Church History Matters 170 - D&C 128 CFM - A New Doctrine Connecting the Living and Dead - E45B November 3-9
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Oct 29, 2025 Dive into the rich history surrounding Doctrine & Covenants 128, where baptism for the dead takes center stage. Uncover the significance of careful recordkeeping and its theological implications, linking heaven and earth. Explore the intriguing concept of a 'welding link' that connects generations through priesthood. Delve into early restoration events featuring angelic visits and divine voices, and ponder the future of temple work amid trials. The discussion highlights how these teachings continue to shape temple practices today.
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Welding Link Concept Emerges
- Joseph wrote section 128 while hiding and used it to introduce connecting "welding links" between the living and the dead.
- The letter mixes theology about baptism for the dead with a historical "greatest hits" review of restoration events.
Organize Recordkeeping For Ordinances
- Appoint qualified ward recorders and a general recorder to certify baptisms for the dead.
- Enter certified records into a general church book so earthly records correspond to heavenly records.
Records As Part Of Sealing Power
- Joseph links the ordinance's power to priesthood sealing keys and the phrase "whatsoever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven."
- He treats recordkeeping itself as part of the sealing power that connects earthly acts with heavenly records.
