Prophets & People
Who was told to “open your mouth and it shall be filled”?
(Joseph Smith – D&C 11:21)
Where was the Church organized?
Double points if you can tell us whose home the meeting was held in.
(Fayette, New York)
David Whitmers
How can we find peace in Christ?
Double points: How can we learn of Christ and listen to Christs words?
By following His commandments and walking in the Spirit, Christ promises we will have peace in Him (D&C 19:23).
We learn of Christ by studying scripture and heeding His living prophets, whose words are His (D&C 1:38).
In what year was the Church organized?
Double points: Month and day
The Church was organized on April 6, 1830, by commandment of the Lord (D&C 20:1).
What is being created as a spirit in God’s image?
According to D&C 29, we were made like God because He made us first as spirits before our bodies.
Who was Joseph’s first scribe after Martin Harris?
(Oliver Cowdery – D&C 6)
Where did Joseph receive D&C 1?
(Hiram, Ohio)
Why is Jesus's atonement essential for our salvation?
Jesus’s Atonement is essential because it makes forgiveness, resurrection, and eternal life possible.(D&C 20:29)
Who was called as the first scribe after the 116 pages were lost?
(Oliver Cowdery – D&C 6)
What does D&C 18:10 say to help us remember how special we are to Heavenly Father?
“The worth of souls is great in the sight of God”
Who was told he had a gift to believe the testimony of others?
(Hyrum Smith – D&C 11)
Where did the Restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood happen?
Double points: who restored the aaronic priesthood?
(Harmony, Pennsylvania)
John the Baptist
What Blessings does the Lord promise those who receive the Book of Mormon in faith?
He promises that those who receive it in faith will be blessed with the Spirit, come unto Christ, and be built upon His gospel (D&C 20:8–9).
Who did the Lord call to create the first hymn book?
Double points: Why is the Lord pleased with sacred music?
Emma Smith (D&C 25:11)
Because the song of the righteous is a prayer unto Him and brings joy to the soul (D&C 25:12)
What does being made in God’s image mean for how we should live our lives?
“We can become like God by following Jesus and keeping His commandments”
Who was warned not to fear man more than God?
(Martin Harris – D&C 3:7)
Who restored the melchizedek Priesthood?
Peter, James and John
Why does the Savior want us to repent? What will happen to us if we do not repent?
Jesus invites us to repent so we can be forgiven and return to Him, but if we don’t, we must suffer for our own sins.
Who were the Three Witnesses chosen by the Lord?
(Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer, Martin Harris – D&C 17)
What special abilities did God give us because we are created in His image?
“God gave us the power to choose, think, love, and act like He does”
Who was deceived by Satan and thought he was receiving revelations for the whole church?
Hyrum Page
What event marked the official start of the Church in 1830?
(Its organization on April 6 – D&C 20)
What are the different pieces of the Armor of God?
The Armor of God includes truth, righteousness, gospel readiness, faith, salvation, and the Spirit to help us withstand evil.
What are the duties of an:
Elders
Priests
Teachers
Deacons
Elders lead and bless, priests preach and perform ordinances, teachers encourage righteousness, and deacons support and serve. (D&C 20:38-59)
What do we learn from scriptures like D&C 18 and 29 about our eternal potential as children of God?
We are God's children, and with Jesus Christ's help, we can become like Him and return to live with Him forever.