Receive First, Then Teach

“Writing the words of eternal life require someone to have eternal life. They can still be mortal, but they need the promise of eternal life. So I suppose the Lord’s admonition: “Seek first the kingdom of God, and all things shall be added thereto” really answers the question. Or as told to Hyrum: “Seek not to declare my word, but first seek to obtain my word.” The one must precede the other. At least the statement of the Lord to His disciples, and the revelation to Hyrum Smith seem to indicate as much.” DS 2-9-10 

 

Would it be logical to assume that someone, who does not live the gospel, has the ability to teach it? Could a man, who has not repented, received baptism, and the gift of the Holy Ghost, properly teach and bear witness of the doctrine of Christ? Is it possible for you to teach anything with authority, if you have not obtained it? Certainly something to ponder and worth considering.