Study Guide for "This Day"

In "This Day", Elder Ronald A. Rasband emphasizes our commitment to the Book of Mormon and its importance in our lives. He shares personal experiences and stories about how the Book of Mormon has impacted him and others, and he invites us to share the Book of Mormon with those around us. He emphasizes that the Book of Mormon is a testament of Jesus Christ and contains the words of the Lord that can bring hope, comfort, and answers to our lives.

Before Reading

Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:

What does Elder Rasband say about the significance of the Book of Mormon in his life?
What examples does Elder Rasband share of sharing the Book of Mormon with others?
What invitation does Elder Rasband extend to us regarding the Book of Mormon?
What promises does Elder Rasband make about the impact of sharing the Book of Mormon?

Topics

Understanding the Importance of the Book of Mormon

Elder Rasband emphasizes the importance of the Book of Mormon in his life, stating that no other book is as important to him. He shares his experiences of reading and marking the Book of Mormon, which deepened his love for the Lord and his testimony of the truth of His teachings.

I hold in my hand a copy of the Book of Mormon. This is my 1970 vintage edition, and it is precious to me. By its appearance it is tired and worn, but no other book is as important to my life and my testimony as this one.

Reading it, I gained a witness by the Spirit that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, that He is my Savior, that these scriptures are the word of God, and that the gospel is restored.

What does Elder Rasband say about the importance of the Book of Mormon in his life?
What was the impact of reading and marking the Book of Mormon on Elder Rasband's testimony?
How has the Book of Mormon impacted your life?
What can you do to deepen your understanding and testimony of the Book of Mormon?

Sharing the Book of Mormon with Others

Elder Rasband shares experiences of sharing the Book of Mormon with others, including world leaders. He emphasizes that we do not need to meet with kings and rulers to share the Book of Mormon, and invites us to share it with those around us.

Our living prophet is doing his part to flood the earth with the Book of Mormon. But he cannot open the floodgates alone. We must follow his lead.

I invite you, this day, to give a Book of Mormon to your friends and family, your associates at work, your soccer coach, or the produce man at your market.

What examples does Elder Rasband share of sharing the Book of Mormon with others?
Who does Elder Rasband invite us to share the Book of Mormon with?
Who could you share the Book of Mormon with?
What might be the impact of sharing the Book of Mormon with others?

The Book of Mormon as a Testament of Jesus Christ

Elder Rasband testifies that the Book of Mormon is a testament of Jesus Christ and contains the words of the Lord. He shares a story about President Nelson sharing the Book of Mormon with a tribal king, who valued the additional knowledge about Jesus Christ more than diamonds or rubies.

This book fits its title, "Another Testament of Jesus Christ."

You could have given me diamonds or rubies, but nothing is more precious to me than this additional knowledge about the Lord Jesus Christ.

What does Elder Rasband say about the Book of Mormon as a testament of Jesus Christ?
What was the tribal king's response to receiving the Book of Mormon?
How has the Book of Mormon deepened your understanding of Jesus Christ?
How can you use the Book of Mormon to share your testimony of Jesus Christ with others?

The Book of Mormon and the Gathering of Israel

Elder Rasband emphasizes the role of the Book of Mormon in the gathering of Israel. He promises that by sharing the Book of Mormon, we will be participating in the greatest work on earth.

I promise that you will be participating in "the greatest work on earth," the gathering of Israel, as you are inspired to reach out to those who have been "kept from the truth because they know not where to find it."

What does Elder Rasband say about the role of the Book of Mormon in the gathering of Israel?
What promise does Elder Rasband make about the impact of sharing the Book of Mormon?
How can you participate in the gathering of Israel through sharing the Book of Mormon?
How has sharing the Book of Mormon impacted your life and the lives of others?

Sharing the Book of Mormon Digitally

Elder Rasband encourages us to share the Book of Mormon digitally, stating that we can easily share it from our mobile phones. He emphasizes that by sharing the Book of Mormon, we are opening others" minds and hearts to the word of God.

You do not need to carry printed copies of the book with you. You can easily share it from your mobile phone from the scriptures section of the Gospel Library app.

Think of all those who could be blessed by the gospel in their lives, and then send to them a copy of the Book of Mormon from your phone.

How does Elder Rasband suggest we can share the Book of Mormon digitally?
What is the impact of sharing the Book of Mormon, according to Elder Rasband?
Who could you share the Book of Mormon with digitally?
How can you incorporate digital sharing of the Book of Mormon into your daily life?