Nauvoo Temple
Why the Lord commanded the Saints to build a Temple in Navuvoo? (V. 40-41)
To reveal his ordinances
What is integrity?
Righteousness, honesty, and sincerity.
Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, often defined as the state of being whole or undivided. It involves acting consistently with one's values, even when it's difficult, and includes the physical state of being unimpaired or in perfect condition.
Who gives us our callings in the Church?
The Lord gives them through His chosen leaders
What does the Lord call His people to do in Nauvoo besides build the temple? V. 22-23
Build a boarding house (Nauvoo House) for strangers and visitors
Who was called as the new Church President?
Dallin H. Oaks
According to verse 28, what did the Lord say was “lost” and needed to be restored in His house?
The fullness of the priesthood
What quality did Hyrum Smith show that made him a good example of integrity? (V. 15)
He was faithful, trustworthy, and willing to do whatever the Lord required
What calling did the Lord give Hyrum Smith in this revelation? V. 91-96
To be Patriarch and Assistant President of the Church
What principle is taught when the Lord says He will not hold His servants accountable for what is beyond their control (v. 49)?
God is just — He only holds us responsible for what we can do, not what’s impossible
Who is our Stake President?
Craig Cardon
Why did the Lord command the Saints to build a temple in Nauvoo instead of rebuilding the one in Missouri?
Because the Saints had been driven from Missouri, and Nauvoo was their new gathering place where God would restore ordinances
How does integrity prepare someone to enter the temple?
It helps us keep our covenants, remain worthy, and feel the Spirit in sacred places
What was John C. Bennett called to do in verse 16–17?
Send God's word to all the people of the earth and stand by Joseph Smith
How does verse 49 show God’s fairness and mercy?
If His servants do their best but are prevented by enemies, God still accepts their offering
How many sessions of General Conference do we have each six months?
What warning does the Lord give if the Saints fail to build the temple? V.32
They would be rejected as a church with their dead
In what ways can someone lose integrity, even in small choices?
By being dishonest, breaking promises, or pretending to be righteous when they’re not
How does D&C 124:143–144 describe the purpose of callings in the Church?
For the work of the ministry and the perfecting of the Saints
In verse 45, what does the Lord promise us if we follow the counsel of those He has chosen?
We shall not be moved out of our place
What was the main message of the presiding authority in the recent October General Conference?
The Family
What does the temple symbolize for the Saints, both then and now?
God’s presence among His people and a place where heaven and earth meet through covenants. The love of God
Why is integrity more than just “being honest”?
It means being whole — the same person in private and in public, loyal to God always
What is a patriarchal blessing?
Blessings given to worthy Church members by ordained patriarchs. A patriarchal blessing contains the Lord’s counsel for the person receiving the blessing and declares that person’s lineage in the house of Israel.
How can we “build God’s house” in our personal lives today?
By making our homes and hearts places where God’s Spirit can dwell
Name your favorite talk from the latest General Conference
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