“Index,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Lorenzo Snow (2011), 287–94 “Index,” Teachings: Lorenzo Snow, 287–94 Index A Adversity See Trials Apostasy follows worldliness 250–52 in Kirtland, Ohio 249–50 Apostles, responsibilities of 20 B Baptism administered by immersion 50–52 administered by proper authority 54–55 keeping covenant of, brings blessings 55–57 of Jesus Christ 51 278 of Lorenzo Snow 6 47 necessary for remission of sins 49–50 52–53 precedes gift of Holy Ghost 49–50 Brigham City, Lorenzo Snow in 23–24 C Callings are all important in God’s work 186–89 honoring 186–89 need for the Lord’s help in fulfilling 150–54 175–76 Celestial kingdom Holy Ghost prepares us for 78–79 striving for 90 Celestial law, establishing in our lives 192 Character develops gradually 122–23 establishing a proper 119–21 preserving a righteous 123–25 repentance strengthens 123 righteous, draws us nearer to the Lord 123–25 scriptures teach about improving 121–22 Charity extending to all 259–60 Relief Society members exemplify 169 Cheerfulness, serving God with 190 Children a precious heritage 129 should learn the law of tithing 164 Church of Jesus Christ built on sure foundation 242–43 moves forward in spite of opposition 237–40 242–44 See also Kingdom of God Service in the Church Cluff, William, helps save Lorenzo Snow’s life 71–73 Confirmation See Holy Ghost Conversion begins with testimony 63 of Lorenzo Snow 6–7 59 61–62 through increasing faith 63–66 Covenants failure to keep 252–53 keeping baptismal, brings blessings 55–57 keeping, brings joy 191–92 D Destiny of the faithful 83–86 Discipline, required to become perfect 96 Discouragement, overcoming 101 171–72 E Education importance of, to Lorenzo Snow 3–4 37–39 requires faith, exertion, and perseverance 38–39 spiritual 40 63–64 England Lorenzo Snow’s mission to 10–16 215 217–18 Lorenzo Snow’s voyage to 175–76 Eternity, glory of, greater than riches of world 253–55 Exaltation possible through Jesus Christ 280–81 potential for 84–89 130–31 Example is eloquent teacher 221 leaders and teachers to follow Savior’s 219–20 parents set, for children 132–33 F Faith a gift of the Spirit 73–75 connected with baptism and confirmation 49–50 establishing, strengthens character 123 exertion increases 64–66 fulfilling assignments with 190–91 spiritual knowledge increases 63–64 Family blessings of, available to all the faithful 130–31 gospel teaching in 132–34 Relief Society good influence in 170 sacred and eternal relationships in 129–30 sealed in temples 140 unity in 131–32 198 Family history, making sacrifices to do 143 Forgiveness 201 Friendship requires efforts of both parties 199 with those of other faiths 227 G Glory of God, mind to be single to 180 God the Father acknowledging hand of, in good we do 153 all people are children of 259–60 doing the will of 148–50 Jesus Christ did the will of 279–81 potential to become like 83–89 prepares marvelous things for the faithful 140 protects His people 243–44 seeking glory of, ensures success 148–50 with help of, we can do anything required 176–78 Grace 175 Guy, Joseph, healed through administration by Lorenzo Snow 206–7 H Happiness comes through the priesthood 210 embracing the gospel brings 227 increases as we help others find 260 in the midst of affliction 107–10 secured through Jesus Christ 280–81 walking in the light of the Holy Spirit brings 76–77 Heavenly Father See God the Father Holy Ghost aids in peculiar circumstances 71–73 78 as our friend 75–76 79 bestowed by laying on of hands 52–53 brings peace and happiness 76–77 gift of, connected to faith and repentance 49–50 gift of, to be administered by proper authority 54 gives counsel 76 guidance of, leads to blessings 55–57 helps us endure trials 77–79 helps us fulfill duties 77–78 keeps us on onward path 80 leads to all truth 73–75 operates upon hearts of investigators 229 prepares us for celestial glory 78–79 promptings of, save Lorenzo Snow’s life 71–73 prompts members to serve missions 229 reveals things of God 75–76 Home See Family Hosanna Shout 138–39 Humility leaders need 221–22 necessary to accomplish the work 244–45 necessary to have the Spirit 79–80 I Italian Mission, Lorenzo Snow establishes 20–23 205–7 J Jensen, Ella, restored to life through administration by Lorenzo Snow 26–27 Jesus Christ appears in Kirtland Temple 250–51 281–82 appears to Lorenzo Snow 27 238–39 Atonement of, for all people 186 baptism of 51 278 birth of 279 exaltation through 87–88 280–81 example of priesthood service 186 example of withstanding temptation 253 foreordination of 110 forgiveness through the atoning blood of 54 head of Church 238–39 mission of 279–81 prays for all to be one 196–97 submission to the will of the Father 148–50 279–81 testimony of 61 184–85 