The Book of Revelation: Preparing for The Second Coming

Chapter 10 John’s Assignment Doctrine and Covenants 77:14

The Little Book Interlude Revelation 10:8-9 Cross Reference Ezekiel 2:3-3:2

“To feast means to savor  “To feast means to savor. We savor the scriptures by studying them in a spirit of delightful discovery and faithful obedience. The words of Christ become embedded ‘in fleshy tables of the heart’ and they become an integral part of our nature.” Russell Nelson, “Living by Scriptural Guidance,” October 2000 “To feast upon the words of Christ, we must study the scriptures and absorb His words through pondering them and making them a part of every thought and action.” Robert Hales, “Healing Soul and Body,” October 1998 1 Nephi 15:24

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Abraham’s Covenant

“[It] puts forth the doctrines of the gospel, outlines the plan of salvation, and tells men what they must do to gain peace in this life and eternal salvation in the life to come.”

“[In addition to Joseph Smith], the Lord provided for eleven others to see the gold plates for themselves and to be special witnesses of the truth and divinity of [the Book of Mormon].”

“We invite all men everywhere to read [the Book of Mormon], to ponder in their hearts the message it contains, and then to ask God, the Eternal Father, in the name of Christ if the book is true…”

“The Book of Mormon is the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion” (Introduction to the Book of Mormon).  Ephesians 2:19-22 “Ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God and are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone.”

“On the west side of this hill, not far from the top, under a stone of considerable size, lay [the plates], deposited in a stone box. This stone was thick and rounding in the middle on the upper side, and thinner towards the edges, so that the middle part of it was visible above the ground, but the edge all around was covered with earth…”

“I made an attempt to take them out, but was forbidden by the messenger and was again informed that the time for bringing them forth had not yet arrived…”

“No sooner was it known that I had them than the most strenuous exertions were used to get them from me. Every stratagem that could be invented was resorted to for that purpose. The persecution became more bitter and severe than before, and multitudes were on the alert continually…

“The ancient record brought forth from the earth as the voice of a people speaking from the dust, and translated into modern speech by the gift and power of God as attested by Divine affirmation, was first published to the world…”

“I told the brethren that [the Book of Mormon] was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to God by abiding by its precepts, than by any other [book].”

The Creation Day 4, the creation of the sun, moon and stars. Jewish calendar begins in the fall with Rosh Hashanah. Fall Winter Spring Summer

The Creation Day 4, the creation of the sun, moon and stars. Jewish calendar begins in the fall with Rosh Hashanah. Fall Winter Spring Summer Red White Green Blue

The Creation Day 4, the creation of the sun, moon and stars. Jewish calendar begins in the fall with Rosh Hashanah. Fall Winter Spring Summer Red White Green Blue For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive. I Cor. 15:22

After translating the bible into English and after facing fierce opposition from the king, William Tyndale was imprisoned for almost 2 years, given little eat or drink, had no blankets or pillow and was then strangled to death and then his body was burned and the ashes destroyed and cast off the continent because the king thought he was such a heretic. About 90% of our King James bible comes from his translation; he added a slough of phrases that have become part of English vernacular as well.

§ knock and it shall be opened unto you § twinkling of an eye Tyndale’s idioms: §  knock and it shall be opened unto you §  twinkling of an eye §  a moment in time §  seek and you shall find §  ask and it shall be given you §  judge not that you not be judged §  let there be light §  the powers that be §  my brother's keeper §  the salt of the earth §  filthy lucre §  it came to pass §  gave up the ghost §  the signs of the times §  fight the good fight

The Blessing of Scripture Elder Christofferson The Blessing of Scripture

The Blessing of Scripture Elder Christofferson The Blessing of Scripture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbY8e7q9Fgg

The Blessing of Scripture Psalm 118

Seventeen Steps to Successful Scripture Study  Before you study Set aside (plan) time for study; consider an alarm on a phone or studying with a friend Develop and write down a systematic plan for study; be consistent Pray for understanding and invite the help of the Holy Ghost before you being reading As you start to read Read the Chapter Heading and determine the setting (Who? When? Where?) Visualize Insert your name as you read; as you read, look for lists, connections, patterns, and parallels  Look for Footnotes (Heb., Gr., IE., OR, JST, BD, TG, Maps, Gazetteer) While you are reading Ask, “Why might the Lord have inspired the writer to include this detail?” Mark doctrines, facts/historical information, power phrases, questions, flag words (therefore, but, behold, thus we see, wherefore, hearken, if, etc.), Questions/Answers, If/Then statements, definitions (Zion=the pure in heart), repeated words, attention words (Behold, Hearken, Verily, Certainly, Truly), conclusion Words (I say unto you, Thus we see, Therefore, Wherefore, Inasmuch, Hence) Look for symbolism in Objects, Places, Names, Titles, Animals, Events, Food, People, Rituals, Numbers

Seventeen Steps to Successful Scripture Study  As you conclude your reading Consider memorizing a verse Look up unfamiliar words or the original definitions of words and the Lord’s definitions Read approved commentaries and manuals Ponder by asking, “So, what?” or completing the statement, “Thus we see . . .” Write your thoughts and feelings; jot down application, additional insights, correlations, cross- references, questions which personalize and also any unanswered questions After you conclude your reading Pray to invite the help of the Holy Ghost for additional relevancy Make a plan to act in Faith based on the day’s study; consider sharing what you learned with others

“There is no question – personal or social or political or occupational – that need go unanswered. In the scriptures, we find principles of truth that will resolve every confusion and every problem and every dilemma that will face the human family.” Elder Boyd K. Packer “Teach the Scriptures,” October 1977 Address to Religious Educators

Application for Preparation Are you feasting? Personal scripture study? Family scripture study? Family home evening? Sunday School?

Application for Preparation Chapter Title Verse Application 10 John’s Assignment 8-9 Feast on the scriptures daily

Elder Holland Second Coming

Sister Celia Cruz Ayala was attacked by a bandit who stole her purse and with it a wrapped copy of the Book of Mormon. A few days later she received this letter: Mrs. Cruz: Forgive me, forgive me. You will never know how sorry I am for attacking you. I want you to know that you seemed to have a radiance about you. That light seemed to stop me from harming you, so I ran away instead. But because of it, my life has changed and will continue to change. The Book of Mormon - the message you wrote in that book brought tears to my eyes. I have not been able to stop reading it. I have prayed and asked God to forgive me, and I ask you to forgive me. I want you to know that you will see me again, but when you do, you won’t recognize me, for I will be your brother . . . . Here, where I live, I now go to the church you belong to…  Sincerely, Your brother

The Book of Revelation: Preparing for The Second Coming