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Hyrum is told he has a duty unto the Church because of his family.
What was that duty? |
The office of Patriarch
It was his duty and that of his family forever. |
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Thanks to John Sherer, Joseph Smith was arrested in 1830. On what charges was he arrested?
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On charge of being a disorderly person; of setting the country in an uproar by preaching the Book of Mormon.
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What is the title of the list of blessings Emma wanted?
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The Desires of My Heart
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What were the "Desires" of Emma's heart?
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Wisdom
No Regrets Spirit of Discernment Raise children well Healthy/well taken care of body Respect husband Rejoice in blessings Acknowledge God in all things |
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7 excellent counsels given to Emma (and all women) by the Lord:
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1. Elect Lady
2. Murmur not 3. Be a comfort to husband and offer words of consolation in meekness 4. "Go with him at the time of his going" 5. “lay aside the things of this world and seek for the things of a better world.” 6. Cleave unto the covenants which thou hast made 7. Beware of pride |
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The order of revelation in the church:
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1. Any new or amendatory revelation that concerns the whole Church will always come to and through the Prophet
2. Whenever we're invited to speak or teach in the church, we're only allowed to use the things prophets have said. 3. Anything that is binding upon membership must be voted on by common consent. |
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2 instructions to Oliver Cowdery in section 28:
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1. Called to serve a mission among the Lamanites.
2. Go to Hiram Page and convince him that his stone and "revelation" are from Satan. |
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In the conference held after the Hiram Page incident, what was voted by the members?
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That only Joseph Smith could receive and write Revelations and Commandments for the Church.
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What did Mrs. Hubble claim?
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That she was a prophetess and was supposed to become a great teacher.
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Three keys taught in section 28 regarding the order of revelation in the church:
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1. The LORD chooses the prophet
2. There will only be one prophet at a time 3. Any man who becomes the prophet will be ordained by the apostles |
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According to section 43 what are we to do when we assemble together?
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Instruct, edify, and inspire each other.
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Two ways we are to uphold the prophet:
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By praying for him and by providing him with the necessities of life.
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The "elect of God" are those who have chosen to use their agency in what four ways?
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1. Harken themselves
2. Be obedient 3. Be diligent 4. Not harden hearts |
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Mission of the church
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To bring souls to Christ
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In D&C 29, what five things do we learn about sin and Satan's temptations?
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1. Little children cannot sin
2. Satan has no power to tempt little children 3. The Lord requires great things of the parents. 4. When one is 8 y/o and has the necessary knowledge, he is required to repent after sinning. 5. Those who lack the understanding (e.g. mentally retarded) are covered by the atonement. |
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In section 45, what is the common theme that is repeated many times?
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Hearken/listen/obey
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In section 45, how is the appearance of the second coming described?
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As a thief in the night
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Key events of the Lord's return
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- Some would return to Jerusalem
- Angel's trumpet would sound and righteous dead would arise - Lord would appear on the Mount of Olives - Satan would be bound |
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Instructions to JS and the Saints in section 45
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- Begin translating the New Testament.
- Move west - Pool resources to purchase for New Jerusalem |
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To whom was section 30 directed?
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David, Peter, and John Whitmer.
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What were David Whitmer's four sins?
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- Fear of man and following man's opinions rather than God's
- Focused on things of the Earth instead of God's ministry - Now following spiritual promptings he was given - Refused to heed those who were over him. |
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Four counsels for Peter Whitmer
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- Open your mouth
- Look to those who preside over you and heed their counsels - Pray always - Be diligent in keeping the commandments |
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What did the Lord acknowledge in section 31?
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The afflictions of Thomas B. Marsh
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Specific counsels given to Thomas Marsh in section 31:
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· Be patient in afflictions
· Resist the temptation to argue or be contentious · Be kind to your wife and children · Be a physician unto the Church · Go where and do what the Spirit directs · Pray always · Endure in faithfulness to the end |
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Who was Northrup Sweet and why did he leave the church?
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He was the husband of one of Martin Harris's nieces and he left because he thought he received revelation that he was to be the prophet. He formed the "Pure Church of Christ" which existed only briefly.
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What were the four commandments and promises given by the Lord to Ezra Thayre and Northrup Sweet?
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1. Open your mouth and it shall be filled.
