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Holding fast is different than clinging (see verse 24). Those who held fast did not fall away. By holding fast the word of God becomes a part of us. (note for Emma's Baptism and Thanksgiving) |
| November 26, 2011 at 10:12 PM |
Note: Holding fast is different than clinging (see verse 24). Those who held fast did not fall away. By holding fast the word of God becomes a part of us.
1 Nephi 8:30
But, to be short in writing, behold, he saw other multitudes pressing forward; and they came and caught hold of the end of the rod of iron; and they did press their way forward, continually holding fast to the rod of iron, until they came forth and fell down and partook of the fruit of the tree.
1 Nephi 8:30
But, to be short in writing, behold, he saw other multitudes pressing forward; and they came and caught hold of the end of the rod of iron; and they did press their way forward, continually holding fast to the rod of iron, until they came forth and fell down and partook of the fruit of the tree.
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Qualifications for Baptism (note for D&C 20:37) |
| April 13, 2011 at 10:00 PM |
Note: Qualifications for Baptism
D&C 20:37
And again, by way of commandment to the church concerning the manner of baptism—All those who humble themselves before God, and desire to be baptized, and come forth with broken hearts and contrite spirits, and witness before the church that they have truly repented of all their sins, and are willing to take upon them the name of Jesus Christ, having a determination to serve him to the end, and truly manifest by their works that they have received of the Spirit of Christ unto the remission of their sins, shall be received by baptism into his church.
D&C 20:37
And again, by way of commandment to the church concerning the manner of baptism—All those who humble themselves before God, and desire to be baptized, and come forth with broken hearts and contrite spirits, and witness before the church that they have truly repented of all their sins, and are willing to take upon them the name of Jesus Christ, having a determination to serve him to the end, and truly manifest by their works that they have received of the Spirit of Christ unto the remission of their sins, shall be received by baptism into his church.
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Lehi asked. (note for 1 Nephi 8:15) |
| April 8, 2011 at 05:48 PM |
Note: Lehi asked.
1 Nephi 8:15
And it came to pass that I beckoned unto them; and I also did say unto them with a loud voice that they should come unto me, and partake of the fruit, which was desirable above all other fruit.
1 Nephi 8:15
And it came to pass that I beckoned unto them; and I also did say unto them with a loud voice that they should come unto me, and partake of the fruit, which was desirable above all other fruit.
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jonestown19
Not until after he prayed did the Lord answer him. (note for 1 Nephi 8:9) |
| April 8, 2011 at 05:46 PM |
Note: Not until after he prayed did the Lord answer him.
1 Nephi 8:9
And it came to pass after I had prayed unto the Lord I beheld a large and spacious field.
1 Nephi 8:9
And it came to pass after I had prayed unto the Lord I beheld a large and spacious field.
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jonestown19
How to be successful (note for Alma 32:43) |
| February 20, 2011 at 01:27 PM |
Note: How to be successful
Alma 32:43
Then, my brethren, ye shall reap the rewards of your faith, and your diligence, and patience, and long-suffering, waiting for the tree to bring forth fruit unto you.
Alma 32:43
Then, my brethren, ye shall reap the rewards of your faith, and your diligence, and patience, and long-suffering, waiting for the tree to bring forth fruit unto you.
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jonestown19
How to be successful (note for Alma 32:42) |
| February 20, 2011 at 01:27 PM |
Note: How to be successful
Alma 32:42
And because of your diligence and your faith and your patience with the word in nourishing it, that it may take root in you, behold, by and by ye shall pluck the fruit thereof, which is most precious, which is sweet above all that is sweet, and which is white above all that is white, yea, and pure above all that is pure; and ye shall feast upon this fruit even until ye are filled, that ye hunger not, neither shall ye thirst.
Alma 32:42
And because of your diligence and your faith and your patience with the word in nourishing it, that it may take root in you, behold, by and by ye shall pluck the fruit thereof, which is most precious, which is sweet above all that is sweet, and which is white above all that is white, yea, and pure above all that is pure; and ye shall feast upon this fruit even until ye are filled, that ye hunger not, neither shall ye thirst.
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jonestown19
How to be successful (note for Alma 32:41) |
| February 20, 2011 at 01:26 PM |
Note: How to be successful
Alma 32:41
But if ye will nourish the word, yea, nourish the tree as it beginneth to grow, by your faith with great diligence, and with patience, looking forward to the fruit thereof, it shall take root; and behold it shall be a tree springing up unto everlasting life.
Alma 32:41
But if ye will nourish the word, yea, nourish the tree as it beginneth to grow, by your faith with great diligence, and with patience, looking forward to the fruit thereof, it shall take root; and behold it shall be a tree springing up unto everlasting life.
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jonestown19
Be careful what you wish for. (note for Alma 29:4) |
| February 6, 2011 at 09:12 AM |
Note: Be careful what you wish for.
Alma 29:4
I ought not to harrow up in my desires, the firm decree of a just God, for I know that he granteth unto men according to their desire, whether it be unto death or unto life; yea, I know that he allotteth unto men, yea, decreeth unto them decrees which are unalterable, according to their wills, whether they be unto salvation or unto destruction.
Alma 29:4
I ought not to harrow up in my desires, the firm decree of a just God, for I know that he granteth unto men according to their desire, whether it be unto death or unto life; yea, I know that he allotteth unto men, yea, decreeth unto them decrees which are unalterable, according to their wills, whether they be unto salvation or unto destruction.
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jonestown19
This is Nephi talking here. Very remarkable that a prophet admit to his iniquities and be so humble. (note for 2 Nephi 4:17) |
| February 2, 2011 at 05:32 AM |
Note: This is Nephi talking here. Very remarkable that a prophet admit to his iniquities and be so humble.
2 Nephi 4:17
Nevertheless, notwithstanding the great goodness of the Lord, in showing me his great and marvelous works, my heart exclaimeth: O wretched man that I am! Yea, my heart sorroweth because of my flesh; my soul grieveth because of mine iniquities.
2 Nephi 4:17
Nevertheless, notwithstanding the great goodness of the Lord, in showing me his great and marvelous works, my heart exclaimeth: O wretched man that I am! Yea, my heart sorroweth because of my flesh; my soul grieveth because of mine iniquities.
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Admonition means warning, or gentle reproof. (note for 2 Nephi 4:13) |
| February 2, 2011 at 05:27 AM |
Note: Admonition means warning, or gentle reproof.
