Answers from an Apostle

Why Is Learning Important?

By Elder David A. Bednar

Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

David A. Bender

Adapted from “I Have Learned for Myself” (BYU–Pathway Worldwide devotional, Oct. 23, 2018), byupathway.org/speeches.

Boy pointing upward with elbow on open book

Illustrations by Yaara Cellier

Learning helps you know things for yourself.

Girl and boy reading a book

It is part of the gospel, and it is fun!

Girl and boy diving into the pages of a giant book

It helps you know where to find answers.

Girl writing in a notebook

As you work hard to learn, the Holy Ghost will help you.