The rules were if you got hit in the arm, you lost an arm, hit in the leg, you hopped around on. I bear witness to my family, my loved ones, my posterity, and the world that the book of mormon is true and is indeed the word of god and that joseph smith was the person god chose to restore the true gospel to the earth, in this last of dispensations, in preparation for the second coming of the savior. If you love the book of mormon, consider donating to book of mormon central and becoming part of this exciting movement. The book of mormon as a type for the second coming of jesus christ lds scripture teachings president benson said, in the book of mormon we find a pattern for preparing for the second coming. The book of mormon the bible family is forever purpose of life coming closer to god jesus christs church forgiveness life after death baptism temples healthy living belong worship services people and programs missionaries. The rules were if you got hit in the arm, you lost an arm, hit in the leg, you hopped around on one leg, no hitting heads or you were out. As youth read the book of mormon they can have a banana split or sundae party to share their testimony with each scoop of ice cream being served. Read more activity to write and share your testimony. Meldrum shares his experience in the missionary training center mtc wherein he received a testimony of the truthfulness of the book of mormon.
Understanding christian baptism through the book of mormon. Sheena 1 comment our stake primary presidency asked all of the primaries in our stake to have a book of mormontestimony activity as our first quarterly activity. A common muslim testimony i bear you my testimony that i know the book of mormon is true, i know that joseph smith is a true prophet of god and i know that the church is the only true church i bear witness that there is no god but allah, and i bear witness that mohammed is the servant and messenger of allah. Mormons claim that a personal feeling, a burning in the bosom, which is interpreted to be a manifestation of the holy ghost, is the only evidence needed to prove that the religion is true. It does not, in this declaration, deal with the offices of the priesthood, the ordinances of the temple, or many other true doctrines.
To try any other way is bound to end in frustration. Later when actually incarcerated in the jail, joseph the prophet bore a powerful testimony of the divine authenticity of the book of mormon. I want to share my testimony of the book of mormon with you. What seems to have gone largely unnoticed in lds discourse is that discussions of baptism in the book of mormon offer instead a third understanding of baptism. Book of mormon time travelers quarterly activity little. Blessings of the book of mormon church of jesus christ.
I then asked if she would like a copy of the book of mormon to read and she accepted. Jul 26, 2017 latterday saints mormons often speak about the importance of having a personal testimony of the gospel of jesus christ. Testimony of three witnesses be it known unto all nations, kindreds, tongues, and people, unto whom this work shall come. This article is brought to you for free and open access by the all journals at byu scholarsarchive. Former mission president and ysa bishop lynn mcmurray explains how the book of mormon has been the knot at the end of his faith rope when his testimony has waivered. Use mormon messages for baptism waiting mormon life hacker. All these are important, but as used in the book of mormon, the doctrine of christ is simple and direct.
The baptism of fire spoken about in the restored gospel of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints often inadvertently called the mormon church is the second baptism or cleansing by the holy ghost after the baptism by immersion in water the guide to the scriptures gives us more guidance under the fire entry. Baptism by fire mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs. He taught how the scriptures contain the words of christ and invite others to believe in him. The last section contains a scripture journal with insightful questions about selected passages of the book of mormon, helping you to continue to grow your testimony of the gospel and that sacred book long after your baptism day. What is the purpose of baptism in the book of mormon. By the words of three, god hath said, i will establish my word. Take some time to read about the book of mormon, and pick 10 scriptures that help you gain a stronger testimony of the truthfulness and importance of it. The book of mormon shall stand as a testimony against the world, ether 5. Gospel insights from general authorities and religious educators, provo, ut and salt lake city. Enduring to the end requires our whole heart or, as the book of mormon prophet amaleki teaches, we must come unto him, and offer our whole souls as an offering unto him, and continue in fasting and praying, and endure to the end. Latterday saints mormons often speak about the importance of having a personal testimony of the gospel of jesus christ. Mar 31, 2010 a modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies of the book of mormon. Joseph smith said that the book of mormon is the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book introduction to the.
