Liberty Jail – Trials and Trust
Joseph Smith cried, “O God, where art thou?” from what location?
Liberty Jail — D&C 121:1–2
What verse teaches that “the rights of the priesthood are inseparably connected with the powers of heaven”?
D&C 121:36
Which two people exchanged letters showing faith and love during Joseph’s imprisonment?
Joseph and Emma
In what year was D&C 124 received?
1841
D&C 124:2–3 commands a “solemn proclamation” to go where?
To all nations and people of the earth.
The Lord told Joseph that his adversity would be “but a ______ moment.”
Small moment — D&C 121:7–8
According to D&C 121, priesthood power can be controlled only upon the principles of what?
Righteousness — D&C 121:36
What emotional truth do the Liberty Jail letters teach about prophets?
They experience real sorrow, yet maintain faith.
What two sacred buildings are commanded in D&C 124?
The Temple and the Nauvoo House — D&C 124:23–60
According to D&C 123:11–14, what is the Saints’ “imperative duty”?
To warn their neighbors.
Name one reason the Lord allows trials according to D&C 122.
To give experience, for our good — D&C 122:7
Name two Christlike traits that maintain true influence (D&C 121:41–42).
Persuasion, long-suffering, gentleness, meekness, love unfeigned
What gospel truth can we learn when God seems silent?
He is near; our faith can grow through waiting.
According to D&C 124:28, why did the Lord command the Saints to build a temple?
So He could restore ordinances and reveal what was lost.
How does D&C 124:19–22 show that God values sincere effort?
He accepts faithful offerings even when not perfect.
What phrase does the Savior use to remind Joseph that He understands suffering?
“The Son of Man hath descended below them all.” — D&C 122:8
What happens when one exercises unrighteous dominion?
The Spirit of the Lord is grieved and authority is withdrawn — D&C 121:37
What does Liberty Jail symbolize for our lives today?
Periods of trial or isolation where we can still find revelation.
What does the phrase “house unto my name” symbolize spiritually?
A place of covenant, purity, and God’s presence—applied also to our hearts and homes.
What quality in leaders does the Lord commend in D&C 124:15?
Integrity of heart.
In D&C 123:17, what attitude does the Lord command His Saints to have in doing all that lies in their power?
Cheerfully — “Let us cheerfully do all things…” — D&C 123:17
Fill in the blank: “When we undertake to cover our sins, or to gratify our pride, our vain ambition, or to exercise control … in any degree of unrighteousness, behold, the heavens ______.”
Withdraw themselves — D&C 121:37
According to Joseph’s letters, how did the Saints show faith while being persecuted?
They trusted God, served others, and continued testifying of truth.
In D&C 124:15, who is praised for “integrity of heart”?
Hyrum Smith
What does D&C 124:115–118 instruct about missionary work?
The work of gathering Israel continues through those who are willing to serve.