This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to Moses and Abraham. We discuss life before mortality, the origins of the devil, and the role of destiny in God's plan. Study with me!
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Sunday, December 26, 2021
Sunday, December 19, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 156 - Joy to the World (except for Herod)
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to the story of Christmas! This is always worth remembering this time of year; study with me!
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Sunday, December 12, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 155 - Eternal Families, Eternal Gender, Eternal Truths
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to the Family: A Proclamation to the World. We discuss how it applies to all of us, and the eternal nature of gender and families. Study with me!
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Sunday, December 5, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 154 - Articles of Faith
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to the Articles of Faith. We talk about how they point to Jesus Christ in our religion. Study with me!
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Sunday, November 28, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 153 - Missed Opportunity
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 137-138. We discuss those that just miss it, between the cross and the resurrection, and universal opportunity. Study with me!
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Sunday, November 21, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 152 - Double Standard, Double Murder, Unconquered Kingdom
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 137-138. We discuss a double standard, a double murder, and the legacy of Joseph Smith. Study with me!
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Sunday, November 14, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 151 - Being a Good Citizen While Fleeing Babylon
This week our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 133-134. We discuss the appendix, the role of governments, and the responsibility of citizens. Study with me!
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Sunday, November 7, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 150 - Eternal Marriage(s)
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 129-132. We discuss teachings of Joseph Smith, polygamy, and eternal marriage. Study with me!
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Sunday, October 31, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 149 - Fight on!
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 125-128. We talk about records, welding links, and fighting on! Study with me!
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Sunday, October 24, 2021
The 1845 Proclamation - Referenced in D&C 124
1845 Proclamation
PROCLAMATION
OF THE TWELVE APOSTLES OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST, OF
LATTER-DAY SAINTS.
To all the Kings of the World;
To the President of the United States of America;
To the Governors of the several States;
And to the Rulers and People of all Nations:
Greeting:
Know ye: -
That the kingdom of God has come: as has been predicted by
ancient prophets, and prayed for in all ages; even that kingdom which shall
fill the whole earth, and shall stand for ever.
The great Eloheem Jehovah has been pleased once more to
speak from the heavens: and also to commune with man upon the earth, by means
of open visions, and by the ministration of Holy Messengers.
By this means the great and eternal High Priesthood, after
the Order of his Son, even the Apostleship, has been restored; or, returned to
the earth.
This High Priesthood, or Apostleship, holds the keys of the
kingdom of God, and power to bind on earth that which shall be bound in heaven;
and to loose on earth that which shall be loosed in heaven. And, in fine, to do, and to administer in all
things pertaining to the kingdom of God.
Being established in these last days for the restoration of
all things spoken by the prophets since the world began; and in order to
prepare the way for the coming of the Son of Man.
And we now bear witness that his coming is near at hand; and
not many years hence, the nations and their kings shall see him coming in the
clouds of heaven with power and great glory.
In order to meet this great event there must needs be a
preparation.
Therefore we send unto you with authority from on high, and
command you all to repent and humble yourselves as little children, before the
majesty of the Holy One; and come unto Jesus with a broken heart and a contrite
spirit, and be baptized in his name, for the remission of sins (that is, be
buried in the water in the likeness of his burial and rise again to newness of
life, in the likeness of his resurrection), and you shall receive the gift of
the Holy Spirit, through the laying on of the hands of the Apostles and elders,
of this great and last dispensation of mercy to man.
This Spirit shall bear witness to you, of the truth of our
testimony; and shall enlighten your minds, and be in you as the spirit of
prophecy and revelation. It shall bring
things past to your understanding and remembrance; and shall show you things to
come.
It shall also impart unto you many great and glorious gifts;
such as the gift of healing the sick, and of being healed by the laying on of
hands in the name of Jesus; and of expelling Demons; and even of seeing
visions, and conversing with Angels and spirits from the unseen world.
By the light of this Spirit, received through the ministration
of the ordinances-by the power and authority of the holy Apostleship and
Priesthood, you will be enabled to understand, and to be the children of light;
and thus be prepared to escape all the things that are coming on the earth, and
so stand before the Son of Man.
We testify that the foregoing doctrine is the doctrine or
gospel of Jesus Christ, in its fulness; and that it is the only true,
everlasting, and unchangeable gospel; and the only plan revealed on earth
whereby man can be saved.
We also bear testimony that the “Indians” (so called)_of
North of South America are a remnant of the tribes of Israel; as is now made
manifest by the discovery and revelation of their ancient oracles and records.
And that they are about to be gathered, civilized, and made one
nation in this glorious land.
They will also come to the knowledge of their forefathers
and of the fulness of the gospel; and they will embrace it, and become a
righteous branch of the house of Israel.
And we further testify that the Lord has appointed a holy city
and temple to be built on this continent for the endowment and ordinances
pertaining to the priesthood; and for the Gentiles, and the remnant of Israel
to resort unto, in order to worship the Lord; and to be taught in his ways and
walk in his paths: in short, to finish their preparations for the coming of the
Lord.
And we further testify, that the Jews among all nations are
hereby commanded, in the name of the Messiah, to prepare, to return to
Jerusalem in Palestine; and to rebuild that city and temple unto the Lord:
And also to organize and establish their own political
government, under their own rulers, judges, and governors in that country.
For be it known unto them that we now hold the keys
of the priesthood and kingdom which is soon to be restored unto them.
Therefore let them also repent and prepare to obey the
ordinances of God.
