To help inspire members to study the scriptures regularly, consider inviting each member to select one of the following passages to read: 

Joshua 1:8 

“If we’re not reading the scriptures daily, our testimonies are growing thinner [and] our spirituality isn’t increasing in depth” (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Harold B. Lee [2000], 66).

2 Timothy 3:15-17 

‘As fellow workers for the cause of building the kingdom of God, they are our source of faith, commitment, determination, and leadership; doctrine for the foundation of our decisions.’ (John H Vandenberg, General Conference, April 1973)

1 Nephi 15:23-25 

‘Nephi taught that by clinging to the word of God, as though it be a handrail, we would be able to avoid temptations and not lose our way in darkness. Thus, we would remain on the narrow path.’ (Joseph B Wirthlin, General Conference, October 1990)

2 Nephi 32:3

‘Nothing opens the heavens quite like the combination of increased purity, exact obedience, earnest seeking, daily feasting on the words of Christ in the Book of Mormon, and regular time committed to temple and family history work.’ (Russell M Nelson, General Conference, April 2018)

D&C 11:22-23

‘Just think of the spiritual strength we could gain in our lives and how much more effective we would be as teachers, missionaries, and friends if we studied the scriptures regularly. ‘ (M Russell Ballard, General Conference, October 1995)

D&C 33:16-18

‘If you have not already developed the habit of daily scripture study, start now and keep studying in order to be prepared for your responsibilities in this life and in the eternities.’ (Julie B Beck, General Conference, April 2004)

What blessings have you received as you have studied the scriptures?

How do you make your personal scripture study meaningful?

 (See examples in “Ideas to Improve Your Personal Scripture Study” in Come, Follow Me—For Individuals and Families).

At General Conference, President Nelson and Elder Cook announced some adjustments to our Sunday schedule. What were the purposes of these adjustments?

‘For many years, Church leaders have been working on an integrated curriculum to strengthen families and individuals through a home-centered and Church-supported plan to learn doctrine, strengthen faith, and foster greater personal worship. Our efforts over these recent years to hallow the Sabbath—to make it a delight and a personal sign to God of our love for Him—will be augmented by the adjustments we will now introduce.’ (President Nelson, Opening Remarks)

As well as the adjustments to the Sunday schedule, what additional adjustments may we need to make in our lives to achieve these purposes?

Elder Cook identified the following blessings:

‘What do these adjustments mean for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? We are confident that members will be blessed in extraordinary ways. Sunday can be a day of gospel learning and teaching at church and in the home. As individuals and families engage in family councils, family history, ministering, service, personal worship, and joyful family time, the Sabbath day will truly be a delight.’

What extraordinary blessings do you think might come to individuals and families as they embrace these changes and purposes?

The following videos on LDS.org may also inspire members: “Words with Friends,” “The Blessings of Scripture,” “Daily Bread: Pattern,” and “What Scriptures Mean to Me.”

What changes can we make today that will help us prepare for the new ‘home-centered and Church-supported plan to learn doctrine, strengthen faith, and foster greater personal worship?’