No handheld device or artificial intelligence will be more valuable than revealed truth found in the Bible, the Book of Mormon, and the words of living prophets—whether handheld or digital.
Do not entertain content that is destructive. If you do algorithms can lead you down a rabbit hole of darkness. (This is true in all contexts, not just spiritual content.)
The scriptures, combined with spiritual inspiration from the Holy Spirit, continue to be the primary source that facilitates the conversion of those who have broken hearts and contrite spirits and desire to follow Jesus Christ. The scriptures help build a foundation that can withstand the adversary’s constant efforts to undermine faith.
This is what scriptures have always been for and the Book of Mormon is specifically formulated to be effective in our day.
As the family was nearing baptism, they received a barrage of literature critical of the Church. This was before the internet, but the material filled a large cardboard box.
The sister missionaries invited me as a recently called 34-year-old bishop to help answer the questions being raised. … During the opening prayer, the Spirit whispered to me, “He already knows it is true.” This was important. The sisters believed that the rest of the family already had a testimony. They were unsure about the father.
I immediately informed him that the Spirit had prompted me that he already had a testimony. “Was that true?” He looked at me intently and said that the Spirit had confirmed the truth of the Book of Mormon and the Church to him.
I then asked whether it would be necessary to review the pamphlets, if they already had a spiritual confirmation.
The father replied that it would not be necessary. The rest of the family concurred with his answer.
This is a perfect example of the principle to cling to what you do know rather than what you don’t know.
The Book of Mormon helps us draw closer to God as we learn, understand, and apply its teachings.
Both long-term members and those newly studying the gospel need to be intentional about what they view. Do not entertain immoral, dishonest, or unrighteous material. If you do, algorithms can lead you down a path that destroys faith and impairs your eternal progression. You can be acted upon positively or negatively. Seek righteousness and avoid dark internet rabbit holes and doomscrolling. Fill your life with positive, righteous ideas; be joyful; have fun but avoid foolishness. There is a difference. The thirteenth article of faith is a marvelous guide. Above all, immerse yourself regularly in the Book of Mormon, which will draw the Spirit into your life and help you discern truth from error.
My counsel for those who have in any way deviated from the covenant path is to return to the sacred scriptures, prophetic guidance, religious observance in the home, and the music of faith. Every soul is precious to the Lord. We need you! The Lord needs you, and you need Him! You will always be welcome. During my many years of Church service, I have cherished the wonderful people who returned to the covenant path and then served and blessed everyone they loved or with whom they came in contact.
How can we incorporate music of faith to uplift the spirit of our home?
Do not entertain immoral, dishonest, or unrighteous material. If you do, algorithms can lead you down a path that destroys faith and impairs your eternal progression. … Seek righteousness and avoid dark internet rabbit holes and doomscrolling. Fill your life with positive, righteous ideas; be joyful; have fun but avoid foolishness.
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