And now, O ye kings, rulers, and people of the Gentiles:
hear ye the word of the Lord; for this commandment is for you. You are not only required to repent and obey
the gospel in its fulness, and thus become members or citizens of the kingdom
of God, but you are also hereby commanded, in the name of Jesus Christ, to put
your silver and your gold, your ships and steam-vessels, your railroad trains
and your horses, chariots, camels, mules, and litters, into active use, for the
fulfilment of these purposes. For be it
known unto you, that the only salvation which remains for the Gentiles is for
them to be identified in the same covenant, and to worship at the same altar
with Israel. In short, they must come to
the same standard. For there shall be
one Lord, and his name one, and He shall be king over all the earth.
The Latter-day Saints, since their first organization in the
year 1830, have been a poor, persecuted, abused, and afflicted people. They have sacrificed their time and property
freely, for the sake of laying the foundation of the kingdom of God, and
enlarging its dominion, by the ministry of the gospel. They have suffered privation, hunger,
imprisonment, and the loss of houses, lands, home, and political rights, for
their testimony.
And this is not all; but their first found, Mr. Joseph
Smith, whom God raised up as a Prophet and Apostle mighty in word and in deed,
and his brother Hiram, who was also a prophet, together with many others, have
suffered a cruel martyrdom in the cause of truth; and have sealed their testimony
with their blood. And still the work
has, as it were, but just begun.
A great, a glorious, and a mighty work is yet to be
achieved, in spreading the truth and kingdom among the Gentiles – in restoring,
organizing, instructing and established the Jews-in gathering, instructing,
relieving, civilizing, educating and administering salvation to the remnant of
Israel on this continent; in building Jerusalem in Palestine; and the cities,
stakes, temples, and sactuaries of Zion in America; and in gathering the
Gentiles into the same covenant and organization-instructing them in all things
for their sanctification and preparation; that the whole Church of the Saints,
both Gentile, Jew and Israel, may be prepared as a bride, for the coming of the
Lord.
And now, O ye kings, rulers, presidents, governors, judges,
legislators, nobles, lords, and rich men of the earth; will you leave us, to
struggle alone, and to toil unaided in so great a work? Or will you share in the labors, toils,
sacrifices, honors and blessings of the same?
Have you not the same interest in it that we have? Is it not sent forth to renovate the world-to
enlighten the nations-to cover the earth with light, knowledge, truth, union,
peace and love? And thus usher in the
great millennium, or sabbath of rest, so long expected and sought for by all
good men? We bear testimony that it
is. And the fulfilment of our words will
establish their truth, to millions yet unborn: while there are those now living
upon the earth who will live to see the consummation.
Come, then, to the help of the Lord; and let us have your
aid and protection-and your willing and hearty co-operation, in this, the
greatest of all revolutions.
Again, we say, by the word of the Lord to the people, as
well as to the rulers: your aid and assistance is required in this great work,
and you are hereby invited, in the name of Jesus, to take an active part in it
from this day forward.
Open your churches, doors, and hearts for the truth. Hear the Apostles and elders of the church of
the Saints, when they come into your cities and neighborhoods. Read and search the scriptures carefully and
see whether these things are so-read the publications of the Saints, and help
to publish them to others. Seek for the
witness of the Spirit, and come and obey the glorious fulness of the gospel:
and help us build the cities and sanctuaries of our God.
The sons and daughters of Zion will soon be required to
devote a portion of their time in instructing the children of the forest. For they must be educated, and instructed in
all the arts of civil life, as well as in the gospel. They must be clothed, fed, and instructed in
the principles and practice of virtue, modesty, temperance, cleanliness,
industry, mechanical arts, manners, customs, dress, music, and all other things
which are calculated in their nature to refine, purify, exalt and glorify them,
as the sons and daughters of the royal house of Israel, and of Joseph; who are
making ready for the coming of the bridegroom.
Know assuredly, that whether you come to the help of the
Saints in this great work, or whether you make light of this message, and
withhold your aid and co-operation, it is all the same as to the success and
final triumph of the work. For it is the
work of the great God; for which his WORD and OATH has been pledged, from
before the foundation of the world. And
the same promise and oath has been renewed unto man from the beginning, down
through each succeeding dispensation: AND CONFIRMED AGAIN BY HIS OWN VOICE OUT
OF THE HEAVENS IN THE PRESENT AGE. Therefore
he is bound to fulfil it; and to overcome every obstacle.
The loss will therefore be on their own part, and not on the
part of God, or of his Saints, should the people neglect their duty in the
great work of modern restoration.
There is also another consideration of vast importance to
all the rulers and people of the world, in regard to this matter. It is this:
As this work progresses in its onward course and becomes more and more
an object of political and religious interest and excitement, no king, ruler,
or subject, no community or individual, will stand neutral. All will at length be influenced by one
spirit or the other; and will take sides either for or against the kingdom of
God, and the fulfilment of the prophets, in the great restoration and return of
his long dispersed covenant people.
Some will act the part of the venerable Jethro, the
father-in-law of Moses; or the noble Cyrus; and will aid and bless the people
of God; or like Ruth, the Moabitess, will forsake their people and their
kindred and country, and will say to the Saints or to Israel: “This people
shall be my people, and their God my God.”
While others will walk in the footsteps of a Pharaoh, or a Balak, and
will harden their hearts, and fight against God, and seek to destroy his
people. These will commune with priests
and prophets who love the wages of unrighteousness; and who, like Balaam, will
seek to curse or to find enchantments against Israel.
You cannot therefore stand as idle and disinterested
spectators of the scenes and events which are calculated in their very nature
to reduce all nations and creeds to one political and religious standard,
and thus put an end to Babel forms and names, and to strife and war. You will, therefore, either be led by the
good Spirit to cast in your lot, and to take a lively interest with the Saints
of the Most High, and the covenant people of the Lord, or on the other hand,
you will become their inveterate enemy, and oppose them by every means in your power.
