Nov 10, 2011 prophets and apostles talk about the book of mormon. The book of mormon the major mission of the book of mormon, as recorded on its title page, is to the convincing of the jew and gentile that jesus is the christ, the eternal god, manifesting himself unto all nations. The first thing that i noticed was a picture of jesus christ with his hands on top of the head of the apostle john ordaining him. The book of mormon contains many religious themes, most notably those of faith and doubt. It teaches that we must come unto him or we cannot be saved 1 nephi. Testimonies of the book of mormon the church of jesus christ of. The title of the churchs website, mormon and gay, reflects the reality that a person doesnt need to choose between these two identities one can, in fact, be gay and live faithful.
Testimonies of the book of mormon from a sunday school in the aspen heights ward. Their written testimonies are included herewith as the testimony of three witnesses and the testimony of eight witnesses. The book of mormon is not simply an account of nephite history. Mar 12, 2017 testimonies of the book of mormon from a sunday school in the aspen heights ward. Missing indices indicate people in the index who are not in the book of mormon. The book of mormon tickets the book of mormon tickets. The present edition of the book of mormon contains 531 pages. I remember waking up very earlier as a family to read from its pages. The book of mormon has been acknowledged as one of the most influential books in human history. You are invited to take a leap of faith and begin to learn more about the church of jesus christ of latterday saints by visiting the official website at. Welch and tim rathbone, book of mormon translation by joseph smith. Studies of the book of mormon is a collection of essays written at the beginning of the 20th century though not published until 1985 by b. Controversial testimonies and the mormon church handbook. If you go to you can request a free copy of the book of mormon.
Latterday saint youth from around the world bear testimony of the power of the book of mormon in their. Doing so will not require you to meet with the missionaries, unless you would like to. Testimonies of the book of mormon the savior and the prophets testify about the most correct book. Book of mormon testimonies the church of jesus christ of latterday. The primary purpose of the book of mormon is to convince all people that jesus is the christ. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. The literary testimony of the book of mormon rust, richard dilworth on. Reading this book was a pleasure as i studied the book of mormon from this literary perspective. All three men upheld their testimony of the book of mormon at their deaths. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. An examination of the mormon spirit testifying of falsehoods can be found in elder paul dunn. Testimonies for the book of mormon evangelization station. The mormon testimony mormons claim that a personal feeling, a burning in the bosom, which is interpreted to be a manifestation of the holy ghost, is the only evidence needed to prove that the religion is true.
Ive felt prompted for a few weeks now that i want to write a post about my testimony of the book of mormon. What need did i have to ask god if the book of mormon was true if i already knew it was true. A very plausible lost and missing novel by solomon spalding manuscript found, separate and distinct from the oberlin manuscript has not been ruled out by mormon apologists. Yet, with all of the digs and research ferguson and his team undertook, they failed to find one artifact to prove that book of mormon nephite cities, villages, or territories ever existed. Book of mormon testimonies liahona, oct 1984, 10 the savior and the prophets testify about the most correct book. Scholarly gospel doctrine teacher and mt contributor. Reconstructing the book of mormons missing stories 9781589587601.
So, i picked up my copy of the book of mormon and started to read it. I felt prompted to share my testimony of the book of mormon with you. Heres your first look at the new book of mormon videos. Hinckley challenged the members of the church to read the book of mormon cover to cover individually. Its one i love so much, my kids all have it memorized. Roberts 18571933, a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church, which examine the validity of the book of mormon as a translation of an ancient american source. Apr 04, 2009 nonlds people who still believe in the book of mormon april 4, 2009 in book of mormon i recently read a great post over on the mormanity website on a guy named bookslinger who has been flooding the earth with the book of mormon as well as the bible. It contains many examples of faithful disciples who had faith in jesus christ and received the blessings of his atonement. Well if the book of mormon isnt true then the promise is meaningless. Nelson when you read the book of mormon, concentrate on the principal figure in the bookfrom its first chapter to the lastthe.
