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Articles about the doctrine of Christ, teachings and prophecies from the scriptures and the restoration teachings from the scriptures.

Converted to Jesus Christ through the word

Helping Church Members Become Converted to Jesus Christ

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Our hearts break for our friends and loved ones who do not yet know the Lord. We try our best to share our witness, but sometimes that only drives people further away. The sons of Mosiah were able to convert thousands of their most ferocious enemies. How did they do it? There are many things we can learn from their experiences to help us bring those we know to the altar of God.

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Truth is the pearl of great price

Truth is the Pearl of Great Price

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What is truth? Jesus taught that the truth will “set us free.” The doctrine of Christ can show us how to effectively come unto Christ and receive Him. The symbolism found in Lehi’s dream illustrates the variety of souls participating in this earth life, and their variations in desires. For those who value the truth and coming unto Christ, the instructions from Him prove invaluable and worth the price.

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Real intent and full purpose of heart

Real Intent & Full Purpose of Heart

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God can’t be deceived, and we can’t fake our way into any spiritual status. The promises, commandments and conditions of the gospel are all tied to “real intent” and “full purpose of heart.” These are the indications of our true character and desires, and if done right, they are keys that unlock the power of the gospel and God’s promises. What is our true intent and purpose of heart?

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Joseph Smith comes back to the earth in the last days

Joseph Smith’s Return to the Earth- Part 1

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Despite the scoffs of many, prophecies of Joseph Smith’s ongoing ministry until the New Jerusalem prevails are abundant. Joseph of Egypt, Lehi, Nephi, Zenos and Joseph Smith himself wrote many prophecies from the Lord detailing this return of “one mighty and strong.” This man is to be like unto Moses and receives a call back to the vineyard to set the Lord’s house in order. Joseph Smith is the man whom the Lord commanded to return and redeem Zion.

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Knowing the Lord - Parable of the ten virgins

“You Know Me Not” – Getting to Know the Lord

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Do we know Jesus Christ or do we only believe in Him? Twelve Jerusalem disciples thought they knew Him, but they all abandoned Him when things got difficult. Thankfully, they exercised faith unto repentance and came to truly know Christ, just as all of us can. The Lord shows us how to be wise and prepared when He comes, so that we may avoid the regretful words “ye knew me not.”

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Is being born again a gradual process or an event?

Born Again- A Process or an Event?

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Is being born again (becoming spiritually begotten as a child of God through the baptism of fire and the Holy Ghost) an event or is it a process? The scriptures clearly describe that this event occurs only when we have gone through the process of truly submitting to the Lord as little children, with broken hearts and contrite spirits. This is the gate through which all true followers must pass.

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