God's Plan
How do the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution help accomplish God’s purposes for His children?
It gives religious freedom and moral agency.
When was the constitution signed?
Sept. 7, 1787
In Moses 4:3 what is the power God wanted to give to his children?
Priesthood
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
What is moral agency?
The ability to make choices based on a notion of right and wrong
What do you learn from President Christofferson and Elder Cook about why the Lord values religious freedom?
It is essential to God's plan of agency.
What is the REAL pursuit of happiness?
In D&C 101:80 Who established the constitution in this land?
God
How old will the United States be on July 4, 2026? 250 years old
250 years old
Who endowed unalienable rights?
God, our creator
Why do you think the Lord would “establish” a document like the Constitution?
Outlines unalienable rights which the government cannot take away including religious freedom.
What are the 2 founding documents of the United States?
The Constitution (including the Bill of Rights) and The Declaration of Independence
What is God’s purpose for the constitution?
Protect moral Agency
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted by congress?
July 4, 1776
What can we do to preserve and uphold the rights in the Constitution and Declaration of Independence?
Moderate and unify. Participate in local politics and pray for those in leadership positions. Support good people in government.
Why do you think it was important for those early Saints to know how the Lord felt about the Constitution? Why is it important to you?
Who did God intend to make the Constitution of The United States for?
All Nations
Which article of faith says “We claim the privilege of worshiping Almighty God according to the dictates of our own conscience, and allow all men the same privilege, let them worship how, where, or what they may.”
11th
How many branches of government are there? BONUS: Can you name them?
Legislative, judicial, executive
We don't follow men, we follow the ________.
The law
How is Jesus Christ continuing to gather His people and restore His gospel? What aspects of this gathering would not be possible without the freedoms we enjoy today?
Missionary work. The ability to grow as a church and a people.
Where does the government get its power?
The people (popular sovereignty)
According to Jospeh Smith, the constitution is a heavenly __________.
BONUS: Why?
Banner
Glorious standard founded in the wisdom of God.
When did God start restoring the church?
Trick Question.
What are the blessings of religious freedom?
Ability to worship how, where and what we want.