Foundation of Revelation

      I've had the opportunity to ponder the study & prepare to teach activity quite a bit lately. A thought occurred to me that missionaries are building a foundation or a pattern for how they will obtain (or not) revelation during this first Thursday. I thought about how when the Salt Lake Temple was built the original foundation was limestone. It was quicker, easier, and more convenient. But it had to be torn up and a new foundation that would last centuries was put in. The granite foundation was much more work, more sacrifice, and more in line with God's plan. It made me wonder how often I am guilty of doing what is quick or easy or convenient in their first experience only to find my missionaries struggling with their cracked foundation in the second activity. To tear up, remove, and replace a pattern of revelation is not something their is truly time for in their stay here. And if the weak foundation is left it will result in constant band aid fixes from teachers and all leaders in their mission. If I am to truly help the Lord's work I must do it His way. It will take more work and sacrifice, but it will be in line with God's plan. And it will be a lasting foundation.