2. If you thrust in your sickles, you will be laden with sheaves (if you magnify your calling, you will see the results) 3. Build your testimony upon rock of revelation and gates of Hell won't prevail against you. 4. If you be obedient, search the scripture, and pray always, you will be ready when the Savior comes. |
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What is the first step in becoming sons and daughters of Christ?
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Belief or faith
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How did Adam bring his descendants into the presence of the Lord?
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They entered into the priesthood order of God.
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Other steps to becoming sons and daughters of Christ: (besides belief/faith)
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Baptism, the gift of the Holy Ghost, receiving the temple ordinances of the Melchizedek Priesthood, and the atonement
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How did section 35 come about?
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Sidney Rigdon wanted to know the Lord's will concerning him.
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Who were the three scribes when Joseph Smith was translating the bible?
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- Oliver Cowdery
- John Whitmer - Sidney Rigdon |
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What are the three types of people?
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1. Those who watch things happen.
2. Those who make things happen 3. Those who wonder what happened. |
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Three things the Lord teaches the Saints about himself in section 38:
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1. He is omniscient
2. He is omnipotent 3. He is omnipresent |
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Six reasons to move to Ohio:
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1. Escape the power of their enemies
2. Enable the temporal salvation of the church. 3. To unify the people 4. Become a righteous people 5. Receive the law of Christ 6. To be endowed with power on high |
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In what three ways was the promise to be "endowed with power on high" as a result of moving to Ohio fulfilled?
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1. The temple was built in Kirtland
2. The keys of the priesthood were restored in the temple 3. The office of Bishop and High Priest as well as the Presiding Quorums of the church were restored in Kirtland. |
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What great things did the Lord promise James Covill?
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1. If he would harken unto the voice of the Lord, he would be delivered from his sorrows.
2. If he would be baptized, he would receive the Holy Ghost and be forgiven of his sins. 3. If he would join the saints in Ohio, he would be blessed with power and faith and the Lord would be with him. |
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What is a disciple of Christ?
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One who is learning to be like Christ — learning to think, to feel, and to act like he does.
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What are four significant things about Edward Partridge's call as a Bishop?
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1. Called of God
2. Sustained by the people. 3. Ordained and set apart as a Bishop. 4. He was to sacrifice everything and consecrate all of his time to his calling. |
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What are the best spiritual gifts?
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The ones needed at any given time.
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What are four reasons we have spiritual gifts?
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1. Lead us and others to God.
2. Shield us from the powers of the adversary. 3. Compensate for our inadequacies. 4. Repair our imperfections |
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How to discern if someone is of God:
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· Those who pray and are humble and repentant are of God if they obey His ordinances
· Those who speak humble words that are meek and that edify are of God if they obey His ordinances · Those whose voice (or body) trembles while speaking will become strong if it is the Lord’s power that causes the trembling. They will speak wise, praiseworthy words that conform to the revelations and restored truths of the gospel · Those who are overwhelmed while speaking and do not regain their composure nor speak words that conform to restored truth are not speaking for God |
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Four fundamental principles of the law of consecration:
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1. Everything belongs to the Lord
2. The consecration 3. The stewardship 4. Accountability |
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Five purposes for which surplus property or money was to be used:
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1. Care for the poor and needy
2. Purchase land 3. Build houses of worship (chapels) 4. Build up New Jerusalem (temples) 5. Help members gather |
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What is the Lord's promise to faithful, just, and wise stewards?
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They will experience the "Joy of His Lord" (know God is pleased)
and They will inherit eternal life. |
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Six things to do to prepare to live the Law of Consecration in its fullness:
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1. Learn how to really love others
2. Learn how to really serve others 3. Learn how to really work hard 4. Become self-reliant 5. Be willing to give of the time, talent, and means you have 6. Learn to be faithful, just, and wise stewards |
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THE LORD TOLD HYRUM SMITH “THY DUTY IS UNTO THE CHURCH FOREVER, AND THIS BECAUSE OF THY FAMILY.” TO WHAT DID THAT REFER? WHAT WAS THE DUTY?
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Patriarch
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WHO WAS THE FIRST MISSIONARY IN THIS DISPENSATION?
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Samuel Smith
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TO WHOM WAS THE LORD SPEAKING WHEN HE SAID “IN TEMPORAL LABORS THOU SHALT NOT HAVE STRENGTH?”
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Joseph Smith
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ACCORDING TO THE STUDENT MANUAL, IN WHAT SENSE WAS EMMA SMITH AN “ELECT LADY?”