To such an extreme will this great division finally extend,
that the nations of the old world will combine to oppose these things by
military force. They will send a great
army to Palestine, against the Jews; and they will besiege their city, and will
reduce the inhabitants of Jerusalem to the greatest extreme of distress and
misery.
Then will commence a struggle in which the fate of nations
and empires will be suspended on a single battle.
In this battle the governors and people of Judah distinguish
themselves for their bravery and warlike achievements. The weak among them will be like David, and
the strong among them will be like God: or like the angel of the Lord.
In that day the Lord will pour upon the inhabitants of
Jerusalem the spirit of grace and supplication and they shall look upon the
Messiah whom they have pierced.
For lo! He will descend from heaven, as the defender of the
Jews: and to complete their victory. His
feet will stand in that day upon the Mount of Olives, which shall cleave in
sunder at his presence, and remove one half to the north, and the other to the
south; thus forming a great valley where the mountain now stands.
The earth will quake around him, while storm and tempest,
hail and plague, are mingled with the clash of arms, the roar of artillery, the
shouts of victory, and the groans of the wounded and dying.
In that day all who are in the siege, both against Judea and
against Jerusalem, shall be cut in pieces; though all the people of the earth
should be gathered together against it.
This signal victory on the part of the Jews, so unlooked for
by the nations, and attended with the personal advent of Messiah, and the
accompanying events, will change the whole order of things in Europe and Asia,
in regard to political and religious organization and government.
The Jews as a nation become holy from that day forward; and
their city and sanctuary becomes holy.
There also the Messiah establishes his throne, and seat of government.
Jerusalem then becomes the seat of empire, and the great
centre and capital of the old world.
All the families of the land shall then go up to Jerusalem
once a year, to worship the King, the Lord of Hosts, and to keep the feast of
Tabernacles.
Those who refuse to go up, shall have no rain, but shall be
smitten with dearth and famine. And if
the family of Egypt go not up (as it never rains there) they shall be smitten
with the plague. And thus all things
shall be fulfilled according to the words of the holy prophets of old, and the
word of the Lord which is now revealed, to confirm and fulfil them.
In short the kings, rulers, priests, and people of Europe,
and of the old world, shall know this once that there is a God in Israel, who,
as in days of old, can utter his voice, and it shall be obeyed.
The courts of Rome, London, Paris, Constantinople,
Petersburgh, and all others, will then have to yield the point, and do homage,
and all pay tribute to the Great Centre, and to one mighty Sovereign, or,
THRONES WILL BE CAST DOWN, AND KINGDOMS WILL CEASE TO BE.
Priests, bishops, and clergy, whether Catholic, Protestant,
or Mahomedan, will then have to yield their pretended claims to the priesthood,
together with titles, honors, creeds and names; and reverence and obey the true
and royal priesthood of the order of Melchisedech, and of Aaron; restored to
the rightful heirs, the nobility of Israel; or, the death and famine will
consume them, and the plague sweep them quickly down to the pit, as in the case
of Korah, Dathan and Abiram, who pretended to the priesthood and rebelled
against God’s chosen priests and prophets in the days of Moses.
While these great events are rolling on the wheels of time,
and being fulfilled in the old world, the Western Continent will present a
scene of grandeur, greatness, and glory, far surpassing the scene just
described.
The Lord will make her that halted a remnant; and gather her
that was driven out and afflicted; and make her who was cast afar off, a strong
nation; and will reign over them in Mount Zion from that time forth and for
ever.
Or, in other words, He will assemble the Natives, the
remnants of Joseph in America; and make of them a great, and strong, and
powerful nation: and he will civilize and enlighten them, and will establish a
holy city, and temple, and seat of government among them, which shall be called
Zion.
And there shall be his tabernacle, his sanctuary, his
throne, and seat of government for the whole continent of North and South
America for ever.
In short, it will be to the western hemisphere what Jerusalem
will be to the eastern.
And there the Messiah will visit them in person; and the old
Saints, who will then have been raised from the dead, will be with him. And he will establish his kingdom and laws
over all the land.
To this city, and to its several branches or stakes, shall
the Gentiles seek, as to a standard of light and knowledge. Yea, the nations, and their kings and nobles,
shall say, Come, and let us go up to the Mount Zion, and to the temple of the
Lord; where his holy priesthood stand to minister continually before the Lord;
and where we may be instructed more fully, and receive the ordinances of
remission, and of sanctification, and redemption; and thus be adopted into the
family of Israel, and identified in the same covenants of promise.
The despised and degraded son of the forest, who has
wandered in dejection and sorrow, and suffered reproach, shall then drop his
disguise, and stand forth in manly dignity, and exclaim to the Gentiles who
have envied and sold him: “I am Joseph: does my father yet live?” Or, in other words: I am a descendant of the
Jospeh who was sold into Egypt. You have
hated me, and sold me, and thought I was dead. But lo! I live, and am heir to the
inheritance, titles, honors, priesthood, sceptre, crown, throne, and eternal
life and dignity of my fathers, who live for evermore.
He shall then be ordained, washed, anointed with holy oil, and
arrayed in fine linen, even in the glorious and beautiful garments and royal
robes of the high priesthood, which is after the order of the Son of God; and
shall enter into the congregation of the Lord, even into the Holy of Holies,
there to be crowned with authority and power which shall never end.
The Spirit of the Lord shall then descend upon him, like the
dew upon the mountains of Hermon, and like refreshing showers of rain upon the
flowers of Paradise.
His heart shall expand with knowledge, wide as eternity; and
his mind shall comprehend the vast creations of his God, and His eternal purpose
of redemption, glory, and exaltation, which was devised in heaven before the
worlds were organized; but made manifest in these last days, for the fulness of
the Gentiles, and for the exaltation of Israel.
