Emma D&C 25
True or false? The Lord called Emma pretty?
False. He called her elect.
Where was Joseph Smith murdered?
Carthage Jail
What was restored?
The Fullness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Who was foreordained in the premarital life to be our Savior?
Jesus Christ
Who is the source of all truth?
God
What was Emma's role with the gold plates?
Scribe
What did Joseph Smith say as he headed to Carthage?
"I am going as a lamb to slaughter"
How was the Gospel restored?
Through Jospeh Smith - reestablishing His truths, priesthood authority, and Church upon the earth.
Who did Jesus Christ inherit the ability to die from?
Mary, his mortal mother
What does ASK stand for?
Acquire Spiritual Knowledge
Why was Emma told to lay aside the things of this world?
To seek for things of a better one.
What was said of Jospeh Smith's blood? It was to ____________ the testimony of this book (the Book of Mormon).
Seal
Why was there a need for a restoration?
Apostasy. (Apostsy occurs when one or more individuals turn away from the thruths of the gospel.
What 4 things does the atonement include?
- Suffering in the Garden of Gethsemene for our sins
- The shedding of his Blood
- His Suffering and death on the cross
- His literal resurrection
Does asking questions mean I don't believe?
NO! Asking questions and seeking divine answers is a vital part of our effort to learn and grow.
What was Emma told to do in order to receive a crown of righteousness?
Keep the commandments
What were the names of the other 3 men in jail with Joseph Smith?
Hyrum Smith, John Taylor and Willard Richards
Who did God send to restore the Aaronic and Melchizdek Priesthoods?
Angelic Messengers
What are the steps of repentance?
- Recognize our sins - feeling remorse or Godly sorrow.
- confessing our sins (to Heavenly Father and if necessary others)
- forsaking the sin; seeking to restore as far as possible all that has been damaged as a result of out sin.
- Living a life of obedience to God's commandments
What are some ways you can help others when they have questions about doctrine, practices, or history of the church?
- Listen carefully and prayfully
-Teach and testify of what we believe/know
-Invite them to act in faith
-follow through (offer to search for answers and follow through - don't leave them hanging)
After Emma received the Holy Ghost what was she asked to spend her time doing?
Writing and learning much
What was the date of Joseph Smith's martyrdom? (partial credit for the month and year)
June 27, 1844
What is a dispensation?
A period of time when the Lord reveals His truths, priesthood authority, and ordinances.
What is a word to describe God's forgiveness and the opportunity to feel peace after repenting?
Grace
What 3 principles can guide us as we seek to learn and understand eternal truth and resolve questions or issues?
- Act in faith
- Examine concepts and questions with an eternal perspective
- Seek further understanding through divinely appointed sources