2 Nephi 4:13
And it came to pass that not many days after his death, Laman and Lemuel and the sons of Ishmael were angry with me because of the admonitions of the Lord.
2 Nephi 4:13
And it came to pass that not many days after his death, Laman and Lemuel and the sons of Ishmael were angry with me because of the admonitions of the Lord.
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jonestown19
The will of the flesh is the natural man. (note for 2 Nephi 2:29) |
| February 1, 2011 at 08:25 PM |
Note: The will of the flesh is the natural man.
2 Nephi 2:29
And not choose eternal death, according to the will of the flesh and the evil which is therein, which giveth the spirit of the devil power to captivate, to bring you down to hell, that he may reign over you in his own kingdom.
2 Nephi 2:29
And not choose eternal death, according to the will of the flesh and the evil which is therein, which giveth the spirit of the devil power to captivate, to bring you down to hell, that he may reign over you in his own kingdom.
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jonestown19
The "why" behind the Atonement. (note for 2 Nephi 2:26) |
| February 1, 2011 at 08:24 PM |
Note: The "why" behind the Atonement.
2 Nephi 2:26
And the Messiah cometh in the fulness of time, that he may redeem the children of men from the fall. And because that they are redeemed from the fall they have become free forever, knowing good from evil; to act for themselves and not to be acted upon, save it be by the punishment of the law at the great and last day, according to the commandments which God hath given.
2 Nephi 2:26
And the Messiah cometh in the fulness of time, that he may redeem the children of men from the fall. And because that they are redeemed from the fall they have become free forever, knowing good from evil; to act for themselves and not to be acted upon, save it be by the punishment of the law at the great and last day, according to the commandments which God hath given.
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jonestown19
Classic deception method of Satan by telling a truth and a lie. (note for 2 Nephi 2:18) |
| February 1, 2011 at 08:21 PM |
Note: Classic deception method of Satan by telling a truth and a lie.
2 Nephi 2:18
And because he had fallen from heaven, and had become miserable forever, he sought also the misery of all mankind. Wherefore, he said unto Eve, yea, even that old serpent, who is the devil, who is the father of all lies, wherefore he said: Partake of the forbidden fruit, and ye shall not die, but ye shall be as God, knowing good and evil.
2 Nephi 2:18
And because he had fallen from heaven, and had become miserable forever, he sought also the misery of all mankind. Wherefore, he said unto Eve, yea, even that old serpent, who is the devil, who is the father of all lies, wherefore he said: Partake of the forbidden fruit, and ye shall not die, but ye shall be as God, knowing good and evil.
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jonestown19
There are agents and objects. Satan would have us be objects. (note for 2 Nephi 2:14) |
| February 1, 2011 at 08:02 PM |
Note: There are agents and objects. Satan would have us be objects.
2 Nephi 2:14
And now, my sons, I speak unto you these things for your profit and learning; for there is a God, and he hath created all things, both the heavens and the earth, and all things that in them are, both things to act and things to be acted upon.
2 Nephi 2:14
And now, my sons, I speak unto you these things for your profit and learning; for there is a God, and he hath created all things, both the heavens and the earth, and all things that in them are, both things to act and things to be acted upon.
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jonestown19
Lehi is talking to Jacob and Joseph. His sons who were born in the wilderness. (note for 2 Nephi 2:4) |
| February 1, 2011 at 07:47 PM |
Note: Lehi is talking to Jacob and Joseph. His sons who were born in the wilderness.
2 Nephi 2:4
And thou hast beheld in thy youth his glory; wherefore, thou art blessed even as they unto whom he shall minister in the flesh; for the Spirit is the same, yesterday, today, and forever. And the way is prepared from the fall of man, and salvation is free.
2 Nephi 2:4
And thou hast beheld in thy youth his glory; wherefore, thou art blessed even as they unto whom he shall minister in the flesh; for the Spirit is the same, yesterday, today, and forever. And the way is prepared from the fall of man, and salvation is free.
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jonestown19
1)desire
2)seek & believe
3)act
4)revelation (note for 1 Nephi 11:1) |
| January 25, 2011 at 07:47 PM |
Note: 1)desire
2)seek & believe
3)act
4)revelation
1 Nephi 11:1
For it came to pass after I had desired to know the things that my father had seen, and believing that the Lord was able to make them known unto me, as I sat pondering in mine heart I was caught away in the Spirit of the Lord, yea, into an exceedingly high mountain, which I never had before seen, and upon which I never had before set my foot.
1 Nephi 11:1
For it came to pass after I had desired to know the things that my father had seen, and believing that the Lord was able to make them known unto me, as I sat pondering in mine heart I was caught away in the Spirit of the Lord, yea, into an exceedingly high mountain, which I never had before seen, and upon which I never had before set my foot.
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jonestown19
The Lamb of God is the one fighting the battle. Not us. (note for 1 Nephi 14:13) |
| January 25, 2011 at 07:31 PM |
Note: The Lamb of God is the one fighting the battle. Not us.
1 Nephi 14:13
And it came to pass that I beheld that the great mother of abominations did gather together multitudes upon the face of all the earth, among all the nations of the Gentiles, to fight against the Lamb of God.
1 Nephi 14:13
And it came to pass that I beheld that the great mother of abominations did gather together multitudes upon the face of all the earth, among all the nations of the Gentiles, to fight against the Lamb of God.
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jonestown19
The great and abominable church has great power and is all over the earth (note for 1 Nephi 14:11) |
| January 25, 2011 at 07:29 PM |
Note: The great and abominable church has great power and is all over the earth
1 Nephi 14:11
And it came to pass that I looked and beheld the whore of all the earth, and she sat upon many waters; and she had dominion over all the earth, among all nations, kindreds, tongues, and people.
1 Nephi 14:11
And it came to pass that I looked and beheld the whore of all the earth, and she sat upon many waters; and she had dominion over all the earth, among all nations, kindreds, tongues, and people.
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jonestown19
The people did not want to work. People not wanting to work is a sign of a falling society. (note for 1 Nephi 12:23) |
| January 25, 2011 at 07:15 PM |
Note: The people did not want to work. People not wanting to work is a sign of a falling society.
1 Nephi 12:23
And it came to pass that I beheld, after they had dwindled in unbelief they became a dark, and loathsome, and a filthy people, full of idleness and all manner of abominations.
