Then & Now
What did Joseph Smith say about the future growth & size of the church?
“You know no more concerning the destinies of this Church and kingdom than a babe upon its mother’s lap. You don’t comprehend it. … This Church will fill North and South America—it will fill the world.”
Joseph Smith, 1832
Who was Mary Whitmer?
Mother of the Whitmer son's. She housed Joseph and Emma and Olivery Cowdery while they finished the translation of the Book of Mormon. Moroni appeared to her and showed her the gold plates.
God in Heaven is infinite and _______ ?
Eternal
If the Book of Mormon is true, then what does that mean about Joseph Smith?
That he is a prophet called of God and that Christ's church has been restored to the earth!
List out SEVEN of the responsibilities of a priest?
D&C 20:46-52
Preach, teach, expound, exhort, baptize, administer the sacrament, visit the house of each member, ordain other priests, take the lead when there is no elder present, assist the elders
Today the church is in 168 countries .... what is the number of countries with organized wards/branches in 1981?
62
On April 6, 1829, on the day the Church was officially formed, who was called to be the first elder of the Church?
Joseph Smith
If you want to be "called to the work" of God, what is all that is required? (See D&C 4)
Simply a DESIRE to serve Him!!!!!
What blessings does the Lord promise to those who receive the Book of Mormon in faith?
D&C 20:14
They will receive a crown of eternal life
List out SEVEN of the responsibilities of a teacher?
D&C 20:53-56
Watch over the church always, be with and strengthen them, see that there is no iniquity in the church (neither hardness with each other, neither lying, backbiting, nor evil speaking), see that the church meet together often, see that all the members do their duty, take lead of meetings when elder or priest is absent, warn, expound, exhort, and teach, and invite all to come unto Christ
There are over 80,000 full-time missionaries today ... how many were there in 1981?
28,000
Who is your favorite person in Church History?
Answers will vary
Ask and ye shall __________, knock and it shall be __________ unto you.
receive, opened
Who was Teancum?
Coolest Nephite warrior; Captain Moroni's dear friend; Teancum slayed Amalakiah by sneaking into his tent at night and throwing a spear into his heart.
List out FIVE of the responsibilities of a deacon?
D&C 20:57-59
Help teachers with all of their duties, and to warn, expound, exhort, and teach, and invite all to come unto Christ.
There are 16.8 million members in the church today .... how many members were there in 1981?
4.9 million
Who was the third person to help Joseph Smith as scribe?
Oliver Cowdery
Why did God give His Only Begotten Son?
So that we can be saved from our sins and weaknesses as we put our faith in Christ, and as we repent, and as we follow His example by being baptized and enduring to the end.
What's your favorite verse in the Book of Mormon (and do you have it memorized by chance?)
(Answers will vary)
Can women access the power of the Priesthood? (Explain your answer)
Yes. "The heavens are just as open to women who are endowed with God's power flowing from their priesthood covenants as they are to men who bear the priesthood. Sisters, you have the right to draw liberally upon the Savior's power to help your family and others you love." (Pres. Russell M. Nelson)
There are 160+ temples throughout the world today ... how many were there in 1981?
(If you can guess within 10, you get the points)
16
Who is Bro. Alleman's favorite person in Church History?
Emma Smith
Explain "Grace" in your own words
Answers will vary
What is so special about 1 Nephi 2:15
Lehi was a wealthy man!!! His willingness to follow God by leaving all of that behind to tarry with his family in the wilderness in a tent ..... c'mon!!!!
Who holds the Priesthood keys to administer the Gospel of Jesus Christ here on earth?
President Russell M. Nelson