When he attended he actively sought new knowledge and insight rather than just hoping for it. And he rejoiced in whatever insight or knowledge he gained. -Nibley
Diligence required to gain knowledge.
I am impressed with the testimony of a man who can stand and say he knows the Gospel is true. What I would like to ask is, “But, sir, do you know the Gospel?” I say it is one thing to know the Gospel is true, and it is another thing to know what the Gospel is. Mere testimony can be gained with but perfunctory knowledge of the Church and its teachings, as evidenced by the hundreds who are now coming into the Church with but bare acquaintanceship. But to retain a testimony, to be of service in building the Lord’s kingdom, requires a serious study of the Gospel and knowing what it is.
It is a paradox that men will gladly devote time every day for many years to learn a science or an art; yet will expect to win a knowledge of the Gospel, which comprehends all sciences and arts, through perfunctory glances at books or occasional listening to sermons. The Gospel should be studied intensively just like any college subject. They who pass opinion on the Gospel without having given it intimate and careful study are not lovers of truth.
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