Both the bible and the book of mormon declare themselves to be ancient, historical, and reliable rules of faith. Another testament of jesus christ videos what is your favorite book of mormon scripture that brings you. Far from undermining the bible, the book of mormon supports its testimony of jesus christ. See more ideas about book of mormon, scripture study and lds scriptures. We tend to encourage people to not just read and think, but also to pray as a way to learn, through personal revelation, if the book of mormon or other aspects of the church are true. Nephis message to the gentiles religious studies center. Nephi concludes his words with a very powerful testimony of the book of mormon and christ. Religious studies center, brigham young university and deseret book, 2003, 12843. Nov 26, 2011 a modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies of the book of mormon. Book of mormon answers alma prayer gracious lord, i pray that i may not only be known to those who are my own, but may i consider all mankind. It discusses topics such as the origin of the american indians, christ in ancient america, christ. Turn pages of this beautiful, faux leatherbound journal and you will be inspired to contemplate and reflect on the sacred day of your baptism.
The book of mormon fills my life with joy and hope. I bear you my testimony that i know the book of mormon is. What is your favorite book of mormon scripture that brings you peace. David whitmers final testimony of the book of mormon. Testimony of the book of mormon latterday saints channel. We are a nonprofit organization supported by people like you. Baptism, to be effective, must include a total penitence and turning away from sin. Watch the two newest book of mormon videos lds living. We tend to encourage people to not just read and think, but also to pray as a way to learn, through personal revelation, if the book of mormon or other aspects of the.
Testimony of the book of mormon bookmark little lds ideas. I created some blank bookmarks for you to print out and use as well. Im drowning in pms after an announcing my baptism saturday on rchristianity. As you well know the testimony of a mormon is eerily similar to each other. Testimony of the book of mormon mormon messages youtube. Listen to how he gained that sure witness prior to leaving on his mission to milan, italy. English us espanol portugues brasil francais france deutsch. Shortly thereafter, pistol and ball would take the lives of these two testators.
They too will eventually reject the gospel and the savior, and will go. Baptism baptism is requisite to the cleaning of sin before a person may enter the kingdom of god. Understanding christian baptism through the book of mormon noel b. Let me make something very clear before i proceed any further. The testimony of joseph smith about the book of mormon. However virtually all religions claim to have spiritual experiences. Mormon answers to questions about the lds testimony and the need for personal revelation. Book of mormonwhy is baptism for the dead not taught. Book of mormon fhe lesson the doctrine of christ lds daily. Chapter 25nephi speaks primarily of the jews who will eventually reject the gospel and the savior, and will slip into the darkness of apostasy. The book of mormon must always be at the center of our attempt to convince the gentiles, lamanites, or jews of the divinity of jesus christ and the truths of his gospel. This script is taken from portions of joseph smiths own testimony, found at the beginning of the book of mormon.
Designed for multiple use as study guides, handouts, and masters for creating projectable images, the charts convey a wealth of information that will enrich personal study and teaching. The prophet joseph smith who translated the book of mormon said. My bofm testimony, book of mormon book of mormon evidence. Yet she bore testimony that the book of mormon is not only in harmony with the bible, but enlightened her mind with a more complete understanding of the bible she had always loved. Ive felt prompted for a few weeks now that i want to write a post about my testimony of the book of mormon. A modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith the churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies of the book of mormon. Jul 06, 2019 july 6, 2019 messages of the book of mormon after using the gold plates to record jacob s, isaiah s, and his own testimony of christs gospel, nephi states the following. The book of mormon says, and we talk of christ, we rejoice in christ, we preach of christ, we prophesy of christ, and we write according to our prophecies, that our children may know to what source they may look for a remission of their sins 2 nephi 25. Book of mormon time travelers quarterly activity february 25, 2010 by. The third woman testified to the book of mormon without even knowing it. A modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies of the book of mormon. In the weeks prior to the big event i was putting together the program. Verses 23 through 30 contain a message to nephis own seed relative to their acceptance of the savior. Her life was changed through finding a renewed relationship with her lord jesus christ.
