Stop the Yawns, AUTHOR: Alma Heaton, CATEGORY: Missionary

Key Features:

• The author's enthusiasm is contagious as he shares techniques to make any talk or lesson be truly uplifting and enjoyable.
• Learn how to effectively use your own experiences as a teaching tool,and how to properly use scriptures and quotes.
• This book will help new speakers gain confidence, while honing the skills of experienced teachers.

Make your next talk or lesson a magical moment

Are you a little nervous about giving that upcoming lesson or Sacrament Meeting talk? It doesn't have to be this way. Follow the techniques in Stop the Yawns, and you can give topnotch talks and lessons every time.

• Tap into the amazing power of enthusiasm
• Effectively use your own personal experiences
• Properly use scriptures and quotes
• Make any lesson or talk enjoyable for you and your audience

Stop the Yawns will make sleeping in church a thing of the past by helping novice speakers gain confidence, while honing the skills of experienced teachers.

Review-
"While this book focuses primarily on Sacrament meeting talks, the material is applicable to any situation in which we are required to talk, including a classroom lesson. This is an impressive addition to the body of LDS non-fiction, and surprisingly, an area that is often neglected. While much of what he teaches is basic to any sort of public speaking, Latter-day Saints will find the essential additions of scriptures, gospel principles and examples from our own leaders. After all, we have rather unique talks, and this is just the book to help you become a memorable speaker."

Abraham's Seed & Covenant

Abraham's Seed & Covenant, AUTHOR: Douglas Bentley, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction

Key Features:

• This fascinating book shows how the modern-day descendants of Abraham are fulfilling the Lord’s ancient promises.
• Includes a careful explanation of Ezekiel’s prophesied “Stick of Joseph” and how it relates directly to The Book of Mormon.

The prophet Abraham received many powerful promises from the Lord concerning his posterity, and he was shown the marvelous work his descendants would accomplish in the last days.

In this compelling book, author Douglas Bentley provides a stirring message concerning the birthright and covenant of Abraham’s children. The book makes it plain for those who are not LDS—but who are familiar with the teachings of Christ—to come to a knowledge of who He is and who they are in the eyes of God.

Abraham’s Seed and Covenant creates in the reader a need to know more of the coming forth of Ezekiel’s prophesied “Stick of Joseph” and how it can lead people to Jesus Christ and His latter-day church. A powerful missionary tool!

Review-
"This book is a must for every missionary to read before entering the field!"

Already to Harvest, AUTHOR: Hartman Rector Jr., CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction/ Missionary

And now, I ask, what great blessings has he bestowed upon us?

Behold, thousands of (our brethren) rejoice, and have been brought into the fold of God.

Behold, the field is ripe, and blessed are ye, for ye did thrust in the sickle, and did reap with your might.

Yea, he that repenteth and exerciseth faith, and bringeth forth good works, and prayeth continually without ceasing--unto such is given . . .to bring thousands of souls to repentance.

Now my brethren, we see that God is mindful of every people, whatsoever land they may be in; yea, he numbereth his people, and his bowels of mercy are over all the earth. (Alma 26:2,4-5,22,37)

Size: 95 Pages, 6x9" Paperback. Qty.: Special $9.95

All I Ever Needed To Know I Learned On My Mission, AUTHOR: Jeffrey G. Skousen, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction/ Missionary

Key Features:

• The book insightfully touches upon the actual day-to-day experiences that confront missionaries during their labors.
• The book’s amusing anecdotes skillfully demonstrate the principles being taught.
• Every chapter is loaded with details every missionary will appreciate and implement.

Many future missionaries have been told in general terms what to expect in the mission field, but they have rarely been able to comprehend the day-to-day rigors they will face-until now.

At last comes a book that moves beyond the usual "missionary" advice to actual experiences of what awaits them in the mission field.

By using amusing and revealing anecdotes, Jeff Skousen has crafted an entertaining guide that tackles various subjects such as dealing with anti-Mormon literature, handling Protestant ministers, and helping investigators through times of tragedy or doubt.

In the same mode as All I Ever Needed to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, every chapter is loaded with insights that will touch both the heart and mind of those preparing to serve a mission-and those who already have.

Review-
". . . each experience has a powerful and important moral lesson for the current or future full-time missionary. I would recommend this book highly to anyone who has a desire to be involved in missionary work."

Becoming the Bold Missionary, AUTHOR: George Durrant, CATEGORY: Missionary

Key Features:

• The book shares a vital key to success-being bold, but not overbearing.
• The book's inspiring stories, solid advice, and doctrine helps readers change weaknesses into strengths.
• The author uses his years of experience in the missionary program to help the reader reach new heights, both as a missionary and in daily life.

