Zion

There are varied definitions of the word Zion, but my favorite definition is "The Pure in Heart."source  This month for the A to Z blogging challenge, I have been drawing upon the document "The Living Christ" for my inspiration and study, and have cherished the time I have spent reviewing the testimony of these Apostles of Jesus Christ.  The document doesn't actually use the word Zion at all, but who else but our Savior, Jesus Christ could ever truly exemplify "The Pure in Heart?  I hope that you too have been uplifted at least a little bit this month by reading and pondering on the life of Jesus Christ. Thanks for stopping by!

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New. Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. “All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made” (John 1:3). Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He “went about doing good” (Acts 10:38), yet was despised for it. His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example. He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead. He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come. He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice. He was arrested and condemned on spurious charges, convicted to satisfy a mob, and sentenced to die on Calvary’s cross. He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth. We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary. He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world. He rose from the grave to “become the firstfruits of them that slept” (1 Corinthians 15:20). As Risen Lord, He visited among those He had loved in life. He also ministered among His “other sheep” (John 10:16) in ancient America. In the modern world, He and His Father appeared to the boy Joseph Smith, ushering in the long-promised “dispensation of the fulness of times” (Ephesians 1:10).
Of the Living Christ, the Prophet Joseph wrote: “His eyes were as a flame of fire; the hair of his head was white like the pure snow; his countenance shone above the brightness of the sun; and his voice was as the sound of the rushing of great waters, even the voice of Jehovah, saying: “I am the first and the last; I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain; I am your advocate with the Father” (D&C 110:3–4). Of Him the Prophet also declared: “And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives! “For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father— “That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God” (D&C 76:22–24). We declare in words of solemnity that His priesthood and His Church have been restored upon the earth— “built upon the foundation of . . . apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone” (Ephesians 2:20). We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5). He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him. Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts. We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

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THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New. Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. “All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made” (John 1:3). Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He “went about doing good” (Acts 10:38), yet was despised for it. His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example. He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead. He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come . . . We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

eXample

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New. Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. “All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made” (John 1:3). Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He “went about doing good” (Acts 10:38), yet was despised for it. His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His eXample. He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead. He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come . . .  We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Redeemer of the World, Modern World, Worship, World to Come

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world. . .  In the modern world, He and His Father appeared to the boy Joseph Smith, ushering in the long-promised “dispensation of the fulness of times” (Ephesians 1:10) . . . 
We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5). He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him. Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts. We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5). He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him. Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts. We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Vicarious Gift, Visited, Voice

 THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

 He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth . . . He rose from the grave to “become the firstfruits of them that slept” (1 Corinthians 15:20). As Risen Lord, He visited among those He had loved in life. He also ministered among His “other sheep” (John 10:16) in ancient America. In the modern world, He and His Father appeared to the boy Joseph Smith, ushering in the long-promised “dispensation of the fulness of times” (Ephesians 1:10). . . Of the Living Christ, the Prophet Joseph wrote: “His eyes were as a flame of fire; the hair of his head was white like the pure snow; his countenance shone above the brightness of the sun; and his voice was as the sound of the rushing of great waters, even the voice of Jehovah, saying: “I am the first and the last; I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain; I am your advocate with the Father” (D&C 110:3–4). Of Him the Prophet also declared: “And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives! “For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father— “That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God” (D&C 76:22–24). 

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Under The Direction of His Father, Upon the Earth, Upon the Foundation of Apostles and Prophets

 THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. “All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made” (John 1:3) . . .  He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth.  . . . We declare in words of solemnity that His priesthood and His Church have been restored upon the earth— “built upon the foundation of . . . apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone” (Ephesians 2:20). 

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Testimony, Testament, Taught Truths, Testify, God Be Thanked

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New. . .  He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come . . . We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary. He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world. . . Of Him the Prophet also declared: “And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives! “For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father—  . . . We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5) . . . We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Sacrifice, Sinless,Sacrament, Other Sheep, Son of God

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth . . .  Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness . . . He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice. . . . He rose from the grave to “become the firstfruits of them that slept” (1 Corinthians 15:20). As Risen Lord, He visited among those He had loved in life. He also ministered among His “other sheep” (John 10:16) in ancient America. In the modern world, He and His Father appeared to the boy Joseph Smith, ushering in the long-promised “dispensation of the fulness of times” (Ephesians 1:10) . . . We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Redeemer, Risen Lord, Return to Earth, Rule and Reign

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary. He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world. He rose from the grave to “become the firstfruits of them that slept” (1 Corinthians 15:20). As Risen Lord, He visited among those He had loved in life. He also ministered among His “other sheep” (John 10:16) in ancient America. In the modern world, He and His Father appeared to the boy Joseph Smith, ushering in the long-promised “dispensation of the fullness of times” (Ephesians 1:10) . . . We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5). He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him. Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts. 

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Quintessential

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

Quintessential, as defined by Oxford, means representing the most perfect or typical example.  While Jesus Christ was not the typical example of mankind, he was the perfect example of what we should and can be.  He was and is the literal Only Begotten Son of God.  Each of us are also children of God, a loving Father, who wants us to all become like him and to return to live in his presence some day.  Jesus Christ is our perfect example and has provided the way for us to reach this divine potential ourselves:

"As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New. Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. “All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made” (John 1:3). Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He “went about doing good” (Acts 10:38), yet was despised for it. His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example. He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead. He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come . . .  He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth. . . .We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Profound, Peace, Palestine, Premortal Existence, Purpose of Life, Potential, Priesthood, and Prophets

 

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

'As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth.  . . . Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He “went about doing good” (Acts 10:38), yet was despised for it. His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example. He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead. He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come . . . We declare in words of solemnity that His priesthood and His Church have been restored upon the earth— “built upon the foundation of . . . apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone” (Ephesians 2:20).'

