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Case studies and discussion Which of the trees of protection can each young woman in the following case studies use to resist Satan’s attempts to weaken and destroy her? 1. Maria is active in the Church and has a strong testimony. A school activity brought her in contact with Carl, who is not an active member, nor are his standards of behavior as high as Maria’s. Carl enjoys her company and showers attention on her. What could Maria do to hold fast to what she has been taught? To what trees could she cling to keep her from following Carl into inactivity?

Case studies and discussion Which of the trees of protection can each young woman in the following case studies use to resist Satan’s attempts to weaken and destroy her? 2. Lorraine is aware that she should not date before age sixteen, but a popular boy at school has invited her to a party. He told her, “Everyone is going to be there; will you go with me?” What should she reply? What trees should she hold to?

Case studies and discussion Which of the trees of protection can each young woman in the following case studies use to resist Satan’s attempts to weaken and destroy her? 3. Georgia’s teacher at school has often told her that she has a fine scientific mind and that to be married and have a family would be wasting her abilities. How does this advice conflict with the Lord’s standard? How can Georgia use her abilities in fulfilling her divine role? Which trees should she cling to in deciding about her future?

Case studies and discussion Which of the trees of protection can each young woman in the following case studies use to resist Satan’s attempts to weaken and destroy her? 4. A schoolmate of Ruth’s has urged her to come to a party, saying that Jack will be bringing something to really make her feel good. It will be exciting to try it just once. How could the commitment Ruth has already made about drugs and other Word of Wisdom temptations help her to respond to this invitation?

Case studies and discussion Which of the trees of protection can each young woman in the following case studies use to resist Satan’s attempts to weaken and destroy her? 5. Barbara’s boyfriend tells her, “Of course I love you. But we ought to find out if we are sexually compatible before we’re married.” What is the Lord’s standard on premarital sex? What would you do if you were Barbara? To which trees can Barbara cling?

Case studies and discussion Which of the trees of protection can each young woman in the following case studies use to resist Satan’s attempts to weaken and destroy her? 6. Susan found herself with a group of friends who wanted to see an objectionable movie. Susan felt it would be wrong to go to the movie. What could she suggest or say? What would you do in a similar situation?

Case studies and discussion Which of the trees of protection can each young woman in the following case studies use to resist Satan’s attempts to weaken and destroy her? 7. Rachel went shopping with a friend who kept urging her to purchase clothes that were either too tight or too short. The styles were very attractive, and she needed something new for a special occasion. What should Rachel do? What is the Lord’s standard on modesty and dress?

Case studies and discussion Which of the trees of protection can each young woman in the following case studies use to resist Satan’s attempts to weaken and destroy her? 8. Patricia listened to the missionaries and was baptized. She was the only member of her family to join the Church. Although at times keeping the commandments was difficult, she remained faithful and increased her resolve to live the Lord’s standards of righteousness. To what trees can Patricia cling to live the gospel when other family members make it difficult for her?