Seeing and Knowing God: A Deep Dive into D&C 93

Brothers and sisters, sometimes I feel like I'm standing on the edge of a canyon, looking down into the deep currents of revelation. You know, the kind of place where the doctrines are so rich, so deep, that you feel like you need a compass just to navigate the truth. That's where Doctrine and Covenants 93 takes us.

As we study this week's material, I keep thinking about what Jared Halverson mentioned: this isn't just another doctrinal lesson; it’s a blueprint for *seeing* and *knowing* God. It’s a revelation that tackles the very nature of our worship, moving us far beyond the superficial.

It hits on the difference between merely going through the motions and truly understanding the principles at play. We’re talking about moving from an ignorant form of worship to one rooted in profound knowledge—a journey that requires both the Spirit and diligent study.

The Depth of Knowing

What struck me most was the emphasis on *knowing* God. It’s not enough to just *believe* in Him; we must strive to know Him. This echoes so much of what we talk about in our Preach My Gospel efforts—it’s about translating that inner light into teachable, tangible truths for our investigators.

Remember that feeling when you’re in a missionary discussion, and the investigator asks a question that requires you to synthesize scripture, personal testimony, and doctrine? That’s D&C 93 in action! It calls us to perpetual progress, to always be learning, always being refined.

Grace for Grace: A Continuous Flow

The concept of "grace for grace" and "grace to grace" really resonated with me this week. It’s a beautiful reminder that our discipleship isn't a ladder we climb to reach a final destination; it’s more like a river—a continuous flow powered by divine grace. We stumble, we learn, we are forgiven, and we keep moving forward, always leaning on the Savior’s grace.

If you’re feeling the weight of the work, or if you’ve been feeling stagnant in your personal revelation, I encourage you to revisit the foundational teachings. These principles are the bedrock for every disciple, whether you are preparing for your first mission, serving as a seasoned returned missionary, or simply trying to be a better disciple in your own home.

Being Christlike in Our Daily Lives

This revelation, and the King Follett parallels, continually point us back to the central theme: becoming more like Christ. It’s about the condescension of the Savior—His willingness to meet us where we are, to teach us in the deepest valleys of our doubt, and to guide us toward light and truth.

For those of us who are actively engaged in our discipleship—whether through a Book Club, a Bible Study Group, or just wrestling with a tough question with Davee—let’s keep that focus sharp. We are called to be Internet missionaries, disciples anywhere, all the time.

If you want to dig deeper into these profound doctrinal discussions, I highly recommend checking out the LivingBook. The social scripture study layer there, especially the scripture_insight community feed, is a goldmine for connecting these big ideas to our daily lives.

If you haven't been to a recent gathering, please consider joining us for a local study or challenge. We need to keep the momentum going!

P.S. If you have questions about how to apply the principles of D&C 93 to a modern, tricky doctrinal question, don't hesitate to bring it to Davee. He's ready to walk you through it as your AI Investigator!