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"And we talk of Christ, we rejoice in Christ, we preach
of Christ, we prophesy of Christ, and we write according to our prophecies, that our
children may know to what source they may look for a remission of their sins."
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My
Testimony President Gordon B. Hinckley shares his
personal testimony of Jesus Christ.
Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer Elder Richard G. Scott discusses the
importance of Jesus Christ in our lives.
The
Purifying Power of Gethsemane Elder Bruce R. McConkie bears a powerful
witness of the crucifixion, the atonement, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This
testimony was given less than 2 weeks before Elder McConkie's death.
In
Remembrance of Jesus Elder Robert D. Hales discusses the
importance of Jesus Christ to mankind.
Finding
a Safe Harbor Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin discusses how
Jesus Christ offers us safety and peace.
Come
Unto Christ "The major mission of the Book
of Mormon, as recorded on its title page, is "to the convincing of the Jew and
Gentile that Jesus is the Christ, the eternal God, manifesting himself unto all
nations." President Ezra Taft Benson
Christians in Belief and Action Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin explains how Latter-day Saints are Christians.
President
Benson's Teachings About Christ President Ezra Taft Benson declares "Jesus Christ was and is the Lord
God Omnipotent. He was chosen before He was born. He was the all-powerful Creator of the
heavens and the earth. He is the source of life and light to all things. His word is the
law by which all things are governed in the universe. All things created and made by Him
are subject to His infinite power." Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson
Atonement
of Jesus Christ "The Atonement of Jesus Christ is the foreordained but voluntary act
of the Only Begotten Son of God. He offered his life, including his innocent body, blood,
and spiritual anguish as a redeeming ransom (1) for the effect of the Fall of Adam upon
all mankind and (2) for the personal sins of all who repent, from Adam to the end of the
world." Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Head of the Church "Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe
that Jesus Christ is personally the Head of the Church, leading and guiding it by
revelation (D&C 10:69; 3 Ne. 21:22)." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Faith in
Christ "Faith in Jesus Christ is the first principle of the gospel of Jesus
Christ (A of F 4). One who has this faith believes him to be the living Son of God, trusts
in his goodness and power, repents of one's sins, and follows his guidance." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Testimony
of Jesus Christ "The essence of a testimony is a personal inward assurance of Jesus
Christ's divinity, and it provides the fundamental basis for a Christian life. One becomes
a disciple of Christ in the fullest spiritual sense only when a personal testimony of
Jesus is received." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
An Overview
of the LDS View of Jesus Christ "Jesus Christ is the central figure in the doctrine of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Jesus Christ in
the Scriptures "Jesus Christ is the central focus in all scriptures accepted by
Latter-day Saints." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Christology Christology is the theological study of the human and divine natures and
roles of Jesus Christ. This article compares how some other Christian groups view the
nature and role of the Savior to the LDS view.
Jesus Christ
is Jehovah "While some Christians do not equate Jesus Christ and Jehovah in
their theologies, Biblical passages indicate that relationship, and Latter-day scriptures
often refer to Jesus Christ, the Son, as Jehovah (e.g., D&C 110:3-4; Moro.
10:34)." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Prophesies
About Jesus Christ "Prophecies concerning the birth, mortal ministry, and
post-Resurrection ministry of Jesus Christ permeate the Bible. Moreover, the latter-day
scriptures used by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—the
Book of Mormon, which bears the modern subtitle "Another Testament of Jesus
Christ," the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price—contain
numerous prophetic utterances about the Messiah that in general are clearer than those in
the Bible. " Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Jesus
Christ is the Firstborn in the Spirit "Fundamental to the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints is the concept that all human beings were born as spirit sons and
daughters of heavenly parents before any were born as mortals to earthly parents.
Latter-day Saints believe that the eldest and firstborn spirit child of God is Jehovah and
that it was he who was later born with a physical body to Mary as Jesus Christ. "Encyclopedia
of Mormonism
Jesus
Christ is the Only Begotten Son of God "Ancient and modern scriptures use the title Only Begotten to
emphasize the divine nature of Jesus Christ. Latter-day Saints recognize Jesus as
literally the Only Begotten Son of God the Father in the flesh (John 3:16; D&C 93:11;
Moses 6:52). This title signifies that Jesus' physical body was the offspring of a mortal
mother and of the eternal Father (Luke 1:35, 1 Ne. 11:18). It is LDS doctrine that Jesus
Christ is the child of Mary and God the Father, "not in violation of natural law but
in accordance with a higher manifestation thereof" (JC, p. 81). (See article on
Virgin Birth)"Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Birth of
Jesus Christ "Latter-day Saint scripture affirms unequivocally that the birth of
Jesus Christ was the mortal advent on earth of an actual God, a second and distinct member
of the Godhead. Adam was assured redemption through the Only Begotten of the Father, and
every true prophet had a hope of Christ's glory (Moses 5:6-10; Jacob 4:4)."Encyclopedia
of Mormonism
The Preparation
Period of Christ A discussion of Jesus' life before his public ministry.