He shall also behold his Redeemer, and be filled with his
presence, while the cloud of his glory shall be seen in his temple.
The city of Zion, with its sanctuary and priesthood, and the
glorious fulness of the gospel, will constitute a standard which will
put an end to jarring creeds and political wranglings, by uniting the
republics, states, provinces, territories, nations, tribes, kindred, tongues,
people, and sects of North and South America in one great and common bond of
brotherhood.
While truth and knowledge shall make them free, and love
cement their union. The Lord also shall
be their king and their lawgiver; while wars shall cease, and peace prevail for
a thousand years.
Thus shall American rulers, statesmen, citizens, and savages
know “this once,” that there is a God in Israel, who can utter his
voice, and it shall be fulfilled.
Americans! This
mighty and strange work has been commenced in your midst, and must roll on in fulfilment.
You are now invited, and earnestly intreated, to investigate
it thoroughly, and to aid and participate in its accomplishment.
You ask, What can be done?
We answer: Protect the Saints; give them their rights;
extend the broad banner of the Constitution and laws over their homes, cities,
fire-sides, wives, and children; that they may CEASE to be BUTCHERED, MARTYRED,
ROBBED, PLUNDERED, AND DRIVEN, and may peaceably proceed in the work assigned
them by their God.
Execute the Law upon the offenders, and thus rid your
garments of INNOCENT BLOOD.
Pass acts, also, to indemnify them in the millions they have
lost, by your cruel and criminal neglect.
Contribute liberally of your substance for their aid, and
for the fulfilment of their mission.
Let the Government of the United States also continue to
gather together, and to colonize the tribes and remnants of Israel (the
Indians), and also to feed, clothe, succor, and protect them, and endeavor to
civilize and unite; and also to bring them to the knowledge of their Israelitish
origin, and of the fulness of the gospel which was revealed to, and written by,
their forefathers on this land; the record of which has now come to light.
It is these records, together with the other scriptures, and
the priesthood and authority now conferred upon the Saints, that will effect
their final conversion and salvation; while the creeds of man, and the
powerless forms and dogmas of sectarianism will still remain powerless and
inefficient.
The Lord has spoken, and who can disannul it? He has uttered his voice, and who can gainsay
it? He has stretched out his arm, and
who can turn it back?
Why will not the government and people of these States
become acquainted with these Records?
They are published among them for this purpose.
They would then begin to know and understand what was to be
done with these remnants, and what part they have to act in the great
restitution of Israel, and of the kingdom of God. They would also know the object of the labors,
and the final destiny of the Latter-day Saints as a Church and people. And this very subject has been a source of
wonder and conjecture, and sometimes even of anxiety among the people, ever
since the first organization of the Saints in the year 1830.
And more than all this, they would know the destiny of this
Republic, and of all other Governments, States, or Republics in America-and the
purpose of God in relation to this continent, from the earliest ages of
antiquity, till the present, and from this time forth till the heavens and the
earth shall pass away, and be created anew.
All these subjects are made plain in these ancient Records, and are
rolling on in fulfilment.
If the rulers and people will now inform themselves on these
momentous subjects, and fulfil the duties we have just pointed out to them,
they will then be entitled to a continuation of the great nation blessings and
favors they have heretofore enjoyed; yea, and to more abundant favors from His
bountiful hand, who first raised them to national greatness. They will in that case be prospered and enlarged,
and spread their dominion wide and more wide over this vast country, till not
only Texas and Oregon, but the whole vast dominion from sea to sea, will be
joined with them, and come under their protection as one great, powerful and
peaceful empire of Liberty and Union.
Millions of people would also come from all nations, their silver and
their gold with them, and would take protection under our banner, till in less
than half a century from the present time we would have upwards of a hundred
millions of population, all united and free, while civilsation, arts,
cultivation and improvement would extend to the most wild regions of our
continent, making our “wilderness like Eden and our deserts like the garden of
the Lord.” Or, if they will go still
further, and obey the fulness of the gospel, they would then be entitled, not
only to temporal blessings, but to the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and thus be
prepared to receive their king, Messiah, and to dwell for ever under his
peaceful government in this happy country.
But, so long as they remain indifferent and ignorant on
these subjects, and so long as they continue to breathe out slanders, lies,
hatred and murder against the Saints and against the remnants of Israel, and to
speak evil of and oppose the things which they understand not, so long the
blood of the Saints and of the martyrs of Jesus must continue to flow, and the
souls to cry from under the altar for vengeance on a guilty land, till the
great Messiah shall execute judgment for the Saints, and give them the
dominion.
It is in vain to suppose that the sword, the musket, the
thunder of cannon, or the grating and rattle of chains, bolts and bars, will
take away the faith, hope or knowledge of a Latter-day Saint. They know some facts-and these
will continue to be known facts when death and war in their most horrid
forms are raging around them. They
cannot shut their eyes upon these facts to please either governors, rulers, or
the raging multitude.
We would now make a solemn appeal to our rulers and other
fellow-citizens, whether it is treason to know? or even to publish what
we know? If it is, then strike
the murderous blow, but listen to what we say.
We say, then, in life or in death, in bonds or free, that
the great God has spoken in this age.- And we know it.
He has given us the Holy Priesthood and Apostleship, and the
keys of the kingdom of God, to bring about the restoration of all things as
promised by the holy prophets of old.-And we know it.
He has revealed the origin and the Records of the aboriginal
tribes of America, and their future destiny.-And we know it.
He has revealed the fulness of the gospel, with its gifts,
blessings, and ordinances.-And we know it.
He has commanded us to bear witness of it, first to
the Gentiles, and then to the remnants of Israel and the Jews.-And we know
it.
He has commanded us to gather together his Saints on this
Continent, and build up holy cities and sanctuaries.-And we know it.
