hope springs eternal for all of us every January.

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By Jonathan H. Westover

As the New Year is upon us, many of us find ourselves contemplating possible New Year’s resolutions—lose some weight, exercise more, read X number of books, start a new hobby, etc. In creating a list of New Year’s resolutions, we may find ourselves seeking to craft S.M.A.R.T. goals—goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Tangible.

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by C.S. Bezas

OK. It’s the New Year. Ready to make those resolutions and keep them?

1. Blast Off with Desire

A rocket expends 80% of its fuel to successfully launch. Want success? Try burning desire. When you really want something, you are more likely to stick with it and achieve it.

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