DM Application
A friend says, "Marriage is just a cultural expectation, its only a piece of paper or a governmental document. I don't think getting married is necessary".
Doctrine and Covenants 49:15–17
Through the Atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved.
3rd Article of Faith
This angel restored the Aaronic Priesthood to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery on on May 15, 1829
John the Baptist
D&C 132: This is only allowed when the Lord specifically commands it
Plural Marriage
Mobs chased the Saints out of three different counties in this state in the 1830s
Missouri
"It is just too hard to forgive some things. I'm sure God will understand that in this circumstance it is just impossible to forgive them"
Doctrine and Covenants 64:9–11
God will yet reveal many great and important things pertaining to the Kingdom of God.
9th Article of Faith
They conferred the Melchizedek priesthood on Joseph and Oliver later in May 1829
Peter, James, and John
D&C 127-128: Our ancestors need us for this
Baptism for the Dead
First temple of the Restoration was built here
Kirtland, OH
A friend asks, "Why is it so important that we eat some things and don't eat other things. As long as things come from nature, aren't they good for us?"
Doctrine and Covenants 89:18–21
We are not punished for Adams's sins.
2nd Article of Faith
These 3 ancient prophets restored priesthood keys in the Kirtland Temple on April 3, 1836
Moses, Elias, & Elijah
D&C 76: The Three Degrees of Glory
Celestial, Terrestrial, Telestial
The first scribe of the Book of Mormon & the main scribe of the Book of Mormon
1st - Emma Smith, Main - Oliver Cowdry
You are trying to explain to a friend why we revere, listen to, and obey the counsel of the prophet and apostles. What DM verse could you use to help?
Doctrine and Covenants 21:4–6
If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy, we seek after these things.
13th Article of Faith
The rights of the priesthood can only be controlled or handled on this principle
Righteousness (D&C 121:36)
D&C 138: President Joseph F. Smith had a vision of this
Christ visiting the spirit world
This beautiful city was built on a malaria-infested swamp by the Mississippi River
Nauvoo, IL
A friend is struggling and feel like they can't be forgiven, that Heavenly Father isn't listening, and they are very sad. What verses might you share that would lift them up and let them know that all is not lost.
Any verse with application
We have 12 Apostles like the primitive church.
6th Article of Faith
The true name of the Melchizedek priesthood
(D&C 107:3)
The Holy Priesthood after the Order of the Son of God
D&C 89: 18-21: The promised blessings of obeying the Word of Wisdom
Health in the navel, marrow in the bones, wisdom and knowledge, run and not be weary, walk and not faint, and the destroying angle shall pass by
Ohio preacher whose congregation converted with him. Joseph Smith's running mate for president.
Sidney Rigdon