[PDF] Can Saints Apostatize eBook

Author : The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Publisher : The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 33,51 MB
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ISBN : 1465103074

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The prophet Brigham Young taught the restored gospel of Jesus Christ in a basic, practical way that gave inspiration and hope to the Saints struggling to build a home in the wilderness. Though more than a century has now passed, his words are still fresh and appropriate for us today as we continue the work of building the kingdom of God. President Young declared that as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we possess the “doctrine of life and salvation for all the honest-in-heart” (DBY, 7). He promised that those who receive the gospel in their hearts will have awakened “within them a desire to know and understand the things of God more than they ever did before in their lives” and will begin to “inquire, read and search and when they go to their Father in the name of Jesus he will not leave them without a witness” (DBY, 450). This book reflects the desire of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles to deepen the doctrinal understanding of Church members and to awaken within them a greater desire to know the things of God. It will inspire and motivate individuals, priesthood quorums, and Relief Society classes to inquire, read, search, and then go to their Father in Heaven for a witness of the truth of these teachings. Each chapter contains two sections—“Teachings of Brigham Young” and “Suggestions for Study.” The first section consists of extracts from Brigham Young’s sermons to the early Saints. Each statement has been referenced, and the original spelling and punctuation have been preserved; however, the sources cited will not be readily available to most members. These original sources are not necessary to have in order to effectively study or teach from this book. Members need not purchase additional references and commentaries to study or teach these chapters. The text provided in this book, accompanied by the scriptures, is sufficient for instruction. Members should prayerfully read and study President Young’s teachings in order to gain new insights into gospel principles and discover how those principles apply to their everyday lives. By faithfully and prayerfully studying these selections, Latter-day Saints will have a greater understanding of gospel principles and will more fully appreciate the profound and inspired teachings of this great prophet. The second section of each chapter offers a series of questions that will encourage thoughtful contemplation, personal application, and discussion of President Young’s teachings. Members should refer to and carefully reread his words on the principle being discussed. Deep and prayerful study of these teachings will inspire members to greater personal commitment and will help them resolve to follow the teachings of the Savior, Jesus Christ. If individuals and families prayerfully follow the principles in this book, they will be blessed and inspired to greater dedication and spirituality, as were the early Saints who heard these words directly from the lips of the “Lion of the Lord” (HC, 7:434)—the prophet, seer, and revelator, President Brigham Young.

Author : I. Barry Thompson
Publisher : Bonneville
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 25,61 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Apostasy
ISBN : 9781555175535

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The book masterfully analyzes through actual incidents the twelve main reasons many early LDS leaders left the faith.# the author points out that apostasy can start in many small ways, even for subtle reasons, such as prosperity and riches.# the book is an effective guide at helping the reader recognize his or her own flaws, and how to avoid personal apostasy.All too often we see supposedly stalwart friends and loved ones lose their way and slip into church inactivity or even apostasy. What causes this, and could it happen to us?This book carefully identifies 12 major causes of apostasy from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and then examines how each symptom is treated in the scriptures and from the mouths of modern-day prophets.The author points out that apostasy can start in many ways. These causes range from the obvious such as Unrepented Sin to more subtle reasons such as Prosperity and Riches and Intellectual Superiority. the author then uses the words of the prophets to help the reader avoid succumbing to Satan's tactics in our day.Barry Thompson was concerned as he watched friends and family fall into periods of religious inactivity. He examined the lives of many of the early Saints who apostatized and the causes of apostasy as discussed by leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He hopes this book will help readers in their quest to endure to the end.

Author : The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Publisher : The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 44,29 MB
Release : 1997
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ISBN : 1465101276

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A Study Guide and a Teacher’s Manual Gospel Principles was written both as a personal study guide and as a teacher’s manual. As you study it, seeking the Spirit of the Lord, you can grow in your understanding and testimony of God the Father, Jesus Christand His Atonement, and the Restoration of the gospel. You can find answers to life’s questions, gain an assurance of your purpose and self-worth, and face personal and family challenges with faith.

Author : Herbert W. Bateman
Publisher : Kregel Academic & Professional
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 26,43 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780825421327

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This book brings together four internationally known biblical scholars: Gareth Cockerill, Buist Fanning, Randall Gleason, and Grant Osborne, all of whom have previously written on Hebrews. After each contributor presents and defends his position, it is critiqued by the other three contributors. Additional features include an introduction by the editor and a conclusion by George H. Guthrie, who summarizes the issues and offers pointed questions for further reflection. - Back cover.

Author : James Edward Talmage
Publisher : Binker North
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 17,87 MB
Release : 1909
Category : Literary Collections
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The Great Apostasy Considered in the Light of Scriptural and Secular History is a 1909 book by James E. Talmage that summarizes the Great Apostasy, Mormon doctrine, from the viewpoint of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Talmage wrote his book with the intention that it be used as a teaching tool within the LDS Church's Young Men's Mutual Improvement Association and the Young Women's Mutual Improvement Association. The book is "in many ways quite derivative" of B. H. Roberts's 1893 Outlines of Ecclesiastical History. Both writers borrowed heavily from the writings of Protestant scholars who argued that Roman Catholicism had apostatized from true Christianity. Talmage's book has been described as "the most recognizable and noted work on the topic" of Latter-day Saint views of the Great Apostasy.

Author : Paul Enns
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 841 pages
File Size : 35,1 MB
Release : 2014-03-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0802491154

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The study of God, His nature, and His Word are all essential to the Christian faith. Now those interested in Christian theology have a newly revised and updated reference tool in the 25th Anniversary Edition of The Moody Handbook of Theology. In this classic and timeless one-volume resource, Paul Enns offers a comprehensive overview of the five dimensions of theology: biblical, systematic, historical, dogmatic, and contemporary. Each section includes an introduction, chapters on key points, specific studies pertinent to that theology, books for further study, and summary evaluations of each dimension. Charts, graphs, glossary, and indexes add depth and breadth. Theology, once the domain of academicians and learned pastors, is now accessible to anyone interested in understanding the essentials of what Christians believe. The Moody Handbook of Theology is a concise doctrinal reference tool for newcomers and seasoned veterans alike.

Author : Saint Augustine of Hippo
Publisher : Aeterna Press
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 23,16 MB
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Category : Religion
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This treatise was written about 400 A.D. Concerning it Aug. in Retract. Book II. c. xviii., says: I have written seven books on Baptism against the Donatists, who strive to defend themselves by the authority of the most blessed bishop and martyr Cyprian; in which I show that nothing is so effectual for the refutation of the Donatists, and for shutting their mouths directly from upholding their schism against the Catholic Church, as the letters and act of Cyprian. Aeterna Press