Hey Everyone,

I had the most interesting revelatory experience last night. Here is what happened: 

I think as members of the church we lose sight of the blessings of the gospel and, most specifically, The Book of Mormon. There is such an incredible power in that book. The truths it teaches us are priceless and give us the guidance we need to have in our lifetime. Yet, how often do we simply overlook that power, just reading the words and pages without thinking of the application they have in our life. We read to read, to fulfill what is in our minds an "obligation." What a terrible mindset to have about such a sacred book!

During my dream last night I was in a teaching appointment talking about The Book of Mormon and the importance it has for us today. At one point in the discussion the investigator said, "I already believe the church is true. It is the only one that makes sense." I then asked, "Have you read The Book of Mormon?" to which she responded, "I never have." At that point, I remember looking at the copy I had in my hand, looking at her, and saying, "Hermana, you cannot be converted to the gospel without reading this book. You will join and will struggle because you will not be fully converted. You will believe, but you will not know."

Brothers and Sisters, I love the Book of Mormon with all my heart. There is no other book more precious to me. I just finished reading it again...and again I changed my perspective of the Gospel, of the truthfulness of our message. There is an incredible power that is found in the Book of Mormon. So my question is, what are we doing to make it part of lives? Are we reading just to read? Are we reading because we have to? Or are we reading because we want to? Because we value it's great worth?

I know that the Book of Mormon is the word of God. There is nobody that can convince me otherwise. This book with bring a man closer to God. It will change his life. It has the fullness of the gospel of Jesus Christ. To me, it is a priceless treasure and one that I will cherish forever. I invite each of you do drink deeply from the pages of the Book of Mormon every day. Read it. Live it. Love it. I promise you that heaven's blessings will fall upon you in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.

Sincerely,

Elder Klemme