Even though bad thoughts come knocking at the door, we ought not invite them to come in and have a seat. The best time to defend ourselves against temptation is when the thought begins to take shape; destroy the seed, and the plant will never grow. When I find myself in this situation, I sing my favorite hymn and try to have the image of Jesus in my heart until I can resist. If we persistently resist bad thoughts, they will depart.
Jorge G., Venezuela
I took this picture in Thessaloníki, Greece. It reminds me of the mist of darkness in Lehi's dream (see 1 Nephi 8:22–24).
Kevin K., Germany
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Illustration of book by Gene Christiansen; illustration of lighthouse by Scott Greer
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