We are each on our own pioneer journey in this life, which is why we must remember the second great commandment: "Love thy neighbor as thyself." "Under Covenant Toward the Promised Land" by Tessa Meyer Santiago at speeches.byu.edu

If you feel disheartened or exhausted, remember that "the plan of salvation is the ultimate adventure!" "Walk in Newness of Life" by Lloyd D. Newell at speeches.byu.edu

Where does true beauty come from? Gérald Caussé teaches that it "in large part comes from our personal inner light." "Harmony of Body and Spirit: A Key to Happiness" by Gérald Caussé at speeches.byu.edu

Let us emulate Christ by loving others as we "invite all to come and belong." "Five Messages That All of God's Children Need to Hear" by Dieter F. Uchtdorf at speeches.byu.edu

Our sins can be forgiven; "though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool."

This week's spotlight is Professor Fred Woods! He most enjoys working with BYU students and has had the blessing of teaching them for over a quarter century. He's lifted by their goodness and has learned from them in a variety of ways, including as a YSA bishop. For the past two decades he's been producing documentary films. The latest on BYU TV is about a Swedish convert in South Dakota. He's also involved with the “Saints by State” project wherein he interviews select Saints from all 50 states. Professor Woods and his wife are passionate pickleball players and love playing with BYU students!

As we "council with the Lord" in all we do, we will be guided. How has the Lord guided you in your own life?

Enhance your study of the Book of Mormon this year! On the RSC's website you'll find high-quality articles related to each week of Come, Follow Me. They can be helpful while preparing lessons or alongside your own personal study!

We are never alone in our efforts to become better. As we choose to be more full of love "He will lead us and guide us." “The Lord Looketh on the Heart" by Michael D. Brown at speeches.byu.edu

The BYU Religious Education Symposium in Honor of Sidney B. Sperry is here! Tonight and tomorrow, enjoy hearing from presenters about Christ in the Book of Mormon. Attendance is free! For more information including locations, parking, and presenters, please visit our website.

Don't let the fact that someone is different from you keep you from reaching out to "the very neighbors the Savior has asked us to love." "Loving Our Neighbors" by D. Carolina Núñez at speeches.byu.edu

This week we're spotlighting Professor Rob Eaton! He loves teaching students the restored gospel of Jesus Christ in a way that helps them become enduring disciples, which includes examining issues in a faith-filled environment. His greatest joy is playing a role in deepening the faith and discipleship of students. He also enjoyed co-authoring President Eyring’s biography and a book (Improving Learning and Mental Health in the College Classroom) on how college professors can teach in a way that reduces stress while boosting learning. A fun fact about Professor Eaton is that he's worked in a wide variety of jobs: professor, college administrator, attorney, executive, mission leader, newspaper deliverer, dishwasher, color commentator for high school basketball games, and Senate page.