Enoch felt insecure in his calling to preach the gospel. God assured him that He would help him fulfill his mission. Elder Bednar added that Enoch became a better teacher over time. Imposter syndrome can be beneficial if it motivates us to work harder, learn more, and seek for God's help.
“Be Thou Humble”
God has promised to guide us, answer our prayers, and strenghen us by His grace if we humble ourselves. Why is humility a prerequisite for these blessings? Maybe it's because this type of gift must be willingly received.
Confession
Confession is liberating. The Hebrew word for confession—yadah—means literally to throw something. We confess not to obsess over our sins and our weaknesses but to externalize them and let them go. We also confess the goodness of God which is the complement to our acknowledgement of our shortcomings, since He can heal us.
Receiving Gifts
In the last chapter of the Book of Mormon, Moroni urges us to receive the gifts God offers to us. Just as Joseph and Mary gratefully received gifts from the wise men, we can be good recipients of gifts from others and from God.
Meek and Lowly
Jesus urged us to be "meek and lowly in heart." Alma and Mormon also echoed this admonition. When we focus on doing good instead of looking good, we free up time and energy, increasing our capacity to do God's work and receive gifts from Him.
Walk Humbly
The ancient prophet Micah counseled us to "walk humbly with God." The Jaredites taught their children to walk humbly as an expression of gratitude. The Spirit of the Lord can help us learn to walk more humbly.
“More Wise Than We”
When Moroni congratulates his critics on their wisdom, is he being ironic? After all, it's easier to criticize than to create. I think he's doing something else: modeling the humility and generosity which can help us respond productively to criticism.
Stronger and Stronger in Humility (or Pride)
Our spiritual fitness improves gradually through consistent effort. Church members in Helaman's time grew "stronger and stronger in their humility" as they engaged in fasting and prayer. Later, they grew "stronger and stronger in pride" through negligence
Shiblon’s Challenge
Alma's admonitions to Shiblon have a common denominator: Be more self-aware. Recognize when you are motivated by pride. Channel your energy in more positive directions. Be careful not to substitute other people's perceptions for reality.
Faith and Unforced Humility
Alma taught the Zoramites that it's better to humble yourself than to be compelled to be humble. He also said that choosing to have faith is better than waiting for knowledge. Spiritual growth depends upon personal initiative. We grow by exercising agency