Tag: Personal revelation

baptism of fire and hi;ly ghost experiences

The Baptism of the Holy Ghost & Second Comforter Experience

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Followers of Christ must follow the path He established. The path to the tree of life includes the baptism of fire and the Holy Ghost and second comforter experiences. The host shares some personal experiences about preparing for, seeking after and receiving these things in this life. Those who seek to “come unto Christ” may know for themselves of “our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Spirit and in much assurance” (1 Thes 1:5).

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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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Faith, knowledge and the cherubim and a flaming sword

First Redemption, Then Salvation- Flaming Swords of Mercy

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Knowledge without faith (seeking a sign) and salvation without redemption (saved in one’s sinful state) are both equally damning. God, in His wisdom and mercy figuratively “guards the tree of knowledge with cherubim and a flaming sword.” Only after we exercise sufficient faith unto a broken heart and contrite spirit can we enjoy the knowledge of God and rightfully partake of the fruit of eternal life.

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Commanded in all things

Commanded in All Things – Unwresting the Scriptures

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Are those who seek to be “commanded in all things” slothful and unwise servants? Or are there deeper principles to the D&C 58 revelation that need further exploration? Alma teaches us to “counsel with the Lord in all thy doings, and he will direct thee for good.” How does one reconcile these two statements and develop a healthy servant relationship with the Lord?

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recieving the gift of the holy ghost

Have I Received the Holy Ghost?

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Each baptized person who joins the LDS Church has hands laid upon their heads afterwards. They then receive the injunction to “receive the Holy Ghost.” So, the real question that they should be asking themselves is: Have I really received the Holy Ghost? One can and should know if they have indeed been truly born of God yet. Those who haven’t are often unsure, while those who have know with surety.

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