7/31/2017 - Section 58:8-29
July 31, 2017 Section 58:8-29 Holy Ghost Stayed Attuned, Agency Used for Good, Go Forward in Faith, Spiritual Growth, The Lord instructs the saints that have come to Missouri. He speaks to Edward Partridge, the first Bishop called in this dispensation—and thus at this time the Bishop of the entire church. In v 20 He cautions His leaders: “ Let no man think he is ruler; but let God rule him that judgeth, according to the counsel of his own will, or, in other words, him that counseleth or sitteth upon the judgment seat.” This is written to all who are called to a position of authority—we must stay attuned to His spirit. We must take our thoughts, our concerns, our action plans to Him and do our best to recognize His promptings and guidance. We cannot do this with one quick prayer, and then we’re off. It is best done by daily thought, daily scripture study, and daily talks with Him, and then going forward in faith. Prayer and faith are not a precise science, but humbly practici...