Brother Michael A. Neider: Become earnest students
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Speaking to young holders of the Aaronic Priesthood, Brother Michael A. Neider said it is essential to become "earnest students" of revealed priesthood and quorum principles.
"Our goal is to correctly use inspired direction from God and His prophets, maximize the virtues and blessings of the quorum and strengthen young men and their families," said Brother Neider, who was released Saturday as second counselor in the Young Men General Presidency. "The work of the quorum is to increase faith in Christ, prepare and save young men, and eliminate mistakes and sloth in implementing God's will. As we seek wisdom from God, let us also be students of revealed quorum principles."
The Doctrine and Covenants is a significant and abundant source of revealed quorum principles, particularly the quorum instructions found in Section 107. Brother Neider invited quorum presidencies to ask the following questions: What does an Aaronic Priesthood quorum president do to preside over a quorum? What are his duties? What does he do as he sits in council with quorum members? How and when does he teach? What are the covenants referenced in the verses? And what does the quorum adviser and the bishopric member do as each assists the president in his duties and his use of priesthood keys of presidency?
"As a presidency prays for help and guidance, the Spirit, the bishopric, advisers and the quorum will help, and be sure to regularly use the inspired Church handbooks," he said.
Much can be accomplished and expected from Aaronic Priesthood quorum presidencies and their quorums as they minister in the ward or branch. The Lord has provided many tools to assist the work of quorums, including prayer, fasting, scripture study, Church materials and Scouting.
"My young brothers and sisters, you are powerful tools in the Savior's hands and He can use you to bring the blessings of the gospel to others," he said. "Bishops, do not overlook the strength and skill of your Aaronic Priesthood quorum and Young Women class presidencies. The Lord needs them in this important work."