1 Nephi 12:23
And it came to pass that I beheld, after they had dwindled in unbelief they became a dark, and loathsome, and a filthy people, full of idleness and all manner of abominations.
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jonestown19
Sacrifice (note for D&C 98:13) |
| January 23, 2011 at 01:31 PM |
Note: Sacrifice
D&C 98:13
And whoso layeth down his life in my cause, for my name's sake, shall find it again, even life eternal.
D&C 98:13
And whoso layeth down his life in my cause, for my name's sake, shall find it again, even life eternal.
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jonestown19
Literally we will fall away if we stop studying. Wrest means to twist or turn from the proper course. (note for Alma 13:20) |
| January 18, 2011 at 08:41 PM |
Note: Literally we will fall away if we stop studying. Wrest means to twist or turn from the proper course.
Alma 13:20
Now I need not rehearse the matter; what I have said may suffice. Behold, the scriptures are before you; if ye will wrest them it shall be to your own destruction.
Alma 13:20
Now I need not rehearse the matter; what I have said may suffice. Behold, the scriptures are before you; if ye will wrest them it shall be to your own destruction.
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jonestown19
Notice that the Lord gave Laban 3 chances to give over the plates. (note for 1 Nephi 4:17) |
| January 18, 2011 at 08:14 PM |
Note: Notice that the Lord gave Laban 3 chances to give over the plates.
1 Nephi 4:17
And again, I knew that the Lord had delivered Laban into my hands for this cause—that I might obtain the records according to his commandments.
1 Nephi 4:17
And again, I knew that the Lord had delivered Laban into my hands for this cause—that I might obtain the records according to his commandments.
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jonestown19
Plan B (note for 1 Nephi 3:16) |
| January 18, 2011 at 08:12 PM |
Note: Plan B
1 Nephi 3:16
Wherefore, let us be faithful in keeping the commandments of the Lord; therefore let us go down to the land of our father's inheritance, for behold he left gold and silver, and all manner of riches. And all this he hath done because of the commandments of the Lord.
1 Nephi 3:16
Wherefore, let us be faithful in keeping the commandments of the Lord; therefore let us go down to the land of our father's inheritance, for behold he left gold and silver, and all manner of riches. And all this he hath done because of the commandments of the Lord.
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jonestown19
Plan C (note for 1 Nephi 3:29) |
| January 18, 2011 at 08:11 PM |
Note: Plan C
1 Nephi 3:29
And it came to pass as they smote us with a rod, behold, an angel of the Lord came and stood before them, and he spake unto them, saying: Why do ye smite your younger brother with a rod? Know ye not that the Lord hath chosen him to be a ruler over you, and this because of your iniquities? Behold ye shall go up to Jerusalem again, and the Lord will deliver Laban into your hands.
1 Nephi 3:29
And it came to pass as they smote us with a rod, behold, an angel of the Lord came and stood before them, and he spake unto them, saying: Why do ye smite your younger brother with a rod? Know ye not that the Lord hath chosen him to be a ruler over you, and this because of your iniquities? Behold ye shall go up to Jerusalem again, and the Lord will deliver Laban into your hands.
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jonestown19
Plan A (note for 1 Nephi 3:11) |
| January 18, 2011 at 08:10 PM |
Note: Plan A
1 Nephi 3:11
And we cast lots—who of us should go in unto the house of Laban. And it came to pass that the lot fell upon Laman; and Laman went in unto the house of Laban, and he talked with him as he sat in his house.
1 Nephi 3:11
And we cast lots—who of us should go in unto the house of Laban. And it came to pass that the lot fell upon Laman; and Laman went in unto the house of Laban, and he talked with him as he sat in his house.
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jonestown19
Lehi was a well known, influential, wealthy man. (note for 1 Nephi 2:4) |
| January 18, 2011 at 07:32 PM |
Note: Lehi was a well known, influential, wealthy man.
1 Nephi 2:4
And it came to pass that he *departed into the wilderness. And he left his house, and the land of his inheritance, and his gold, and his silver, and his precious things, and took nothing with him, save it were his family, and provisions, and tents, and departed into the wilderness.
1 Nephi 2:4
And it came to pass that he *departed into the wilderness. And he left his house, and the land of his inheritance, and his gold, and his silver, and his precious things, and took nothing with him, save it were his family, and provisions, and tents, and departed into the wilderness.
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jonestown19
At the beginning of the book a pattern is established which has been established through time. God calls a prophet to warn and teach the people. (Moses, Enoch, etc.) (note for 1 Nephi 1:4) |
| January 18, 2011 at 07:31 PM |
Note: At the beginning of the book a pattern is established which has been established through time. God calls a prophet to warn and teach the people. (Moses, Enoch, etc.)
1 Nephi 1:4
For it came to pass in the commencement of the first year of the reign of Zedekiah, king of Judah, (my father, Lehi, having dwelt at Jerusalem in all his days); and in that same year there came many prophets, prophesying unto the people that they must repent, or the great city Jerusalem must be destroyed.
1 Nephi 1:4
For it came to pass in the commencement of the first year of the reign of Zedekiah, king of Judah, (my father, Lehi, having dwelt at Jerusalem in all his days); and in that same year there came many prophets, prophesying unto the people that they must repent, or the great city Jerusalem must be destroyed.
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jonestown19
It's a book of answers. (note for Introduction) |
| January 11, 2011 at 08:32 PM |
Note: It's a book of answers.
Introduction
The crowning event recorded in the Book of Mormon is the personal ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ among the Nephites soon after his resurrection. It puts forth the doctrines of the gospel, outlines the plan of salvation, and tells men what they must do to gain peace in this life and eternal salvation in the life to come.
Introduction
The crowning event recorded in the Book of Mormon is the personal ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ among the Nephites soon after his resurrection. It puts forth the doctrines of the gospel, outlines the plan of salvation, and tells men what they must do to gain peace in this life and eternal salvation in the life to come.
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jonestown19
Great scripture (note for Alma 5:46) |
| January 11, 2011 at 08:31 PM |
Note: Great scripture
Alma 5:46
Behold, I say unto you they are made known unto me by the Holy Spirit of God. Behold, I have fasted and prayed many days that I might know these things of myself. And now I do know of myself that they are true; for the Lord God hath made them manifest unto me by his Holy Spirit; and this is the spirit of revelation which is in me.
