Section 25 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRevelation given through Joseph Smith at Harmony, Pennsylvania, in July 1830, to Joseph Smith, Jr., Oliver Cowdery, and John Whitmer. It is specifically important because of its affirmation of the principle of “common consent” in the government of the church. 1 A. Behold, I say unto you, that you shall let your time be devoted…
Section 24 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: 2 minutesRevelation addressed to Emma Smith, wife of the prophet. It was given through Joseph Smith at Harmony, Pennsylvania, in July 1830. The selection of hymns that Emma was directed to make was completed and published in 1835. This hymnbook was used at the dedication of the Kirtland Temple. 1 A. Hearken unto the voice of…
Section 23 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: 3 minutesRevelation given through Joseph Smith, Jr., July 1830, at Harmony, Pennsylvania. It is addressed to Joseph and Oliver, who were in need of reassurance because of the persecution to which they had been subjected after the publication of the Book of Mormon and the organization of the church. 1 A. Behold, thou wast called and…
Section 11 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: 2 minutesRevelation given through Joseph Smith, Jr., the prophet, in response to the earnest prayers of Joseph Knight, Sr. On several occasions Mr. Knight bought provisions to Joseph and Oliver so they could continue their work of translation without interruption. This revelation was given in May 1829, at Harmony, Pennsylvania. Note the similarity between the opening…
Section 10 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: 3 minutesRevelation given through Joseph Smith, Jr., to his brother, Hyrum Smith, May 1829, at Harmony, Pennsylvania. The first four paragraphs contain the same assurances and counsel as had been given to Oliver Cowdery during the proceeding months (D. and C. 6). 1 A. A great and marvelous work is about to come forth among the children…
Section 9 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: 2 minutesRevelation given through Joseph Smith, Jr. to Oliver Cowdery in Harmony, Pennsylvania, during April 1829. It followed and explained Oliver’s failure as a translator and encouraged him to continue as Joseph’s scribe, which he did. 1 A. Behold, I say unto you, my son, that because you did not translate according to that which you desired…
Section 8 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: 2 minutesRevelation given through Joseph Smith, Jr. to Oliver Cowdery, April 1829, at Harmony, Pennsylvania. It was occasioned by Oliver’s questions and concerns as he entered into more intimate association with Joseph during this first month of their acquaintance. 1 A. Oliver Cowdery, verily, verily I say unto you, that assuredly as the Lord liveth, who is…
Section 6 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: 4 minutesOliver Cowdery met Joseph Smith on April 5, 1829. Two days later he began to write for Joseph as the prophet dictated the translation of the Book of Mormon. The following inspired instruction was received at Harmony, Pennsylvania, during the latter part of the month. It was addressed to Oliver Cowdery. 1 A. A great and…
Section 5 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: 4 minutesRevelation given to Joseph Smith and Martin Harris in Harmony, Pennsylvania, March 1829. It was called forth by Martin’s insistent desire to know whether Joseph has the records of the Nephites in his possession. 1 A. Behold, I say unto you, that as my servant Martin Harris has desired a witness at my hand, that you,…
Section 4 (Community of Christ)
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRevelation given to Joseph Smith, Sr., through his son, the prophet, at Harmony, Pennsylvania, February 1829. 1 A. Now, behold, a marvelous work is about to come forth among the children of men, B. therefore, O ye that embark in the service of God, see that ye serve him with all your heart, might, mind, and strength,…