Dive into intriguing discussions on the nature of divine revelations and the challenges of canonizing scripture. Explore how humility opens the door to understanding God's truth while navigating the complexities of personal and spiritual growth. Discover strategies for teaching faith to children and the vital role of companionship in spiritual journeys. Reflect on the stewardship of scripture and the deep connections it fosters within communities. Each topic is laced with personal stories, making the journey both enlightening and relatable.
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Decluttering Parallels Scripture Preservation
Jared Halverson shares about decluttering and deciding what keepsakes to hold onto.
This struggle parallels how early saints pondered which revelations to preserve as scripture.
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Divine Accommodation in Scripture
God's revelations accommodate human language and imperfections for understanding.
Divine accommodation allows scripture's power despite grammatical flaws.
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Privilege to See God's Face
Seeing God's face is a promised privilege requiring humility and freedom from jealousy and fear.
Spiritual maturity enables divine vision beyond mere belief.
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For the Government of the Church of Christ, Organized according to Law, on the 6th of April, 1830
Joseph Smith
The Book of Commandments is a compilation of Joseph Smith Jr.'s early prophecies and revelations. It was planned to be printed in 10,000 copies but due to a mob attack on the printing press in Independence, Missouri, only about 3,000 to 5,000 copies were printed. Many of the revelations had previously been published in the church newspaper, The Evening and Morning Star. The book contains 65 chapters, which were later revised and included in the Doctrine and Covenants with significant changes and additions.
The Book of Mormon
Another Testament of Jesus Christ
Mormon and Moroni
Joseph Smith
The Book of Mormon is a scripture that tells the story of a group of Hebrews who migrated from Jerusalem to the Americas around 600 BCE. It describes their history, including their division into two main groups: the Nephites and the Lamanites. The book emphasizes the appearance of Jesus Christ to these people after his resurrection, where he teaches them and establishes his church. It also discusses various doctrinal topics such as the fall of Adam and Eve, the nature of God, baptism, and the importance of faith and repentance. The book ends with Moroni's testimony and an invitation to readers to come unto Christ and be perfected in him[1][3][5].
Doctrine and Covenants
A Collection of Divine Revelations and Inspired Declarations
Joseph Smith
The Doctrine and Covenants is a compilation of revelations, prophecies, and inspired declarations received by Joseph Smith and other leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It contains messages, warnings, and exhortations for the benefit of all mankind, inviting people to hear the voice of the Lord Jesus Christ for their temporal well-being and everlasting salvation.
Bible
Bible
The Bible is a comprehensive collection of texts that include historical accounts, prophetic messages, wisdom literature, gospel accounts, letters, and apocalyptic writings. The Old Testament, which includes the Torah (Pentateuch), Neviʾim (Prophets), and Ketuvim (Writings), narrates the history and faith of the Israelites. The New Testament focuses on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the early Christian church. It includes the Gospels, Acts of the Apostles, Epistles, and the Book of Revelation[4][5][3].
An in-depth study of D&C 67-70, revelations regarding the publication of what would eventually become the Doctrine and Covenants. What is the worth of the word? What does it mean to be stewards over the revelations of God? What do we have in the scriptures before us?
Unshaken Saints 