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Wife/companion/helper to JS
First RS president Compiled the first hymn book |
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WHAT SIGNIFICANT LITERARY CONTRIBUTION DID EMMA SMITH MAKE TO THE CHURCH IN 1835?
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She compiled the first hymn book
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WHO WAS THE INDIVIDUAL MENTIONED IN SECTION 28 THAT CLAIMED TO HAVE RECEIVED REVELATION THROUGH A STONE HE HAD FOUND?
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Hiram Page
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SECTION 43 TELLS US THAT SATAN WILL BE BOUND DURING THE MILLENNIUM. ACCORDING TO THE STUDENT MANUAL, THAT WILL OCCUR BECAUSE OF WHAT TWO THINGS?
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1. The righteousness of people living at that time.
2. The Lord's power in destroying the wicked and pouring out his spirit upon the righteous. |
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IDENTIFY SOME OF THE THINGS SECTION 29 TELLS US ABOUT CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 8
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They can't sin
They can't be tempted They are redeemed from the world. |
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What are the best spiritual gifts?
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The ones needed at any given time.
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What are four reasons we have spiritual gifts?
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1. Lead us and others to God.
2. Shield us from the powers of the adversary. 3. Compensate for our inadequacies. 4. Repair our imperfections |
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How to discern if someone is of God:
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· Those who pray and are humble and repentant are of God if they obey His ordinances
· Those who speak humble words that are meek and that edify are of God if they obey His ordinances · Those whose voice (or body) trembles while speaking will become strong if it is the Lord’s power that causes the trembling. They will speak wise, praiseworthy words that conform to the revelations and restored truths of the gospel · Those who are overwhelmed while speaking and do not regain their composure nor speak words that conform to restored truth are not speaking for God |
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Four fundamental principles of the law of consecration:
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1. Everything belongs to the Lord
2. The consecration 3. The stewardship 4. Accountability |
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Five purposes for which surplus property or money was to be used:
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1. Care for the poor and needy
2. Purchase land 3. Build houses of worship (chapels) 4. Build up New Jerusalem (temples) 5. Help members gather |
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What is the Lord's promise to faithful, just, and wise stewards?
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They will experience the "Joy of His Lord" (know God is pleased)
and They will inherit eternal life. |
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Six things to do to prepare to live the Law of Consecration in its fullness:
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1. Learn how to really love others
2. Learn how to really serve others 3. Learn how to really work hard 4. Become self-reliant 5. Be willing to give of the time, talent, and means you have 6. Learn to be faithful, just, and wise stewards |
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THE LORD TOLD HYRUM SMITH “THY DUTY IS UNTO THE CHURCH FOREVER, AND THIS BECAUSE OF THY FAMILY.” TO WHAT DID THAT REFER? WHAT WAS THE DUTY?
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Patriarch
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WHO WAS THE FIRST MISSIONARY IN THIS DISPENSATION?
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Samuel Smith
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TO WHOM WAS THE LORD SPEAKING WHEN HE SAID “IN TEMPORAL LABORS THOU SHALT NOT HAVE STRENGTH?”
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Joseph Smith
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WHO WAS THE LORD TALKING TO, IN SECTION 35, WHEN HE SAID, “I HAVE PREPARED THEE FOR A GREATER WORK?”
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Sidney Rigdon
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WHAT DOES THE PHRASE “GIRD UP YOUR LOINS” MEAN?
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To prepare for a journey or for work
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SECTION 37 WAS THE 1ST REVELATION GIVEN IN THIS DISPENSATION DIRECTING THE SAINTS TO A GATHER TO A CENTRAL LOCATION. WHERE WAS THE LOCATION?
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Ohio
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WHEN ADAM AND EVE WERE IN THE GARDEN OF EDEN, THE EARTH WAS IN A ____________ STATE. AFTER THE FALL, IT BECAME ___________. AFTER THE MILLENNIUM, THE EARTH WILL BECOME _______________. |
Terrestrial
Telestial Celestial |
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SECTION 38 TELLS US, “IF YE ARE PREPARED YE SHALL NOT FEAR.” THE STUDENT MANUAL QUOTED PRESIDENT BENSON WHO ASKED, “WHAT, THEN, IS THE LORD’S WAY TO HELP US PREPARE FOR THE CALAMATIES OF THE LAST DAYS?” WHAT WAS HIS ANSWER, WHAT WAS THE KEY TO BEING PREPARED?