He has said, that the Gentiles should come into the same
gospel and covenant; and be numbered with the house of Israel; and be a blessed
people upon this good land for ever, if they would repent and embrace it.-And
we know it.
He has also said that, if they do not repent, and come to
the knowledge of the truth, and cease to fight against Zion, and also put away
all murder, lying, pride, priestcraft, whoredom, and secret abomination, they
shall soon perish from the earth, and be cast down to hell.-And we know it.
He has said, that the time is at hand for the Jews to be
gathered to Jerusalem.-And we know it.
He has said, that the Ten Tribes of Israel should also be
revealed in the North country, together with their oracles and records,
preparatory to their return, and to their union with Judah, no more to be
separated.-And we know it.
He has said, that when these preparations were made, both in
this country and in Jerusalem, and the gospel in all its fulness preached to
all nations for a witness and testimony, He will come, and all the Saints with
him, to reign on the earth one thousand years.-And we know it.
He has said that he will not come in his glory and destroy
the wicked, till these warnings were given and these preparations were made for
his reception.-And we know it.
Now, fellow-citizens, if this knowledge, or the publishing
of it is treason or crime, we refuse not to die.
But be ye sure of this, that whether we live or die, the words
of testimony of this proclamation which we now send unto you, shall all be
fulfilled.
Heaven and earth shall pass away, but not one jot or tittle
of his revealed word shall fail to be fulfilled.
Therefore, again we say to all people, Repent, and be baptized
in the name of Jesus Christ, for remission of sins; and you shall receive the
Holy Spirit, and shall know the truth, and be numbered with the house of
Israel.
And we once more invite all the kings, presidents, governors,
rulers, judges, and people of the earth, to aid us, the Latter-day Saints; and
also, the Jews, and all the remnants of Israel by your influence and
protections and by your silver and gold, that we may build the cities of Zion
and Jerusalem, and the temples and sanctuaries of our God; and may accomplish
the great restoration of all things, and bring in the latter-day glory.
That knowledge, truth, light, love, peace, union, honor,
glory, and power, may fill the earth with eternal life and joy.
That death, bondage, oppression, wars, mourning, sorrow, and
pain, may be done away for ever, and all tears be wiped from every eye.
In fulfilment of the work assigned them, let the Saints
throughout the world, and all others who feel an interest in the work of God,
forward their gifts, tithes, and offerings, for the building of the temple of
the Lord, which is now in progress in the city of Nauvoo, in the State of Illinois.
Let them also come on with their gold and silver, and goods,
and workmen, to establish manufactories and business of all kinds, for the
building up of the city; and for the employment and support of the poor, and
thus strengthen the hands of those who have borne the burden and heat of the
day, and who have made great sacrifices in laying the foundation of the kingdom
of God, and moving on the work thus far.
We also make a solemn and an earnest request of all Editors
of newspapers, both in this country and other countries, to publish this
proclamation. It certainly contains
news, such as is not met with at all times, and in every place, and cannot fail
to interest the reading public, especially those who have prayed every day of
their lives for the Lord’s kingdom to come; and for his will to be done on
the earth, as it is done in heaven.
President Wilford Woodruff, who superintends the publishing
department of the Latter-day Saints, in Liverpool, England, is also requested
to give this proclamation a wide circulation throughout England, Scotland,
Ireland, and the Isle of Man.
Elder Jones, our minister to Wales, is hereby instructed to
publish the same in the Welsh language, and circulate it widely through that
country.
It should also be translated into German, by some of our
German elders, and published both in this country, and on the continent of
Europe. Also in Spanish and in French.
Our Norwegian elders in the branch at Norway, Illinois,
should also translate and publish it in their language, both in this country
and in Norway, in Europe.
Elder Adison Pratt, our missionary to the Sandwich Islands,
should also translate and publish it there.
We also rely on our friends, the Jews, throughout the world,
to give it a wide circulation in all their tongues and languages.
And last, but not least, we would invite the Editor of the
Cherokee Advocate, and others of the remnant of Joseph, to publish the same as
extensively as possible in the Indian tongues.
We also will endeavor on our part, to publish at our office,
No. 7 Spruce street, New York, one hundred thousand copies of this work, to
circulate in this country, gratis. And
will do our best endeavors to send them to all presidents, governors, legislators,
judges, postmasters, rulers, and people not forgetting the clergy.
All persons who wish to aid us in so doing, will please
forward us contributions for that purpose, directed to our office, No. 7 Spruce
street, New York.
All who wish a number of copies for distribution will obtain
them at the above-named office, at 50 cents per hundred.
The world are also informed, that further information can be
had by applying to the following general publishing offices of the Latter-day
Saints:- Mr. John Taylor, “Times and Seasons” office, Nauvoo, in the
State of Illinois; Messrs. Pratt and Brannan, “Prophet” office, No. 7,
Spruce street, New York; Mr. Wilford Woodruff, “Millennial Star” office,
No. 36, Chapel street, Liverpool, England.
Also, of our travelling elders, and in our religious meetings throughout
the world.
New York, April 6, 1845.
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 148 - A Bold Proclamation and a Beautiful Place
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 124. We discuss a proclamation, why some ordinances require temples, and the Nauvoo House. Study with me!
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Sunday, October 17, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 147 - Truths From the Dungeon
This week our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 121-123. We discuss how many are called and few are chosen, the benefits of trials, and reporting the truth. Study with me!
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Sunday, October 10, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 146 - Cutting the strings off tithing
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 115-120. We discuss the name of the church, unfinished temples, and tithing. Study with me!
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Sunday, October 3, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 145 - Antidote to the Universal Sin
This week's Come Follow Me brings us to D&C 111-114. We discuss why Joseph Smith was told not to worry about debt, humility, and coming vengeance. Study with me!
