Trial
Name a trial faced by the early Saints
Persecution, driven away from homes, etc.
What does D&C 128:3 say about joy?
'...let all the sons of God shout for joy! And let the eternal creations declare his name forever and ever!...'
What did Joseph Smtih teach about the salvation of the dead? (D&C 128:15)
Their salvation is necessary to our salvation
What are baptisms for the dead?
An ordinance performed in temples for those who passed without being baptised
Who is the most recently called apostle?
Elder Gérald Caussé
How can we rely on the Lord during difficult times?
Prayer, faith, following His guidance
What does D&C 127:4 say about enduring trials?
'...let your diligence, and your perseverance, and patience, and your works be redoubled, and you shall in nowise lose your reward, saith the Lord of Hosts.'
Name one of the titles/comparison made when Joseph Smith refers to the Lord (D&C 128:24)
Refiner's fire, fuller's soap, purifier of silver
Why do we do baptisms for the dead?
Allows the dead an opportunnity towards the gospel
Name three other wards/branches in Edmonton North Stake
Athabasca, Barhead, Belmead, Griesbach, Lago Lindo, Meadowview, Namao, Onoway, Pioneer, Slave Lake, Stony Plain
How do trials strengthen our faith?
reliance on the Lord, increase spiritual resilience/testimony, etc.
What does D&C 128:22 encourage us to do?
'Let your hearts rejoice, and be exceedingly glad.'
What is taught about record-keeping? (D&C 127:7)
If recorded on Earth, it will be recorded in heaven also
What other covenants are made in the temple other than baptisms for the dead?
Endowment and sealing
When was the Edmonton Alberta Temple built?
1999
How does Joseph Smith show faith while in hiding? (D&C 127:2-4)
Trusting the Lord, joy and gratitude, etc.
What does D&C 128:12 symbolise baptisms as?
'...to be immersed in the water and come forth out of the water is in the likeness of the resurrection of the dead in coming forth out of their graves.'
Name one of the scriptures Joseph Smith refers to in D&C 128
Revelation 20:12, Matthew 16:18-19, 1 Corinthians 15:46-48, 1 Corinthians 15:29, Malachi 4:5-6
How does Joseph Smith introduce the practice of baptisms for the dead?
Revelation
What was the scripture theme of yesterday's youth conference?
Ether 12:4
What does the voice of gladness mean/represent? (D&C 128:19)
Joy associated with work of salvation of the dead
How do baptisms for the dead relate to the 'welding link'? (D&C 128:18)
Connects generations, eternal families
What arre the names of all the current official church magazines?
The Friend, For the Strength of Youth, Liahona