Baptism of
Jesus Christ "At the commencement of his public ministry, Jesus went from Galilee
to the Jordan, where he was baptized by John the Baptist. He did thereby "humble
himself before the Father" and witness to him "that he would be obedient to
him" (2 Ne. 31:7). For Latter-day Saints this event shows that Jesus by his own
example taught that all people must be baptized by immersion by one having
authority."Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Ministry
of Jesus Christ "The central role played by Jesus' mortal ministry in Latter-day
Saint doctrine and belief is well expressed in Joseph Smith's statement that 'the
fundamental principles of our religion are the testimony of the Apostles and Prophets,
concerning Jesus Christ, that He died, was buried, and rose again the third day, and
ascended into heaven; and all other things which pertain to our religion are only
appendages to it' (TPJS, p. 121; HC 3:30)."Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Crucifixion
of Jesus Christ "Crucifixion was the form of execution suffered by Jesus Christ on
Calvary as the necessary conclusion to his voluntary infinite atoning sacrifice begun in
Gethsemane (see Atonement). Many people supported and
followed Jesus, but a small group of influential Judaean leaders, who disagreed with his
doctrines and felt threatened by his popularity, succeeded in having the Roman governor,
Pontius Pilate, condemn him to death."Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Resurrection
of Jesus Christ "Latter-day Saints view the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the most
glorious event of all time. Having the power to lay down his body and to "take it
again" (John 10:18), the Savior conquered death for himself and all mankind (1 Cor.
15:22). LDS faith in the literal and physical resurrection of Jesus is greatly
strengthened by ancient and modern testimonies of many witnesses." Encyclopedia
of Mormonism
The
Forty Day Ministry of Jesus Christ "After his resurrection, Jesus spent much of the next forty days with
his disciples, "speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God" (Acts
1:3) and opening "their understanding, that they might understand the
scriptures," namely, what is "in the Law of Moses, and in the prophets, and in
the Psalms concerning [him]" (Luke 24:44-45). As part of Jesus' ministry, these forty
days are important to Latter-day Saints. In addition, a major section of the Book of
Mormon is devoted to his post-resurrection ministry in the Western Hemisphere."Encyclopedia
of Mormonism
Latter-day
Appearances of Jesus Christ "As shown in the New Testament and the Book of Mormon, after his
resurrection, Jesus Christ can, and also does, appear to people in this latter-day
dispensation of the gospel. When these sacred manifestations are for personal instruction,
they are not spoken of openly. However, when it is appropriate, the divine communication
is made public. It is a principle of the gospel that the Lord Jesus Christ can, and will,
manifest himself to his people, including individual members, "in his own time, and
in his own way, and according to his own will" (D&C 88:68)."Encyclopedia
of Mormonism
Second
Coming of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints "affirm that there is an actual Messiah, that he
will come at some future time to the earth, and that only through his coming and the
events associated therewith will a millennial age of peace, harmony, and joy begin." Encyclopedia
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The Living Christ "We bear testimony, as His duly
ordained Apostles—that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God. He is the
great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father. He is the light,
the life, and the hope of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this
life and eternal life in the world to come. God be thanked for the matchless gift of His
divine Son." The First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
The
Fatherhood and Sonship of Jesus Christ "Latter-day Saint scriptures refer to Jesus Christ as
both the Father and the Son....Such usage has been explained in several ways consistent
with the fundamental LDS understanding of the Godhead as three distinct beings." Encyclopedia
of Mormonism
Taking
the Name of Jesus Christ Upon Oneself "It is a doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
that the only way to obtain salvation is to take the name of Jesus Christ upon
oneself." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Titles and Names of Jesus Christ "Since Jesus Christ is the central focus both in Church devotion and
in scripture, he is naturally known under many names and titles" Encyclopedia of
Mormonism
Types
and Shadows of Jesus Christ "Latter-day Saints believe that many events, persons, and objects in
the Old Testament and other scriptures were "types" or foreshadowings of Jesus
Christ." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Jesus
Christ, the Second Comforter "The term "Second Comforter" refers to Jesus Christ in his
role of ministering personally to his faithful followers (John 14:21-23; D&C 93:1;
130:3)." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Sources
for Words of Jesus Christ "For followers of Jesus Christ, nothing has more authority or
significance than his very words." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Physical
Appearance of Jesus "We know very little about the personality, form, visage, and general
appearance of the Lord Jesus." Elder Bruce R. McConkie
Was
Jesus Married?
While there is no definitive proof
available that the Jesus was married, the evidence might lead one to that
conclusion.
