Having a Christ-centered study can be hard at times. With so many responsibilities competing for our time, we might just read a few verses without getting much personal meaning out of them. 

So, how do we find Jesus Christ in our studies? There are three study strategies that will help: 

First, pray for the Spirit to be with you. Second, search for names, titles, and attributes of Jesus Christ. And third, ask questions. 

First, you should pray for the Spirit to be with you. Wilford Woodruff said, “We should humble ourselves before the Lord and be in a position to be filled with . . . the Holy Ghost, and with the revelations of Jesus Christ, that we may know the mind and will of God concerning us.” 

A second way to have a more meaningful, Christ-centered study is to intentionally search for names, titles, and attributes of Christ. Having something specific to look for can help our studies feel more focused and purposeful. 

And third, ask questions. Throughout Wilford Woodruff's documents, we see examples of inspired questions and we learn that prophets too have many questions! Asking questions is normal, and it even strengthens our faith. The Lord wants to counsel us, and He will as we ask. 

No matter what point we are starting from, these principles of praying for the Spirit, looking for names and attributes of Jesus Christ, and asking questions are great ways to guide your personal studies. As you apply these principles in your life, the scriptures will become a joy to you.