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Personal Scripture Study HabitsFor each of the following statements, rate yourself based on the following scale: 1 = Never 2 = Some of the time 3 = About half of the time 4 = Almost always

I pray and ask Heavenly Father to bless me with the Spirit when I study the scriptures.

I seek to study the scriptures at a time and place where I can eliminate distractions.

I use a study journal when studying the scriptures so I can record what I learn.

Throughout the day, I think about what I have studied and how it could help me in life.

I record my thoughts and feelings in a scripture study journal.

Sometimes I study the scriptures topically in order to increase my understanding of specific doctrines or spiritual truths.

I act on what I learn during the day.

I use scripture study aids like footnotes, the Topical Guide, and the Bible Dictionary to help me understand scripture passages.

I mark the scriptures in a way that helps me remember impor-tant things I have learned.

I strive to understand what I read rather than just read the words.

Which one or two of the above areas do you think could make a difference in your study of the scriptures and increase your ability to learn by the Spirit? What will it take for you to make this habit part of your regular study routine?

Missionary Preparation—Lesson 3