General Conference
“Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ” by J. Anette Dennis
40 Day General Conference Challenge DAY 3 “Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ” by J. Anette Dennis QUOTE ABOUT JESUS CHRIST: “When God the
June 22, 2024
Erin Ropelato
Connect with Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost through Scripture Study: Quality over Quantity
Even a few verses of scripture can have a big impact on your life. Discover why quality is more important than quantity when it comes to study time.
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to find time for scripture study amidst our daily routines. However, it’s important to remember that there are no set requirements for how much time we should spend studying scriptures. You can have a powerful study with just a verse or two, as it’s the connection with Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost that matters the most.
Every day, study time will look different depending on the amount of time we have. The time we spend studying ebbs and flows during the different seasons of life. Your study time will also look different than your mom, your best friend, or your neighbor down the street. The most important thing is to take the time to build a relationship with Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost.
In the April 2023 General Conference, Brother Milton Carmargo, First Counselor in the General Sunday School Presidency, gave valuable insight into the topic of scripture study. He said, “Could I suggest that you begin by making the words of Christ, found in the scriptures, a daily part of your life? There is no prescribed formula for perfect scripture study. It could be 5 or 10 minutes each day—or more if you can. It could be a chapter or a few verses a day.” (April 2023 General Conference)
“Could I suggest that you begin by making the words of Christ, found in the scriptures, a daily part of your life? There is no prescribed formula for perfect scripture study. It could be 5 or 10 minutes each day—or more if you can. It could be a chapter or a few verses a day.” (April 2023 General Conference)
In summary, Brother Camargo suggested making the words of Christ, found in the scriptures, a daily part of your life. He also emphasized that there is no prescribed formula for perfect scripture study. It could be five or ten minutes each day, or more if you can. It could be a chapter or just a few verses a day. Permission is given to read only a verse or two or three when that is all you have to give.
It’s comforting to know that even a few verses can make a significant impact in our lives. For example, I recently read about 15 verses of the words of Isaiah in 2 Nephi looking for attributes of Jesus Christ. In just a few minutes, I found attributes like mercy, strength, righteousness, and might that connected and invited me to ponder the Lord’s goodness in my life. On other days, I’ve read just two or three verses, and that is okay. Sometimes I’ve read a chapter or two–It just depends on my day.
If you’re looking for quick and simple study ideas using your learning styles, I have a free PDF download just for you. These eight simple and quick study ideas can help you make the most of your scripture study time, no matter how much time you have available.
Remember scripture study is not about the amount of time we spend but the quality of the connection we make with our Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost. There is no set formula for perfect scripture study, and it’s okay to read only a verse or two or three when that is all you have to give. Remember to take the time to build a relationship with our Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost and enjoy the blessings that come with consistent scripture study.
Looking for quick, easy ways to study the scriptures?
Sign up below with your name and email and "8 Simple Scripture Study Ideas" will be sent to your inbox in just a few minutes. Please add my email to your list to avoid the SPAM folder (erin@seekthisjesusstudy.com).
8 Study Ideas using personal learning styles FREE for you!
I will send you regular emails to help you love your gospel study. No spam! Promise!
Share this post
Learning Styles
Most Popular:
General Conference
“Motions of a Hidden Fire” by Jeffrey R. Holland
40 Day General Conference Challenge DAY 2 “Motions of a Hidden Fire” by Jeffrey R. Holland QUOTE ABOUT JESUS CHRIST: “I bear witness that when
May 31, 2024
General Conference
“Rejoice in the Gift of Priesthood Keys” by Russell M. Nelson
40 Day General Conference Challenge DAY 33 “Rejoice in the Gift of Priesthood Keys” by Russell M. Nelson QUOTE ABOUT JESUS CHRIST: “During this visitation
May 31, 2024
Christ Study
Seek Jesus in the Book of Mormon 2024 Weekly Guides
Recently during our family scripture study, we read 2 Nephi 25:26 which says, “And we talk of Christ, we rejoice in Christ, we preach of
March 22, 2024
Uncategorized
Celebrating a Christ-centered Easter: Top 12 Books For All Ages
An Easter Season #BecauseofHIM Because of Jesus Christ and His suffering in Gethsemane, His crucifixion and death, and His resurrection, we celebrate Easter every year.
March 8, 2024
Learning Styles
Book of Mormon 2024 “Come, Follow Me” and Learning Styles Weekly Guides
Are you ready to study the Book of Mormon for “Come, Follow Me”? Would you like to know which learning styles are used in each
December 29, 2023