Alma 5:46
Behold, I say unto you they are made known unto me by the Holy Spirit of God. Behold, I have fasted and prayed many days that I might know these things of myself. And now I do know of myself that they are true; for the Lord God hath made them manifest unto me by his Holy Spirit; and this is the spirit of revelation which is in me.
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jonestown19
The point is to exercise faith. (note for D&C 44:2) |
| January 11, 2011 at 07:46 PM |
Note: The point is to exercise faith.
D&C 44:2
And it shall come to pass, that inasmuch as they are faithful, and exercise faith in me, I will pour out my Spirit upon them in the day that they assemble themselves together.
D&C 44:2
And it shall come to pass, that inasmuch as they are faithful, and exercise faith in me, I will pour out my Spirit upon them in the day that they assemble themselves together.
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jonestown19
Keyword - heart. The heart refers to who we really are. Who we are when no one is around.
Keyword - unto. The spirit will bear testimony to the heart, not into.
The holy ghost is who we are... (note for 2 Nephi 33:1) |
| January 11, 2011 at 07:35 PM |
Note: Keyword - heart. The heart refers to who we really are. Who we are when no one is around.
Keyword - unto. The spirit will bear testimony to the heart, not into.
The holy ghost is who we are trying to let in. The holy ghost is the real teacher. Not us. It's never about the teacher.
2 Nephi 33:1
And now I, Nephi, cannot write all the things which were taught among my people; neither am I mighty in writing, like unto speaking; for when a man speaketh by the power of the Holy Ghost the power of the Holy Ghost carrieth it unto the hearts of the children of men.
2 Nephi 33:1
And now I, Nephi, cannot write all the things which were taught among my people; neither am I mighty in writing, like unto speaking; for when a man speaketh by the power of the Holy Ghost the power of the Holy Ghost carrieth it unto the hearts of the children of men.
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jonestown19
Learning by faith. It's an action. (note for D&C 88:118) |
| January 11, 2011 at 07:18 PM |
Note: Learning by faith. It's an action.
D&C 88:118
And as all have not faith, seek ye diligently and teach one another words of wisdom; yea, seek ye out of the best books words of wisdom; seek learning, even by study and also by faith.
D&C 88:118
And as all have not faith, seek ye diligently and teach one another words of wisdom; yea, seek ye out of the best books words of wisdom; seek learning, even by study and also by faith.
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jonestown19
This is what separates us from other religions. (note for 1 Nephi 2:16) |
| January 9, 2011 at 02:23 PM |
Note: This is what separates us from other religions.
1 Nephi 2:16
And it came to pass that I, Nephi, being exceedingly young, nevertheless being large in stature, and also having great desires to know of the mysteries of God, wherefore, I did cry unto the Lord; and behold he did visit me, and did soften my heart that I did believe all the words which had been spoken by my father; wherefore, I did not rebel against him like unto my brothers.
1 Nephi 2:16
And it came to pass that I, Nephi, being exceedingly young, nevertheless being large in stature, and also having great desires to know of the mysteries of God, wherefore, I did cry unto the Lord; and behold he did visit me, and did soften my heart that I did believe all the words which had been spoken by my father; wherefore, I did not rebel against him like unto my brothers.
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jonestown19
Fullfillment of prophecy in Zechariah 11:12, 13 (note for Matthew 26:15) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:24 PM |
Note: Fullfillment of prophecy in Zechariah 11:12, 13
Matthew 26:15
And said unto them, What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver.
Matthew 26:15
And said unto them, What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver.
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jonestown19
Fullfillment of prophecy in Zechariah 11:12, 13 (note for Matthew 27:7) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:23 PM |
Note: Fullfillment of prophecy in Zechariah 11:12, 13
Matthew 27:7
And they took counsel, and bought with them the potter's field, to bury strangers in.
Matthew 27:7
And they took counsel, and bought with them the potter's field, to bury strangers in.
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jonestown19
Prophecy fullfilled in Matthew 26:15; 27:7. See Zechariah chapter 13 also. (note for Zechariah 11:12) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:22 PM |
Note: Prophecy fullfilled in Matthew 26:15; 27:7. See Zechariah chapter 13 also.
Zechariah 11:12
And I said unto them, If ye think good, give me my price; and if not, forbear. So they weighed for my price thirty pieces of silver.
Zechariah 11:12
And I said unto them, If ye think good, give me my price; and if not, forbear. So they weighed for my price thirty pieces of silver.
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jonestown19
Prophecy of chapter fullfilled in Matthew 26:15; 27:7 (note for Zechariah 13:1) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:21 PM |
Note: Prophecy of chapter fullfilled in Matthew 26:15; 27:7
Zechariah 13:1
In that day there shall be a fountain opened to the house of David and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem for sin and for uncleanness.
Zechariah 13:1
In that day there shall be a fountain opened to the house of David and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem for sin and for uncleanness.
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jonestown19
Fullfillment of prophecy in Zechariah 9:9. (note for Matthew 21:5) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:19 PM |
Note: Fullfillment of prophecy in Zechariah 9:9.
Matthew 21:5
Tell ye the daughter of Sion, Behold, thy King cometh unto thee, meek, and sitting upon an ass, and a colt the foal of an ass.
Matthew 21:5
Tell ye the daughter of Sion, Behold, thy King cometh unto thee, meek, and sitting upon an ass, and a colt the foal of an ass.
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jonestown19
Prophecy fullfilled in Matthew 21:1-5 (note for Zechariah 9:9) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:18 PM |
Note: Prophecy fullfilled in Matthew 21:1-5
Zechariah 9:9
¶ Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.
Zechariah 9:9
¶ Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.
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jonestown19
What do we learn from D&C 110:1-4? (note for D&C 110:1) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:15 PM |
Note: What do we learn from D&C 110:1-4?
D&C 110:1
The veil was taken from our minds, and the eyes of our understanding were opened.
D&C 110:1
The veil was taken from our minds, and the eyes of our understanding were opened.
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jonestown19
Who followed ancient Israel in the wilderness? (note for 1 Corinthians 10:4) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:14 PM |
Note: Who followed ancient Israel in the wilderness?
1 Corinthians 10:4
And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ.
1 Corinthians 10:4
And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ.
