Elder
Marvin J. Ashton of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles said:
“Taken
at random, let me mention a few gifts that are not always evident or noteworthy
but that are very important. …
“… The
gift of asking; the gift of listening; the gift of hearing and using a still,
small voice; the gift of being able to weep; the gift of avoiding contention;
the gift of being agreeable; the gift of avoiding vain repetition; the gift of
seeking that which is righteous; the gift of not passing judgment; the gift of
looking to God for guidance; the gift of being a disciple; the gift of caring
for others; the gift of being able to ponder; the gift of offering prayer; the
gift of bearing a mighty testimony; and the gift of receiving the Holy Ghost” (“There
Are Many Gifts,” Ensign, Nov. 1987, 20).
