Key Phrase
D&C 6:36
Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.
I saw two personages
JSH 1:15-20
We choose to trust God and turn to Him first through sincere prayer, a study of His teachings, and obedience to His commandments
Act in faith
Atonement of Jesus Christ
Christ suffered for the sins of all so that they may repent, and he rose from the dead so all may return to God.
First Vision
Spring 1820
D&C 1:30
The only true and living church.
The Aaronic Priesthood holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism.
D&C 13:1
What is the plan of salvation?
Sample: God's plan to give man agency, a world to be tested in with a mortal body, redemption through the Atonement of Jesus Christ, resurrection, a degree of glory.
Repentance
A change of mind and heart that gives us a fresh view about God, about ourselves, and about the world. It includes turning away from sin and turning to God for forgiveness.
The Church was organized
6 April 1830
D&C 8:2-3
I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost.
Whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same.
D&C 1:37-38
What is faith in Jesus Christ?
Sample: “If ye have faith ye hope for things which are not seen, which are true.” Faith is a principle of action and power. Whenever we work toward a worthy goal, we exercise faith.
Priesthood
the power and authority that God gives to man to act in all things necessary for the salvation of God’s children
The Aaronic Priesthood was restored
15 May 1829
D&C 18:10-11
The worth of souls is great in the sight of God.
How great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!
D&C 18:15-16
reframe the and view ideas based on the Lord’s standard of truth rather than accepting the world’s premises or assumptions
Eternal perspective
Agency
The ability and privilege to choose and to act for ourselves. (But we are not free to choose the consequences of our actions.)
The Book of Mormon was printed
26 March 1830
D&C 21:4-6
The prophet’s word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth.
I, [Jesus Christ], have suffered these things for all.
D&C 19:16-19
Divinely appointed sources (3)
the light of Christ, the Holy Ghost, the scriptures, parents, and Church leaders
Abrahamic Covenant
1. Numerous posterity
2. Posterity will receive (the blessings of) the Priesthood and the Gospel
3. All the families of the earth will be blessed (with salvation and eternal life)
Joseph Smith was born
23 Dec 1805