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I really like this idea. I learned Spanish in high school, but didn't have an occasion to use it very often, so my knowledge slowly faded away to a few words and phrases.
In my ward, we have a great deal of Spanish-speaking members and I have tried to find ways to increase my ability to communicate effectively with them, other than the initial "welcome" and "how are you?", but there haven't been any Spanish language classes anywhere near where we live. (I even asked if I could attend the Spanish classes at the high school, but was told no.)
Recently, I volunteered to give a talk in the Spanish Group so that I could work on my vocabulary. I got a lot of help, and it went well. Interestingly enough, the topic I was assigned to speak on was scripture study. : )
I also have started to read the Book of Mormon in Spanish. I have been pleased with how much I understand as I read it. I mean, I know the words I am reading, since I have read them in English, but I haven't had to constantly look up words to know what they are saying. I know that Heavenly Father blesses us through the power of the Holy Ghost to "bring all things to our remembrance." John 14:26
Of course, you can do this with any language and any book of scripture. The possibilities are marvelous!! I feel that the Lord blesses our efforts to improve ourselves and our abilities and talents, and especially when it affords us the opportunity to increase our ability to communicate and share the gospel with so many more of His children. The gift of tongues is truly a reality and a miracle.
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