The Second Coming of Jesus Christ
The
Second Coming
Latter-day Saints "affirm that there is an actual
Messiah, that he will come at some future time to the earth, and that only through his
coming and the events associated therewith will a millennial age of peace, harmony, and
joy begin." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
President
Benson's Teachings About the Second Coming
"Not many years hence Christ will come again. He will
come in power and might as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. And ultimately "every
knee shall bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is the Christ" Teachings of
Ezra Taft Benson
Teachings about the Rapture
"Latter-day Saints do not use this term in
their theology (See Latter-day Saint
Vocabulary) However, Latter-day Saints affirm that there is an actual Messiah, that he
will come at some future time to the earth, and that only through his coming and the
events associated therewith will a millennial
age of peace, harmony, and joy begin." W. John Walsh(See Basic Beliefs; Teachings
About Jesus Christ home page; The Last Days home page)
The Ressurection of Jesus Christ
The
Resurrection of Jesus Christ
"Latter-day Saints view the resurrection of Jesus Christ
as the most glorious event of all time. Having the power to lay down his body and to
"take it again" (John 10:18), the Savior conquered death for himself and all
mankind (1 Cor. 15:22). LDS faith in the literal and physical resurrection of Jesus is
greatly strengthened by ancient and modern testimonies of many witnesses."Encyclopedia
of Mormonism
President
Benson's Teachings About the Resurrection of Christ
"This power to revive His own life was possible because
Jesus Christ was God—even the Son of God. Because He had the power to overcome death,
all mankind will be resurrected. "Because I live, ye shall live also," He
testified (John 14:19). Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson
Resurrection
"Resurrection is the reunion of the spirit with an immortal physical
body. The body laid in the grave is mortal; the resurrected physical body is immortal. The
whole of man, the united spirit and body, is defined in modern scripture as the "soul" of man. Resurrection from the dead
constitutes the redemption of the soul." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
The Resurrection of Jesus
At April 1982 General Conference, President Marion G.
Romney gives witness to the resurrection of Jesus and to set forth, in part at least, the
basis upon which that witness rests.
Resurrection
At April 2000 General Conference, Elder Dallin H. Oaks
discusses the doctrine of resurrection.
The Atonement of Jesus Christ
The
Atonement
"The Atonement of Jesus Christ is the foreordained but
voluntary act of the Only Begotten Son of God. He offered his life, including his innocent
body, blood, and spiritual anguish as a redeeming ransom (1) for the effect of the Fall of
Adam upon all mankind and (2) for the personal sins of all who repent, from Adam to the
end of the world." Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Encyclopedia of Mormonism
"Apply
the Atoning Blood of Christ"
At October 1997 General Conference, Elder Neal A. Maxwell discusses
personal application of the Atonement.
The Atonement
in the Book of Mormon
Dr. Robert L. Millet discusses the centrality of Christ's atonement in
the Book of Mormon. Dr. Millet illuminates the nature of the "good news of the
gospel" the hope of redemption through Christ. He shows how the Book of Mormon both
gives an invitation to come unto Christ and also teaches how to come unto him.
The Atonement
At October 1996 General Conference, Elder Russell M. Nelson explains the
interrelationship between the Creation, the Fall, and the Atonement.
Hope through the Atonement of Jesus Christ
At October 1998 General Conference, Elder Neal A. Maxwell discusses the
interrelationship between the Atonement and hope.
Teachings About the Atonement
"The Lord testified, "I came into the world to do
the will of my Father, because my Father sent me. And my Father sent me that I might be
lifted up upon the cross." (3 Nephi 27: 13-14.) And so He was. In Gethsemane and on
Calvary, He worked out the infinite and eternal atonement. It was the greatest single act
of love in recorded history. Thus He became our Redeemer—redeeming all of us from
physical death, and redeeming those of us from spiritual death who will obey the laws and
ordinances of the gospel." Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson
Justice
and Mercy
"Through the Atonement of Jesus Christ, justice and mercy are
interdependent and interactive, demonstrating that God cannot be just without being
merciful, nor merciful without being just." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Remission
of Sins
"Remission of sins" is the scriptural phrase that describes the
primary purpose of baptism: to obtain God's forgiveness for breaking his commandments and
receive a newness of life." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Gethsemane
"For Latter-day Saints, Gethsemane was the scene of Jesus' greatest
agony, even surpassing that which he suffered on the cross, an understanding supported by
Mark's description of Jesus' experience (Mark 14:33-39)." Encyclopedia of
Mormonism
Salvation
of Children
"In Latter-day Saint doctrine children are to be instructed in the
principles of the gospel and baptized when eight
years of age (D&C 68:25-27). They are then responsible to adhere to the teachings of
the Church relative to obtaining salvation. Before that time they are considered
"infants" or "little children" and are not required to be baptized.
They are considered "alive in Christ" and are "whole" (Moro. 8:8-12;
JST, Matt. 18:10-11)." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
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