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Authors: David A. Bednar and Boyd K. Packer
About the Product: 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 of these General Authorities’ teaching methods, families and individuals can use the guided journal pages within the book to record and act on spiritual lessons drawn from their own lives. These two landmark addresses are presented in an exciting, unique “flip-book” format, with different covers on either side of the book. With engaging graphic art and questions to ponder, Cheetahs and Crocodiles will help readers watch for life experiences and scripture stories that offer profound spiritual insights for their families.
About the Authors: Elder David A. Bednar was called to serve as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2004. Prior to his call, he had served as an Area Seventy, regional representative, stake president, and bishop. He attended Brigham Young University, where he received bachelor’s and master’s degrees. He received a PhD in organizational behavior from Purdue University. Elder Bednar served as the president of BYU–Idaho from 1997 to 2004. His previously published books include the bestselling trilogy Increase in Learning; Act in Doctrine; and Power to Become. He and his wife, Susan, are the parents of three sons.
President Boyd K. Packer, former President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was set apart to that position on February 3, 2008. Previously, he was Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, beginning June 5, 1994. He was ordained as an Apostle on April 9, 1970. He earlier served for
almost nine years as an Assistant to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. President Packer passed away on July 3, 2015, at the age of 90.
Pages: 112
Deseret Book
