The Rewards of Learning

By Darrin Lythgoe

Have you ever won a trophy? Or a plaque for your wall? Even if you’ve never won such a prize, you have been given an opportunity to gain one of the greatest rewards of all: knowledge.

Knowledge isn’t won in a contest or by finishing first. In fact, education never really ends. If you persevere, the pursuit of knowledge holds endless rewards, both temporal and spiritual. Here are some suggestions to make learning fun:

• Read the newspaper.

• Read good books. Go to the library often.

• Observe your mom or dad at work for a day.

• Take family trips to historical sites.

• If possible, use a computer. There’s an incredible wealth of information on the Internet. Just remember to be careful—use it in moderation and with good judgment.

• Study the scriptures, conference talks, the Church magazines, and other gospel writings.

• Go to church, but don’t just attend. Listen and apply what you’ve heard.

• Obey the Word of Wisdom. The Lord has said that those who obey this commandment “shall find wisdom and great treasures of knowledge, even hidden treasures” (D&C 89:19).

• Read Doctrine and Covenants 93 [D&C 93]. Much of this section deals with intelligence, truth, and light, especially D&C 93:28–37 and D&C 93:53.

• Look for other scriptures on the topics of knowledge, understanding, and education.

• Pray for opportunities and for help—especially if you’re struggling to master a difficult subject.

Illustrated by Steve Kropp