Sent Forth to Teach

Again I say, hearken ye elders of my church, whom I have appointed. Ye are not sent forth to be taught, but to teach the children of men the things which I have put into your hands by the power of my Spirit. Doctrine & Covenants 43:15

It is healthy and worthwhile to learn of others’ religious views and doctrines, for such learning not only stimulates our minds but broadens our horizons and allows us to speak intelligently with persons of other religious persuasions. None of us knows so much that he or she cannot learn from what another knows or believes and be benefited by it. At the same time, the Saints of God, particularly those called as missionaries, are sent forth not to be taught but rather to teach the principles of salvation. Such counsel should not lead us to be either insular or arrogant but rather cause us to be careful stewards over our time and talents and testimony. (Robert L. Millet and Lloyd D. Newell. Draw Near Unto Me: Daily Reflections on the Doctrine and Covenants. 116)