Background
Where did the organization of the church take place?
Fayette, New York (at the Mary and Peter Whitmer log home)
Who was called and ordained as the first elder of the Church?
Joseph Smith
God is the same____________, _________, and ___________. (vs. 12)
yesterday, today, and forever
If the Book of Mormon is true, then what does that imply about Joseph Smith?
That he is a prophet called of God and the restored church is true!
On what date was the Church organized?
April 6, 1830
Who was called to be the second elder of the Church?
Oliver Cowdery
The fulness of the gospel is for both the___________ and the________.(vs 9)
Gentiles, Jews
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
How many people were present at the organization of the Church?
30-60 people
People came from 2 other cities to Fayette for the founding of the church. What were the other 2 cities?
1.Colesville
2.Palmyra
The Holy Ghost beareth record of the ___________ and the _______ ?
Father, Son
What will happen to those who harden their hearts in unbelief and reject the Book of Mormon?
It shall turn to their own condemnation
Name 2 things that happened before the Official Organization of the Church?
- First Vision
-Translation of the Book of Mormon
- Restoration of the Priesthood
Who ministered to Joseph Smith and helped provide him with power and means to translate the Book of Mormon?
D&C 20:5-8
The Angel Moroni
Why did God give His Only Begotten Son?
So that all who repent, believe in him, are baptized, and endure in faith may be saved.
What are some ways we can receive the Book of Mormon in faith?
(Answers will vary)
What is Section 20 of the Doctrine and Covenants also known as?
The Constitution of the Church
What revelations of a New Testament prophet does section 20 compare its truth to?
Revelations of John
How are the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost, one God, infinite and eternal, without end?
They work together to prepare us for eternal life
How can the Book of Mormon lead a person to "work righteousness?"
(Answers will vary)