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jonestown19
What caused the war in Heaven? Read verses 1-4. (note for Moses 4:1) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:04 PM |
Note: What caused the war in Heaven? Read verses 1-4.
Moses 4:1
And I, the Lord God, spake unto Moses, saying: That Satan, whom thou hast commanded in the name of mine Only Begotten, is the same which was from the beginning, and he came before me, saying—Behold, here am I, send me, I will be thy son, and I will redeem all mankind, that one soul shall not be lost, and surely I will do it; wherefore give me thine honor.
Moses 4:1
And I, the Lord God, spake unto Moses, saying: That Satan, whom thou hast commanded in the name of mine Only Begotten, is the same which was from the beginning, and he came before me, saying—Behold, here am I, send me, I will be thy son, and I will redeem all mankind, that one soul shall not be lost, and surely I will do it; wherefore give me thine honor.
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jonestown19
What seems to be the key reason why Jesus was selected of the Father? See verse 23 also. (note for Abraham 3:27) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:02 PM |
Note: What seems to be the key reason why Jesus was selected of the Father? See verse 23 also.
Abraham 3:27
And the Lord said: Whom shall I send? And one answered like unto the Son of Man: Here am I, send me. And another answered and said: Here am I, send me. And the Lord said: I will send the first.
Abraham 3:27
And the Lord said: Whom shall I send? And one answered like unto the Son of Man: Here am I, send me. And another answered and said: Here am I, send me. And the Lord said: I will send the first.
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jonestown19
What seems to be the key reason why Jesus was selected of the Father? See verse 27 also. (note for Abraham 3:23) |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:02 PM |
Note: What seems to be the key reason why Jesus was selected of the Father? See verse 27 also.
Abraham 3:23
And God saw these souls that they were good, and he stood in the midst of them, and he said: These I will make my rulers; for he stood among those that were spirits, and he saw that they were good; and he said unto me: Abraham, thou art one of them; thou wast chosen before thou wast born.
Abraham 3:23
And God saw these souls that they were good, and he stood in the midst of them, and he said: These I will make my rulers; for he stood among those that were spirits, and he saw that they were good; and he said unto me: Abraham, thou art one of them; thou wast chosen before thou wast born.
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jonestown19
What does this verse mean? (note for Acts 20:28) |
| January 4, 2011 at 08:51 AM |
Note: What does this verse mean?
Acts 20:28
¶ Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.
Acts 20:28
¶ Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.
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jonestown19
Joseph Smith said: "The nearer we get to our Heavenly Father the more we are disposed to look with compassion on perishing souls. We feel we want to take them on our shoulders and cast their... (note for D&C 64:10) |
| December 16, 2010 at 09:16 AM |
Note: Joseph Smith said: "The nearer we get to our Heavenly Father the more we are disposed to look with compassion on perishing souls. We feel we want to take them on our shoulders and cast their sins behind our backs."
D&C 64:10
I, the Lord, will forgive whom I will forgive, but of you it is required to forgive all men.
D&C 64:10
I, the Lord, will forgive whom I will forgive, but of you it is required to forgive all men.
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jonestown19 bookmarked Alma 26:37 |
| December 12, 2010 at 09:21 AM |
Alma 26:37
Now my brethren, we see that God is mindful of every people, whatsoever land they may be in; yea, he numbereth his people, and his bowels of mercy are over all the earth. Now this is my joy, and my great thanksgiving; yea, and I will give thanks unto my God forever. Amen.
Now my brethren, we see that God is mindful of every people, whatsoever land they may be in; yea, he numbereth his people, and his bowels of mercy are over all the earth. Now this is my joy, and my great thanksgiving; yea, and I will give thanks unto my God forever. Amen.
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jonestown19 bookmarked Alma 26:27 |
| December 12, 2010 at 09:20 AM |
Alma 26:27
Now when our hearts were depressed, and we were about to turn back, behold, the Lord comforted us, and said: Go amongst thy brethren, the Lamanites, and bear with patience thine afflictions, and I will give unto you success.
Now when our hearts were depressed, and we were about to turn back, behold, the Lord comforted us, and said: Go amongst thy brethren, the Lamanites, and bear with patience thine afflictions, and I will give unto you success.
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jonestown19 bookmarked Alma 26:22 |
| December 12, 2010 at 09:20 AM |
Alma 26:22
Yea, he that repenteth and exerciseth faith, and bringeth forth good works, and prayeth continually without ceasing—unto such it is given to know the mysteries of God; yea, unto such it shall be given to reveal things which never have been revealed; yea, and it shall be given unto such to bring thousands of souls to repentance, even as it has been given unto us to bring these our brethren to repentance.
Yea, he that repenteth and exerciseth faith, and bringeth forth good works, and prayeth continually without ceasing—unto such it is given to know the mysteries of God; yea, unto such it shall be given to reveal things which never have been revealed; yea, and it shall be given unto such to bring thousands of souls to repentance, even as it has been given unto us to bring these our brethren to repentance.
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jonestown19
Not only the body of man. But also the body of the church. (note for 1 Corinthians 3:16) |
| December 12, 2010 at 08:43 AM |
Note: Not only the body of man. But also the body of the church.
1 Corinthians 3:16
Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?
1 Corinthians 3:16
Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?
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jonestown19
The sheep referenced in this verse is us as people.
(note for Luke 15:4) |
| April 19, 2010 at 10:43 AM |
Note: The sheep referenced in this verse is us as people.
Luke 15:4
What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it?
Luke 15:4
What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it?
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jonestown19 bookmarked Choose you this day |
| June 18, 2009 at 06:32 AM |
Joshua 24:15
And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
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jonestown19 bookmarked Isaiah 55:6 |
| June 18, 2009 at 06:32 AM |
Isaiah 55:6
¶ Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
¶ Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
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jonestown19 bookmarked Anxiously Engaged |
| June 18, 2009 at 06:32 AM |
D&C 58:27
Verily I say, men should be anxiously engaged in a good cause, and do many things of their own free will, and bring to pass much righteousness;
Verily I say, men should be anxiously engaged in a good cause, and do many things of their own free will, and bring to pass much righteousness;
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jonestown19 bookmarked A Sure Foundation |
| June 18, 2009 at 06:32 AM |
Helaman 5:12
And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.
And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.
