(May 2005 TG Entry: Jesus Christ, Jehovah, TG Entry: God the Father, Jehovah) Overview Some have presented the notion that Jesus Christ’s pre-mortal name is Jehovah as a recent doctrine of the church. But modern day revelation makes it clear that it was understood more than 2 millennia ago. I Talmage’s Understanding of Jehovah “American … Continue reading Topic Study: Jesus Christ, Jehovah
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Topic Study: Priesthood Service
(May 2005. Given as a Sacrament Meeting Talk, May, 2005, Woodridge Second Ward, Joliet Stake) I Priesthood is the Great Plan of Service President Stephen L Richards, who served as a counselor to President David O. McKay, declared, “The Priesthood is usually simply defined as ‘the power of God delegated to man.’ ” He continues: … Continue reading Topic Study: Priesthood Service
Topic Study: Priesthood Restoration
(May 2005 TG Entry: Priesthood Restoration) I Restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood to Joseph Smith Joseph Smith’s and Oliver Cowdery’s understanding of these principles became perfect one hundred and seventy six years ago this morning. As we read Joseph Smith history it becomes clear that their knowledge grew line upon line and precept upon precept. … Continue reading Topic Study: Priesthood Restoration
Topic Study: Happiness
(May 2005 TG Entry: Happiness Given as a talk at Sacrament Meeting at the Watseka Branch, Joliet Stake, on Mother’s Day, May 8, 2005.) Overview Happiness is not some far distant goal. It can be had, in abundance, right now in our lives. It is most-likely to be achieved in the church, and in the … Continue reading Topic Study: Happiness
Topic Study: Dating
(May 2005 TG Entry: Dating) John Bytheway, in the October 2004 New Era said (p 41), "Remember, before you are married, you will be more respected and more attractive for the affection you withhold than for the affection you give." In the same issue (Oct. 2004 new Era) Sister Susan W. Tanner, YW General President, … Continue reading Topic Study: Dating
Topic Study: Priesthood, Authority
(May 2005 TG Entry: Priesthood, Authority, Given as a Sacrament Meeting Talk, May, 2005, Woodridge Second Ward, Joliet Stake) Overview This topic discusses the basis and necessity for the priesthood or proper authority. I Purpose of the Priesthood The follow scriptures explain the necessity for the priesthood. II God’s Purpose 39 For behold, this is … Continue reading Topic Study: Priesthood, Authority
Topic Study: Resolution
(April 2005. Started as a FHE lesson, April 24, 2005. Written more fully for an e-mail to Jenna Miller.) Overview This entry discusses “the courage of our convictions”, setting our minds to do something and then achieving that, and the confidence that comes from doing so. I Set My Face Like A Flint Isaiah chapter … Continue reading Topic Study: Resolution
Lake Michigan Polar Bear Swim, Or A Silly Young Men’s Activity
I wrote this immediately after the event. The Priests and a one teacher and one deacon met today at the church for an activity. It was planned a couple of months ago, when I was out of town. When I heard what the plan was, I was a little bit skeptical. The activity called for going down town … Continue reading Lake Michigan Polar Bear Swim, Or A Silly Young Men’s Activity
Eternal Marriage
(April 2005 TG Entry: Eternal Marriage) From: Kip M Twitchell Sent: Friday, April 08, 2005 3:30 PM To: joseph_mcconkie Subject: Request Brother McConkie: I am in the middle reading the biography of your father for the second time. I have learned a great deal from it, and am trying to implement what I have learned … Continue reading Eternal Marriage
Topic Study: Scriptures, Study of
(April 2005 TG Entry: Scriptures, Study of) I President Kimball Reads Bible The following is from the biography of Spencer W. Kimball, by his sons, Edward L. Kimball and Andrew E. Kimball (copyright, Bookcraft, 1977, page 56 and 57). About this time, Spencer heard Brigham Young’s daughter, Susa Gates, speak at stake conference. She asked … Continue reading Topic Study: Scriptures, Study of
Kip on Character 