I work on becoming meek, humble, patient, full of love, and willing to submit to the will of the lord because i am. The condensed book of mormon, in 15 verses gently hew stone. It does not dishonor others, it is not selfseeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no. Love is patient, love is kind bible verse analysis. The book of mormon helped louise feel the love of god as the holy bible did. Nelson, there are examples of the love of jesus in the book of mormon. Mormons believe that their founder, joseph smith, was visited by an angel and shown where to find a.
Welcome to the unofficial wordpress ward this is a community of bloggers who are members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. By love and grace by anita stansfield, first love, second chances by anita stansfield, now and forever by anita stansfield. It is necessary for nonmormons to leave the room when a mormon is being blessed. Were taught of gods and christ s love for us, how we should love them, and also how we should love others. Caring for the mormon patient the mormon church, otherwise known as the church of jesus christ of the latter day saints, was founded in western new york, usa in 1820. Press forward with a love of god and of all men, 2 ne. Sep 05, 2017 mormons discussion of charity in moroni 7.
Trusting in the lord includes trusting in his timing and requires patience and. The website describes the book of mormon as another witness that jesus christ really lived, that he was and is gods son. A seminarian named sarah wilson thought to abbreviate the bible by selecting just one representative verse from each book, resulting in a breathtaking tour through the highlights of scripture. Love in the book of mormon religious stus center this week on social elder renlund shares why his testimony of the weekly scripture kits monthly subscription 2020. One of the clearest explanations of why we need patience to endure the trials of life is set forth by nephi in these striking words.
The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. We are all familiar with the comprehensive description of charity which moroni quotes from his father, mormon. In these latter days we who are privileged to have the book of mormon, to be members of the lords church, to have his gospel, and to keep his commandments know something of gods infinite love. Our goal is to flood the earth with the book of mormon one verse at a time. Cancer patient near death finds hope in book of mormon youtube. In the book of mormon, charity is called the pure love of christ moroni 7. According to the prophet joseph smith, the titlepage of the book of mormon is a literal translation, taken from the very last leaf, on the. Sep 07, 2014 thanks for visiting the i love the book of mormon youtube channel home of the book of mormon 2minute challenge. In the book of mormon lessons thus far, we have been studying the small plates of nephi. That being said i found it disappointing that you only find out that this book was written by a mormon couple is after you receive the book.
One of the teachings found in the both the bible and book of mormon is love. Top 40 inspirational book of mormon scriptures the lifey app. Isaiah jesus jesus christ john joy knowledge light love love of god love one. It is beautiful, succinct, simple, yet amazingly complex. This makes it clear that charity is patient and kind, isnt jealous, isnt arrogant, doesnt insist on getting his own way, isnt easily upset, doesnt hatch evil plots, doesnt rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices in faithfulness. Speaking the truth in love to mormons cares, mark j.
Book of mormon doctrinal mastery no teams 1 team 2 teams 3 teams 4 teams 5 teams 6 teams 7 teams 8 teams 9 teams 10 teams custom press f11 select menu option view enter fullscreen for fullscreen mode. My question to mormons is why do you love this book. Ten testimonies of jesus christ from the book of mormon. King benjamin wanted his people to understand that god has great power and wisdom, but that he is patient with us. Some blessings come soon, some come late, and some dont come until. Newell was an associate professor of church history and doctrine at brigham young university when this was published. Alma taught the people of ammonihah that jesus christ is. Specifically, the book of mormon was prepared for our day so that we would learn and grow by readings the words of ancient prophets in the americas. As we read the bible and the book of mormon, we learn that throughout history, god has never stopped loving his people. There is just something weird about mormonism, and the very mention of the book of mormon invites smirks and giggles, which is why choosing it as the name for broadways most hardtogetinto show was a smart move.
The book of mormon makes it clear that patience is an attribute of jesus christ and that his disciples should also strive to develop that attribute. With you at the book of mormon is true that priesthood is upon the earth that this is the work of all of the almighty and that its great challenge and destiny lies ahead of it and that it will tend to continue to move forward until it has accomplished the mission for which the almighty has outlined for. The book of mormon is the keystone in our witness of jesus christ. There was no law to enforce a particular religious belief. Read more in the disclosure, including info on adthrive, the publishing. The book of mormon is an entirely different book of scripture. In introducing the topics which the book of mormon discusses at length, i want to observe that at times we are faced with trying to love someone who is difficult to love. A seminarian named sarah wilson thought to abbreviate the bible by selecting just one representative verse from each book, resulting. First staged in 2011, the play is a satirical examination of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints beliefs and practices that ultimately endorses the positive power of love and service. Pages businesses medianews company i love the book of mormon videos jesus is my friend. The condensed book of mormon, in 15 verses today i read the most amazing blog post, courtesy of our friends at first thoughts. Our goal is to flood the earth with the book of mormon.
Book of mormon scripture about love image collections book. Scripture masteries book of mormon flashcards quizlet. If ye have felt to sing the song of redeeming love, can ye feel so now, alma 5. Religious views on love vary widely between different religions. Besides the bible, the book of mormon gives some specific guidelines. Here are 45 verses from both the bible and the book of mormon that mention love. It does not dishonor others, it is not selfseeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. This morning i came across a facebook page titled i love the book of mormon. The notion of how to love stems from, not only our own personal experiences and education, it includes our spiritual belief system as well. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. Book of mormon title page markings i like this method of enhancing your study.
