Sons and Daughters of Jesus Christ John 1:12 12 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name . . . Elder Bruce R. McConkie wrote: “John tells us that the Lord Jesus, who came in time’s meridian unto [...]
Christopher Columbus 1 Nephi 13:10–12 10 And it came to pass that I looked and beheld many waters; and they divided the Gentiles from the seed of my brethren. 11 And it came to pass that the angel said unto me: Behold the wrath of God is upon the seed of thy brethren. 12 And [...]
“If Ye Have Desires to Serve God Ye Are Called to the Work” Doctrine and Covenants 4:1–3, 5 1 Now behold, a marvelous work is about to come forth among the children of men. 2 Therefore, O ye that embark in the service of God, see that ye serve him with all your heart, might, [...]
The Lord Reminds Joseph Smith That the Works of God Cannot Be Frustrated Doctrine and Covenants 3:1–3 1 The works, and the designs, and the purposes of God cannot be frustrated, neither can they come to naught. 2 For God doth not walk in crooked paths, neither doth he turn to the right hand nor [...]
When called by the Lord to preach repentance, Enoch felt inadequate. But the Lord promised He would be with and help Enoch succeed in his calling. Moses 6:31–34 31 And when Enoch had heard these words, he bowed himself to the earth, before the Lord, and spake before the Lord, saying: Why is it that [...]