To be bold or not to be bold, that is the question

This book wraps inspiring stories around solid advice and doctrine. Future and current missionaries will discover:

• The power you obtain by being bold but not overbearing
• Virtue is the foundation of boldness
• Boldness can change weaknesses into strengths
• Once you have boldness, the future is yours

Tap into the author's insights, based on years of experience in the missionary program, and you will find yourself reaching new heights as both a missionary and in your personal life.

George Durrant served for three years as president of the Missionary Training Center in Provo, Utah, and he has taught religion at Brigham Young University.

Size: 66 pages, 5.5x7.75" Paperback. Qty.: Special $6.95

Dare to Prepare, AUTHOR: Lyman Rose, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction/ Missionary

Key Features:

• This missionary guide effectively teaches prospective missionaries the keys to unlocking their true potential.
• This isn't a rehearsal of door approaches-instead it focuses on helping missionaries build spiritual stature and succeed in life.
• The author is well-qualified to write such a book, having taught missionary preparation classes for more than a decade..

Do you have the courage to unlock your potential?

Inside this book lies not only the principles to succeed as a missionary, but to succeed in life! You won't find door approaches or discussion memorization techniques within these pages. The MTC will more than prepare you in these areas.

Instead, this work will build your spiritual stature through specific assignments at the end of each chapter. By the end of the book you will find yourself ready for anything!

Discover the keys to:

• Obtaining and maintaining the Holy Ghost
• Allowing the mission rules to strengthen you
• Unlocking the power of faith
• Making and keeping personal covenants
• and many more!

A prepared, spiritual missionary stands out immediately when he or she enters the mission field. This book will help make you that person!

Lyman Rose has been teaching missionary preparation courses throughout the LDS Church for more than a decade.

Size: 142 pages, 6x9" Paperback. Qty.: Special $12.95

Expect the Miracle of Conversion, AUTHOR: Hartman Rector Jr., CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction/ Missionary

For Missionaries and Members who desire to serve God.
Charity, or love plus sacrifice, is the key to bringing souls unto God. It is a fact that almost no one can turn down love. Love is the magic that makes all good things happen. When we effectively implement love plus sacrifice in our lives, then we can expect the miracle of conversion as we labor to bring souls unto Christ. But how do we effectively implement charity in our lives?

In this how-to book on successful missionary service, Elder Hartman Rector, Jr. outlines the principles that govern both the gift of charity and the miracle of conversion. These principles of conversion are grounded in the scriptures--predicated on eternal law. As we implement these principles in our lives, we become more effective missionaries and more converted members. In essence, we prepare ourselves to embark in the service of God.

From his experiences as a convert, mission president and former member of the First Quorum of the Seventy, Elder Rector shares miraculous accounts of conversion and explains the secret of the success of some of the most productive missionaries who have ever lived. A companion piece to Already to Harvest, Elder Rector's latest handbook of success is a must-have for both missionaries and member who desire to serve God.

Includes 7 keys to becoming a more effective leader, a more converted member, and a more productive missionary:

Fight the Good Fight, AUTHOR: Gayland R. Jones, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction/ Missionary

Key Features:

• Missionaries face a true battle against the adversary, and this book shares essential ways to succeed in this war for souls.
• The author's ten points of spiritual preparation will positively change the focus and outlook of any prospective missionary.
• The book includes an excellent collection of quotes by General Authorities on each aspect of missionary work.

As the Second Coming approaches, the battle between good and evil is increasing in intensity each year. Satan has made many inroads in our society, and even within our church.

It is easy to picture the entire earth as a giant battlefield where the battle for souls is being waged. It is onto the frontlines of that great battle that Latter-day Saint missionaries are placed. Without proper pre-mission preparation, these young warriors of God could become vulnerable to the adversary.

With those scenes as a backdrop, the author of Fight the Good Fight has written this outstanding guide for new missionaries. His ten points of spiritual preparation will positively change the focus and outlook of any prospective missionary.

Some of these crucial points include: the process of prayer, the power of bearing testimony, and self-motivation. Also included are wonderful quotes by modern prophets on each of these ten points.

Size: 82 pages, 6x9" Paperback. Qty.: Special $10.95

Heavenly Father's Angels, AUTHOR: Marcus Sheridan, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction/ Missionary

Key Features:

• The comprehensive guide will help any prospective missionary feel better prepared to embark on his or her mission.
• The author carefully explains each step of missionary life-from the MTC to the final days-in a pleasant, readable way.
• Most importantly, this book shows how enthusiasm brings the Spirit into the work.

The Ultimate Missionary Guide

All missionaries can be great! That is the simple message of this guide that everyone involved with missionary work should read!

The book's step-by-step progression will make a nervous future missionary feel up to the task, and will help even seasoned missionaries improve their skills and keep the Spirit with them.

Other missionary guides on the market rarely expand beyond the basics of missionary work-prayer, study, hard work, etc. Heavenly Father's Angels effectively covers those topics and so much more!

The author carefully explains how to acquire the best techniques, habits and characteristics that enable a missionary to maximize his or her potential and become a master at human relations.