Prophets and apostles talk about the book of mormon. Seminary is a program for mormon youth high school students. The book of mormon is the testament of the new world, and they go hand in hand in testimony of the lord jesus christ. This book testifies of jesus christ, his divinity and mission. Thou art my firstborn in the days of my tribulation in the wilderness. The book of mormon strengthens faith in the atonement. Personally i think it is awesome that these people are true to their testimonies of the book of mormon even though for whatever reason they are not currently members of the lds church. The book of mormon is a convincing witness for jesus christ because its writers freely shared their personal testimonies of him and communicated their individual feelings and thoughts about his attributes and functions.
In preparing for it, one striking discovery i made was the central role played by the narrators nephi, mormon, and moroni. The book of mormon fills my life with joy and hope. I wanted what i had seen in the mormon missionaries who had. Fourteen centuries later, in 1823, the angel moroni led joseph smith to the plates hidden in a hillside in upstate new york. When you read the book of mormon, concentrate on the principal figure in the book. The book of mormon records that the nephites constructed houses of cement, 34 as well as temples, synagogues and sanctuaries 35 throughout their territories. That wedding of the rational and the religious works well for a volume which argues that the literary dimensions of the book of mormon contribute deliberately and dramatically to its religious impact. Testimonies of the book of mormon other prophets have testified simply of the divinity of the book of mormon. Book of mormon, testing of mormon quotes life after. The savior referred to the book of mormon as his new covenant with the house of israel. Welch and tim rathbone, book of mormon translation by joseph smith, encyclopedia of mormonism, 4 vols. I bear testimony that joseph smith was raised up by almighty god as a prophet in the last dispensation and fullness of times. None of the eight witnesses is known to have denied his testimony of the authenticity of the book of mormon or the golden plates.
The book of mormon is the most important religious text to be revealed from god to man since the writings of the new testament were compiled nearly two millennia ago. He found this transparency uncharacteristic of the pattern of the old testament that referenced the savior more subtly. I bear witness to my family, my loved ones, my posterity, and the world that the book of mormon is true and is indeed the word of god and that joseph smith was the person god chose to restore the true gospel to the earth, in this last of dispensations, in preparation for the second coming of the savior. He also challenged members to comply with moronis challenge see scripture. Though his fantastic stories felt good, many were later proven to be fabrications. Explore around to see how the book of mormon can bless your life. Mormon 1 1 and now i, mormon, make a record of the things which i have both seen and heard, and call it the book of mormon. And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him. Mar 15, 20 the primary purpose of the book of mormon is to convince all people that jesus is the christ. Shortly thereafter, pistol and ball would take the lives of these two testators. For over a hundred faithful stories, please visit mormon. Also read the testimonies of these people and others at ex mormon scholars testify. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421.
An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. It invites criticism, and the best possible test for its authenticity is provided by its own oftproclaimed provenance in the old world. Flooding the earth with the book of mormon said, we commend the members of the church who have participated in the familytofamily book of mormon program, placing their pictures and testimonies inside copies of the book of mormon. The book of mormon holds a special place in my heart. Its yours for the price of a ticket to the book of mormon. The book of mormon helped to convert or strengthen almost all active members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, so they love. In this their greatest and last hour of need, i ask you would these men blaspheme before god by continuing to fix their lives, their honor, and their own search for each eternal salvation on a book. Regardless of whether someone believes the book to be true or false, few people will deny its influence. Long ago their fathers came from far across the sea. May you be inspired by the testimonies you read on this website. A testimony of the book of mormon book of mormon central. Also read the testimonies of these people and others at exmormon scholars testify. However, after a fair and candid examination of the evidence, many thousands of. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
Testimonies for the book of mormon whatever judgment a reader may make about the book of mormonan inspired revelation, a hoax, an early american epic novel, or a wicked scheme to deceive methodists and baptistshe must admit that the book is a remarkable document. Nonlds people who still believe in the book of mormon. Lds prophets also say that but if the bom isnt true then they arent prophets. Ten testimonies of jesus christ from the book of mormon. And behold, in thy childhood thou hast suffered afflictions and much sorrow, because of the rudeness of thy brethren.
