Category Archives: Angels

Barbara knew when she would leave mortality

Posted on August 6, 2017 by LDS Scripture Teachings

The following story comes to us from Ezra Taft Benson, in his book entitled, “Come Unto Christ”. My wife shared this story with me today and I thought it was inspiring on so many levels! Whether you are talking about … Continue reading →

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D&C 110 – Moses and the keys of gathering of Israel

Posted on March 2, 2017 by LDS Scripture Teachings

Keys for the Gathering of Israel Restored The gathering of Israel commenced in the following manner. In May of 1829, Peter, James and John restored the Melchizedek Priesthood to Joseph Smith including the keys of the kingdom. Joseph Smith restored … Continue reading →

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Henry Ballard’s Miracle – May 17, 1884

Posted on December 7, 2016 by LDS Scripture Teachings

The following account comes from the book “Henry Ballard, the story of a courageous pioneer 1832-1908” p. 133-137 by Douglas Crookston. This book was published in 2010 by Deseret Book. Henry’s Miracle In a way, Henry’s life was one of … Continue reading →

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I knew that the angels of God were there!

Posted on November 18, 2016 by LDS Scripture Teachings

Legion are the stories of those who were there and who suffered almost unto death and who carried all of their lives the scars of that dreadful experience. It was a tragedy without parallel in the western migration of our … Continue reading →

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Moroni’s Statement to David Whitmer about enduring to the end

Posted on November 13, 2016 by LDS Scripture Teachings

Moroni’s Statement to David Whitmer about enduring to the end Brigham H. Roberts (First Council of the Seventy) In my interview with David Whitmer, in 1884, as he went over this ground, led by my questions, when we came to this … Continue reading →

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Alma 34:34 That Same Spirit

Posted on October 26, 2016 by LDS Scripture Teachings

That Same Spirit Ye cannot say, when ye are brought to that awful crisis,that I will repent, that I will return to my God. Nay, ye cannot say this; for that same spirit which doth possess your bodies at the time that … Continue reading →

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Things angels will not do

Posted on November 8, 2015 by LDS Scripture Teachings

Angels do not present themselves to men unless there is need. It is not their task to gratify our curiosity. We have no scriptural accounts of angels undertaking any service for man that man could have done without the assistance … Continue reading →

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Angels serve as guides

Posted on November 8, 2015 by LDS Scripture Teachings

In 1 Nephi 11-14 the prophet Nephi has a vision of the Tree of Life and its interpretation. An unnamed angel takes him through the vision, acting as a teacher explaining various parts of the vision to him. “And it … Continue reading →

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Angels are often nearby

Posted on November 8, 2015 by LDS Scripture Teachings

The spirits of the just are exalted to a greater and more glorious work; hence they are blessed in their departure to the world of spirits. Enveloped in flaming fire, they are not far from us, and know and understand … Continue reading →

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Angels may appear as mortals

Posted on November 8, 2015 by LDS Scripture Teachings

Angels who are resurrected or translated have the ability to hide their glory from mortals and appear as if they were mortals themselves. The apostle Paul said, “Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares” … Continue reading →

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