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Following the prophets
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WHO WAS JAMES COVILL AND WHY WAS HE IMPORTANT IN CHURCH HISTORY?
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A minister who covenanted to do the Lord's will but later broke that covenant and was never baptized.
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WHO WAS CALLED, IN SECTION 41, TO BE THE FIRST BISHOP OF THE CHURCH?
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Edward Partridge
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WHAT DID THE LORD PROMISE TO GIVE TO THE SAINTS WHEN THEY MOVED TO OHIO?
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His law: the Law of Consecration
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Who are the two people we're commanded to love with all our heart?
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The Lord and our spouse
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WHAT IS THE LAW UPON WHICH THE NEW JERUSALEM WILL BE BUILT AND WHICH IS GIVEN FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE POOR, THE BUILDING OF ZION, AND THE WORK OF THE MINISTRY?
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The Law of Consecration
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HOW DOES THE LORD DEFINE “EQUALITY?”
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Equal according to family size, circumstances, wants, and needs.
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WHAT DID THE LORD’S COUNSEL TO “ACT UPON THIS LAND AS FOR YEARS” MEAN?
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To live, act, and serve as if they were going to be in that place for a long time.
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NEWEL KNIGHT WAS TOLD TO “STAND FAST IN THE OFFICE WHEREUNTO I HAVE APPOINTED YOU.” TO WHAT OFFICE WAS THE LORD REFERRING?
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Bishop/Branch President/Leader of Coleville saints
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WHO DID THE LORD CHASTISE, IN SECTION 54, FOR BREAKING HIS COVENANT
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Leman Copley and Ezra Thayer
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ACCORDING TO YOUR STUDENT MANUAL, THE “GIFT TO BELIEVE ON THE TESTIMONY OF OTHERS” IS MOST COMMONLY SEEN AMONG WHICH GROUP?
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Investigators with missionaries
and Children with parents |
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ACCORDING TO THE STUDENT MANUAL, THE GIFT OF TONGUES IS SEEN DAILY IN THE CHURCH AMONGST WHICH GROUP?
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Missionaries
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WHO IS GIVEN A GIFT TO DISCERN ALL THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT?
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The Bishop
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COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING: “THAT WHICH DOTH NOT __________ IS NOT OF GOD.”
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Edify
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WHAT IS THE KEY IN DETERMINING WHETHER OR NOT SOMETHING THAT IS TAUGHT IN THE CHURCH IS OF GOD OR NOT?
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It will be in harmony with the Standard Works and the teachings of the prophets.
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SECTION 29 TALKS ABOUT GATHERING. ACCORDING TO THE STUDENT MANUAL, WHAT IS THE MAIN PURPOSE OF GATHERING?
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To bring the saints together in one place where they can build a temple and access the Lord's blessings.
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SECTION 44 WAS GIVEN AS PART OF THE FOURTH GENERAL CONFERENCE OF THE CHURCH. NAME THE PURPOSES OF GENERAL CONFERENCE MENTIONED IN YOUR STUDENT MANUAL.
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Transact current church business
Sustain or approve Hear general church statistics Worship |
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Why was David Whitmer rebuked in section 30?
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- believing Hiram Page
- Fearing and believing in man rather than God. - Having his mind on the things of the Earth - Not listening to the spirit - Not listening to the people over him (JS) |
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NAME THE CONTRIBUTIONS JOHN WHITMER MADE TO THE CHURCH.
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- Helped compile revelations and assisted in getting them printed.
- Church historian - Editor of important church documents - One of the eight witnesses of the Book of Mormon |
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WHO WAS TOLD IN SECTION 31 TO BE PATIENT IN AFFLICTIONS, TO GOVERN HIS HOUSE IN MEEKNESS, AND TO BE A PHYSICIAN TO THE CHURCH?
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Thomas B. Marsh
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Who was called to preach among the Lamanites?
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Oliver Cowdery
Peter Whitmer Parley P. Pratt Ziba Peterson |
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO CALL THE CHURCH OUT OF THE WILDERNESS?
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To restore the church after the apostacy
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WHO WAS CONVERTED AT THE AGE OF 19, WAS TOLD TO LIFT UP HIS VOICE LONG AND LOUD AND CALLED “MY SON” BY THE LORD?
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Orson Pratt
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