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| Introduction |
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| Historical Summary |
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| The Life and Ministry of Joseph Smith |
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| Chapter 1: The First Vision: The Father and the Son Appear to Joseph Smith |
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| Chapter 2: God the Eternal Father |
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| Chapter 3: Jesus Christ, the Divine Redeemer of the World |
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| Chapter 4: The Book of Mormon: Keystone of Our Religion |
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| Chapter 5: Repentance |
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| Chapter 6: The Mission of John the Baptist |
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| Chapter 7: Baptism and the Gift of the Holy Ghost |
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| Chapter 8: The Everlasting Priesthood |
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| Chapter 9: Gifts of the Spirit |
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| Chapter 10: Prayer and Personal Revelation |
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| Chapter 11: The Organization and Destiny of the True and Living Church |
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| Chapter 12: Proclaim Glad Tidings to All the World |
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| Chapter 13: Obedience: “When the Lord Commands, Do It” |
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| Chapter 14: Words of Hope and Consolation at the Time of Death |
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| Chapter 15: Establishing the Cause of Zion |
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| Chapter 16: Revelation and the Living Prophet |
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| Chapter 17: The Great Plan of Salvation |
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| Chapter 18: Beyond the Veil: Life in the Eternities |
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| Chapter 19: Stand Fast through the Storms of Life |
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| Chapter 20: A Heart Full of Love and Faith: The Prophet’s Letters to His Family |
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| Chapter 21: The Second Coming and the Millennium |
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| Chapter 22: Gaining Knowledge of Eternal Truths |
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| Chapter 23: “How Good and How Pleasant It Is … to Dwell Together in Unity” |
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| Chapter 24: Leading in the Lord’s Way |
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| Chapter 25: Truths from the Savior’s Parables in Matthew 13 |
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| Chapter 26: Elijah and the Restoration of the Sealing Keys |
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| Chapter 27: Beware the Bitter Fruits of Apostasy |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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Losing confidence in Church leaders, criticizing them, and neglecting any duty required by God lead to apostasy. |
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Those who apostatize lose the Spirit of God, break their covenants, and often persecute members of the Church. |
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If we follow the prophets and apostles and the revelations of the Church, we will not be led astray. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 28: Missionary Service: A Holy Calling, a Glorious Work |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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Missionary service is a holy work; faith, virtue, diligence, and love enable us to do this work. |
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We teach the simple truths of the gospel with humility and meekness and avoid contending with others about their beliefs. |
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We teach the gospel as directed by the Spirit. |
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We seek opportunities to teach the gospel and bear testimony of its truthfulness. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 29: Living with Others in Peace and Harmony |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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By striving to be peacemakers, we can live in greater harmony and love with others. |
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We can cultivate peace by honoring one another and refusing to find fault. |
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We can cultivate harmony in our communities by respecting the freedom of all people to believe according to their own conscience. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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| Chapter 30: Valiant in the Cause of Christ |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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The valiant cheerfully do all they can, even during times of trouble. |
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The valiant love the cause of Christ and strive to develop Christlike qualities. |
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The valiant strive to improve themselves while in this life. |
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The valiant endure faithfully to the end and will receive a crown of celestial glory. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 31: “God Shall Be with You Forever and Ever”: The Prophet in Liberty Jail |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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No affliction can separate us from the love of God and fellowship with one another. |
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Adversity lasts only a small moment; if we endure well, we will be exalted in the presence of God. |
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God’s power is greater than any evil, and the truths of the gospel will ultimately triumph. |
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The Savior understands all our suffering, and He will be with us forever and ever. |
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The still, small voice whispers consolation to our souls in the depths of sorrow and distress. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 32: Responding to Persecution with Faith and Courage |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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The enemy of truth opposes the servants of the Lord, especially as they grow closer to the Lord. |
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Those who love God will bear persecution with courage and faith. |
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God’s mighty power will sustain those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 33: The Spiritual Gifts of Healing, Tongues, Prophecy, and Discerning of Spirits |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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The sick may be healed through faith and the exercise of priesthood power, according to the Lord’s will. |
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The purpose of the gift of tongues is to teach the gospel to others. |
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Though only one man speaks as the prophet of the Church, the spirit of prophecy enables all to testify of Jesus Christ. |
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The gift of discerning of spirits allows the faithful to distinguish between the influence of good and evil spirits. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 34: The Power of Forgiving |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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We are to exercise the principle of mercy and forgive our brothers and sisters. |
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Forgiving restores unity of feeling. |
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By showing long-suffering, patience, and mercy to the repentant, we can help bring them into “the liberty of God’s dear children.” |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 35: Redemption for the Dead |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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God loves all His children and will judge all people according to the law they have received. |
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The Savior, Jesus Christ, offers the opportunity for forgiveness and deliverance to both the living and the dead. |
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God is perfectly just and merciful to all people, living and dead. |
