Trying something new

For years now, we have approched our scripture study as "which book are we going to try and get through this year." Although we did gain much from our study of the scriptures (and we can all say that to this point we have finished the Book of Mormon at least twice and the new Testament once) there was something missing. We often felt like we were just getting through with it and scripture study sometimes turned into tears from long chapters. We want to really study the scpritures and help Maddie and Ethan learn that they can find answers, instead of just stories, in every book of scripture- the Book of Mormon, Bible, Doctrine and Covenants and Pearl of Great Price. So after finishing the reading the Book of Mormon from cover to cover again, we decided to try something different.

We now study by topics presented in "Preach My Gospel." Although we have only been studying this way for a short time, it has been so much more effective. We have family discussions on every topic while we study. The kids love that there is a question for them to think about and find the answer to every evening.

Thus far we have studied how the Holy Ghost helps us in scripture study. I love that in Doctrine and Covenants 88:118, we learn that we should teach each other about the scriptures.

We have also studied about how missionaries receive power and what is the gospel or doctrine of Christ. I know now that if Maddie and Ethan are asked, they will be able to share thier testimonies.