What is real pondering and what blessings come from it?

Thomas R. Valletta

“To ponder is to ‘meditate and think deeply, often upon the scriptures or other things of God. When combined with prayer, pondering … may bring revelation and understanding’ (Guide to the Scriptures, ‘Ponder’). Nephi and other prophets received revelation while pondering. … Elder Russell M. Nelson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles shared with us the benefits of pondering: ‘As you ponder and pray about doctrinal principles, the Holy Ghost will speak to your mind and your heart [see D&C 8:2]. From events portrayed in the scriptures, new insights will come and principles relevant to your situation will distill upon your heart’ (in Conference Report, Oct. 2000, 19; or Ensign, Nov. 2000, 18)” (Book of Mormon Student Manual [2009], 274).

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