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jonestown19 bookmarked Romans 1:16 |
| June 18, 2009 at 06:32 AM |
Romans 1:16
For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
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jonestown19 bookmarked Philippians 4:13 |
| June 18, 2009 at 06:32 AM |
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 11:21 |
| April 10, 2011 at 11:14 AM |
D&C 11:21
Seek not to declare my word, but first seek to obtain my word, and then shall your tongue be loosed; then, if you desire, you shall have my Spirit and my word, yea, the power of God unto the convincing of men.
Seek not to declare my word, but first seek to obtain my word, and then shall your tongue be loosed; then, if you desire, you shall have my Spirit and my word, yea, the power of God unto the convincing of men.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 12:7 |
| April 10, 2011 at 11:11 AM |
Alma 12:7
Now when Alma had spoken these words, Zeezrom began to tremble more exceedingly, for he was convinced more and more of the power of God; and he was also convinced that Alma and Amulek had a knowledge of him, for he was convinced that they knew the thoughts and intents of his heart; for power was given unto them that they might know of these things according to the spirit of prophecy.
Now when Alma had spoken these words, Zeezrom began to tremble more exceedingly, for he was convinced more and more of the power of God; and he was also convinced that Alma and Amulek had a knowledge of him, for he was convinced that they knew the thoughts and intents of his heart; for power was given unto them that they might know of these things according to the spirit of prophecy.
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jonestown19 highlighted Moses 4:1 |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:05 PM |
Moses 4:1
And I, the Lord God, spake unto Moses, saying: That Satan, whom thou hast commanded in the name of mine Only Begotten, is the same which was from the beginning, and he came before me, saying—Behold, here am I, send me, I will be thy son, and I will redeem all mankind, that one soul shall not be lost, and surely I will do it; wherefore give me thine honor.
And I, the Lord God, spake unto Moses, saying: That Satan, whom thou hast commanded in the name of mine Only Begotten, is the same which was from the beginning, and he came before me, saying—Behold, here am I, send me, I will be thy son, and I will redeem all mankind, that one soul shall not be lost, and surely I will do it; wherefore give me thine honor.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 84:85 |
| April 10, 2011 at 11:06 AM |
D&C 84:85
Neither take ye thought beforehand what ye shall say; but treasure up in your minds continually the words of life, and it shall be given you in the very hour that portion that shall be meted unto every man.
Neither take ye thought beforehand what ye shall say; but treasure up in your minds continually the words of life, and it shall be given you in the very hour that portion that shall be meted unto every man.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 110:1 |
| January 9, 2011 at 12:14 PM |
D&C 110:1
The veil was taken from our minds, and the eyes of our understanding were opened.
The veil was taken from our minds, and the eyes of our understanding were opened.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 5:46 |
| January 11, 2011 at 08:31 PM |
Alma 5:46
Behold, I say unto you they are made known unto me by the Holy Spirit of God. Behold, I have fasted and prayed many days that I might know these things of myself. And now I do know of myself that they are true; for the Lord God hath made them manifest unto me by his Holy Spirit; and this is the spirit of revelation which is in me.
Behold, I say unto you they are made known unto me by the Holy Spirit of God. Behold, I have fasted and prayed many days that I might know these things of myself. And now I do know of myself that they are true; for the Lord God hath made them manifest unto me by his Holy Spirit; and this is the spirit of revelation which is in me.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 84:61 |
| January 9, 2011 at 01:41 PM |
D&C 84:61
For I will forgive you of your sins with this commandment—that you remain steadfast in your minds in solemnity and the spirit of prayer, in bearing testimony to all the world of those things which are communicated unto you.
For I will forgive you of your sins with this commandment—that you remain steadfast in your minds in solemnity and the spirit of prayer, in bearing testimony to all the world of those things which are communicated unto you.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 42:29 |
| January 9, 2011 at 01:22 PM |
Alma 42:29
And now, my son, I desire that ye should let these things trouble you no more, and only let your sins trouble you, with that trouble which shall bring you down unto repentance.
And now, my son, I desire that ye should let these things trouble you no more, and only let your sins trouble you, with that trouble which shall bring you down unto repentance.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 42:30 |
| January 9, 2011 at 01:22 PM |
Alma 42:30
O my son, I desire that ye should deny the justice of God no more. Do not endeavor to excuse yourself in the least point because of your sins, by denying the justice of God; but do you let the justice of God, and his mercy, and his long-suffering have full sway in your heart; and let it bring you down to the dust in humility.
O my son, I desire that ye should deny the justice of God no more. Do not endeavor to excuse yourself in the least point because of your sins, by denying the justice of God; but do you let the justice of God, and his mercy, and his long-suffering have full sway in your heart; and let it bring you down to the dust in humility.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 44:1 |
| January 11, 2011 at 07:40 PM |
D&C 44:1
Behold, thus saith the Lord unto you my servants, it is expedient in me that the elders of my church should be called together, from the east and from the west, and from the north and from the south, by letter or some other way.
Behold, thus saith the Lord unto you my servants, it is expedient in me that the elders of my church should be called together, from the east and from the west, and from the north and from the south, by letter or some other way.
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jonestown19 highlighted Introduction |
| January 11, 2011 at 08:32 PM |
Introduction
The crowning event recorded in the Book of Mormon is the personal ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ among the Nephites soon after his resurrection. It puts forth the doctrines of the gospel, outlines the plan of salvation, and tells men what they must do to gain peace in this life and eternal salvation in the life to come.
The crowning event recorded in the Book of Mormon is the personal ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ among the Nephites soon after his resurrection. It puts forth the doctrines of the gospel, outlines the plan of salvation, and tells men what they must do to gain peace in this life and eternal salvation in the life to come.
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jonestown19 highlighted 2 Nephi 33:1 |
| January 11, 2011 at 07:24 PM |
2 Nephi 33:1
And now I, Nephi, cannot write all the things which were taught among my people; neither am I mighty in writing, like unto speaking; for when a man speaketh by the power of the Holy Ghost the power of the Holy Ghost carrieth it unto the hearts of the children of men.
And now I, Nephi, cannot write all the things which were taught among my people; neither am I mighty in writing, like unto speaking; for when a man speaketh by the power of the Holy Ghost the power of the Holy Ghost carrieth it unto the hearts of the children of men.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 46:14 |
| January 11, 2011 at 08:39 PM |
D&C 46:14
To others it is given to believe on their words, that they also might have eternal life if they continue faithful.
