The Book of Mormon is a companion
scripture to the Holy Bible providing
another testament to the ministry of
Jesus Christ.
The Book of Mormon serves as another testament of Jesus Christ and confirms the truths found in the Holy Bible. The Book of Mormon does not replace the Bible; rather they are companion works that together teach about God and Jesus Christ.
Joseph Smith, through God's inspiration, translated the Book of Mormon from ancient records written on gold plates and taught that it is "the keystone of our religion."
Both volumes of scripture are a compilation of teachings as recorded by ancient prophets. While the Bible details events in the eastern hemisphere, the Book of Mormon documents the lives of the inhabitants of the Americas, primarily from approximately 600 B.C. through A.D. 421.
Reading the Book of Mormon helps readers build a stronger relationship with God.
The purpose of the Book of Mormon is to testify that Jesus is the Savior of the world. Church leaders teach that reading the Book of Mormon helps readers build a stronger relationship with God.
As you read the Book of Mormon, you will find greater strength to resist temptation and an increased desire and ability to follow Jesus Christ.
The Holy Ghost will testify to the individual of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon.
A passage in the Book of Mormon invites the reader to ponder its message and then, through prayer, ask God the Father, in the name of His Son, Jesus Christ, if the book is true. Readers are promised that when they ask with faith, the Holy Ghost will testify to them of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon.