Joseph Smith's Mission
Who appeared to Joseph Smith to deliver the gold plates?
Moroni
Who persuaded Joseph Smith to let him take the 116 pages?
Martin Harris
How many people did the Lord promise could be witnesses of the plates?
Three
What power did Joseph Smith use to translate the Book of Mormon?
The power of God
What did the Lord warn Joseph Smith about in D&C 3?
Not to fear man more than God
What was Joseph Smith commanded to do with the gold plates?
Translate them by the power of God
What happened to the 116 pages?
They were lost and never recovered
Who were the Three Witnesses?
Oliver Cowdery, Martin Harris, and David Whitmer
Why did the Lord allow Joseph to lose the 116 pages?
To teach obedience and reliance on God
What did the Lord say would happen if Joseph continued to trust in Him?
He would be supported and succeed in his mission
What language were the gold plates written in?
Reformed Egyptian
What did the Lord say Joseph Smith feared more than God?
Man (D&C 3:7)
What was required for the Three Witnesses to see the plates?
Faith and prayer (D&C 5:11-13)
What did the Lord promise if Joseph repented?
He could continue translating
What does D&C 5:15 say about those who seek signs?
They won’t receive them unless they have faith
What was one of Joseph Smith’s greatest challenges in fulfilling his mission?
Persecution and lack of support
What consequence did Joseph face for losing the pages?
He temporarily lost the ability to translate
What additional witness besides the Three Witnesses was promised?
Many would believe because of the Book of Mormon itself
How does the Lord describe His wisdom compared to man’s?
His wisdom is greater and never fails (D&C 3:19)
What promise did the Lord make about the Book of Mormon’s influence?
It would help bring people to Christ
Which section in Doctrine and Covenants emphasizes Joseph’s calling to translate the Book of Mormon?
Section 3
How did the Lord prepare for the loss of the 116 pages?
The small plates of Nephi contained a similar record (D&C 10)
What did the Three Witnesses testify they saw?
The plates, an angel, and other sacred objects
What does D&C 5 say about how people should seek truth?
Through faith, prayer, and the Holy Ghost
What warning did the Lord give about those who reject His word?
They will be held accountable in the last days