To others it is given to believe on their words, that they also might have eternal life if they continue faithful.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 46:12 |
| January 11, 2011 at 08:39 PM |
D&C 46:12
To some is given one, and to some is given another, that all may be profited thereby.
To some is given one, and to some is given another, that all may be profited thereby.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 46:13 |
| January 11, 2011 at 08:39 PM |
D&C 46:13
To some it is given by the Holy Ghost to know that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and that he was crucified for the sins of the world.
To some it is given by the Holy Ghost to know that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and that he was crucified for the sins of the world.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 46:11 |
| January 11, 2011 at 08:39 PM |
D&C 46:11
For all have not every gift given unto them; for there are many gifts, and to every man is given a gift by the Spirit of God.
For all have not every gift given unto them; for there are many gifts, and to every man is given a gift by the Spirit of God.
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jonestown19 highlighted 3 Nephi 15:3 |
| January 16, 2011 at 02:07 PM |
3 Nephi 15:3
And he said unto them: Marvel not that I said unto you that old things had passed away, and that all things had become new.
And he said unto them: Marvel not that I said unto you that old things had passed away, and that all things had become new.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 97:9 |
| January 10, 2011 at 02:44 PM |
D&C 97:9
For I, the Lord, will cause them to bring forth as a very fruitful tree which is planted in a goodly land, by a pure stream, that yieldeth much precious fruit.
For I, the Lord, will cause them to bring forth as a very fruitful tree which is planted in a goodly land, by a pure stream, that yieldeth much precious fruit.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 97:8 |
| January 10, 2011 at 02:44 PM |
D&C 97:8
Verily I say unto you, all among them who know their hearts are honest, and are broken, and their spirits contrite, and are willing to observe their covenants by sacrifice—yea, every sacrifice which I, the Lord, shall command—they are accepted of me.
Verily I say unto you, all among them who know their hearts are honest, and are broken, and their spirits contrite, and are willing to observe their covenants by sacrifice—yea, every sacrifice which I, the Lord, shall command—they are accepted of me.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 29:4 |
| February 6, 2011 at 09:12 AM |
Alma 29:4
I ought not to harrow up in my desires, the firm decree of a just God, for I know that he granteth unto men according to their desire, whether it be unto death or unto life; yea, I know that he allotteth unto men, yea, decreeth unto them decrees which are unalterable, according to their wills, whether they be unto salvation or unto destruction.
I ought not to harrow up in my desires, the firm decree of a just God, for I know that he granteth unto men according to their desire, whether it be unto death or unto life; yea, I know that he allotteth unto men, yea, decreeth unto them decrees which are unalterable, according to their wills, whether they be unto salvation or unto destruction.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 29:9 |
| February 12, 2011 at 04:12 AM |
Alma 29:9
I know that which the Lord hath commanded me, and I glory in it. I do not glory of myself, but I glory in that which the Lord hath commanded me; yea, and this is my glory, that perhaps I may be an instrument in the hands of God to bring some soul to repentance; and this is my joy.
I know that which the Lord hath commanded me, and I glory in it. I do not glory of myself, but I glory in that which the Lord hath commanded me; yea, and this is my glory, that perhaps I may be an instrument in the hands of God to bring some soul to repentance; and this is my joy.
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jonestown19 highlighted 1 Nephi 2:16 |
| January 9, 2011 at 02:22 PM |
1 Nephi 2:16
And it came to pass that I, Nephi, being exceedingly young, nevertheless being large in stature, and also having great desires to know of the mysteries of God, wherefore, I did cry unto the Lord; and behold he did visit me, and did soften my heart that I did believe all the words which had been spoken by my father; wherefore, I did not rebel against him like unto my brothers.
And it came to pass that I, Nephi, being exceedingly young, nevertheless being large in stature, and also having great desires to know of the mysteries of God, wherefore, I did cry unto the Lord; and behold he did visit me, and did soften my heart that I did believe all the words which had been spoken by my father; wherefore, I did not rebel against him like unto my brothers.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 42:14 |
| April 10, 2011 at 11:12 AM |
D&C 42:14
And the Spirit shall be given unto you by the prayer of faith; and if ye receive not the Spirit ye shall not teach.
And the Spirit shall be given unto you by the prayer of faith; and if ye receive not the Spirit ye shall not teach.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 44:2 |
| January 11, 2011 at 07:40 PM |
D&C 44:2
And it shall come to pass, that inasmuch as they are faithful, and exercise faith in me, I will pour out my Spirit upon them in the day that they assemble themselves together.
And it shall come to pass, that inasmuch as they are faithful, and exercise faith in me, I will pour out my Spirit upon them in the day that they assemble themselves together.
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jonestown19 highlighted Joshua 1:8 |
| September 3, 2010 at 08:36 PM |
Joshua 1:8
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 21:4 |
| September 3, 2010 at 08:38 PM |
D&C 21:4
Wherefore, meaning the church, thou shalt give heed unto all his words and commandments which he shall give unto you as he receiveth them, walking in all holiness before me;
Wherefore, meaning the church, thou shalt give heed unto all his words and commandments which he shall give unto you as he receiveth them, walking in all holiness before me;
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 52:14 |
| October 24, 2010 at 05:19 AM |
D&C 52:14
And again, I will give unto you a pattern in all things, that ye may not be deceived; for Satan is abroad in the land, and he goeth forth deceiving the nations—
And again, I will give unto you a pattern in all things, that ye may not be deceived; for Satan is abroad in the land, and he goeth forth deceiving the nations—
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 52:15 |
| October 24, 2010 at 05:20 AM |
D&C 52:15
Wherefore he that prayeth, whose spirit is contrite, the same is accepted of me if he obey mine ordinances.
Wherefore he that prayeth, whose spirit is contrite, the same is accepted of me if he obey mine ordinances.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 52:16 |
| October 24, 2010 at 05:21 AM |
D&C 52:16
He that speaketh, whose spirit is contrite, whose language is meek and edifieth, the same is of God if he obey mine ordinances.
He that speaketh, whose spirit is contrite, whose language is meek and edifieth, the same is of God if he obey mine ordinances.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 52:17 |
| October 24, 2010 at 05:21 AM |
D&C 52:17
And again, he that trembleth under my power shall be made strong, and shall bring forth fruits of praise and wisdom, according to the revelations and truths which I have given you.