Your testimony and the book of mormon three stories from youth about how the book of mormon has changed their lives. The holy spirit will not dwell in unholy temples bodies. Favorite lds quotes likes we are not perfect 382 protection in the church 380 follow that straight path 377 we are capable of so much more 307 what matters most 253 lds sponsors have a favorite quote. Reynolds demonstrates that for nephi and subsequent book of mormon figures, baptism principally serves as an outward sign or open witness of ones repentance and commitment to follow jesus christ. Before i give her a copy, i wanted to write my testimony and a selection of scriptures. Todd white jesus can restore anything gym restoration testimony 11. A major portion of the book centers on the few decades just prior to christs coming how to start living a christian life currentlychristian. Messages and evidences is the collection of a series of radio talks given during the summer and fall of 1946 on sunday evening on temple square. Watch these teachings come to life in the newest video of the book of mormon series based on scripture from 2 nephi 33. Lest anyone conclude that i merely lack the powerful spiritual experiences and personal confirmation they received, allow me to share how i obtained my testimony. July 6, 2019 messages of the book of mormon after using the gold plates to record jacob s, isaiah s, and his own testimony of christs gospel, nephi states the following. Interspersed with places to record your testimony, the details of your baptism day, and messages from family and friends, you will find uplifting quotations, relevant scriptures, and reverent photography.
Nephi begins his message to the gentiles with the following. That we, through the grace of god the father, and our lord jesus christ, have seen the plates which contain this record, which is a record of the people of nephi, and also of the lamanites, their brethren, and also of the people of jared, who came from the tower of which. It discusses topics such as the origin of the american indians, christ in ancient america, christ in the book of mormon and the principle of restoration. Near the end of his life, nephi shared in great simplicity the gospel path and invited all to rely on jesus christ. Charting the book of mormon is a collection of more than 175 visual aids that promote deeper understanding and appreciation of the book of mormon. This is unsurprising, since the book of mormons goal is to teach the fulness of the gospelthe doctrine of christ.
Book of mormon for an investigator question i found out today that a coworker of mine investigated the church when she was 11 she had a baptismal interview set but her father decided at the last minute he didnt want her to be baptized. It must needs be that the gentiles be convinced also that jesus is the christ, the eternal god. At a baptism, a great way to fill the time waiting for those who were baptized to change back into their sunday clothes, is to play mormonmessagesofficial churchproduced videos with various gospel messages and themes. Book of mormon ideas used at at camp the second day there, we had the tribes write their testimonies on their flags and we went out and played capture the flag using nerf swords. The book of mormon is another witness of jesus christ and confirms the truths found in the holy bible. The author of these truth claims essays provided to mormon stories, michael brown, shared his testimony as follows. Testimony of the book of mormon i created some blank bookmarks for you to print out and use as well.
A man from jamaica who now lives in london tells his story about reading from the book of mormon. I hold in my hand that book, the very copy from which hyrum read, the same corner of the page turned down still visible. And that he manifesteth himself unto all those who believe in him, by the power of the holy ghost. I told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any.
David whitmers final testimony of the book of mormon david whitmer was excommunicated from the church of jesus christ of latterday saints in 1838 for turning against church members and joining in persecuting them. The same words and phrases are used to define their individual commitment and adoration towards the church, jesus, the book of mormon and lest we forget. In the land of nephi, about 559545 bc, nephi recorded his final testimony of jesus christ. A book of mormon story video a young bishop in england describes how the book of mormon came to life for him and changed his perspective forever. There are many religious topics and doctrines which the book of mormon does not discuss in detail e. May those who need me find me through my gentleness, and may they be assured by quiet confidence and faith.
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