“75 Truths in the Doctrine and Covenants,” New Era, Dec. 2014, 22–23
75 Truths in the Doctrine and Covenants
Here’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the important teachings found in the scriptures of the Restoration.
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The Lord can speak to us through His servants. | |
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Joseph Smith was called of God. | |
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This is the only true and living Church. | |
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God’s purposes cannot be frustrated. | |
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We are called to labor in God’s kingdom. | |
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In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established. | |
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Christ can help us overcome doubt and fear. | |
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John the Beloved was to stay on earth and minister and not die. | |
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Pray and ask in faith. | |
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Receiving personal revelation requires effort. | |
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Pray always that you may come off conqueror. | |
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The wisdom of God is greater than the cunning of the devil. | |
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Study precedes spiritual power in teaching the gospel. | |
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The Lord blesses the faithful both spiritually and temporally. | |
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The Book of Mormon is true. | |
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The true Church is built upon Jesus Christ and His gospel. | |
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The worth of souls is great in the sight of God. | |
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Jesus Christ is the only name whereby we can be saved. | |
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Christ bled from every pore and suffered so that we could repent. | |
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Pray vocally and in your heart. | |
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Baptism must be done by immersion and proper authority. | |
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Following the prophet protects us against the adversary. | |
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The Lord delights in righteous music. | |
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As we partake of the sacrament, we are to remember the Atonement of Jesus Christ. | |
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We must put on the armor of God. | |
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Spiritual death is separation from God. | |
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The Lord will inspire us as we declare the gospel. | |
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Faith precedes miracles. | |
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We are to value others as much as we value ourselves. | |
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If we are prepared, we shall not fear. | |
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Leaders must be called and set apart by proper authority. | |
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Healings happen according to faith and God’s will. | |
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Jesus Christ will reign on earth during the Millennium. | |
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We can prepare for the Second Coming. | |
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Meetings should be directed by the Holy Spirit. | |
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The Holy Ghost is the Comforter and the teacher of truth. | |
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The Spirit helps us teach and learn. | |
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The Lord expects us to be honest and unified. | |
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We must be anxiously engaged in a good cause. | |
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To repent we must confess and forsake sin. | |
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Keeping the Sabbath day holy grants us strength. | |
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Faith does not come by signs. | |
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We must forgive all people. | |
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The Lord has commanded parents to teach their children the gospel. | |
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Jesus Christ lives. | |
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There are three kingdoms of heaven. | |
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Unto whom much is given much is required. | |
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The Lord always keeps His promises when we are faithful. | |
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The power of godliness is manifest in ordinances. | |
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The Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood is set forth. | |
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We must share the gospel with the whole world. | |
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The spirit and body are the soul of man. | |
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The Word of Wisdom is God’s law of health. | |
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If we treat God’s revelations lightly, we will stumble and fall. | |
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Zion is the pure in heart. | |
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God is aware of us, and our trials will work together for our good. | |
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Forgiveness brings rest to our souls. | |
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The Lord commands us to build temples. | |
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Receiving temple blessings arms us with power. | |
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Paying tithing helps sanctify us. | |
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The Lord can grant us peace during adversity. | |
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Priesthood power depends on righteous living. | |
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Many are kept from the truth because they don’t know where to find it. | |
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The Lord can soften hearts. | |
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Baptism for the dead links us to our ancestors. | |
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Only God knows when the Second Coming will occur. | |
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The knowledge we gain in this life will be with us after the resurrection. | |
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Blessings are predicated upon obedience. | |
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The Father and Son have physical bodies. | |
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Marriage, the new and everlasting covenant, is essential to attaining exaltation. | |
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We cannot be saved in ignorance. | |
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Covenants can be for eternity. | |
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Coming to know Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ leads to exaltation. | |
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We will be judged according to our actions and desires. | |
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All children who die before they become accountable will be saved in the celestial kingdom. |