And again, he that trembleth under my power shall be made strong, and shall bring forth fruits of praise and wisdom, according to the revelations and truths which I have given you.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 52:18 |
| October 24, 2010 at 05:22 AM |
D&C 52:18
And again, he that is overcome and bringeth not forth fruits, even according to this pattern, is not of me.
And again, he that is overcome and bringeth not forth fruits, even according to this pattern, is not of me.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 52:19 |
| October 24, 2010 at 05:23 AM |
D&C 52:19
Wherefore, by this pattern ye shall know the spirits in all cases under the whole heavens.
Wherefore, by this pattern ye shall know the spirits in all cases under the whole heavens.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 50:22 |
| December 6, 2010 at 09:46 PM |
D&C 50:22
Wherefore, he that preacheth and he that receiveth, understand one another, and both are edified and rejoice together.
Wherefore, he that preacheth and he that receiveth, understand one another, and both are edified and rejoice together.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 26:27 |
| December 12, 2010 at 09:18 AM |
Alma 26:27
Now when our hearts were depressed, and we were about to turn back, behold, the Lord comforted us, and said: Go amongst thy brethren, the Lamanites, and bear with patience thine afflictions, and I will give unto you success.
Now when our hearts were depressed, and we were about to turn back, behold, the Lord comforted us, and said: Go amongst thy brethren, the Lamanites, and bear with patience thine afflictions, and I will give unto you success.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 26:22 |
| December 12, 2010 at 09:18 AM |
Alma 26:22
Yea, he that repenteth and exerciseth faith, and bringeth forth good works, and prayeth continually without ceasing—unto such it is given to know the mysteries of God; yea, unto such it shall be given to reveal things which never have been revealed; yea, and it shall be given unto such to bring thousands of souls to repentance, even as it has been given unto us to bring these our brethren to repentance.
Yea, he that repenteth and exerciseth faith, and bringeth forth good works, and prayeth continually without ceasing—unto such it is given to know the mysteries of God; yea, unto such it shall be given to reveal things which never have been revealed; yea, and it shall be given unto such to bring thousands of souls to repentance, even as it has been given unto us to bring these our brethren to repentance.
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jonestown19 highlighted Acts 20:28 |
| January 4, 2011 at 08:50 AM |
Acts 20:28
¶ Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.
¶ Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 84:19 |
| August 29, 2010 at 10:34 AM |
D&C 84:19
And this greater priesthood administereth the gospel and holdeth the key of the mysteries of the kingdom, even the key of the knowledge of God.
And this greater priesthood administereth the gospel and holdeth the key of the mysteries of the kingdom, even the key of the knowledge of God.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 109:26 |
| August 29, 2010 at 10:25 AM |
D&C 109:26
That no combination of wickedness shall have power to rise up and prevail over thy people upon whom thy name shall be put in this house;
That no combination of wickedness shall have power to rise up and prevail over thy people upon whom thy name shall be put in this house;
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 17:2 |
| September 3, 2010 at 08:37 PM |
Alma 17:2
Now these sons of Mosiah were with Alma at the time the angel first appeared unto him; therefore Alma did rejoice exceedingly to see his brethren; and what added more to his joy, they were still his brethren in the Lord; yea, and they had waxed strong in the knowledge of the truth; for they were men of a sound understanding and they had searched the scriptures diligently, that they might know the word of God.
Now these sons of Mosiah were with Alma at the time the angel first appeared unto him; therefore Alma did rejoice exceedingly to see his brethren; and what added more to his joy, they were still his brethren in the Lord; yea, and they had waxed strong in the knowledge of the truth; for they were men of a sound understanding and they had searched the scriptures diligently, that they might know the word of God.
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jonestown19 highlighted 2 Nephi 32:3 |
| September 3, 2010 at 08:36 PM |
2 Nephi 32:3
Angels speak by the power of the Holy Ghost; wherefore, they speak the words of Christ. Wherefore, I said unto you, feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do.
Angels speak by the power of the Holy Ghost; wherefore, they speak the words of Christ. Wherefore, I said unto you, feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do.
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jonestown19 highlighted Joshua 24:15 |
| April 19, 2010 at 10:42 AM |
Joshua 24:15
And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
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jonestown19 highlighted 1 Nephi 1:20 |
| January 18, 2011 at 07:54 PM |
1 Nephi 1:20
And when the Jews heard these things they were angry with him; yea, even as with the prophets of old, whom they had cast out, and stoned, and slain; and they also sought his life, that they might take it away. But behold, I, Nephi, will show unto you that the tender mercies of the Lord are over all those whom he hath chosen, because of their faith, to make them mighty even unto the power of deliverance.
And when the Jews heard these things they were angry with him; yea, even as with the prophets of old, whom they had cast out, and stoned, and slain; and they also sought his life, that they might take it away. But behold, I, Nephi, will show unto you that the tender mercies of the Lord are over all those whom he hath chosen, because of their faith, to make them mighty even unto the power of deliverance.
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jonestown19 highlighted Alma 24:25 |
| June 6, 2010 at 11:40 AM |
Alma 24:25
And it came to pass that they threw down their weapons of war, and they would not take them again, for they were stung for the murders which they had committed; and they came down even as their brethren, relying upon the mercies of those whose arms were lifted to slay them.
And it came to pass that they threw down their weapons of war, and they would not take them again, for they were stung for the murders which they had committed; and they came down even as their brethren, relying upon the mercies of those whose arms were lifted to slay them.
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jonestown19 highlighted D&C 38:11 |
| August 29, 2010 at 10:24 AM |
D&C 38:11
For all flesh is corrupted before me; and the powers of darkness prevail upon the earth, among the children of men, in the presence of all the hosts of heaven—
For all flesh is corrupted before me; and the powers of darkness prevail upon the earth, among the children of men, in the presence of all the hosts of heaven—
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jonestown19 highlighted Words of Mormon 1:7 |
| January 8, 2011 at 04:05 AM |
Words of Mormon 1:7
And I do this for a wise purpose; for thus it whispereth me, according to the workings of the Spirit of the Lord which is in me. And now, I do not know all things; but the Lord knoweth all things which are to come; wherefore, he worketh in me to do according to his will.
And I do this for a wise purpose; for thus it whispereth me, according to the workings of the Spirit of the Lord which is in me. And now, I do not know all things; but the Lord knoweth all things which are to come; wherefore, he worketh in me to do according to his will.