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Only Begotten Son

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary. He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world. 

God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

None Other

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 

"As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. . . . .He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice. He was arrested and condemned on spurious charges, convicted to satisfy a mob, and sentenced to die on Calvary’s cross. He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth.  . . . We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Matchless Life, Messiah, Message of Peace and Goodwill, Minister, Matchless Gift

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. . . .He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New. . . .  His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. . . .  He also ministered among His “other sheep” (John 10:16) in ancient America. In the modern world, He and His Father appeared to the boy Joseph Smith, ushering in the long-promised “dispensation of the fulness of times” (Ephesians 1:10)

. . . .We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Living Christ, He Lives! Lord of Lords, Light and Life of the World, Eternal Life

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS


"Of the Living Christ, the Prophet Joseph wrote: “His eyes were as a flame of fire; the hair of his head was white like the pure snow; his countenance shone above the brightness of the sun; and his voice was as the sound of the rushing of great waters, even the voice of Jehovah, saying: “I am the first and the last; I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain; I am your advocate with the Father” (D&C 110:3–4). Of Him the Prophet also declared: “And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives! “For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father—  . . . 
We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5). He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him. Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts. We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Happy Easter! He is Risen!

Just sharing a few of my favorite Easter Videos and songs.  May you all have a blessed Easter!

The Risen Lord Jesus Christ Appears to the Apostles

I Know That My Redeemer Lives - 7 year old Claire Crosby

"Gethsemane" performed by Reese Oliveira, arrnged by Jasa Fukuda of One Voice Children's Choir

The Miracle (Song for all Christians -- by Shawna Edwards)

"Beautiful Savior"  Easter Hymn by Claire Crosby at age 4

King of King, Knees Shall Bend, King Immanuel

THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5). He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him. Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts. We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Jesus Christ, Jehovah, Judge

THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New. Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. “All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made” (John 1:3) . . . 

We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5). He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him. Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts. We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Immortal Son of God; Immanuel

THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Healing the Sick; The Right Hand of God; Hope and Happiness

THE LIVING CHRIST

THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

" He entreated all to follow His example. He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead. He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come.  . . . 
“For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father—  . . . . 
He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Fasting for the World: Interfaith Worldwide Event Good Friday, April 10, 2020

  

"During times of deep distress, as when illnesses reaches pandemic proportions, the most natural thing for us to do is call upon our Heavenly Father and his Son, the master healer, to show forth their tremendous power to bless the people of the earth."  -- President Russell M Nelson, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

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President Nelson Calls For a Second World Wide Fast









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Great Vicarious Gift; Glory of the Lord; Gift of His Divine Son

THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice. He was arrested and condemned on spurious charges, convicted to satisfy a mob, and sentenced to die on Calvary’s cross. He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth.  . . . .

We testify that He will someday return to earth. “And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (Isaiah 40:5). He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him. Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts. We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles— that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

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Firstborn of the Father, Firstfruits of Them That Slept

 THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary. He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world. He rose from the grave to “become the firstfruits of them that slept” (1 Corinthians 15:20)." 

I know that Jesus Christ is the Firstborn Son of God the Father and the Savior of this world. He lives and loves us all.   Please feel free to read the entire document of THE LIVING CHRIST right here.

Eyes as a Flame of Fire, Eternal Life

 THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"Of the Living Christ, the Prophet Joseph wrote: “His eyes were as a flame of fire; the hair of his head was white like the pure snow; his countenance shone above the brightness of the sun; and his voice was as the sound of the rushing of great waters, even the voice of Jehovah, saying: “I am the first and the last; I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain; I am your advocate with the Father” (D&C 110:3–4). " . . . .  His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son."

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THE RESTORATION OF THE FULLNESS OF THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST

General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

This weekend I am spending most of my time watching and listening to the broadcast of the General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  Why don't you join in too?

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/broadcasts?lang=eng

Doing Good, Despised, Raising the Dead

 

 THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"He “went about doing good” (Acts 10:38), yet was despised for it. His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example. He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead. He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come."

I'm very grateful for the example of Christ. 
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Christ, Creator of the Earth, Crucified on Calvary's Cross, Chief Cornerstone of His Church

THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice. He was arrested and condemned on spurious charges, convicted to satisfy a mob, and sentenced to die on Calvary’s cross. He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth. We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary. He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world. He rose from the grave to “become the firstfruits of them that slept” (1 Corinthians 15:20).       . . . “That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God” (D&C 76:22–24). We declare in words of solemnity that His priesthood and His Church have been restored upon the earth— “built upon the foundation of . . . apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone” (Ephesians 2:20). "

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Begotten Son Born in Bethlehem

 THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary. He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world."


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Atoning Sacrifice of Jesus Christ: Advocate with the Father

 THE LIVING CHRIST

 THE TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLES 

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

"As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice. None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth. . . . 

“I am the first and the last; I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain; I am your advocate with the Father” (D&C 110:3–4)."

"What is the Atonement?  To atone means to compensate or pay for something.  Jesus Christ's Atonement references His Payment for the sins of mankind.  It has the power to provide hope and alleviate the burden of sin for anyone."

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 What is an advocate?  Someone who supports and speaks up for someone else.   

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In these troubled times, I rely on the comfort and guidance of our Savior Jesus Christ, and am profoundly grateful for his atonement and his willingness to be our advocate with the Father.

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