Lesson 13

“This Generation Shall Have My Word through You”

Reading assignment: The scriptures listed in the following questions and in the scripture chain; Bible Dictionary, “Joseph Smith Translation,” 717; Our Heritage, pages 23–25, 41, 58.

• Joseph Smith’s role in restoring and receiving the Lord’s word was foretold on several occasions. What prophecies are found in Moses 1:40–41 and 2 Nephi 3:11–15? What scriptures have come to us through the Prophet Joseph Smith?

• Identify some plain and precious doctrines of the gospel that were restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith. (See the following scripture chain.)

Scripture Chain: Doctrines and Practices Restored through Joseph Smith

• D&C 84:19–25 (Melchizedek Priesthood)

• D&C 88:15–24 (Three kingdoms of glory; see also D&C 76:50–112)

• D&C 93:29 (Premortal existence)

• D&C 107:23, 33, 35 (Apostles and prophets)

• D&C 124:37–42 (Temples)

• D&C 128:16–18 (Baptism for the dead)

• D&C 130:22 (The Godhead)