281–82 will come to earth to reign 282–83 Joy devotion to the cause of truth brings 191–92 notwithstanding difficulties 89–90 114–15 K Kingdom of God building up 244 254–55 cannot be destroyed 242–43 continuing progress of 237–39 devotion to 252–53 Relief Society members advance 169–70 seeking first the 254 See also Church of Jesus Christ Service in the Church Kirtland Temple blessings at dedication of 250–51 Jesus Christ appears in 137 250–51 281–82 Knowledge gaining spiritual, requires exertion 64–66 increasing spiritual 63–64 sharing, with others 261 See also Learning L Leaders commanded to feed the Lord’s sheep 218–19 must be concerned with welfare of others 215 217–22 must not seek honor for themselves 215 217–18 need guidance from the Spirit 221–22 should delegate responsibilities 220–21 should serve with love 219–20 Learning by faith 38–39 by the Spirit 41–43 repetition helpful in 40–41 requires perseverance 38–39 See also Knowledge Love for God more than for the world 252 of missionaries for people 233 of one another 198–202 259–60 in missionary work 229 M Malta, Lorenzo Snow’s service in 183–84 Marriage eternal, for those not married in this life 130–31 eternal, in temples 140 eternal, should be encouraged 129 oneness of feeling in 131–32 Relief Society encourages faithfulness in 170 Millennium, temple work during 143 Missionary work and love for fellowmen 233 bringing good and glad tidings 230–31 counsel on how to serve 230–32 helps others receive gospel blessings 227–29 joy of participating in 226 232–34 members serve in 184–85 reasons for serving full time 226–27 receiving the Lord’s help in 225–26 sacrificing to serve 227–29 233 serving as ambassadors of heaven 231 Mount Pisgah entertainment at 108–10 Lorenzo Snow presides over 19 107–10 O Obedience brings blessings 48–49 to God’s will, brings power 150–53 Opposition, will not destroy the kingdom 242–43 Ordinances administered by the priesthood 54–55 208–9 bring eternal gifts and blessings 54 for the dead 140–41 143 P Parents encourage love and kindness at home 131–32 need to set example for children 132–34 to cultivate principles of life and salvation 134 to teach children to pay tithing 164 See also Family Patience, required to become perfect 96 Patten, David W., bears testimony to Lorenzo Snow 1 3 Peace Holy Ghost can bring 76–77 through Jesus Christ 280–81 Perfection a day-by-day process 98–101 103 comes through tribulation 111 commandment to seek 95–97 heavenly aid and assistance needed to reach 95–97 repentance required for 98–101 within our sphere 97–98 Perpetual Emigrating Fund 195–96 Persecution, will not destroy Church 242–43 Plan of salvation gospel is the 240 instituted before world began 240 Jesus Christ’s life and death part of 279–81 Pride, example of a Church leader’s 215 217–18 Priesthood authority delegated from heaven 208–9 guides and perfects us 210 helps us find happiness 210 holders of, to follow principles of righteousness 211–13 holders of, to seek and exercise spiritual gifts 211–13 holders of, to serve others 211–13 holders of, working with Relief Society sisters 169–70 restored through Joseph Smith 208–9 Prosperity, secret of 279 Purpose of life 154 Q Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Lorenzo Snow’s calling to 19–20 Quorums, unity in 197–98 R Relief Society advancing the kingdom of God 169–70 exemplifies charity and pure religion 169 good influence in homes 170 helping members aim for celestial glory 172 mission of 169 strengthens motherhood 170 to receive increasing opportunities to serve 170–71 working with priesthood holders 169–70 Repentance advances our own cause 123 connected with baptism and confirmation 49–50 for not paying tithing 161–62 overcomes failure 98–101 Restoration effected through Joseph Smith 208–9 273–74 Lorenzo Snow’s testimony of 273–74 prophesied 240 Revelation Church built on the rock of 74–75 helps in the midst of difficulties 73–74 humility necessary for 79 S Sacrifice for the good of others 200–201 262–63 made with God’s help 178–79 may be required by Lord 245 necessary for temporal salvation 243–44 required of missionaries 227–29 to do temple work 143 Scriptures, teach of our divine potential 86–89 Second Coming of Jesus Christ 282–83 Service in the Church difficult but joyful 191–92 each calling important 186–89 faithful and energetic 190–91 helps others receive salvation 185–86 Relief Society provides opportunities for 170–71 See Serving others Serving others allows us to get heaven within us 262–63 blessings come from 257 259 examining personal motives for 217–18 improving ourselves through 261–62 increases our happiness 260 using talents in 220–21 See also Service in the Church Smith, Alma L., helps save Lorenzo Snow’s life 71–73 Smith, Hyrum, martyrdom