Unshaken Saints

Doctrine and Covenants 129-131: ”The New & Everlasting Covenant” (part 1 of 2)

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Nov 8, 2021
Dive into a verse-by-verse exploration of Doctrine and Covenants 129-131, where discerning heavenly messengers takes center stage with a 'handshake' test. Discover the complexities of plural marriage and how exceptions to divine rules unfold through spiritual insight. Unpack the profound role of the Urim and Thummim, the nature of the Godhead, and the blessing of celestial sociality. Finally, learn about the highest degree of the Celestial Kingdom and why eternal marriage is pivotal for exaltation.
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INSIGHT

Three Keys To Discern True Messengers

  • Joseph explains three tests to discern true heavenly messengers: offer your hand, notice physical feeling, and compare the message to truth.
  • Use mind (scripture), heart (Spirit), and caution against deception to judge any administration.
ANECDOTE

Endowment Packaging And Freemasonry

  • Jared recounts Joseph Smith teaching 'keys' and compares endowment rituals to Freemasonry's packaging, not content.
  • Early saints recognized similar delivery mechanisms but valued the distinct sacred content of the endowment.
INSIGHT

Glorified Sociality With Christ

  • The Savior is 'a man like us' and we will be like him, implying vertical and horizontal sociality in glory.
  • Celestial sociality will be the same relationships we foster now, only perfected and glorified.
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