In general, i love it for the power it has in bringing its readers nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book. Today the headquarters of the church is in salt lake city, utah, usa. Newell was an associate professor of church history and doctrine. Cancer patient near death finds hope in book of mormon. It is part of a collection that includes book of mormon evidences, part two, book of mormon evidences, part three, and book of mormon nuggets. King benjamin wanted his people to understand that god has great power and wisdom, but that he is patient with us mosiah 4. Wirthlin said, i dont know whether we church members fully appreciate the book of mormon, one of our sacred scriptures, as we really should. This book showed me that my idea was clearly wrong. The book of mormon shall stand as a testimony against the world, ether 5.
Joseph smith sold so many copies of the book of mormon. This can help us recognize gods love in our own lives. Be gentle, humble, patient generous, and temperate. Love is patient, love is kind bible verse analysis owlcation. Perhaps that is why the prophet joseph smith referred to it as the keystone of our religion and the most correct of any book on earth. What the book of mormon teaches about the love of god. Another testament of jesus christ is to convey to the modern world powerful testimonies of the divine mission and essential attributes of jesus christ, to the convincing of the jew and gentile that jesus is the christ, the eternal god title page. Book of mormon character is familiar to utahn whos. We all have seen children who are meek, patient, and full of love, just as we have seen pride, impatience, and recalcitrance. The guide to the scriptures defines patience as calm endurance.
Rns in some ways, being mormon is an advantage when coping with autism, and in other ways, mormonism makes it harder, writes guest columnist mette harrison. Lamoni declares and the book of mormon seems to approve that the people should be free. The book gives the reader an excellent insight into different aspect of mormon beliefs and practices. Caring for a mormon patient cultural sensitivity to mormons. Dialy double a book of mormon scripture that explains how we can acquire spiritual knowledge by praying always.
Fortunately, the book of mormon is there to remind us of the lord s pure love for us and his great desire to see us back in the fold. If you ask god to feel his love for you, and you are patient for the response, it will come. Aug 26, 2019 the guide to the scriptures defines patience as calm endurance. He grew up in logan, and knew young men like elder price.
Sep 16, 2012 there is just something weird about mormonism, and the very mention of the book of mormon invites smirks and giggles, which is why choosing it as the name for broadways most hardtogetinto show was a smart move. The book of mormon is a musical comedy with music, lyrics and book by trey parker, robert lopez, and matt stone. Book of mormon evidences, part one discusses some of the many factors supporting the plausibility of the book of mormon as an ancient document. For it must needs be, that there is an opposition in all things. When luke monday was cast as the understudy for the lead role in the book of mormon, he didnt have to look far for inspiration.
I learned a very important lesson recently from my dear. Here are three powerful book of mormon verses that show love to those whove left. As a scholar of mormonism once remarked, one does not need to read the book of mormon in order to have an opinion about it. Love the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The book of mormon a testament of gods love always. I love the book of mormon jesus is my friend facebook. Here are 45 verses from both the bible and the book of mormon that. Were taught of gods and christs love for us, how we should love them, and also how we should love others. Love is patient, love is kind bible verse analysis learn religions. If youd like to read about how im studying come follow me, keep watching for a post later this week. The mormon church has arranged for many hospitals to have blessed oil on hand in the case of a hospitalized patient wanting blessing by the mormon priesthood. But the book of mormon has much more to say about love. How is your study of the book of mormon coming this year. And the lord direct your hearts into the love of god, and into the patient waiting for christ.
Bridle all your passions, that ye may be filled with love, alma 38. Aug 01, 2005 i was fully prepared to study up on the various problems with mormon theology and lovingly lay them on a friend of mine, expecting that hed see his mistake and hopefully change his mind. Good stuff in the book of mormon the annotated bible. Louise was a born and raised methodist who never envisioned being a member of any other religion. With the book of mosiah we begin studying mormon s abridgment of the large plates of nephi. Be led by the holy spirit, becoming patient, full of love, alma. Perhaps it is a child who has caused many problems.
I remember the first post i did, telling everyone that im a mormon and inviting people to learn more about why i believe what i believe. The patient is incredulous and tells the doctor hes going to get a second opinion. Third, the book of mormon tells us that love can dispel all fear. It speaks about being patient in sufferings, in tribulations, in persecutions, and in afflictions continue reading. It is the word of god and, like the bible, gives us guidance and inspiration in our daily lives. The mormon church distributes free copies of the king james version of the bible and the book of mormon. We believe that god has revealed his word to all people in all generations and the book of mormon is simply a record of his dealings with a different nation than that of the bible. I am so delighted to delve deeply into this book that i love so much.
After the four sons of king mosiahammon, aaron, omner, and himniwere converted, they felt a deep desire to share the gospel with their enemies, the lamanites. In just a few pages we have jumped several hundred years, from the time of jacob to the beginning of the book of mosiah. How wonderful that mormon, the faithful abridger and compiler of the book of mormon, gave us king benjamins last lecture, one of the most powerful in scripture, in king benjamins own words. Dec 22, 20 or so she says is a participant in a variety of affiliate programs, including the amazon services llc associates program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to. Gary and michelle tirelessly promoted what they called the victorious gospel, otherwise. This church and i leave my blessing with in the name of jesus christ our. Ye will teach your children to love and serve one another, mosiah 4. Love in the book of mormon religious studies center. Thanks for visiting the i love the book of mormon youtube channel home of the book of mormon 2minute challenge. I was fully prepared to study up on the various problems with mormon theology and lovingly lay them on a friend of mine, expecting that hed see his mistake and hopefully change his mind. But, its still a little unnerving to put yourself out there and open yourself up for mean commentsemails, and a potential loss of readers and advertisers.