We turn our hearts to light,
to the quiet pull of goodness,
to the whisper that invites us forward,
to the G.O.D. who draws us nearer
with every movement toward love—
in a good orderly direction...
"But behold, that which is of God inviteth and enticeth to do good continually; wherefore, every thing which inviteth and enticeth to do good, and to love God, and to serve him, is inspired of God."
MORONI 7:13 — DISSECTED THROUGH OUR QUESTION
"Is God inspiring me?"
1. “That which is of God inviteth and enticeth
to do good continually.”
Cross‑reference word: good
Paired scriptures:
"And there are none that doeth good except those who are ready to receive the fulness of my gospel, which I have sent forth unto this generation."
Only those willing to receive the fulness of Christ’s gospel can truly do good, because real goodness flows from a heart being shaped, taught, and transformed by God.
"And the Father teacheth him of the covenant which he has renewed and confirmed upon you, which is confirmed upon you for your sakes, and not for your sakes only, but for the sake of the whole world.
"And the whole world lieth in sin, and groaneth under darkness and under the bondage of sin.
"And by this you may know they are under the bondage of sin, because they come not unto me.
"For whoso cometh not unto me is under the bondage of sin."
When we hearken to the Spirit, we are drawn directly to the Father, taught of His covenant, and freed from the darkness and bondage that come from turning away—because coming unto God is the path of liberation, and refusing His voice is the path of captivity.
What this tells us:
If something in our life is drawing us toward continual good—toward light, toward Christ, toward integrity, toward compassion—then we are already standing inside the influence of God.
We are being invited and drawn by Him.
2. “Every thing which inviteth and enticeth
to do good”
Cross‑reference word: enticeth
Paired scriptures:
"And I know that the Lord God will consecrate my prayers for the gain of my people. And the words which I have written in weakness will be made strong unto them; for it persuadeth them to do good; it maketh known unto them of their fathers; and it speaketh of Jesus, and persuadeth them to believe in him, and to endure to the end, which is life eternal."
The Spirit strengthens our weakness and persuades us toward Christ—teaching us truth, stirring us to believe in Him, and moving us to endure faithfully to the end, which is the path to eternal life.
"Wherefore, I, Moroni, am commanded to write these things that evil may be done away, and that the time may come that Satan may have no power upon the hearts of the children of men, but that they may be persuaded to do good continually, that they may come unto the fountain of all righteousness and be saved."
God reveals these writings so evil can lose its hold on the human heart, and the Spirit can persuade us toward continual goodness—drawing us to the fountain of righteousness where Christ heals, frees, and saves all who come unto Him.
What this tells us:
When our hearts are pulled toward goodness—when something stirs us, softens us, or urges us to act with courage or mercy—that pull is not random.
It is a spiritual enticement toward Christlike action.
3. “Every thing which inviteth and enticeth
to do good”
Cross‑reference word: good
Principle: Benevolence
Topical Guide — Benevolence scriptures:
"do good to them that hate you"
We do good to those who hate us because it reveals the character of our Father, breaks cycles of harm, fulfills our covenant to love as Christ loves, transforms our hearts, and joins us to God’s healing work in the world.
"Samaritan … had compassion"
Compassion moves us toward those we would normally avoid, and teaches us to see every wounded soul as our neighbor.
"his father … had compassion"
The Father’s compassion runs to meet us even when we are still far away, teaching us that divine love moves first, reaches first, and restores us before we can restore ourselves.
"Father, forgive them"
Christ’s forgiveness in His deepest suffering shows us that divine love refuses to return harm for harm, and invites us to release others from our judgment so God can heal what we cannot.
"God, that giveth to all men liberally"
God’s generosity toward all people teaches us that divine goodness is never scarce or selective, and we learn to trust that He gives freely, without hesitation, to any of us who ask in faith.
"ye should impart of your substance"
We impart of our substance because God has already imparted abundantly to us, and sharing what we have becomes the way we remember His mercy, relieve the burdens of others, and keep our hearts aligned with the covenant of discipleship.
"do good continually"
As we choose to do good continually, we allow mercy, justice, and righteousness to return to us, shaping our character into the kind of people who naturally reflect God’s goodness in all we do.
"Remember … patience, brotherly kindness, godliness, charity"
We remember these Christlike qualities because they shape the kind of servants we are becoming—patient, kind, godly, and charitable—so that our ministry reflects the heart and character of the Master we serve.
"be full of charity towards all men"
Being full of charity toward all people anchors our hearts in pure love, allowing virtue to flow through us and giving us the spiritual confidence that comes only when our intentions and actions reflect the compassion of Christ.
What this tells us:
If the movement inside us resembles the benevolence of Christ—loving enemies, showing compassion, running toward the wounded, forgiving, giving freely, extending mercy, seeking kindness—then the source is divine.
Benevolence is the fingerprint of God upon our desires.
4. “Every thing … to love God, and to serve
him, is inspired of God.”
