The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. These words were written to the convincing of the jew and gentile that jesus is the christ title page of the book of mormon. A modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies of the book of mormon. It is a record of gods dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fullness of the everlasting gospel. There was a recent mormon message very similar to this, showing excerpts from elder hollands powerful conference talk, safety for the soul. Holland explains the background and importance of the book of mormon. Mormon messages by topic short videos from the lds church.
The three other introductory sections to the book of mormonthe testimony of. The book of mormon is a second witness for the message of the bible, that jesus christ is the messiah and our savior. Although its history is compelling by itself, it is a book of scriptural significance that should be received an. Viewers react to elder hollands testimony and explanation. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which adherents. Unique to this volume of scripture are two significant introductions.
The book of mormon is a compilation of several books written by ancient prophets. The remix hypothesis holds that without certain foundational texts and cultural influences preceding the 1830 publication of the book of mormon, it simply would. Mormon messages are short videos from the lds church featuring the words of prophets and apostles about values and principles important to society. The book of mormon testifies of jesuss ministry in the americas following his resurrection. The precise purposes of the book of mormon religious studies. A prophet, named mormon, organized the thousand years of history into a book.
The book of mormon testifies of jesus christ and teaches us how to become his disciples. 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 father, in the name of. Holland bible scripture book of mormon testimony jesus christ large 8. The book was written by many ancient profits through the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Europeans introduced the first domesticated goats to america. See more ideas about mormon messages, lds quotes and church quotes.
The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ and serves as a companion scripture to the holy bible. Book of mormon, work accepted as holy scripture, in addition to the bible, in the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and other mormon churches. See more ideas about mormon messages, mormon, the church of jesus christ. A new mormon messages video shares one of my favorite stories ever shared in general conference. A young bishop in england describes how the book of mormon came to life for him and changed his perspective forever. For even more info on mormons aka members of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints check out or mormon. Introduction the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
Those who pursue this course and ask in faith will gain a testimony of its truths and affinity by the power of the holy ghost. Book of mormon introduction church of jesus christ. This book is another testament of jesus christ and serves as. Unless otherwise indicated, all content on this channel is ed by intel. Holland of the quorum of the twelve along with an explanation of the book of mormon and its witness of jesus christ as the savior of the world is included in the most recent mormon messages video called the book of mormon. A very short introduction very short introductions 1 by. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of. Job was a just and perfect man who walked uprightly before the lord. Start a new adventure reading the book of mormon is an adventure everyone should have. On its very first page you will find a declaration, from a prophet who lived in the americas about 400 a. A very short introduction very short introductions. Smith said he has received these plates in 1827 from an angel named moroni, who identified himself to smith as a native. Holland related a story about his car breaking down just outside kanarraville, ut as he was a young man headed across the country to attend graduate school. Book of mormon introduction latterday saints channel.
See more ideas about mormon messages, lds and messages. The book of mormon study text is the first critical edition of the book of mormon produced by a non mormon scholar, irrs executive director robert m. We who created and who maintain this onomasticon work under the belief that the book of mormon is an ancient document whose cultural roots, except for the jaredite cultural legacy, reach back to 7th century bc judah. Rowley, reflects, the book of job is the greatest work of genius in the old testament, and one of the worlds artistic masterpieces h. The message is best described in the words of the savior. The book of mormon videos youtube channel is a collection of videos based on accounts from the book of mormon. The first sentence in the introduction to the book of mormon claims, the book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. The book required creativity a form of remixing to produce, and as with any other creative work, the book of mormon appears to be heavily influenced by its time and place in history. The book of mormon introduction, chapter headings, footnotes, modern year correspondences, supplementary materials, and the division into chapters and verses were added in the second half of the 19th century and in the 20th century, and those portions are not considered part of the revealed text of the book of mormon.
This is the media channel of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. You will also need the picture of mormon abridging the plates from the gospel art picture kit, the book of mormon stories video dvd, a television, and a dvd player. According to smith, the book is originally written in an otherwise unknown language called reformed egyptian on golden plates and it should be of similar importance as the bible. With over 140 million copies in print, and serving as the principal proselytizing tool of one of the worlds fastest growing faiths, the book of. The pages listed here give both the original 1830 chapter numbers in roman numerals and the contemporary chapter numbers. Joseph smith sees a vision of god and jesus christ duration. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel.
Nevertheless, this material is not presented as an apologetic work, neither is. Introduction to the book of mormon bookofmormonstudy. The picture and the video are available online, or they can be checked out. See more ideas about book of mormon, mormon, the church of jesus christ. With over 140 million copies in print, and serving as the principal proselytizing tool of one of the worlds fastest growing faiths, the book of mormon is undoubtedly one of the most influential religious texts produced in the western world. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints 218,745 views 2.
Hear the missionaries of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints themselves describe how they follow christs instruction to teach all nations. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints youtube. The book of mormon is changing the lives of people all. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ and serves as a companion scripture to the holy. We invite all men and women everywhere to read the book of mormon, to ponder in their hearts the message it contains, and then to ask god, the eternal father, in the name of christ, if the book is true. Introduction the book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. Debate renewed with change in book of mormon introduction. Promotion message prime student members get 10% off 1 promotion. Written by terryl givens, a leading authority on mormonism, this compact volume offers the only concise, accessible introduction to this extraordinary work. A oneword change in the introduction to a 2006 edition of the book of mormon has reignited discussion among some latterday saints about. The prophet joseph smith 180544 affirmed that a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book history of the church, 4. Introduction to the book of mormon another testament. Start a new adventure messages of the book of mormon.
If you would like me to send updates your way each week about what ive taught in my classes, please let me know. Holland shares a personal experience that reminds us to always trust god and the direction he gives us. This book is another testament of jesus christ and serves as a. As mentioned above, the book of mormon is a book of scripture kept by the ancient inhabitants of north america and covers a span of 1,000 years. The book of mormon read aloud one chapter at a time. Is the true message of the book mormon overlooked by the present day mormon people. Learn about the savior, jesus christ, and how the basic beliefs of his gospel can enrich our lives. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. Another testament of jesus christ, introduction page. Its followers hold that it is a divinely inspired work revealed to and translated by the. It was first published in 1830 in palmyra, new york, and was thereafter widely reprinted and translated. When making decisions, god expects us to pray, trust, and be believing and then not give up, panic, or jump ship when something doesnt seem to be going right. Free book of mormon meet with missionaries find a church email get a book of mormon. Direct students attention to the end of 2 nephi 25.
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