Accounts Quote by Spencer W. Kimball
“There are two keys to productive missionary work -- (1) family-to-family friendshipping (when a member family shares the gospel with a nonmember family) and (2) cooperation between members and the missionaries to reach people...Every member knows of nonmembers he or she can refer to the missionaries. Every father, mother, and youth in this church should share the gospel by giving a Book of Mormon, telling the account of the Prophet Joseph Smith, or inviting our acquaintances to a special meeting.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1975
Productive missionary work relies on personal relationships and coordinated effort between members and missionaries to bring others to the gospel.
In simple terms: Missionary success needs family referrals and teamwork.
Key Takeaway
Encourage members to refer friends and cooperate with missionaries.
Themes
missionary work
family outreach
cooperation
faith sharing
Mood
inspirational
practical
Type
religious
motivational
When to use this quote
- Church members inviting friends
- youth sharing the Book of Mormon
- parents bringing acquaintances to meetings
Key Concepts
Referral networks
collaborative evangelism
personal testimony
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify friends who are receptive?
- What support do missionaries need from members?
A Different Perspective
Limited success if members are disengaged or lack training in sharing.
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