The scriptures can
become stalwart friends that are not limited by
geography or calendar. They are always
available when needed. Learning, pondering, searching,
and memorizing scriptures is like filling a filing
cabinet with friends, values, and truths that can be
called upon anytime, anywhere in the world. Great power can come from
memorizing scriptures. To memorize a scripture is
to forge a new friendship. It is like discovering
a new individual who can help in time of need,
give inspiration and comfort, and be a source of
motivation for needed change