The Restoration
Why did Joseph Smith decide to pray in the Sacred Grove?
"My object in going to inquire of the Lord was to know which of all the sects was right, that I might know which to join." -Joseph Smith—History 1:15–20
Why did the pioneers move West?
To escape persecution, religious freedom, to find Zion, etc.
What is The Book of Mormon about?
It is another testament of Jesus Christ that focuses on the teachings of prophets from the American continent. There are recordings of Jesus Christ appearing to the people in the Americas, blessing them, and loving them.
Name one of Joseph Smith's brothers?
Alvin, Hyrum, Samuel, William, and/or Don Carlos.
D&C 6:36
What year was the church founded?
1830
Where was the first built LDS Temple?
Kirtland, Ohio
Who appeared to Joseph Smith about the gold plates? How many times?
Angel Moroni, 3 times.
What section in the Doctrine & Covenants is directed to Emma Smith?
Doctrine & Covenants 25
"The worth of souls is great..."
D&C 18:10-11
What year did the First Vision take place?
1820
Number of pages lost by Martin Harris?
116 pages.
The Book of Mormon was translated by the gift and power of God from this language.
Egyptian.
Who were TWO of The Book of Mormon scribes?
Emma Smith, Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer, and Martin Harris.
“...[Jesus Christ] ha(s) suffered these things for all.”
D&C 19:16-19
Who restored the Melchizedek Priesthood to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery?
Peter, James, and John
What is the "extermination order"?
In 1838, Missouri Governor Lilburn W. Boggs issued the order declaring that "Mormons" must be "exterminated or driven from the state."
Where did Joseph Smith find the golden plates?
Hill Cumorah
Though he left the Church for a time, this Three Witnesses member never denied his testimony of the Book of Mormon and rejoined before his death.
Martin Harris
He's bound when you do...
D&C 82:10
In 1829, John the Baptist appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery to restore this priesthood.
The Aaronic Priesthood.
In Section 73, the Lord tells Joseph Smith to resume this work after preaching for a season.
The translation of the Bible.
Who were the THREE witnesses of The Book of Mormon?
Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer, and Martin Harris
Who were the first missionaries called to preach in the "Susquehanna River country" of upstate New York and Pennsylvania? (Section 30/32)
Oliver Cowdery, Peter Whitmer Jr., Samuel Smith, and Ziba Peterson.
“He who repents the same is forgiven..."
D&C 58:42-43