Study and Faith Core Truths to Remember When you Encounter Criticisms about the Church with Dr. Duane Boyce (Part 3)
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Mar 5, 2025 Dr. Duane Boyce, a seasoned leader with extensive experience in spiritual guidance and education, shares invaluable truths for addressing criticisms of the Church. He discusses the evolving nature of spiritual leadership and the importance of divine wisdom in the face of human imperfections. Listeners are encouraged to trust in God's guidance, even when it lacks clear explanations. Boyce emphasizes the role of official church teachings and the need for faith and personal revelation as tools to navigate skepticism and deepen understanding.
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Line Upon Line Revelation
- The Lord reveals truth incrementally, "line upon line", not all at once.
- Examples include the Book of Mormon's gradual unveiling and the later revelation about eternal families.
Kirtland Temple Revelation
- On March 30, 1836, Joseph Smith declared the Church fully organized.
- Three days later, he received the revelation about eternal families in the Kirtland Temple, adding another layer to the Lord's work.
God's Guidance
- God provides guidance based on need and His priorities, sometimes leaving decisions to human judgment.
- He offers more revelation on high-priority matters where mortals need more help.