Church History Matters 152 - D&C 101 CFM - Why Zion Fell and The Saints Were Driven Out - E37C September 8-14
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Sep 4, 2025 Dive into the tumultuous history of the Latter-day Saints in Jackson County, Missouri, facing violent persecution in 1833. Discover Joseph Smith's messages of hope and resilience amid brutal mob attacks and the trials endured by families. Explore the dangers of complacency in spiritual responsibilities and the significance of the U.S. Constitution as a protector of rights during this time. Delve into strategies for peacefully reclaiming Zion's land and the saints' quest for justice, shedding light on the intersection of divine teachings and social issues like slavery.
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Why Zion Was Afflicted
- Doctrine and Covenants 101 answers why Zion was afflicted and how Zion might be redeemed in direct response to Joseph Smith's questions.
- The revelation reframes persecution as both judgment for transgression and a potential means of sanctification.
Parley Pratt’s Eyewitness Account
- Parley P. Pratt described the violent expulsion beginning on October 31, 1833, with houses unroofed and families driven into the wilderness.
- He recounted women and children wandering in rain with some separated from loved ones, painting an urgent humanitarian crisis.
Millennium As Comfort And Promise
- The Lord comforts the scattered Saints by describing the millennial day as the end of death, sorrow, and satanic power.
- He promises full revelation then, turning present uncertainty into future hope and endurance.