Houses of the Lord
This section (D&C 94) gave instructions about building two houses: one for printing scriptures and one for the presidency of the high priesthood.
What is a meetinghouse (house for the presidency of the high priesthood)?
D&C 97:21 teaches that Zion is not a location but is described this way.
What is the pure in heart?
In D&C 97, the Lord says those who are "willing to observe their covenants by sacrifice" are accepted by Him. This means we must be willing to do this.
What is give up things for the gospel?
According to D&C 97:15–16, this happens if the temple is built in holiness.
What is God’s glory and presence fill it?
Twice a year, members of the Church all over the world gather to listen to this.
What is General Conference?
The Lord was very specific in D&C 94 about building dimensions and instructions to show this principle.
What is that the Lord cares about order and exactness in His work?
D&C 97 promises that when we are humble and seek to learn, this will happen.
What is we receive blessings and protection from the Lord?
D&C 97 connects sacrifice to this important covenant practice.
What is temple worship?
The Saints in Kirtland and Missouri needed temples and sacred spaces for this reason.
What is to receive revelation, ordinances, and strength?
Name one way you can prepare yourself to get the most out of General Conference.
What is praying, thinking of questions, reading scriptures, fasting, etc.?
D&C 94 teaches that the Lord's work is done in this manner, not haphazardly.
What is in order?
The Saints were taught that Zion could only be built by people who had this quality.
What is obedience and purity of heart?
According to the principles in these sections, sacrifice matters in discipleship because it shows this.
What is our love and commitment to God above all else?
D&C 97 teaches that the temple is a place of learning where we learn this.
What is the gospel, covenants, and how to return to God?
This leader, who we sustain as prophet, seer, and revelator, always speaks at conference.
Who is the President of the Church?
From D&C 94, we learn that the Lord expects His people to do this when preparing sacred spaces.
What is prepare holy places to worship Him?
In D&C 97:15–16, the Lord promised these blessings about Zion if the people were faithful.
What is His presence would be there, and His glory and angels would attend?
An example of a sacrifice a youth today might make to follow the Lord is this.
What is choosing gospel standards over popularity, sports on Sunday, etc.?
The Lord promised "Zion could not fall, neither be moved out of her place" if this condition was met.
What is if the people are pure in heart and keep His commandments?
Share one blessing promised when we follow the words of prophets.
What is personal revelation, safety, peace, direction, etc.?
This is how we apply the principle of building a “house” for the Lord in our lives today.
What is keeping our bodies and homes clean and spiritually ready for the Spirit?
Today’s youth can build Zion by doing these things.
What is striving to live worthy lives, serve others, and keep covenants?
In D&C 97, one of the blessings promised to those who sacrifice for the Lord is this.
What is eternal life, God’s acceptance, and His Spirit with us?
This section teaches us about personal revelation today by showing that we can receive it when we do this.
What is make our homes and temples spiritually holy?
After conference, name one way you can apply what you’ve learned in your daily life.
What is studying talks, setting goals, making changes, sharing with family/friends, etc.?