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Sunday, September 26, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep144 - Restoration and the Temple
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to section 109-110. We discuss the dedication of the temple and the restoration of priesthood keys. Study with me!
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Sunday, September 19, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 143 - The Name of the Priesthood
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 106-108. We discuss priesthood names, connections, and the source. Study with me!
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Sunday, September 12, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 142 - Councils, Camps, and trusting Egypt
This week our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 102-105. We discuss high councils and Zion's camp. Study with me!
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Sunday, September 5, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 141 - How much to endure
This week our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 98-101. We talk about enduring persecution and being good citizens in corrupt governments. Study with me!
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Monday, August 30, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 140 - Prioritizing the House of God
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to sections 94-97. We discuss the Lord's rebuke and his temple. Study with me!
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Sunday, August 22, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 139 - Grace and Intelligence
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to section 93. We discuss the roles of grace and intelligence in eternal progression. Study with me!
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Sunday, August 15, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 138 - Hidden Treasures
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 89-92. We discuss the word of wisdom, the apocrypha, and the first presidency. Study with me!
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Sunday, August 8, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 137 - The Olive Leaf
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to section 88. We discuss how Jesus is the source of all light and truth, and his inevitable return. Study with me!
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Sunday, August 1, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 136 - The Civil War Prophesy
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 85-87. We discuss steadying the ark, the wheat and the tares, and standing in holy places. Study with me!
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Sunday, July 25, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 135 - The Oath and Covenant
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 84. We discuss the oath and covenant of the priesthood. Study with me!
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Sunday, July 18, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 134 - Is God Free?
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 81-83. We discuss how to serve, that the Lord is bound, and the responsibility of family. Study with me!
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Sunday, July 11, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 133 - Finding Shared Meaning in the Apocalypse
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 77-80. We discuss symbolism, the apocalypse of John, and the Lord leading us along. Study with me!
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Sunday, July 4, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 132 - Models of Heaven and Hell
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 76. We discuss kingdoms of glory, heaven and hell, and that Christ lives. Study with me!
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Sunday, June 27, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 131 - How To Confound Your Enemies
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 71-75. We discuss handling apostasy, certifications from bishops, and revoked commands. Study with me!
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Sunday, June 20, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 130 - The Language of Revelation
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to sections 67-70. We discuss the language of revelation, literal descendants of Aaron, and divine equality. Study with me!
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Sunday, June 13, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 129 - Forgiveness On and Off TV
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C sections 64-66. We discuss the importance of forgiveness on and off TV, secret questions, and old prophecies. Study with me!
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Sunday, June 6, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 128 - By Purchase or By Blood
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum covers section 63. We discuss taking care of sacred things, truths about chastity, and obtaining Zion by purchase or by blood. Study with me!
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Sunday, May 30, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 127 - Open Your Mouth (Exceptions May Apply)
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 60-62. We discuss opening our mouths, dangerous waters, and exceptions. Study with me!
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Sunday, May 23, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 126 - Gospel Anxiety
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C sections 58-59. We look at visualizing the future, being anxiously engaged in a good cause, and keeping the sabbath day holy. Study with me!
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Saturday, May 15, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 125 - Broken Covenants and New Jerusalem
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to sections 51-57. We discuss stewardship, broken covenants, and building Zion. Study with me!
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Sunday, May 9, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 124 - What if you are the hypocrite?
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to sections 49-50. We discuss receiving bold correction, removing hypocrisy, and embracing the light. Study with me!
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Sunday, May 2, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 123 - Spiritual Gifts and How To Use Them
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 46-48. We discuss exclusivity, spiritual gifts, and making good records. Study with me!
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Sunday, April 25, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 122 - Jesus Is Better Than A Snazzi Attorney
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 45. We talk about the advocacy of Jesus, the signs of the times, and Christ's heroic return. Study with me!
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Monday, April 19, 2021
It's OK to Feel Ashamed
One of the things I have always found fascinating is when different people see the exact same thing and come away with very different conclusions.
Imagine two people looking at a modern art piece in a museum. One of them might say "I wish I could tell the artist that he is a master, and that this raw expression is moving and beautiful." Another might say "I wish I could tell the artist gesundheit because it looks like he sneezed on his canvas. I wish I could get people to pay thousands for my used tissues..."
Picture a mother and a toddler together when for the 4271st consecutive time, the tablet that the toddler is holding begins to play "...baby shark doo doo doo doo doo..." Even though it's the exact same thing, the toddler's face is filled with glee as they listen to the catchy tune. The mother thinks "I've heard more pleasing sounds coming out of the bathroom stall at the Taco Bell."
One more example: when I see a package of ramen noodles, I think to myself "There's a tasty and inexpensive meal option appropriate for breakfast, lunch, or dinner." My wife, seeing the very same package, thinks "That's the reason my husband is going to die of malnutrition."
It's even possible for the same person to look at the same thing at different times, and come to different conclusions, or have different insights. This makes studying the scriptures advantageous, or attending the temple, or receiving the sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
One case in which this is true for me is in a parable in Matthew 22:
The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son,
And sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the wedding: and they would not come.
Again, he sent forth other servants, saying, Tell them which are bidden, Behold, I have prepared my dinner: my oxen and my fatlings are killed, and all things are ready: come unto the marriage.
But they made light of it, and went their ways, one to his farm, another to his merchandise:
And the remnant took his servants, and entreated them spitefully, and slew them.
But when the king heard thereof, he was wroth: and he sent forth his armies, and destroyed those murderers, and burned up their city.
Then saith he to his servants, The wedding is ready, but they which were bidden were not worthy.
Go ye therefore into the highways, and as many as ye shall find, bid to the marriage.
