What's the Context?
Who was ordained to write books for schools in the church, that little children also may receive instruction (D&C 55: 4)?
William W. Phelps
What law did the Lord give about marriage in D&C 49?
That marriage is between a man and a woman and is ordained of God
True or False: The Shakers believed correctly about marriage. (D&C 49)
False. They believed in total celibacy
Who was called to be the first bishop of the Church? (He's mentioned in D&C 51)
Edward Partridge
The Saints are told to consecrate their property. What does that mean?
To give their belongings to the Church to help everyone (D&C 51)
What are the two becoming one flesh? (D&C 49:16)
A husband and wife
What is the ONLY way to preach according to D&C 50: 17-18?
By the Comforter, Spirit of truth
What did the Lord teach about eating animals? (D&C 49: 19-21)
That it is ordained of us to do so, but not to be wasteful.
What city were the Saints supposed to gather to in Missouri?
Independence
What leads to the people being "one"? (D&C 51:9)
Honesty
According to D&C 50, who is "possessor of all things; for all things are subject unto him, both in heaven and on the earth, the life and the light, the Spirit and the power"?
He that is ordained of God and sent forth
According to D&C 50, how can we know if a spirit is from God?
If it edifies, enlightens, and brings us closer to God (D&C 50:22-23)
What principle do we need to exercise in order to get a reward according to the end of D&C 54?
Patience in tribulation
Which religious group were the Saints specifically called to preach to? (D&C 49)
The Shakers
Missionaries are sent out two by two in D&C 52. Why?
For support, protection, and to be a witness to each other and others
Why did God have to clarify how to discern good spirits and truth in D&C 50?
Some saints were being misled by spiritual manifestations that were not from God.
In D&C 51, what law were the Saints commanded to live?
The Law of Consecration
According to the beginning of D&C 51, what must the Saints do to avoid being "cut off"?
"Organize" themselves, according to God's law
Who was told to buy land for the Church?
Sidney Gilbert (D&C 57:6)
What happens after you accept a truth from God? (D&C 50: 24)
You receive even more light, growing brighter and brighter.
Whose sins are being forgiven in D&C 50:36?
Those who hear God's words and immediately believe and follow them.
What did the Lord say to do when you encounter spirits or teachings that you are unsure about?
Pray to know if they are from God, and if they are not, make it known, and you will have power over them (D&C 50:31-33)
What is the blessing AND the warning given for keeping/breaking covenants? (D&C 54)
Mercy / Better to have died
Where were many missionaries called to teach the gospel in D&C 52? AND Why?
Missouri, in preparation for a large conference to be held there (the Saints believed it was the land of their inheritance)
According to D&C 56: 17-18, the poor are blessed UNLESS what?
They are greedy and do not labor.