Background
Where did the organization of the church take place?
Fayette, New York (at the Mary and Peter Whitmer log home)
Who was called and ordained as the first elder of the Church?
Joseph Smith
God in Heaven is infinite and _______ ?
Eternal
If the Book of Mormon is true, then what does that imply about Joseph Smith?
That he is a prophet called of God and the restored church is true!
How far did the church leaders have to travel to get to conference. (bonus: does Sister H drive fast?)
What is about 900 miles?
On what date was the Church organized?
April 6, 1830
Who was called to be the second elder of the Church?
Oliver Cowdery
God created man, male and female after his own ______ and in his own __________ ?
image, likeness
What blessings does the Lord promise to those who receive the Book of Mormon in faith?
D&C 20:14
They will receive a crown of eternal life
Priesthood authority comes from this
What is ordination?
Another way to describe "ministering"
What is giving service?
Aside from Joseph Smith & Oliver Cowdery, name 2 other people who were founding members of the Church?
1.Hyrum Smith
2.Samuel Smith
3.David Whitmer
4. Peter Whitmer Jnr
The Holy Ghost beareth record of the ___________ and the _______ ?
Father, Son
What will happen to those who harden their hearts in unbelief and reject the Book of Mormon?
It shall turn to their own condemnation
2 things that provide priesthood power.
What are obedience and worthiness?
Name 2 things that happened before the Official Organization of the Church?
- First Vision
-Translation of the Book of Mormon
- Restoration of the Priesthood
Audio Daily Double. Name 2 reasons we thank God for a prophet (from the song).
So many answers.
Why did God give His Only Begotten Son?
So that all who repent, believe in him, are baptized, and endure in faith may be saved.
What are some ways we can receive the Book of Mormon in faith?
(Answers will vary)
Definition of Doctrine
What is "truths with eternal consequences"?
What is Section 20 of the Doctrine and Covenants also known as?
The Constitution of the Church
Name someone who was baptised into the church on this day?
2. Lucy Mack Smith
3. Martin Harris
How are the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost, one God, infinite and eternal, without end?
They work together to prepare us for eternal life
How can the Book of Mormon lead a person to "work righteousness?"
(Answers will vary)
The Saints were instructed to purchase land and prepare to build a temple in the center of the location, the City of Zion
What is Independence, Jackson County, Missouri?