of 237 Smith, Joseph a sincere young man when called 268–69 divine calling of 268 enjoyed innocent amusements 270–71 free from hypocrisy 270–71 high moral character of 269–70 increased in spiritual power and influence 272–73 Lorenzo Snow first sees 269 Lorenzo Snow’s experiences with 267–69 Lorenzo Snow’s testimony of 268 273–74 martyrdom of 237 priesthood restored through 208–9 speaks with power in Nauvoo Temple 267 Snow, Eliza R. (sister of Lorenzo Snow) accompanies Lorenzo Snow to Holy Land 277–78 childless state of 130–31 second Relief Society general president 167 Snow, Lorenzo administers to a Waldenses boy 206–7 administers to Ella Jensen 26–27 administers to injured ship steward 13–16 and temple work 24–25 as a full-time missionary 7–16 20–23 71–73 205–7 baptism of 6 47 becomes President of the Church 27–28 befriends other religious leaders 29–30 builds up the Church in Malta 183–84 called to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles 19–20 childhood of 3–4 conversion of 6–7 59 61–62 decides to serve a full-time mission 225–26 education of 4–6 enters into plural marriage 17 establishes the Italian mission 20–23 experiences storm on the way to England 175–76 experiences with Joseph Smith 267–69 gains a testimony 6–7 gathers donations for Perpetual Emigrating Fund 195–96 Jesus Christ appears to 27 238–39 leads Saints in Brigham City 23–24 leads Saints at Mount Pisgah 19 leaves money with Brigham Young’s wife 10–11 life saved as missionary in Hawaiian Islands 71–73 magnifies priesthood 117 119 oversees a family reunion 127 129 receives help from a man he has served 257 259 responds to Brigham Young’s call to reform 117 119 sends a letter to priesthood leaders in London 215 217–18 speaks at a Relief Society activity 167 sustained as President of the Church 238–39 teaches the law of tithing 31–32 157–60 tells of early troubles and successes in public speaking 93–95 thirst for learning 3–4 37–38 visits the Holy Land 277–78 Snow, Oliver (father of Lorenzo Snow) 3–4 Snow, Rosetta Leonora Pettibone (mother of Lorenzo Snow) 3–4 Speculation, spirit of, led to Kirtland apostasy 250–52 Spiritual gifts, seeking 211–13 Success comes by doing the Father’s will 148–53 obedience brings, in God’s work 190–91 Succession in the Presidency 237–39 T Talents leaders use, of others 220–21 parable of the 187–89 Teachers enlightened by teaching others 261 need guidance of the Spirit 41–43 219–20 should serve with love 219 teach children to pay tithing 164 Temples allow us to be saviors 143 and ordinances for the dead 140–43 blessings of serving in 143–44 entering with a pure heart 144 families sealed in 140 importance to Lorenzo Snow 24–25 invitation to come into 140 main labor of Millennium 143 making sacrifices to work in 143 places to learn of God’s blessings 140 prepare us to resist temptation 143–44 Temptations how to escape 249–50 Lord strengthens us to overcome 113–14 missionaries to stay away from 232 not being overcome by 250–52 remaining faithful during 112 temple work helps us resist 143–44 Ten virgins, parable of 282–83 Testimony is good starting point 63 of Jesus Christ 61 184–85 281–82 of Joseph Smith and the Restoration 273–74 Tithing all Latter-day Saints to pay in full 157–58 161 children should be taught to pay 164 frees Church from debt 32 159–60 Lorenzo Snow inspired to preach about 31 157–58 not a difficult law to understand and live 160–61 parents and teachers to set example of paying 164 payment of, brings spiritual and temporal blessings 159 162–64 pays for temples 162 163 sanctifies the land 162–63 Trials being faithful during 107–10 112 enable us to show love of God 112 finding joy during 89–90 107–10 help us draw nearer to God 114–15 Holy Ghost helps us endure 77–79 Lord strengthens us to overcome 113–14 prepare us for celestial glory 110–11 Trust in God 171–72 175–76 in the Lord’s promises 244–45 Truth, gift of Holy Ghost leads to all 73–75 U Unity brings light and intelligence 202 comes as we serve each other 198–201 in families 198 in quorums and organizations 197–98 in the Church 197–98 makes us a mighty people 202 prepares us to dwell in God’s presence 202 shows world the Lord’s character 196–97 W Waldenses, the 21–23 205–7 Welfare, devotion to, of others 221–22 Will of God, seeking and following 148–53 Women, in the Lord’s work 167 See also Relief Society Work accomplishing, entrusted to us 244–45 for the benefit of friends 261–62 where the Lord plants us 175 Work of the Lord brings joy 191–92 brings prosperity 180 can be difficult 191–92 we need God’s assistance to accomplish 180 Worldliness refusing to trade glories of eternity for 253–55 separating ourselves from 101–3 176–78 252–53 turns us against eternal principles 250–52 warnings against 249–52