2 Timothy 3:15-17 “And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.”
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Today’s LDS reference comes from a talk by a Mormon apostle whose words caused more confusion than clarity.
Mr. Christofferson’s definition for the purpose of God’s word is disingenuous. The Bible is God’s revelation of Himself.
Therefore, its purpose is for us to know Him, and even ourselves. God’s Holy Spirit indwells the believer, thereby filling our souls.
Because Mormonism doesn’t teach His Spirit resides in believers, Christofferson’s explanation purposefully misleads the unknowing. Also see Hebrews 4:12! In reality, the purpose of LDS scriptures is to confuse because it contradicts itself, and even contradicts their leaders.
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“The central purpose of all scripture is to fill our souls with faith in God the Father and in His Son, Jesus Christ.” — D. Todd Christofferson, “The Blessing of Scripture,” Ensign, May 2010, 34