I was reading in the Doctrine and Covenants this evening and was impressed with the exhortation found in section 93, verse 53, which reads, "And, verily I say unto you, that it is my will that you should hasten. . . to obtain obtain a knowledge of history, and of countries, and of the kingdoms, of laws of God and man, and all this for the salvation of Zion.  Amen."  I'm currently a student at Brigham Young University, and I have been striving to learn about "history" and "the laws of God and man."  It often seems like I will never finish my studies.

       I have always appreciated the value of an education and the blessings it will bring me personally, but I haven't really given much thought to using my education to help the "salvation of Zion."  The motto on the entrance to BYU campus says "enter to learn, go forth to serve."  I guess this is two reminders for me of the importance of an education in order to bless others.  I should hasten my learning and look for ways to serve once I've graduated.

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