Significance of witnesses staying true to their testimonies despite leaving the church. Book of mormon i am africa lyrics by rick whitehead. Assuming 55 days for the work of translation, the rate is calculated as 9. The book of mormon, like the bible, testifies of jesus christ, his atoning sacrifice, and his. I want to share my testimony of the book of mormon with you. An important episode associated with the translation and coming forth of the book of mormon was the experience of two sets of witnesseseleven totalwho, among other things, claimed to have actually seen the gold plates, which were delivered by the angel moroni to joseph smith. The book of mormon cannot be used to prove itself if its a work of fiction. The lord jesus christ he joseph smith has translated the book, even that part which i have commanded him, and as your lord and your god liveth it is true. The book of mormon spooky mormon hell dream lyrics by azmad202. However, after a fair and candid examination of the evidence, many thousands of honest mormons have discovered that this claim simply is not true. Dec 26, 2015 a very plausible lost and missing novel by solomon spalding manuscript found, separate and distinct from the oberlin manuscript has not been ruled out by mormon apologists. Over onehalf of all the verses in the book of mormon refer to our lord.
A testimony is a witness or confirmation of eternal truth impressed upon individual hearts and souls through the holy ghost, whose primary ministry is to. Testimonies of the book of mormon my testimony of the book of mormon by dr michael ballam my testimony of the book of mormon came to me as a borrowed gift from my greatgrandfather, marius falslev, who converted to mormonism in randers, denmark, and gave up everything to emigrate to be with the saints in the new zion. It wasnt an overwhelming feeling or anything it was just a peaceful feeling. Like many of you, i started gaining my testimony of the book of mormon at a very young age. Book of mormon stories that my teacher tells to me. My top 3 favorite scripture verses in the book of mormon. According to mormon belief, the book of mormon was inscribed on golden plates by generations of prophets, quoted and abridged by the prophethistorian mormon, and buried in the ground by mormons son, moroni. Shared his testimony on ex mormon scholars testify.
A book of mistakes, error, and fraud by jon gary williams introduction the mormon church promotes the book of mormon as an inspired writing. When we know the book of mormon is true we know the church is true, we know that joseph smith was a prophet, we know that jesus is the christ. Some people in the book of mormon are really important, and some people are sort of forgettable. Dunn falsely claimed he was the sole survivor among 11 infantrymen in a 100yard race against death. Having read the book of mormon several times and teaching it in sunday school, i was looking for a fresh approach. The savior and the prophets testify about the most correct book. I remember the spirit i felt as a kid every time we read from it. These testimonies have been translated into many languages. We invite all men everywhere to read the book of mormon, to ponder in their hearts the message it contains, and then to ask god, the eternal. The mormon testimony mormons claim that a personal feeling, a burning in the bosom, which is interpreted to be a manifestation of the holy ghost, is the only evidence needed to.
Feasting on the word is both a heartfelt and a thoughtful book, as clearly reasoned as it is faithful. A modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies. Although the musical satirizes organized religion and the literal credibility of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, the mormons in the book of mormon are portrayed as. One day, i felt an overwhelming desire to know christ. It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals, enthuses the washington post. I showed this to my seminary students as part of lesson 5 overview of book of mormon. The videos will be available on a new book of mormon videos youtube channel, mormon channel platforms and existing book of mormon and gospel library apps for use in. The book of mormon has filled my heart with so much joy and light and hope. They told me to do it because the prophet asked us to. Help in understanding the book of mormon david van alstyne. By that time, i had done so only once with my family. Like the bible, the book of mormon contains gospel truths that will change your life for the better. Jun 25, 2007 like many of you, i started gaining my testimony of the book of mormon at a very young age. People in the book of mormon, ranked by common consent.
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