"Faith in Friday" “[T]he very preciousness of the restoration makes it unwise for us to tamper with its truths, to attempt to dilute its doctrines, or to misuse its authority… "I, for one, would not want to belong to a church which I could remake in my image. Rather it is the Lord’s image I … Continue reading Trying to Remake God’s Church in Our Image – Neal A. Maxwell (Great Quotes)
"Great Quotes" & "Faith on Friday" “Official church doctrine” is proclaimed publicly and unitedly by the living apostles and prophets. This ensures clarity and unity, and eliminates confusion and contention. “A few question their faith when they find a statement made by a Church leader decades ago that seems incongruent with our doctrine. “There … Continue reading What is “official doctrine” of the church? – Neil L. Andersen (Quote for General Conference)
Antagonists' Major Allegation: "The LDS Church Conspires to Cover-up Truths" The Internet contains a plethora of anti-LDS articles and videos. Some are by former members "who left the church, but who cannot leave the church alone." (Neal A. Maxwell) Most of the antagonist's websites allege that the church is engaged in a massive cover-up of … Continue reading Anti-LDS Allegation: “The Church Conspires to Cover up the it’s History” (My Response)
"Sunday Sermon" As we conclude our year-long study of the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants declares that the Book of Mormon contains “the fulness of the gospel.” (D&C 20:9) How can that be? The Book of Mormon does not contain many wonderful doctrines, like: Premortal council in heaven Degrees of glory Temple ordinances … Continue reading The Book of Mormon Contains the “Fulness of the Gospel”
"Sunday Sermon" Anti-Latter-day Saints and Distorted Doctrinal Attacks A plethora of anti-Latter-day Saint websites profess to “expose” what Mormons “really” believe. These antagonists claim they had to thoroughly search for these “secret” doctrinal declarations because they are not taught in the church. This is an absurd, self-defeating, notion. How can these declarations constitute church doctrine, … Continue reading “What Do Mormons Really Believe?” What Is Official Doctrine?
Sometimes the Spirit shares special insights and “mysteries” with us. Generally, these are private and personal. They are sacred. They are gifts for us, and us alone. Personal Revelation and Individual Mysteries are Sacred and Private Alma 12:9: “… it is given unto many to know the mysteries of God; nevertheless, they are laid under … Continue reading Handling Sacred “Mysteries” – Alma 12:9
"Sunday Sermon" Keystone of Our Religion and Testimonies Joseph Smith declared that The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ is the “keystone of our religion.” It is also the "keystone of our testimonies." If the Book of Mormon is true, then: God lives, we are His children, and He loves us Jesus … Continue reading The Book of Mormon “Internal Evidence:” Introduction and Overview
"Sunday Sermon" Paul the Apostle warned that “in the latter times,” there would be a “falling away.” This widespread apostasy would precede the restoration, the “dispensation of the fullness of times,” the “restitution of all things.” (See: 1 Tim. 4:1-3; Eph. 1:10; 2 Thess. 2:1-3; Acts 3:21) However, Paul had a more pressing and immediate … Continue reading Paul’s War with False Doctrine and Apostate Groups
"Sunday Sermon" THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST (BIBLICAL)THE RESTORED CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTSOTHER CHURCHESCHURCH ORGANIZATION Prophets (Amos 3:7)YesNoTwelve Apostles (Lk 6:13; 7:28; Eph 2:19-20; Eph 4: 11-14;YesNoSeventy (Lk 10:1, 17; Num 11:16-25)YesNoHigh Priests (Heb 5:1-10; 3:1, 14; 8:1)YesNoElders (Acts 14:23; 15:6; 1 Tim 5:17; 1 Pet 5:1-3)YesNo/Yes (few)Bishops (Philip 1: 1; 1 Tim … Continue reading Signs of the True Church of Jesus Christ (Comparison Chart)
"Teach the doctrine, from the scriptures, by the Spirit" The key to gospel teaching has been, is, and will always be the same: “Teach the doctrine from the scriptures by the Spirit.” Gospel teachers must focus on first principles, fundamental doctrines, and the weightier matters. We must target our teaching. We must focus first, on … Continue reading Tips for Talks and Lessons #8: “Teach the Doctrine”
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