Monthly Archives: January 2011

D&C 76:50-70 Becoming a Celestial Person

Posted on January 27, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

The Lord speaks of celestial beings as “just and true” (verse 53) and “just men made perfect” (verse 69). 76:53 – Just and true 76:69 “just men made perfect” In Phillipians 3:12-14, Paul discusses the idea of being made perfect … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine and Covenants | 1 Comment

He Went Into The Grove

Posted on January 27, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

by Abbeylin Farnsworth He went into the grove and changed his life forever, he went into the grove and received a revelation. He went into the grove and came out a changed man, he went into the grove and beheld … Continue reading →

Posted in Joseph Smith History | Leave a comment

D&C 76 Jesus Christ Savior of Worlds

Posted on January 27, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

Although the understanding that Jesus Christ is the Savior of infinite worlds may not be that critical to the salvation of seminary students, this topic is discussed in the scriptures and we did touch on it briefly in class.  If … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine and Covenants, Jesus Christ | Tagged | 2 Comments

D&C 76 A testimony of Jesus Christ

Posted on January 26, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

 22 And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives!  23 For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine and Covenants, Testimony | Tagged , | 1 Comment

D&C 76 A Practical Application

Posted on January 26, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

The practical application of section 76 is that we can and should receive revelation, and the way that we can obtain revelation is by studying the words of prophets.  We need to be feasting on the words that the Lord has given us.  … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine and Covenants, Receiving Revelation | Leave a comment

D&C 65 The Stone Cut Out of the Mountain

Posted on January 7, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

Section 65 was designated by the Prophet Joseph Smith as a prayer. 1 This revelation refers to the Old Testament prophecy of Daniel that the God of heaven will set up his kingdom again upon the earth in the last … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

D&C 64 Forgiveness

Posted on January 6, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

This section teaches the importance of forgiveness.  I admit that it is hard to conceptualize the greater sin residing in the hurt individual withholding forgiveness from the person who has caused offense.  It is good to have this discussion in … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine and Covenants | Leave a comment

D&C 62 Redemption

Posted on January 5, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

Throughout the Doctrine and Covenants the theme of redemption is woven.  When the elders preach the gospel of Jesus Christ, their sins are forgiven them.  When we do His will, He redeems us.  D&C 62:3 states, “ye are blessed, for … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine and Covenants | Leave a comment

D&C 61 Open your mouth

Posted on January 5, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

The image of the Destroyer riding on the waters (verse 19) can be be very confusing to youth.  In some instances the Destroyer is an angel of God, at other times is can be the Devil.  See Exodus 12:23, D&C 105:15, D&C … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine and Covenants | 1 Comment

D&C 57-58 Anxiously Engaged

Posted on January 4, 2011 by LDS Scripture Teachings

D&C 57 At this point it is good to explain how the Saints were looking forward to finally knowing where Zion was to be located.  I like to show the map and let them see where the temple was to … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctrine and Covenants, Happiness | Tagged | Leave a comment