Context
Where was this revelation given?
Kirtland, OH
What is the court house position for an advocate and who spiritually does this represent?
Attorney, Christ
The signs of the second coming were preached to Christ's disciples in ancient days and then taught again to the early saints. On what Mount were they taught. 2x the points if you know which book in the Bible they are recorded.
Mount of Olives
Matthew 24
What is one preparation parable that Christ shared in this section?
Fig tree
10 virgins (*consider the arithmetic of this parable)
"The arithmetic of this parable is chilling. The ten virgins obviously represent members of Christ's Church, for all were invited to the wedding feast and all knew what was required to admitted when the bridegroom came. But only half were ready when he came."--Elder Oaks
What does it mean that Christ is the beginning and the end? (vs 7)
open ended thought question
Where is Zion
Wherever there are Saints.
What prompted the revelation?
"Many false reports, lies, and foolish stories, were published in newspapers, and circulated in every direction, to prevent people from investigating the work, or embracing the faith."
The first word in this revelation is "Hearken." What does this mean and why would Christ start this particular section with this command?
Definition: To listen attentively and obey.
Why? possible answer: because the content of this revelation helps to keep us on the right path during confusion and fear.
Which prophecies have already been fulfilled? (vs 18-24)
Temple in Jerusalem built by Herod the Great destroyed (70 AD by the Romans) and the Jews scattered
How much time is left before the Second Coming?
No one knows...not even the angels. Be very very wary of anyone who claims to have inside knowledge.
Power to obtain eternal life.
DAILY DOUBLE!!
What kind of "Zion" would the New Jerusalem be? (vs 66-67)
A place of peace and safety; the glory of the Lord would be there.
How old is the church at the time of this revelation?
11 months
At the beginning of this revelation, Christ made some declarations about some of his roles. Name 3.
Some good answers: creator (vs 1), savior (vs 2), advocate (vs 3), Alpha and Omega (vs 7)
What is a sign of the Savior's second coming that directly involves the Gentiles? (vs 25, 28, 30)
The gospel will be preached to the Gentiles in the latter-days.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcO4M5XkILI
What in the world? How can this be applicable to the Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible?
Convince me...
The fulness of [His] gospel (D&C 66:2)
Where is Zion for you and why?
Open ended question
Mrs. Hubble
Why do we need an advocate with Heavenly Father?
We are guilty of sin. According to the justice of God, no unclean thing can dwell in God's presence. We need an advocate to plead our cause before the Father to help us reconcile our sins and sanctify us, perfecting us and making us clean.
DAILY DOUBLE!!
What does the Savior teach us to do to be ready for the signs? (vs 32)
Stand in Holy Places and be not moved.
Recite the 8th article of faith and tell me what "as far as it is translated correctly" suggests about the Bible
There is further revelation needed to understand the teachings and wisdom found in the Bible as there may be errors and/or missing/incomplete information due to ignorant translators, careless transcribers, or corrupt priests.
(The JST was NOT a rewritten Bible...that wasn't the point at all. It was clarifying information that helped with understanding.)
How will Christ come? (vs 44-45)
Descending in the clouds of heaven, clothes with power and great glory; with all the holy angels...and the righteous who have died, rising up to meet him.
What characteristic do the people of Zion have? (D&C 97:21)
pure in heart
Who was the first recorded person to spread false doctrine among the saints in the beginning history of the church. 2x the points if you know the section number!!!
Hiram Paige (section 28)
What 2 things does Jesus ask Heavenly Father to consider when he approaches Him on our behalf?
His sinless life/suffering/death
Our faith in Jesus Christ
(vs 3-5)
Why did the Savior even teach about the signs of the Second Coming?
To show that he was in charge, to help us live without speculation, fear, or anxiety. (vs 35, 38)
How does the Lord promise that the Joseph Smith Translation of the New Testament will bless the saints? (vs 60-61)
Help the Saints be prepared for things to come.
**Around the fall of 1830, Joseph Smith was commanded by the Lord to translate the Bible. He did not translate the Bible from one language to another; nor did he have an original biblical manuscript to work from. Instead, Joseph would read and study passages from the King James Version of the Bible and then make corrections and additions as inspired by the Holy Ghost. Thus, the translation was more of an inspired revision than a traditional translation.
The Joseph Smith Translation is estimated to have affected at least 3,400 verses in the King James Version of the Bible. These differences include additions (to clarify meaning or context), deletions, rearranged verses, and complete restructurings of certain chapters. The Joseph Smith Translation clarified doctrinal content, especially the mission of Jesus Christ, the nature of God, the nature of man, the Abrahamic covenant, the priesthood, and the Restoration of the gospel.
The Latter-day Saint edition of the King James Version of the Bible printed after 1979 includes more than 600 changes from the Joseph Smith Translation. Short changes are noted in the footnotes, and larger selections are found in the Bible appendix.
The Joseph Smith—Matthew in the Pearl of Great Price contains more information from Matthew 24 about the Lord’s Second Coming and is the fulfillment of Doctrine and Covenants 45:60–61.
How will the Jews respond when the Lord comes to the Mount of Olives in the Second Coming? (vs 51-53)
Weeping
How do you build Zion in your home?
Open ended question