Scripture Mastery
The scripture which inspired Joseph to pray to ask which church is true
James 1:5
Joseph was born December 23rd 1805 in this state.
Sharon, Vermont
What gospel truths did we learn from Joseph Smith's First Vision?
1. Heavenly Father knows us by name
2. God answers our prayers
3. God the Father, and His Son, Jesus Christ are separate and distinct beings.
4. If we earnestly seek God's help when Satan tries to discourage us, God can deliver us
Finish the sentence, Book of Commandments is.....
Original name of the Doctrine & Covenants
If someone accepted Jesus and was previously baptized in another church, why would they need to be baptized again?
Baptism must be performed by the authority of the priesthood and under the direction of those who hold priesthood keys
Jesus Christ offers forgiveness and eternal life to all those who exercise faith in Him and repent through the ________?
Atonement
What were the names of Joseph Smith's parents?
Joseph Smith Sr. and Lucy Mack
What did the Lord teach Joseph Smith when the 116 manuscript pages were lost?
"You should not have feared man more than God" (D&C 3:7)
The basic doctrinal principle of Ordinances and Covenants are emphasized in what scripture?
D&C 25:13
In yesterdays movie, Wilford Woodruff, was influenced by Robert Mason from the time he was very young to look for 4 signs of the Lord's true church. Name 2 of the 4 signs that had been lost and were not found in the churches at that time
1) authority- priesthood
2) ordinances - baptism, endowments, sealings, ect...
3) organization - (prophets, apostles)
4) correct doctrine
Joseph's object in going into the grove to pray was this...
To find out which church was true!
The angel who appeared to Joseph, then tutored him for 4 years until he gave Joseph the golden plates.
Moroni
While printing the first copy of the Book of Commandments, the printing press was destroyed by anti-mormons, but many of the signatures were saved by whom during this raid?
2 young girls.
Which ancient prophet does the Lord bring up in section 38 to encourage the saints in their move to the Ohio?
Enoch
What do we witness when we partake of the sacrament?
We are willing to keep the Lord's commandments
"..whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same. "
( Identify the section and verses)
D&C 1:37-38?
Who was Parley P. Pratt?
Sold Ohio farm feeling impressed to go to NY. Original member of Quorum of the Twelve. Called as Lamanite Missionary (D&C 32)
How many sections were in the 1st Book of Commandments?
64
Which section does the student manual refer to as, "If Ye Are Prepared Ye Shall Not Fear?"
( Identify the section)
Section 38
Which prophet returned to earth, September 21st, 1823 to the Kirtland Temple -- the same day the Jewish had the 3rd cup from the Seder meal, and opened the door for him to return to them.
Elijah
What is the title given to section 44 in the student manual?
The Fourth General Church Conference.
Name the Three Whitnesses
Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer, Martin Harris
Name the Eight Whitnesses
Christian Whitmer, Jacob Whitmer, Peter Whitmer Jr., John Whitmer, Hiram Page, Joseph Smith Sr., Hyrum Smith, Samuel H. Smith
In our reading, Oliver Cowdery was appointed to carry the revelations and commandments along with money to Missouri. Who was assigned to go with him?
John Whitmer
What date was the Aaronic Priesthood Restored?
May 15, 1829