If the members of the Church would search their scriptures…
““If the members of the Church would search their scriptures more intensely in the spirit of humility and prayer, disputations would cease among us. It seems to be a difficult thing to eliminate from the minds of some of our brethren cherished notions that are contrary to the revealed word. Many questions have been answered time and time again by those who have the knowledge and are prepared to give the answers, yet the error continues to exist. . . . Why is it that some members of the Church grasp at every sensational rumor with apparent eagerness and delight? If the same eagerness were applied to the revelations already given and we would heed them soberly and in humility of spirit, all would be well. The Lord has promised the Church "commandments not a few, and revelation in their time," yet we have some clamoring for more revelation when we have failed to keep those already given.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote urges humble, prayerful study of scripture to end disputes, urging members to apply the same eagerness to existing revelations as they do to sensational rumors.
In simple terms: Study scripture humbly to stop arguments.
Key Takeaway
Focus on existing teachings before seeking more.
Themes
humility
scripture study
church unity
revelation
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
instructional
When to use this quote
- Sunday school lessons
- personal devotion
- leadership training
- conflict resolution
- missionary work
Key Concepts
Doctrine
spiritual discipline
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we cultivate humility in study?
- What practices help prioritize existing teachings?
A Different Perspective
Human tendency to chase novelty can undermine deep understanding.