The Blessings of the Word of Wisdom
D&C 89:18-21
How old was Joseph Smith when he had the first vision?
14 years old
Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.
Jesus Christ
(D&C 6:36)
What doctrinal mastery scripture would you use if someone said to you that they didn't think they could be forgiven because they had made too many mistakes?
D&C 58:42-43
He who has repented of his sins, the same is forgiven.
I the Lord am bound when ye do what I say, but when ye do not what I say ye have no promise.
D&C 82:10
What year was the church officially organised?
1830 (6th April)
For I had seen a vision; I knew it, and I knew that God knew it, and I could not deny it, neither dared I do it; at least I knew that by so doing I would offend God, and come under condemnation.
Joseph Smith jnr
What doctrinal mastery scripture could you share with someone who thought that it is pointless to study the scriptures?
D&C 88:118
Seek Learning, even by study and also by faith.
By [Jesus Christ] the worlds are and were created.
D&C 76:22-24
And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives! For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father— That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God.
Where was the first temple of the restoration built?
Kirtland, Ohio
When you are confronted with a dilemma, think celestial! When tested by temptation, think celestial! When life or loved ones let you down, think celestial!
President Russell M. Nelson
What doctrinal mastery scripture could you share with someone that asked what the difference is between the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthood?
D&C 107:8
The Melchizedek Priesthood holds the right of presidency, and has power and authority over all the offices in the church in all ages of the world, to administer in spiritual things.
Of you it is required to forgive all men.
D&C 64:9-11
Name the 3 witnesses to the golden plates.
Oliver Cowdery
David Whitmer
Martin Harris
When flying through turbulence, pilots don't increase speed but focus on fundamentals and a steady course to minimize negative effects. Similarly, in life, focusing on the fundamentals of the gospel and trusting in God's guidance allows us to navigate difficulties and reach our spiritual destination.
Elder Dieter F. Uctdorf
What doctrinal mastery scripture could you share with someone that says they don't know if they can put their trust in the Lord?
D&C 82:10
I, the Lord, am bound when ye do what I say; but when ye do not what I say, ye have no promise.
In the ordinances thereof the power of God is manifest.
D&C 84:20-22
What was the purpose of Zion's Camp?
To restore the saints in Missouri to their homes and land.
When we got that letter, Orson Pratt and I were there and read the letter. I felt then as I never felt in my life. … My head felt so distressed I thought it would crack. … Is the Priesthood off the earth? Joseph and Hyrum are gone. Then it came like a clap of hands. It came to me like Revelation—the keys of the kingdom are here with the church.
President Brigham Young
What doctrinal mastery scripture could you share with somebody that said they didn't see a need for baptism?
D&C 84:20-22
Therefore, in the ordinances thereof, the power of godliness is manifest. And without the ordinances thereof, and the authority of the priesthood, the power of godliness is not manifest unto men in the flesh; For without this no man can see the face of God, even the Father, and live.