Cross‑reference word: inspired
Principle: Inspiration, Inspire
Topical Guide — Inspiration scriptures:
"after the fire a still small voice"
God often speaks in quiet, gentle ways, teaching us that His guidance is recognized not through force or spectacle, but through the stillness where our hearts can hear Him.
"inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding"
True understanding comes from the Spirit—God breathes insight into the humble, giving wisdom that human reasoning alone can never produce.
"Spirit of truth … will guide you into all truth"
The Spirit of truth leads us step by step into all truth, guiding our hearts in the same direction Christ Himself would walk, and revealing God’s will in a way we can recognize and follow.
"All scripture is given by inspiration of God"
All scripture is God‑breathed—given to teach, correct, and shape us—so that His voice can form our character and guide us into a life aligned with His will.
"holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost"
Those who speak by the power of the Holy Ghost do not offer their own wisdom—they become instruments through whom God reveals His will, showing that true prophecy is born of divine movement, not human impulse.
"I was led by the Spirit, not knowing beforehand"
Being led by the Spirit often means stepping forward without full clarity—trusting that God guides us in the moment, shaping our path one faithful step at a time.
"voice of the Lord came into my mind"
God often speaks by placing His voice within our thoughts—quiet, clear, and personal—so that understanding rises inside us in a way we can recognize as coming from Him.
"began to be men inspired from heaven"
When people become inspired from heaven, their hearts and actions begin to reflect God’s influence—they rise above the world’s pull and step into the kind of goodness, courage, and clarity that only divine inspiration can produce.
"I will tell you in your mind and in your heart"
God speaks to both mind and heart—uniting clarity with feeling—so revelation becomes something we can understand intellectually and recognize spiritually, confirming truth in a way only He can.
"if it is right I will cause that your bosom shall burn"
When something is right, the Spirit confirms it with a warm, living assurance in the soul—an inward burning that brings clarity, peace, and a quiet certainty that the choice aligns with God’s will.
"Spirit, which shall enlighten your mind, which shall fill your soul with joy"
The Spirit enlightens the mind and fills the soul with joy, showing that divine guidance not only brings clarity but also produces a deep, spiritual happiness that comes from God alone.
"still small voice, which whispereth through and pierceth"
The Spirit often comes as a quiet, piercing whisper—gentle enough to require stillness, yet powerful enough to reach the deepest places of the soul and make God’s will unmistakably known.
What this tells us:
If something in our mind or heart is leading us toward God—toward prayer, toward repentance, toward service, toward scripture, toward peace, toward truth—then the Spirit is already at work within us.
Inspiration is often quiet, gentle, internal, and unmistakably good.
SO—Is God inspiring us?
According to Moroni 7:13, the answer becomes simple:
If the desire, thought, feeling, or invitation leads us toward good, toward love, or toward serving God—
then yes, God is inspiring us.
Good Orderly Direction
This is the test Moroni gives us.
This is the test we can trust.
A Heart Moved by God
I bear witness that God is already nearer than we think. His Spirit works quietly within us, inviting and enticing us toward every good thing. As I stated in this study, “If something in our life is drawing us toward continual good—toward light, toward Christ… then we are already standing inside the influence of God.”
Good Orderly Direction.
I testify that this influence is real. It softens the heart. It awakens compassion. It stirs courage. It calls us to prayer, repentance, service, and truth. It is the whisper that pierces, the warmth that confirms, the clarity that enlightens, and the joy that fills the soul.
I know that God inspires His children. I know He speaks to the mind and to the heart. I know He draws us toward His Son, and that every movement toward goodness is evidence of His living, loving presence.
Amen.
A Simple Test We Can Trust
Moroni gives us a test that is both profound and beautifully simple: “Every thing which inviteth and enticeth to do good… is inspired of God.”
The study shows how this pattern repeats across scripture. Goodness persuades. Goodness softens. Goodness lifts. Goodness heals. Goodness leads us to Christ. As this document teaches, “Benevolence is the fingerprint of God upon our desires.”
This means we do not need to fear whether God is speaking. We do not need to wonder if He is reaching for us. When we practice “Good Orderly Direction,” and the desire is loving, the impulse is Christlike, then heaven is already moving within us. It becomes a quiet complement to our efforts, a way of walking with “G.O.D.” or good orderly direction.
Revelation is not rare. Inspiration is not distant. God is teaching, guiding, and shaping us through every invitation toward light.
God Is Already Inspiring You
This entire study leads to one clear, steady truth:
If it leads you toward good, toward love, or toward serving God—then God is inspiring you.
This document states it plainly: “If the desire, thought, feeling, or invitation leads us toward good… then yes, God is inspiring us.”
This is the pattern.
This is the promise.
This is the assurance Moroni offers every disciple who seeks to recognize the Spirit.
God inspires through goodness.
Christ draws through compassion.
The Spirit persuades through truth.
And every time your heart leans toward light, you are already responding to Him.
In a Good Orderly Direction...
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