Why was the High Council organized?
102:2
“…for the purpose of settling important difficulties which might arise in the church, which could not be settled by the church or the bishop’s council to the satisfaction of the parties.”
Why did the Lord say he had allowed the people of Zion to suffer as they had?
103:3-4
For I have suffered them thus far, that they might fill up the measure of their iniquities, that their cup might be full;
And that those who call themselves after my name might be chastened for a little season with a sore and grievous chastisement, because they did not hearken altogether unto the precepts and commandments which I gave unto them.
Why did the Lord make changes to the organization of the United Order?
104:4
Therefore, inasmuch as some of my servants have not kept the commandment, but have broken the covenant through covetousness, and with feigned words, I have cursed them with a very sore and grievous curse.
Why was Zion’s camp disbanded before returning the saints of Missouri to their homes?
105:9-11
Therefore, in consequence of the transgressions of my people, it is expedient in me that mine elders should wait for a little season for the redemption of Zion—
That they themselves may be prepared, and that my people may be taught more perfectly, and have experience, and know more perfectly concerning their duty, and the things which I require at their hands.
And this cannot be brought to pass until mine elders are endowed with power from on high.
Who played Batman in the 1989 live action movie?
Michael Keaton
Name 3 members of the first High Council.
102:3
Joseph Smith, Sen.
John Smith
Joseph Coe
John Johnson
Martin Harris
John S. Carter
Jared Carter
Oliver Cowdery
Samuel H. Smith
Orson Hyde
Sylvester Smith
Luke Johnson
How soon could they people of Zion begin prevailing over their enemies if they obeyed the words of the Lord?
103:5-6
But verily I say unto you, that I have decreed a decree which my people shall realize, inasmuch as they hearken from this very hour unto the counsel which I, the Lord their God, shall give unto them.
Behold they shall, for I have decreed it, begin to prevail against mine enemies from this very hour.
What is the Lord’s purpose for the United Order?
104:15-16
And it is my purpose to provide for my saints, for all things are mine.
But it must needs be done in mine own way; and behold this is the way that I, the Lord, have decreed to provide for my saints, that the poor shall be exalted, in that the rich are made low.
The Lord directed that 500 men assemble to become Zion’s Camp, but only 200 or so heeded the call. How did the Lord reward those who came?
105:18-19
But inasmuch as there are those who have hearkened unto my words, I have prepared a blessing and an endowment for them, if they continue faithful.
I have heard their prayers, and will accept their offering; and it is expedient in me that they should be brought thus far for a trial of their faith.
Who were the villains in the 1995 movie “Batman Forever”?
Two-Face & The Riddler
How many of the 12 ordained High Counselors had to be present in order for the Council to act?
102:6
SevenWhy were the people sent to establish Zion in the first place?
103:9
For they were set to be a light unto the world, and to be the saviors of men
Why is it important to be mindful of the poor and needy?
104:17-18
For the earth is full, and there is enough and to spare; yea, I prepared all things, and have given unto the children of men to be agents unto themselves.
Therefore, if any man shall take of the abundance which I have made, and impart not his portion, according to the law of my gospel, unto the poor and the needy, he shall, with the wicked, lift up his eyes in hell, being in torment.
What counsel did the Lord give to the saints of Zion after Zion’s Camp was unable to restore their homes to them?
105:23-26
And let all my people who dwell in the regions round about be very faithful, and prayerful, and humble before me, and reveal not the things which I have revealed unto them, until it is wisdom in me that they should be revealed.
Talk not of judgments, neither boast of faith nor of mighty works, but carefully gather together, as much in one region as can be, consistently with the feelings of the people;
And behold, I will give unto you favor and grace in their eyes, that you may rest in peace and safety, while you are saying unto the people: Execute judgment and justice for us according to law, and redress us of our wrongs.
Now, behold, I say unto you, my friends, in this way you may find favor in the eyes of the people, until the army of Israel becomes very great.
Who played Batman in the “Dark Knight Trilogy” directed by Christopher Nolan?
Christian Bale
Who presides over the High Council?
102:9
The President of the Church
How many men did the Lord direct Parley P. Pratt and Lyman Wright to assemble to go to Zion.
500
103:30
It is my will that my servant Parley P. Pratt and my servant Lyman Wight should not return to the land of their brethren, until they have obtained companies to go up unto the land of Zion, by tens, or by twenties, or by fifties, or by an hundred, until they have obtained to the number of five hundred of the strength of my house.
How did the Lord change the way that the United Order was organized?
104:48
After you are organized, you shall be called the United Order of the Stake of Zion, the City of Kirtland. And your brethren, after they are organized, shall be called the United Order of the City of Zion.
How did the Lord promise to prepare the way for the people in Missouri to return to establish Zion?
105:27-30
And I will soften the hearts of the people, as I did the heart of Pharaoh, from time to time, until my servant Joseph Smith, Jun., and mine elders, whom I have appointed, shall have time to gather up the strength of my house,
And to have sent wise men, to fulfil that which I have commanded concerning the purchasing of all the lands in Jackson county that can be purchased, and in the adjoining counties round about.
For it is my will that these lands should be purchased; and after they are purchased that my saints should possess them according to the laws of consecration which I have given.
And after these lands are purchased, I will hold the armies of Israel guiltless in taking possession of their own lands, which they have previously purchased with their moneys, and of throwing down the towers of mine enemies that may be upon them, and scattering their watchmen, and avenging me of mine enemies unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me.
Who is the voice behind Batman in the “Lego Batman Movie”?
Will Arnett
102:11
“…the other presidents [First Presidency] have power to preside in his stead, both or either of them.”
What was the minimum number of men that the Lord required to send to Zion?
100
103:34
But verily I say unto you, a commandment I give unto you, that ye shall not go up unto the land of Zion until you have obtained a hundred of the strength of my house, to go up with you unto the land of Zion.
Why did the Lord separate the United Order into seperate entities in Ohio and Missiouri?
104:51-52
And this I have commanded to be done for your salvation, and also for their salvation, in consequence of their being driven out and that which is to come.
The covenants being broken through transgression, by covetousness and feigned words—
What was the Lord’s final direction to the saints of Zion?
105:38-40
And again I say unto you, sue for peace, not only to the people that have smitten you, but also to all people;
And lift up an ensign of peace, and make a proclamation of peace unto the ends of the earth;
And make proposals for peace unto those who have smitten you, according to the voice of the Spirit which is in you, and all things shall work together for your good.
Which Batman villain becomes a zombie-like creature after being thrown into Slaughter Swamp?
Solomon Grundy