Jeffrey R. Holland

But even as we invite one and all to examine closely the marvel of it, there is one thing we would not like anyone to wonder about—that is whether or not we are “Christians.” By and large any controversy in this matter has swirled around two doctrinal issues—our view of the Godhead and our belief in the principle of continuing revelation leading to an open scriptural canon. Our first and foremost article of faith in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is “We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.”2 We believe these three divine persons constituting a single Godhead are united in purpose, in manner, in testimony, in mission.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2007

Jeffrey R. Holland

But even as we invite one and all to examine closely the marvel of it, there is one thing we would not like anyone to wonder about—that is whether or not we are “Christians.” By and large any controversy in this matter has swirled around two doctrinal issues—our view of the Godhead and our belief in the principle of continuing revelation leading to an open scriptural canon. Our first and foremost article of faith in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is “We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.”2 We believe these three divine persons constituting a single Godhead are united in purpose, in manner, in testimony, in mission.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2007

Gordon B. Hinckley

Gordon B. Hinckley Liahona July 2006 The first article of faith is surely familiar to all members of the Church. It is the pivotal position of our religion. It is significant that in setting forth the primary elements of our doctrine, the Prophet

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > July 2006

Gordon B. Hinckley

Gordon B. Hinckley Ensign July 2006 The first article of faith is surely familiar to all members of the Church. It is the pivotal position of our religion. It is significant that in setting forth the primary elements of our doctrine, the Prophet

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > July 2006

Gary J. Coleman

The first restored truth that I learned was the nature of the Godhead. Confusion and false doctrines about the Godhead were fashioned out of the Nicene Creed and Constantinople councils, where men declared that instead of three separate beings, the Godhead was three persons in one God, or the Trinity.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > May 2007

Gary J. Coleman

The first restored truth that I learned was the nature of the Godhead. Confusion and false doctrines about the Godhead were fashioned out of the Nicene Creed and Constantinople councils, where men declared that instead of three separate beings, the Godhead was three persons in one God, or the Trinity.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2007

Gordon B. Hinckley

It is a gift, sacred and wonderful, borne by revelation from the third member of the Godhead. Members of the Godhead Are One in Purpose I believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > July 2005

Joseph B. Wirthlin

The Godhead One distinctive principle is a true concept of the nature of the Godhead: “We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.” (A of F 1:1.) The Godhead consists of three separate, distinct personages who are one in purpose. The Holy Ghost, the third member of the Godhead, is a revelator (see History of the Church, 6:58); he reveals the word of God.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1991

Dallin H. Oaks

In common with the rest of Christianity, we believe in a Godhead of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. They believe that God is a spirit and that the Godhead is only one God.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 1995

Tad R. Callister

Tad R. Callister Liahona November 2009 Suppose for a moment someone told you these three facts about a New Testament personality and nothing more: first, the Savior said of this man, “O thou of little faith” (Matthew 14:31); second, this man, in

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2009

Tad R. Callister

Tad R. Callister Ensign November 2009 Suppose for a moment someone told you these three facts about a New Testament personality and nothing more: first, the Savior said of this man, “O thou of little faith” (Matthew 14:31); second, this man, in a

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2009

What Do We Know about the Nature of the Godhead? How Can Our Knowledge of the Godhead Draw Us Closer to Them?

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > February 2005

What Do We Know about the Nature of the Godhead? How Can Our Knowledge of the Godhead Draw Us Closer to Them?

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > February 2005

Robert D. Hales

The first of these statements reads, “We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.”2 Joseph Smith knew the nature of the three members of the Godhead by personal experience.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > May 2008

Robert D. Hales

The first of these statements reads, “We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.”2 Joseph Smith knew the nature of the three members of the Godhead by personal experience.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2008

Gordon B. Hinckley

Gordon B. Hinckley Liahona May 2007 My beloved brothers and sisters, I am pleased with the opportunity to speak to you. I thank each of you for your prayers in my behalf. I am so very deeply grateful to you. In my 49 years as a General Authority, I

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > May 2007

Gordon B. Hinckley

Gordon B. Hinckley Ensign May 2007 My beloved brothers and sisters, I am pleased with the opportunity to speak to you. I thank each of you for your prayers in my behalf. I am so very deeply grateful to you. In my 49 years as a General Authority, I

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2007

Ezra Taft Benson

Ezra Taft Benson Ensign April 1988 One sure way we can determine whether we are on the strait and narrow path is that we will possess the Spirit of the Lord in our lives. Having the Holy Ghost brings forth certain fruits. The Apostle Paul said that

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > April 1988

Gordon B. Hinckley

Gordon B. Hinckley Ensign October 1995 Some time ago I read the newspaper report of the remarks of a prominent journalist. He is quoted as having said, “Certitude is the enemy of religion.” The words attributed to him have stirred within me much

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > October 1995

Gordon B. Hinckley

Gordon B. Hinckley Ensign August 1992 Each of us is largely the product of his or her beliefs. Our behavior is governed by these. They become our standards of conduct. The thirteen Articles of Faith enunciated by Joseph Smith have stood as an

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 1992