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by Keith
The scriptures clearly teach us in the Bible, in the book of Romans, “There is none righteous, no, not one. . . . For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:10, 23). Someone may ask, “If that is the case, how then can a person be saved?” That question is one that is of great concern and generates a large amount of discussion throughout all Christendom. Many sermons have been preached from the pulpits of various denominations concerning this very subject. Although most denominations will agree that grace and faith are two important key elements in the process of one being saved, there are others who will also argue that works play a key role in the salvation process as well.
As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (which church is inadvertently called the Mormon Church by many people in the world) our third article of faith teaches, “We believe that through the Atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved, by obedience... Read the rest of this article »
In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul speaks of Baptism for the Dead, he said, “Else what shall they do which are baptized for the dead, if the dead rise not at all? why are they then baptized for the dead?” (1 Corinthians 15:29). Later, the apostle Peter also testified of the necessity of the ordinance for the dead, he said, “For for this cause was the gospel preached also to them that are dead, that they might be judged according to men in the flesh, but live according to God in the spirit” (1 Peter 4:6).
The first essential ordinance necessary to enter into the kingdom of God is baptism. The Lord Jesus Christ is our perfect example of this principle of the gospel. Though he was sinless, he was baptized by immersion by John the Baptist who holds the authority of God.
Many of our ancestors have died without the knowledge and blessings of the gospel. Through the inspiration of God, Joseph Smith, the first modern-day prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day... Read the rest of this article »
by Richard
God is the same yesterday, today and forever. He loves His children. He wants them to be happy, so He prepared a plan for them. Central to that plan is the Atonement of Jesus Christ. The Atonement is the price the Savior paid as a remission for the sins of mankind—for all men from Adam to the last person who will live on the earth. Through the atonement, all families of the earth will be blessed with the opportunity to go back to the presence of God.
Since the beginning, God has revealed His plan through prophets. Prophets are men called by God who are given the authority to receive revelations and to preach the gospel. Amos declared that the Lord always reveals His secrets unto His servants the prophets (Amos 3:7). The first prophet was Adam. God spoke and revealed to him the Plan of Salvation, and gave him the promise of the Messiah. Adam then taught his children the gospel of Jesus Christ. While many believed, some of his sons and daughters rejected his teachings.
When... Read the rest of this article »
Mormon genealogy or Mormon family history endeavors are extremely important to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mormons believe that everyone must have the opportunity to hear and to choose to accept or reject the gospel of Jesus Christ. Those who have not had this opportunity, or for some reason have turned away the opportunity, during their sojourn on earth will have it in the world to come.
When people die, their spirits separate from their mortal bodies and go to a place called the “Spirit World” to await resurrection and judgment, then assignment to a kingdom of glory in heaven. The spirit world is divided into two areas — paradise, where the righteous reside, and spirit prison, where the wicked reside. In the spirit world, the Lord “levels the playing field,” so to speak, to give spirits the chance to repent and to lay claim on the atonement of Jesus Christ. Spirits in the spirit world have the same personalities that... Read the rest of this article »
In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes called the Mormon Church), the word “priesthood” has a different meaning than in other Christian churches. Latter-day Saints define “priesthood” as the power of God, and the authority to act in His name. Priesthood, then, has always existed and will always exist. From time to time, however, it has been missing from the earth and from among men. The Mormon Church has a “lay clergy.” That is, no one is trained or schooled to lead congregations or groups of congregations, or even the entire church. Men, women, youth, and children are “called” to various positions in local congregations or to larger responsibilities. Most “callings” are temporary. Only the prophet, the twelve apostles, and some seventies are called to serve for the remainder of their lives, and these receive a modest stipend. All other positions are unpaid, and members fill their responsibilities, which can be substantial, while continuing in... Read the rest of this article »
In 1842, the editor of the Chicago Democrat, John Wentworth, wrote Joseph Smith a letter asking for a run down on Mormon doctrine. Joseph Smith’s response came to be known as the thirteen Articles of Faith and this short document was later canonized as scripture. The original thirteen articles are listed below, along with brief explanations of each and how they might differ from other Christian denominations’ doctrines.
1. We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.
While all of Christianity adheres to certain creeds, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often called Mormons) do not. Mormons believe that Jesus Christ restored the fulness of His gospel, which had been lost from the earth when all the Apostles died, through Joseph Smith in 1830. Joseph learned through a vision he had that God the Father and Jesus Christ are two separate beings. Other Christian denominations believe that the Trinity is an inexplicable... Read the rest of this article »
The Necessity of Jesus Christ
“We believe in God the Eternal Father, and in His son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.” This is the first of thirteen basic beliefs that Joseph Smith, the founder of the Mormon Church, once wrote to a reporter who asked what Mormons believe. We believe in an all-knowing, all-powerful God who loves us and wants us to succeed. He created us and has a plan for us to one day return to live with Him.
Because our sins made returning to God impossible, it was necessary for a Savior to be provided. This Savior is our Lord and Redeemer, Jesus Christ. “For God so loved the world that He sent his only begotten son, that whosever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16, KJV). Jesus Christ conquered death and sin, so that a path could once more be opened for us to return to live with God. It is only through faith in Jesus Christ that we can be saved.
How God teaches men
In order to declare the gospel of Christ, God has called... Read the rest of this article »
