Daily Scripture Thoughts

“Sacrifice brings forth the blessings of heaven” is one of the reminders and promises our son, McKay, promised us as he gave us priesthood blessings the morning of our flights returning to the SIHM. We know that’s true…

When Elder Gong was here, he leaned forward and told Sister Court and I that we were in the planning and establishment phase of the Church in the Solomon Islands.

Please read it and imagine you were there. Imagine you're attending a General Conference and Alma is speaking. As you read his words, imagine that he's asking you each question. Look inside.

Alma 3 and Alma 4 expose the rapid spiritual decline of the Nephite nation caused by pride, while simultaneously highlighting the righteous minority who anchored themselves to Christ through humility, covenants, and the…

Elders and Sisters, as we preach the gospel, Alma 1 offers vital warnings for our missions. The story of Nehor shows us a couple of themes for sure that directly apply to today’s world - the danger of priestcraft and the…

We admit it, the Alma the Younger story is one of our favorites in all of scripture! Him choosing to use his agency to repent, and all that the Lord teaches him about repentance and being born again, is just amazing! The…

Mosiah 25 and 26 emphasize emotional and spiritual unity and the divine nature of personal accountability.

Even when we are righteous, the Lord allows us to face trials to refine us. As the record states: "Nevertheless the Lord seeth fit to chasten his people; yea, he trieth their patience and their faith" (Mosiah 23:21).…

In these chapters King Limhi’s people faced the difficult reality of living under Lamanite oppression. Yes, it was a consequence of their sinfulness. But it was still difficult. Frustrated, they initially reacted with…

King Noah’s people engaged in his sins. It’s easy to do when your leader says it’s ok. But this story shows how unrepented sin drives individuals to actions they once thought impossible.

First, be true no matter the cost. Look at Abinadi. Surrounded by a hostile court, he refused to retract his words. He declared, “I will not recall my words…for they are true…even unto death” (Mosiah 17:9-10).

Everyone saved will have chosen to follow a prophet and that following that prophet will, at some point, not be easy. But Christ’s seed are those that follow the prophets and it is a sure thing!

What do people perceive in you? Abinadi does a lot of perceiving in chapter 13 and what he perceives in them is not good.

Elders and Sisters we think this talk is probably the best introduction to Abinadi, King Noah and his people.

Sister Court and I think that a reading of these chapters should really start with PMG, the bottom of page 182 (Use the Scriptures) and through the bottom of 184 (Help People Use the Scriptures)

We hope you enjoyed District Conference yesterday! As we looked around that room we saw the results of the desire and commitment that define success as a missionary. So many of those members are members because of your…

Before starting today’s reading, we invite you to read Repentance, Commitment, and Conversion - Preach My Gospel, Chapter 11 (p. 201 - 202)

Yesterday, in addition to saying goodbye to Elder Tapusoa and Elder and Sister Boom, Sister Court and I had the opportunity to spend a couple of hours with members of the Solomon Islands Honiara District. In preparation…

There is so much to learn from King Benjamin over today and tomorrow. Remember to learn, apply teachings to yourself, and to ask yourself how what you learn might help with your missionary purpose of inviting all to come…

As we fulfill our missionary purpose, we will have our own spiritual wrestles to grow our testimonies and help us to teach others with authentic experiences of our own.

Jacob summarizes the Allegory of the Olive Tree. He pleads with the people to repent and accept God's arm of mercy, reminding us that the Lord will reward His faithful, hard-working servants. Let’s be that as we fulfill…

1. Remember that God is not disinterested or uninvolved in your life - He is interested and involved. Find that in this allegory. 2. The Lord of the Vineyard is Jesus Christ. Look at all He’s willing to do for the Trees…

Accountability was taught so well in our last Mission Conference! Learning from this verse how important personal accountability was to Jacob, here is some more on the importance of Accountability from PMG, p. 154

Nephi’s last writings are packed with doctrine and insights from a man who spent his entire life exercising faith in Jesus Christ and His Doctrine, learning about covenants, and trusting in the gathering of Israel.

Today’s reading are two of the greatest chapters in the Book of Mormon as they illustrate the importance of obedience and the Doctrine of Christ!

During FHE in our home last week, we shared our testimonies of the Book of Mormon. We learned from one missionary how much a specific verse meant to him during real challenges he was experiencing during his mission. From…

So this chapter is cool because it talks about the coming forth of the Book of Mormon and the three witnesses that will testify of the Book. This chapter was written 600 years before Christ’s birth and it talks about an…

Isaiah was all about Jesus Christ! So, of course, the first message of these chapters is a Christ-Centered Message (Which is Our Missionary Purpose - to invite all to come unto Him and receive the restored gospel)!