Finding answers to gospel questions using reliable sources can lead to increased faith in Jesus Christ and the Restoration of His Church. The Prophet Joseph Smith had questions that led him to the divine restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ. For Joseph, seeking answers was a lifelong pursuit.
The five guiding principles for those seeking answers to their own questions are:
- Centre your life on Jesus Christ.
- Be patient with yourself and others.
- Recognize revelation is a process.
- Consult reliable sources.
- Work to understand the past.
Applying these principles can help individuals live the gospel while also seeking answers to questions and strengthening their testimony. The process of obtaining and strengthening a testimony looks different for each individual and requires a different amount of time for each person.
In addition to the Guiding Principles for those seeking answers to their own questions, the update includes five guiding principles for helping others with questions. These are:
- Respond with love.
- Listen with humility.
- Trust in the Lord.
- Nourish your own faith.
- Assist them throughout their journey.
These principles can help facilitate ministering in love when helping those who have questions.
Taken from the article published in The Church News.