So those servants went out into the highways, and gathered together all as many as they found, both bad and good: and the wedding was furnished with guests.
And when the king came in to see the guests, he saw there a man which had not on a wedding garment:
And he saith unto him, Friend, how camest thou in hither not having a wedding garment? And he was speechless.
Then said the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and take him away, and cast him into outer darkness; there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
For many are called, but few are chosen. (Matthew 22:2-14)
As a youth, I understood some of the details of this parable. The King represents the Lord. The servants are his prophets. Those who were initially "bidden" were the house of Israel.
The confusion came in the final example. A man, who was called to come, was not wearing a wedding garment. The loving and forgiving Jesus Christ with which I was familiar, to my surprise, advocated not only making this man FEEL ASHAMED for (something as seemingly insignificants as) his apparel, but had him bound hand and foot, and cast into outer darkness. I did not expect this, nor did I understand what it meant.
After additional study, I began to see the same parable in a new way.
First, the King remains the same throughout the parable - he is opposed, but not deposed. It's really not about the King.
Second, the message of the servants is basically the same throughout the parable - prepare and come to the wedding. Though there were differences in audience, or some of the details given with the invitation (looks like meat's back on the menu boys) these differences were insignificant. The parable is not really about the servants so much.
The main differences in these examples is how the message of the servants was received. These people essentially all received the same message, but they perceived it very differently. THIS IS THE POINT OF THE PARABLE.
Why was it received differently? These people were under different influences. I would like to compare the influencers in this parable to the three great heretics of the Book of Mormon.
The first heretic is Sherem, who lived in the days of Jacob, the brother of Nephi. This type of influencer is what Jesus referred to as a false prophet that "[comes] to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves."
This type of influencer is very quick to advertise their sheep's clothing.
Sherem said "Brother Jacob, I have sought much opportunity that I might speak unto you... ye have led away much of this people that they pervert the right way of God, and keep not the law of Moses which is the right way..." (Jacob 7:6-7)
Notice the Brother and the concern for the right way of God and the appeal to the scriptures...
In modern times, these false prophets are also quick to tout their sheep's clothing and convince others that they are "good members of the church." They will enumerate callings they have had in councils and presidencies. They will tell you that they were a DL, a ZL, or an AP on their mission. They will tell you that they attend the temple, and hold a current recommend. They do these to convince those they influence that THEY ARE GOOD PEOPLE, or that THEY ARE ONE OF YOU... a "brother."
Once they have brandished their sheep's clothing, they always have the same goal - making light of the words and invitations of the servants of the King.
This can be in the form of "I'm a good person and I still ___(fill in the blank with something the prophets have explicitly condemned)____" or "We don't need to be ashamed if we have to prioritize one going to his farm, or another to his merchandise." They make light of the invitation - which directly corresponds to the first group in the parable.
The thing is, it's actually OK to feel ashamed and embarrassed if you have not properly prioritized the message of the prophets. In fact, the sooner, the better.
Recall how the prophet Jonah felt ashamed that he had not followed the invitation of the Lord... but only after being caught in a storm in the Mediterranean Sea, jeopardizing the lives of those who were with him. And then, Jonah had nothing but shame and remorse when he was in the belly of the whale. Fortunately, his shame helped him become humble enough to accept the invitation of the Lord. And the people of Nineveh were spared because they quickly felt shame for offending the Lord. They sat in sack cloth and ashes, and received mercy for properly prioritizing the message of the servant.
The next heretic is not chronologically second, but he fits the parable in this place better. It's Korihor, who contended against Alma the Younger.
Korihor absolutely misrepresented himself, but not with the use of sheep's clothing. He did not try to convince members of the church that he was "one of them." He instead tried to convince them that being a sheep was altogether bad.
Korihor's goal was to pit the people against the servants by misrepresenting them. He fashioned himself as someone who cared about the "abuses" of the servants of the King:
"And thus ye lead away this people after the foolish traditions of your fathers, and according to your own desires; and ye keep them down, even as it were in bondage, that ye may glut yourselves with the labors of their hands, that they durst not look up with boldness, and that they durst not enjoy their rights and privileges.
Yea, they durst not make use of that which is their own lest they should offend their priests, who do yoke them according to their desires, and have brought them to believe, by their traditions and their dreams and their whims and their visions and their pretended mysteries, that they should, if they did not do according to their words, offend some unknown being, who they say is God—a being who never has been seen or known, who never was nor ever will be." (Alma 30:27-28)
People intuitively understand that it is acceptable to fight in defense - to defeat the bad guys. This is true of Captain America smashing Thanos, Batman punching the Joker, or a person defending their home against an intruding robber. The idea that Korihor pushes is that the servants of the King bear a harmful message. He misrepresents them as the bad guys, and convinces others to entreat these servants spitefully... just as the remnant in the parable.
Of course, his own motivations were to break the law of chastity. (Alma 30:18) It is just as Jesus taught... a wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign.
There are individuals today who raise similar concerns about the messages of the servants of the King - apostates who persuade people that they are in a "cult" if they accept a God that makes them feel ashamed at all.
The truth is, it's OK to feel ashamed if you have fallen under the influence of these apostates. It's OK to be embarrassed, and to make a change.
Consider the example of Parley P. Pratt, one of the great missionaries in this dispensation. He became upset with the prophet Joseph Smith over some of the financial difficulties in Kirtland. He wrote a letter condemning the prophet, thinking that he was in the right. Eventually, instead of focusing on the faults of the servants, he broke free of this influence by looking inward:
"Parley thought it over. When he had written his letter to Joseph, he had told himself that the letter was for the prophet’s own good. But Parley knew he was fooling himself. He had not called Joseph to repentance in a spirit of meekness. Rather, he had lashed out at him, seeking retribution.
