1 Kings 22

(August 2, 2014)

                While I don’t know how far to interpret the literalness of this chapter, it brings up an interesting and worrisome point.  We know, beyond question, that there are false spirits abroad on the face of the Earth seeking to deceive us all.  How then are we to have confidence in the inspiration that we believe we are receiving?  This is why it is important to (a) have experience receiving inspiration; (b) accept inspiration with a humble heart; (c) view that inspiration in light of the revealed words of our Priesthood leaders; (d) live the best we can to ensure that the inspiration that we are receiving is coming from the right source; and (e) periodically review the inspiration to see if the course of events is confirming or disconfirming the inspiration.