Nature of God
What truth(s) can we learn from Joseph Smith’s First Vision?
Heavenly Father knows us by name.
God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, are separate and distinct beings.
Before the Doctrine and Covenants we had a volume of scripture called
A Book of Commandments for the Government of the Church of Christ.
Where was the first temple built?
Kirkland, Ohio
Doctrine and Covenants 49:15–17
“Marriage is ordained of God.”
a friend says, "Marriage is just a cultural expectation, its only a piece of paper or a governmental document. I don't think getting married is necessary".
Doctrine and Covenants 49:15–17
Doctrine and Covenants 18:10–11
The worth of souls is great in the sight of God
The year the church was officially organized.
April 6, 1830
What sacred ordinances are performed in the temple?
Baptism, washing and anointing, endowment, sealing
Doctrine and Covenants 82:10
“I, the Lord, am bound when ye do what I say.”
"It is just too hard to forgive some things. I'm sure God will understand that in this circumstance it is just impossible to forgive them"
Doctrine and Covenants 64:9–11
Doctrine and Covenants 130:22–23
The Father has a body of flesh and bones as tangible as man’s; the Son also; but the Holy Ghost has not a body of flesh and bones, but is a personage of Spirit.
Name the first two prophets of the church
Joseph Smith and Bringham Young
Doctrine and Covenants 131:1–4
The new and everlasting covenant of marriage.
Doctrine and Covenants 58:42–43
“He who has repented of his sins, the same is forgiven.”
A friend asks, "Why is it so important that we eat some things and don't eat other things. As long as things come from nature, aren't they good for us?"
Doctrine and Covenants 89:18–21
Find a scripture in the D&C that communicates to you that God is aware of your trials and is helping you.
121:7-8
The only woman to have a revelation received for her.
Emma Smith
Faith, repentance, baptism, holy ghost, endure to the end
What is the law of the gospel of Jesus Christ?
Doctrine and Covenants 88:118
“Seek learning, even by study and also by faith.”
You are trying to explain to a friend why we revere, listen to, and obey the counsel of the prophet and apostles. What DM verse could you use to help?
Doctrine and Covenants 21:4–6
List 3 characteristics of Jesus from:
Doctrine and Covenants 76:22–24
Savior, wisdom, he is the same, merciful and gracious, His purposes fail not, I reveal all mysteries, he lives, Only Begotten of the Father, the worlds are and were created by him,
Who was the first person to receive a revelation that was included in the doctrine and covenants?
Oliver Cowdery
What are the 5 covenants we make in the temple endowment?
obey the law of obedience
the law of the gospel of Jesus Christ
the law of sacrifice
the law of chastity
the law of consecration
Doctrine and Covenants 107:8
“The Melchizedek Priesthood … has power and authority … to administer in spiritual things.”
A friend is struggling and feel like they can't be forgiven, that Heavenly Father isn't listening, and they are very sad. What verses might you share that would lift them up and let them know that all is not lost.
any verses with explanation is acceptable