Parley also realized that his feeling of betrayal had blinded him to Joseph’s own hardships. Speaking out against the prophet and accusing him of selfishness and greed had been wrong.
Ashamed, Parley decided to return to Kirtland with Thomas and the other apostles. Once they arrived, he went to the prophet’s house. Joseph was still recovering from his illness, but he was getting stronger. Parley wept when he saw him and apologized for everything he had said and done to hurt him. Joseph forgave him, prayed for him, and blessed him." (Saints V1, Ch 24, p 284)
Feeling ashamed of his own faults was a transformative moment for Parley. He went on to become one of the greatest apostles of this dispensation.
The final heretic corresponds to the last man in the parable of Jesus, who came to the marriage without a wedding garment. This man was named Nehor. He believed in a truly insidious falsehood - insidious because it is based on a large amount of truth.
The truths in Nehor's doctrine include the following:
- God loves you, and wants you to be with him
- God made you, and you are his child
- God is merciful
Of course, these truths resonate with people - particularly people who have felt the sweet peace that comes from forgiveness of sins.
The problem is the conclusion that is drawn from these truths - THERE IS NO SIN - GOD WANTS YOU TO COME AS YOU ARE.
The problem with this idea is that it denies the three great pillars of our faith:
- The Creation
- If we were enough as we were, already living in the presence of God, there would have been absolutely no reason for a creation, or any kind of investment from God in a mortal experience. The creation only has meaning if we needed to become more than we were.
- The Fall
- Tendencies of people to be cruel, carnal, sensual, and devilish at times are present in every society that does or ever has existed. But if God "made us that way" then he would have never had cause to have the children of men live outside of the presence of God.
- The Atonement
- If sin is not really a problem, then God could just look the other way, or give teaching. He would certainly not have sent His Son to suffer an unimaginable price in order to redeem humanity.
"Behold, there are many called, but few are chosen. And why are they not chosen?
Because their hearts are set so much upon the things of this world, and aspire to the honors of men, that they do not learn this one lesson—
That the rights of the priesthood are inseparably connected with the powers of heaven, and that the powers of heaven cannot be controlled nor handled only upon the principles of righteousness." (D&C 121:34-36, emphasis added)
The man at the parable remained speechless because he did not think he should have to feel ashamed. Like Nehor, who boldly defended himself after attacking and murdering aged Gideon, he thought he had done no wrong because he had been called.
The truth is that it is absolutely appropriate to feel ashamed and embarrassed when we do not receive the words of the servants of the Lord, or when we do not heed their messages. In fact, Jesus expects, and even asks us to feel shame... it was he who taught the Nephites to sacrifice "a broken heart and a contrite spirit." (3 Nephi 9:20)
The offering of a little shame can help us achieve humility, which can be transformative. How can we expect to change into who we are meant to be, if we do not realize that we have need to improve? How can we fulfill our potential without feeling some degree of the things in our lives that need to be changed?
A little shame transformed Saul of Tarsus into the apostle Paul, and the rebellious Alma and the sons of King Mosiah into some of the greatest missionaries in the Book of Mormon.
Jesus gave his parable out of love. He is warning you to examine yourself for influences that might interfere with how you perceive him and the calling that comes from his servants.
Jesus never said "come as you are..."
Jesus said "COME FOLLOW ME."
Sunday, April 18, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 121 - Law Good, Poverty Bad
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 41-44. We discuss the law of the Lord, consecration, and humility. Study with me!
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Sunday, April 11, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 120 - Unity vs Diversity
This week our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 37-40. We discuss gathering, diversity, and unity. Study with me!
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Thursday, April 1, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 119 - Corruption Everywhere
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 30-36. We look at the failures and successes of missions to the Lamanites, and corruption everywhere. Study with me!
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Sunday, March 28, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 118 - An Easter Message
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum encourages us to study Easter, and the miracle of Christ's resurrection. Study with me!
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Sunday, March 21, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 117 - They Always Were Spiritual Commandments
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 29. We discuss the proximity of the 2nd coming, God's justice, and how none of the commandments are temporal. Study with me!
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Sunday, March 14, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 116 - False Revelations
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 27-28. We discuss the change from wine to water, an upcoming sacrament meeting, and false revelations. Study with me!
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Sunday, March 7, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 115 - You're Getting A Great Deal
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C sections 23-26. Even if things are difficult, or others seem to be doing better, the Lord is giving you a great deal. Study with me!
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Sunday, February 28, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 114 - How To Run The Church Of Jesus Christ
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 20-22. We discuss the background of the organization of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Study with me!
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Sunday, February 21, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 113 - The Worth Of An Enemy Is Great In The Sight Of God
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 18-19. We discuss how a person can be lower than the dust of the earth, and at the same time of great worth in the sight of God. Study with me!
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Sunday, February 14, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 112 - How To Deal With A Two-Edged Sword
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 14-17. We discuss a different take on the Word being a two-edged sword. Study with me!
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Sunday, February 7, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 111 - The Priesthood Bond To Christ
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 12-13. We discuss similarities in early sections, and ancient messengers restoring divine authority. Study with me!
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Sunday, January 31, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 110 - Labor More Than You Have Strength And Means
This week, our Come Follow Me reading brings us to D&C 11-12. We focus on diligence, prayer vs Satan, and obtaining the word. Study with me!
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Sunday, January 24, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 109 - When Revelation Fails
This week our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 6-9. We discuss the process of receiving revelation from God, and why it sometimes seems to fail. Study with me!
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Sunday, January 17, 2021
Ward Preacher Podcast Ep 108 - Awkward Losses and Noble Callings
This week, our Come Follow Me curriculum brings us to D&C 3-5. We discuss the lost 116 pages, being called to the work, and the three witnesses. Study with me!
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