Continuing Revelation

I would like to talk about continuing revelation and its importance in my life. First I would like to quote Elder Holland from the April 2008 conference: "Some Christians, in large measure because of their genuine love for the Bible, have declared that there can be no more authorized scripture beyond the Bible. In thus pronouncing the canon of revelation closed, our friends in some other faiths shut the door on divine expression that we in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hold dear: the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, the Pearl of Great Price, and the ongoing guidance received by God’s anointed prophets and apostles. Imputing no ill will to those who take such a position, nevertheless we respectfully but resolutely reject such an unscriptural characterization of true Christianity" (http://lds.org). The Book of Mormon is a testimony that there is continuing revelation. It could not have come about without divine assistance. I am so grateful for the Book of Mormon; it has shaped my life like no other book has and I know that what is written is true. I know that through of the faith of a 14 year old boy, the Lord re-established his Church in these days. If the heavens were closed, this would not be possible. If the heavens were closed, there might as well be no god. Fortunately, the heavens are open and God speaks to man again as in the days of Adam!
God also speaks to us on an individual level, not just through His selected and inspired leaders. We have the wonderful gift of prayer which allows us to communicate with our Father in Heaven. My Heavenly Father has guided my life and for that I am infinitely grateful. " Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths." (Proverbs 3:5; http://scriptures.lds.org) This is what I have striven to do all my life and there is no denying His loving hands gently steering me in the right direction.
I love the Lord Jesus Christ and the Book of Mormon which truly testifies of Him along with the New and Old testaments. I pray that I may always try to be worthy of His love.