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Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon Part 1 • Dr. Casey Griffiths & Dr. Scott Woodward • Jan 1 - Jan 7

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Dec 27, 2023
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Scott Woodward
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Casey Griffiths
Dr. Casey Griffiths and Dr. Scott Woodward discuss the Introduction of the Book of Mormon, the witnesses to the golden plates, and the promises made through studying this miraculous book. They emphasize the three-fold purpose of the Book of Mormon and the focus on Jesus Christ. The speakers share fascinating testimonies of the eleven men and one woman who witnessed the plates, including Martin Harris and David Whitmer. The significance of the title page and Moroni's insecurities about his writing are also explored.
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INSIGHT

Early Church Focus

  • The Book of Mormon served as evidence of God's presence and the Restoration's truthfulness for early Church members.
  • It was proof of Joseph Smith's prophetic calling and the restoration of God's voice.
ANECDOTE

Modesty of the First Vision

  • Sharing the First Vision may have seemed immodest to Joseph initially, being a personal experience.
  • The Book of Mormon offered tangible evidence of the Restoration and miracles.
INSIGHT

God's Pattern and Evidence

  • God has historically communicated through prophets, but people often reject them.
  • The Book of Mormon is presented as evidence of God reaching out again through Joseph Smith.
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