Each phase of mission life is discussed chronologically, beginning with what to expect at the Missionary Training Center. Most importantly, the reader will learn how the power of constant enthusiasm can bring the Holy Ghost into every aspect of missionary life.

Marcus Sheridan served in the Osorno, Chile, mission from 1997 to 1999. He was well-known throughout the mission for his work ethic and enthusiasm.

Size: 180 pages, 6x9" Paperback. Qty.: Special $12.95

I Have An Answer, AUTHOR: David Bowman, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction

Key Features:

• The author’s sincere desire to answer the many questions he faced both as a full-time and a stake missionary led him to write this powerful work.
• Hundreds of topics are organized alphabetically for easy reference.

There are times when well-meaning non-LDS neighbors and friends ask questions about the Church. I Have an Answer is the perfect resource to provide the answers they are seeking on dozens of subjects. The book is also a valuable aid for members and missionaries to strengthen their testimonies of the restored gospel.

Written in a smooth, easy-to-read style and organized alphabetically, this book is a must for every LDS family seeking greater understanding of Christ's gospel.

Review-
"Whether one is LDS or investigating the Church, questions in this book are ones that are asked by anyone who is searching for truth. The gospel topics discussed are clearly referenced in the table of contents which makes them easy to find. I would rate this work as excellent in giving brief answers to pertinent questions. . ."

The Lasting Convert, AUTHOR: George Durrant, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction

Key Features:

• Wonderful stories and examples are wrapped around ten simple yet profound steps to stay centered in the gospel.
• The author provides marvelous insights of how to strengthen ourselves spiritually.

You are invited to become a lasting convert

This book contains inspiring stories combined with solid advice and doctrine to help Latter-day Saints stay focused on Christ. You will discover the power behind simple yet profound steps that are guideposts to a righteous life. The author takes basic ideas-such as prayer and church attendance-and provides marvelous insights into how to strengthen ourselves spiritually each day. These insights include:

• See past the negative comments of others.
• Temple ordinances bless the whole family.
• Those who sing the hymns will be lasting converts.
• A faithful priesthood holder unifies a home.

As you implement the ten invitations in this book, you will find yourself reaching new heights both in your personal life and as a follower of Christ.

Size: 88 pages, 5.5 x 8.5" Paperback. Qty.: Special $7.95

The Lord Kneads You, AUTHOR: Lyman Rose, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction/ Missionary

Key Features:

• This powerful guide shares how to smoothly move from the Missionary Training Center into the mission field.
• Wonderful examples and striking visual aids emphasize the message of obtaining and keeping the Spirit despite facing daily, real-world obstacles.
• This book builds upon the principles taught in the author’s best-selling book Dare to Prepare.

The opportunity to serve the Lord as a missionary can be a powerful, wonderful experience. However, a missionary’s transition from the Missionary Training Center to the mission field can often be jarring. This adjustment period is greatly reduced when a missionary is prepared for what lies ahead.

Noted author Lyman Rose follows his best-selling pre-mission guide Dare to Prepare with this powerful handbook on how to obtain and keep the Spirit with you in the mission field. Among the important topics are:

• dealing with difficult people and companions
• rejoicing through fasting
• properly performing priesthood ordinances
• tapping the power of your patriarchal blessing
• overcoming pride
• and many more

Those who took the “dare to prepare” can now use these additional principles to let the Lord shape them into valiant messengers of the gospel.

Preparing For Your Mission, AUTHOR: Ed J. and Patricia Pinegar, CATEGORY: LDS Non-Fiction/ Missionary

Prepare to serve! Through detailed, guided scripture study, this workbook can help missionaries and prospective missionaries increase their understanding and testimonies of preaching the gospel. Each chapter includes numerous quotations from latter–day apostles and prophets on topics like the Spirit, faith, conversion, and the Book of Mormon as they relate to missionary work. Parents and youth leaders can help young men and women prepare earlier and better for their missions by introducing them to Preparing for Your Mission.

President Benson has said: “If you want to get the spirit of the gospel in your home, support the missionary program. Prepare your sons and your daughters through your home evenings, through setting the proper example in your homes. Prepare to send them into the mission field. These young sons and daughters will bless your names forever if you help to make it possible through your training and your example and your willingness to sacrifice just a little, if you can call it sacrifice, to see them go into the mission field.” (Glasgow Scotland Area Conference, June 21, 1976.)

“At what age do we begin teaching our sons these gospel truths? Alma taught his son Helaman while he was in his youth. (see Alma 36:3.) Our youth ought not to wait until the mission field to get a grasp of the scriptures and a closeness to the Lord. Lehi said that his son Jacob beheld the glory of the Lord in his youth. (See 2 Nephi 2:4.) Imagine what would happen to missionary work if we sent out that kind of young men.” (“Worthy Fathers, Worthy Sons,” Ensign, November 1985, p. 37.)