"All Things Must Be Done in Order"
The symbolism of the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is beautiful to contemplate. The bread and water represent the flesh and blood of Him who is the Bread of Life and the Living Water, poignantly reminding us of the price He paid to redeem us. As the bread is broken, we remember the Savior’s torn flesh... As we drink the water, we think of the blood He shed in Gethsemane and on the cross and its sanctifying power...As we remember and honor His atoning sacrifice, we should also contemplate His sinless life.
- D. Todd Christofferson, The Living Bread Which Came Down from Heaven
Sacrament: A Bible Story for Children
The performance of every ordinance of salvation comprising our covenant pathway back to the presence of our Father in Heaven requires appropriate governance through priesthood keys…“Priesthood keys are the authority God has given to priesthood leaders to direct, control, and govern the use of His priesthood on earth.” Priesthood keys control the exercise of priesthood authority. Ordinances that create a record in the Church require keys and cannot be done without authorization.
- Gary E. Stevenson, Where Are the Keys and Authority of the Priesthood?
The Restoration of Priesthood Keys
Faith brings us the power of the Lord, which—among other things—is manifested by a hope of good things to come, miracles that confirm our faith, and divine protection in spiritual and temporal matters…The Lord commands us to take “the shield of faith wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.” Satan will use such things as doubt, fear, or sin to tempt us to let go of faith and lose the protection it offers.
- Marcus B. Nash, By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled
Put on the Armor of God | Animated Scripture Lesson for Kids (Updated)
[W]e receive personal revelation only within our purview and not within the prerogative of others...Doctrine, commandments, and revelations for the Church are the prerogative of the living prophet, who receives them from the Lord Jesus Christ…only the prophet receives revelation for the Church. It would be “contrary to the economy of God” for others to receive such revelation…Personal revelation rightly belongs to individuals... Church leaders may teach doctrine and share inspired counsel, but the responsibility for these decisions rests with you. That is your revelation to receive…
- Dale G. Renlund, A Framework for Personal Revelation
[O]ne not familiar with the Church might feel that there would be great confusion. But the Lord’s kingdom is one of order. There is no confusion in its leadership. The Church is growing large… It is moving across the world. Its program is extensive, complex, and deals with a host of elements. The responsibilities are many and varied. But I can say that regardless of the circumstances, the work goes forward in an orderly and wonderful way…there is order in the exercise of that authority.
- President Gordon B. Hinckley, The Church Is on Course
Let’s Rethink Organized Religion | Organized Religion
I think we will witness increasing evidence of Satan’s power as the kingdom of God grows stronger. I believe Satan’s ever-expanding efforts are some proof of the truthfulness of this work...We will need greater spirituality to perceive all of the forms of evil and greater strength to resist it…There is...an ample shield against the power of Lucifer and his hosts. This protection lies in the spirit of discernment through the gift of the Holy Ghost... Satan’s efforts can be thwarted by all who come unto Christ by obedience to the covenants and ordinances of the gospel.
- James E. Faust, “The Great Imitator”
Deceive Me Not by Elder Stevenson
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