Persecution
Why were the Saints persecuted after they followed the Lord's instructions to move to Missouri?
Their challenges were made for their good, persecutions helped them grow
How can our problems be for our good?
We can learn from trials, be blessed by them, show faith during trials, etc.
What does John Murdock's story teach us about spreading the Gospel?
We must listen to the Lord's guidance, and we can serve during times of trial.
Who was prophet during the time of persecution in Missouri?
According to D&C 98, what will our trials be made for?
Our good
What was John Murdock called to do?
What did the Lord tell Joseph and Sydney about their families?
They are in His hands
What are two types of persecution we face now?
Being made fun of, being excluded, etc.
What does the Lord tell the saints about enduring persecution in D&C 98:16-18
The Lord has prepared a place for them, they must be peacemakers
True or false: The Saints in Kirtland were commanded to repent.
True
Where were the Saints before moving to Missouri
Kirtland, Ohio
Where did the Saints face persecution?
Independence, Missouri/Jackson County
Why did the original settlers in Jackson County fear the incoming Saints?
They worried about the Saints’ political and economic influence.
What promise did the Lord give Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon about their families?
Their families would be all right and in His hands.
What challenges did John Murdock face before being called to serve?
Wife passed away, had to provide for children
Where was Joseph Smith while the persecutions in Jackson County began?
Kirtland, Ohio
Name three forms of persecution that the Saints faced in Independence, Missouri
Tarred and feathered, destruction of property, destruction of crops, death threats, forced to move, physical assault
The revelation in D&C 100 was addressed to which two people?
Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon
Who was called to serve in the "eastern countries?"
John Murdock
Fill in the blank: "Be _____ and know that I am ___."
Be still and know that I am God.