The Church
Who is the head of the church?
Jesus Christ
Who conferred the Aaronic priesthood?
John the Baptist
Was this introduced before or after the Aaronic priesthood?
After.
Who receives priesthood authority?
Worthy male church members.
What is this priesthood also known as?
The preparatory priesthood
What is this priesthood also known as?
The higher priesthood
Doing good for the world but being powerless to achieve the overall goal is called what?
What is one thing the priesthood holds the keys to?
-Ministering of angels
-Gospel repentance
-Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins
Who introduced the Melchezedek priesthood?
Peter, James and John
In D&C, the church is referred to as “the true and living church.” Why is this?
When was the Lord putting this priesthood in place?
Around the same time as the translation of the Book of Mormon
This priesthood unlocks the keys to what?
-A dispensation of the gospel
-The keys to my kingdom
The church and temple are described as Christ’s essential instruments in helping mankind. What are two ways they help Jesus do this?
-He can proclaim his gospel around the world
-Offer baptism and all other covenants
-Unite families for eternity
-Offer the gifts of salvation
-Minister to the physical needs of God’s children in the present
Who was searching for answers pertaining to baptism?
Oliver Cowdrey and Joseph Smith
Other additional authority was introduced later by who?
Moses, Elijah and Elias