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It is our duty and privilege to be baptized and confirmed for those who have died without the gospel. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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| Chapter 36: Receiving the Ordinances and Blessings of the Temple |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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The Saints are commanded by God to build temples. |
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In the temple we learn the things of eternity and receive ordinances of salvation for ourselves and our ancestors. |
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The temple is a place of holiness where we receive the greatest blessings God has for His children. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 37: Charity, the Pure Love of Christ |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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A person filled with the love of God is anxious to bless others |
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We have a special obligation to love and care for those in need |
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Charity is long-suffering, merciful, and kind |
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We express charity through simple acts of service and kindness. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 38: The Wentworth Letter |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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God the Father and Jesus Christ appeared to Joseph Smith in answer to his prayer |
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The Book of Mormon was written anciently upon gold plates and delivered to Joseph Smith by a divinely sent messenger. |
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Although persecution may rage against the Church, nothing can stop the progress of truth. |
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The Articles of Faith describe fundamental doctrines and principles of our religion. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 39: Relief Society: Divine Organization of Women |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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The Relief Society, organized under the priesthood and after its pattern, is an essential part of the Church. |
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The Relief Society enables women to act according to their benevolent natures, giving care to those in need. |
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The Relief Society encourages women to practice holiness and to instruct one another. |
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The Relief Society encourages women to follow the example of the Savior in showing mercy and avoiding strife. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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| Chapter 40: How Glorious Are Faithful, Just, and True Friends |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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True friends ease one another’s sorrows and remain faithful even in times of adversity. |
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Friendship unites the human family, dispelling hatred and misunderstanding. |
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Saints of God are true friends to one another. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 41: Becoming Saviors on Mount Zion |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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The doctrine of salvation for the dead shows the greatness of God’s wisdom and compassion. |
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We become saviors on Mount Zion by performing sacred ordinances for the dead. |
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God has placed upon us a great responsibility to seek after our dead. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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| Chapter 42: Family: The Sweetest Union for Time and for Eternity |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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Husbands and wives honor each other by showing love, kindness, and affection. |
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Children honor their parents by expressing gratitude to them and cherishing them throughout their lives. |
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Love among brothers and sisters can be sweet and enduring. |
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Parents who love, support, and pray for their children bring immeasurable blessings into their children’s lives. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 43: “He Was a Prophet of God”: Contemporaries of Joseph Smith Testify of His Prophetic Mission |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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Like the early Saints, we can know that Joseph Smith is the prophet through whom the Lord restored the fulness of the gospel. |
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Joseph Smith was an example we can follow in developing a Christlike character. |
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As the prophet through whom the gospel was restored, Joseph Smith taught God’s plan of salvation with clarity and power |
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Like the early Saints, we can treasure up the words of Joseph Smith and live the principles he taught. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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| Chapter 44: The Restoration of All Things: The Dispensation of the Fulness of Times |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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In this last dispensation, all the authority, ordinances, and knowledge of earlier dispensations have been restored. |
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This final dispensation is of such vast importance that it requires the complete, unselfish dedication of the Saints. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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| Chapter 45: Joseph Smith’s Feelings about His Prophetic Mission |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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Prophets teach what God reveals to them; we strive to understand and give heed to their words |
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Although prophets are men with human frailties, they are called of God to teach and lead His people. |
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Despite opposition, prophets fulfill the missions given to them by God. |
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Prophets love those the serve and desire to lead them well, even if doing so requires reproving them. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 46: The Martyrdom: The Prophet Seals His Testimony with His Blood |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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God protected Joseph Smith until his earthly mission was complete. |
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Before his death, Joseph Smith conferred upon the Twelve Apostles every priesthood key and power that the Lord had sealed upon him. |
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The Prophet Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum lived great and died great for their testimonies of the gospel. |
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Joseph Smith fulfilled his earthly mission and sealed his testimony with his blood. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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| Chapter 47: “Praise to the Man”: Latter-day Prophets Bear Witness of the Prophet Joseph Smith |
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Introduction |
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From the Life of Joseph Smith |
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Joseph Smith was foreordained to his prophetic calling. |
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Joseph Smith's First Vision is a fundamental part of our individual testimonies. |
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The Prophet Joseph Smith was taught by God and angels. |
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The Prophet Joseph Smith was called of God to open the final dispensation and restore the fulness of the gospel. |
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The work of Joseph Smith blesses those who have lived on the earth, those who are now living, and those who will yet be born. |
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Suggestions for Study and Teaching |
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Pictures |
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