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W01 Gospel Research and Insight
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Instructions
Follow the steps below to complete this activity. Save this document with your name in the file name. When you have completed this activity and answered all the questions, follow the instructions in your course to submit the document for grading and feedback.
Step 01
Carefully read and review the Explanatory Introduction and Section 1 of Doctrine and Covenants and consider the insights you gained from the scripture sections studied.
Note: An “Insight” is a statement of truth that you found enlightening in your personal study
Step 02
Use 200-300 words
to provide three
insights from the Explanatory Introduction to answer “What do the Lord’s Prophets want me to know about the Doctrine and Covenants?”.
For each insight found, including the following:
Name of the insight statement
Scripture Reference
(Reference that inspired the insight)
Personal Explanation (Why is this significant to this question?)
Insight 1:
Insight statement – The Doctrine Covenants serves as a type of church constitution Helping to us to govern oursevles. D&C Introduction - "The Doctrine and Covenants is a collection of divine revelations and inspired declarations given for the establishment and regulation of the kingdom of God on the earth in the last days."
This insight emphasizes the divine nature of the Doctrine and Covenants, highlighting its purpose in establishing and regulating God's kingdom in the modern era. It underscores the significance of the teachings and directives found within the Doctrine and Covenants.
Insight 2:
Insight Statement – The revelations contained the Doctrine and Covenants are meant to be heard by all.
D&C Introduction - "…most of the sections are directed to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the messages, warnings, and exhortations are for the benefit of all mankind and contain an invitation to all people everywhere to hear the voice of the Lord Jesus Christ, speaking to them for their temporal well-being and their everlasting salvation."
This insight conveys that the revelations and lessons contained within the D&C are not exclusive
but extend to all of humanity, emphasizing the relevance of the teachings for the temporal and eternal welfare of individuals worldwide. It is a call to gather all unto Christ.
Insight 3:
Insight Statement – The church is led by living prophets, who can and do still receive revelation from God.
D&C Introduction - "…the Doctrine and Covenants is unique because it is not a translation of an ancient document, but is of modern origin and was given of God through His chosen prophets for the restoration of His holy work and the establishment of the kingdom of God on the earth in these days. "
This insight highlights the distinctive nature of the Doctrine and Covenants. Unlike translations of ancient texts, it is a modern revelation given through chosen prophets, emphasizing the ongoing restoration of God's work. This uniqueness adds weight to the importance of heeding the guidance within its pages for navigating the complexities of the present day.
Use 200-300 words
to provide three
insights from Section 1 of the Doctrine and Covenants to answer “What does the Lord want you to know about the Doctrine and Covenants?”.
For each insight found, including the following:
Name of the insight statement
Scripture Reference
(Reference that inspired the insight)
Personal Explanation (Why is this significant to this question?)
Insight 1:
Insight Statement – Harken to the warnings of the Lord. All will hear his message.
D&C 1:2 - "For verily the voice of the Lord is unto all men, and there is none to escape; and there is no eye that shall not see, neither ear that shall not hear, neither heart that shall not be penetrated."
Personal Explanation – In verse one of D&C 1 the Lord starts by saying “Harken”. He specifically calls out the people of his church in warning. But then in verse two he clearly emphasizes that these warnings are not just for us, but for all mankind. It is important that we pay heed to what is about to be said.
Insight 2:
Insight Statement - The Second Coming is imminent, apostasy and wickedness will precede this event. Joseph Smith is specifically chosen to restore the Lord's truths and powers to counteract the growing darkness on the earth.
D&C 1:12-17 – “……17: Wherefore, I the Lord, knowing the calamity which should come upon the inhabitants of the earth, called upon my servant Joseph Smith, Jun., and spake unto him from heaven, and gave him commandments;”
Personal Explanation – There is urgency and significance in the Doctrine and Covenants in the context of the Latter-days. The Lord is providing a roadmap through these revelations to counteract the prevailing spiritual challenges and helping to prepare individuals for the approaching Second Coming. The restoration through Joseph Smith is a divine intervention to combat the increasing apostasy and darkness, emphasizing the unique role of the Doctrine and Covenants in guiding people through tumultuous times to come.
Insight 3:
Insight Statement – Search, ponder and pray. The revelations given are true and all will be fulfilled.
D&C 1:37 - "Search these commandments, for they are true and faithful, and the prophecies and promises which are in them shall all be fulfilled."
Personal Explanation – We must have a proactive role in our own salvation. The scriptures we have are direct revelation, meant for us. We must study them and proactively work towards keeping the commandments and seeking eternal life.
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Step 03
Use 150-200 words
to answer “How do you feel your study of the Lord’s Preface (Section 1) and
the Explanatory Introduction (prepared by His prophets) of the Doctrine and Covenants prepared you for a study of this sacred work?”.
The Lord's Preface, serves as a summons from the divine, essentially a celestial directive, emphasizing the pertinence of these insights for personal well-being and salvation. The Explanatory Introduction, offers insights into the distinctive aspects and origin of the Doctrine and Covenants. This isn't some ancient manuscript; it's a contemporary compilation, a conduit of divine communication channeled through chosen prophets to restore God's work in our day and age. These are ment to prepare us to engage more profoundly with the richness of the Doctrine and Covenants. Understanding that these revelations are an integral part of an ongoing restoration, with a call to adhere to divine commandments and an alert against potential apostasy. It is a roadmap, that is guiding not just me but all who would hear and see through the complexities of life. With this understanding, I can approach the Doctrine and Covenants with a sense of reverence and curiosity, and glean insights for my temporal and spiritual journey.
Step 04
Reflect on the insights you gained this week. Write a 150-250 word paragraph
; describe what the single most powerful insight
was that came to you as you studies this week’s revelations and what you hope to do with it.
Your paragraph should contain:
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A description of what stood out to you.
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What you hope to do better as a result of this new or deeper understanding you have been given.
Here are some questions to consider in writing this paragraph:
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Was there a particular “one=liner” in these revelations that captures your greatest insight?
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What was your biggest “aha” moment in studying these revelations?
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What do you hope to do better as a result of what you have studied?
One profound insight that resonated with me is the ongoing nature of God's revelation to His chosen prophets. The knowledge that the Doctrine and Covenants is not a translation of an ancient document but rather a modern revelation given through God's appointed servants signifies a continuous line of communication between heaven and earth. The realization that living prophets receive guidance, wisdom, and divine instructions for the restoration of God's work in my times is deeply impactful. I feel like I am a part of these revelations, not just reading a scripture from two thousand years ago.
In light of this insight, my aspiration is to cultivate a heightened awareness of the dynamic and living nature of the gospel. I want to be more attuned to the ongoing revelations that shape and
guide the Church in the present day. Recognizing the relevance of the Doctrine and Covenants as a guidebook for navigating the complexities of the modern world. I hope to integrate this awareness into my personal study, fostering a greater appreciation for the continuous outpouring of divine guidance and a deeper connection with the living prophets who play a vital
role in the ongoing restoration of God's kingdom on earth.