When Elder Kyle S. McKay of the Seventy invited us to "strive to be as sharp as you can," the phrase lodged in my heart.

In this episode, I talk about what that means for me in my spiritual life, in my family, and in my work. I share how I'm trying to:

• Lean into personal revelation

• Stay consistent in my scripture study

• Embrace sacrifice as a tool for sharpening

Being spiritually sharp isn't about being perfect. It's about becoming the kind of instrument the Lord can use.

Time Stamps:

• Helaman 10:4–5 – Nephi's unwary declaration and blessing

• Doctrine & Covenants 11:21 – Seeking to obtain God's word before declaring it

• 2 Nephi 32:3 – Feasting upon the words of Christ

• Elder Kyle S. McKay: "Strive to be as sharp as you can. The sharper the instrument, the more efficient the work."

• President Russell M. Nelson: "In coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost."

• Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf: "Becoming more like the Savior is not about doing more, it's about doing what matters most."

• Elder David A. Bednar: "Our Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son love us, are aware of us, and will bless us as we strive to become more spiritually refined."

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