The Gift of Wisdom

May 25, 2010 by Terrie Lynn Bittner · 1 Comment
Filed under: Finding Happiness, Finding Truth, Jesus Christ, Leading a Balanced Life 

The New Testament apostle Paul complained to Timothy of people who were “ ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth” (2 Timothy 3:7.) Jesus lamented that the lawyers had taken away the key of knowledge (Luke 11:52.)

Seeking wisdom requires us to slow down and learn from Jesus Christ

Wisdom comes from

Today, we see that many people confuse the concepts of education and wisdom. No matter how many years of schooling a person might have, there is no guarantee he will also have gained wisdom, or even truth, as Paul told Timothy. Read more

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Secular and Spiritual Learning

May 6, 2009 by Terrie Lynn Bittner · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Educational Preparedness 

Mormons have long been supporters of education, both secular and spiritual. Joseph Smith organized adult education schools to further both his own learning, since he’d had little schooling, and the learning of others. Mormon pioneers opened schools even before they were completely settled into Utah. Today, Brigham Young University is recognized as a quality school. Education is a key factor in the Mormon faith. Read more

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