"And again, I will give unto you a pattern in all things, that ye may not be deceived; for Satan is abroad in the land, and he goeth forth deceiving the nations—
Wherefore he that prayeth, whose spirit is contrite, the same is accepted of me if he obey mine ordinances.
He that speaketh, whose spirit is contrite, whose language is meek and edifieth, the same is of God if he obey mine ordinances.
And again, he that trembleth under my power shall be made strong, and shall bring forth fruits of praise and wisdom, according to the revelations and truths which I have given you.
And again, he that is overcome and bringeth not forth fruits, even according to this pattern, is not of me.
Wherefore, by this pattern ye shall know the spirits in all cases under the whole heavens."
Doctrine and Covenants 52:14-19
The idea of a pattern in all things, and God as the source of creation, organization, and order is an interesting one. God seems to know that we need a plan, or else we typically just let things fall through the cracks. He helps us by giving us guidelines, instructions, and goals to reach for, since we often don't aim for those things ourselves, except with things we specifically love. :) ... Today, let's learn from God how to love more things, and pay attention to them more. Let's pray, and listen, and follow, and bring forth fruits of wisdom and good works, according to the pattern and path that God lays before us.
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