Word of Wisdom (D&C 89)
What is the section of the Doctrine and Covenants that reveals the Word of Wisdom?
What is Section 89?
Finish the phrase: “All things shall work together for your ______.”
What is good?
What book was Joseph Smith asking about in D&C 91?
What is the Apocrypha?
Who was told to be a “lively member”?
Who is Frederick G. Williams?
Name one thing the Lord warns against in the Word of Wisdom.
What is tobacco, alcohol, coffee/tea, or harmful substances?
Who was Joseph Smith counseled to teach the gospel to in Section 90?
All nations / the world.
What did the Lord say about the Apocrypha?
It has many true things, but also many interpolations by man.
What does “lively” mean in this context?
Active, full of life, supportive in the work of the Lord.
What are “wholesome herbs” meant for?
For the constitution, nature, and use of man.
According to Section 90, what blessing comes from receiving the Lord’s oracles?
They will be given the power of God unto salvation.
What is the key to knowing what’s true when reading such works?
The Spirit of God.
How could the Teachers quorum today be “lively members”?
Serving, participating, strengthening others.
What promise is given to those who keep the Word of Wisdom in D&C 89:18–21?
Health, wisdom, treasures of knowledge, run and not be weary, walk and not faint.
What does the Lord say about “continuing in prayer and fasting”?
It helps be filled with the Spirit.
What counsel does the Lord give about translating the Apocrypha?
It is not needful—it may be read with the Spirit.
Why is every member of the quorum important?
Each has a role/gift to build up the body of Christ.
What “destroying angel” protection is promised in verse 21?
The destroying angel shall pass them by.
Who are we told to “be instructed more perfectly” by?
The law of the Church / revelation of Jesus Christ.
How does this apply today with media, books, and online content?
By the Spirit we can discern truth from error.
What happens to a quorum or ward if members are not “lively”?
It becomes weak, others carry the load, blessings are missed.