Jun 5, 2023

Who is the Holy Ghost to you?

In John 16:13, Christ said, “Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.”

Wilford Woodruff recorded counsel given by Joseph Smith to John Taylor on this same topic: “You watch the impression of the Spirit of God; you watch the whisperings of Spirit to you; you carry them out in your life, and [this] will become a principle of revelation in you, and you will know and understand this Spirit and power.”¹ Wilford also taught, “The Holy Ghost is not restricted to men, nor to apostles or prophets; it belongs to every faithful man and woman, and to every child who is old enough to receive the gospel of Christ.”²

The Holy Ghost is one of the greatest gifts we can be given from God. Countless times throughout my life it has confirmed truth, brought revelation, warned me of danger or missteps, guided choices, and helped me feel peace and love. I’m so grateful for a loving God that has granted us the gift of the Holy Ghost—we need only to live worthy of it.

Krystyna Hales is the Operations & HR Manager for the Foundation. She joined the Foundation in 2020 and is so grateful to be a part of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ through Wilford Woodruff's words in this unique way.