Taylor and Tyler talk about the importance of receiving personal revelation as they go through the story of Oliver Cowdery and his experiences with the prophet Joseph Smith. __________________________________________________ Download our free scripture study tool: www.scriptureplus.org/ Sign up for our weekly emails to receive notifications and more Come, Follow Me resources: forms.aweber.com/form/87/2078810487.htm __________________________________________________ 0:00 Introduction: Historical Setting and timeline 6:33 The translation process: Imagine Oliver Cowdery hearing verses from the Book of Mormon for the first time. 10:00 D&C 6: Revelation to Joseph and Oliver provides assurance, counsel, and direction to “seek to establish the cause of Zion.” 14:29 Oliver has been blessed with a gift from God and counseled to not make it known to many. 15:24 God can use a variety of means and objects to bring about revelation in our personal lives. 17:39 Joseph’s testimony about the revelation process: “The Book of Mormon was translated by the gift and power of God." 20:45 Oliver Cowdery desires and receives an additional witness that this is the Lord’s work. 24:10 D&C 6:32 “Where two or three are gathered together in my name” Assurance given to Joseph and Oliver that Jesus Christ is with them as they translate. 26:23 D&C 6: 34-37: “Doubt not, fear not.” God allows adversity and struggle in bringing forth the record but as Joseph and Oliver rely on Him the work will prevail. 32:29 D&C 7: Revelation regarding John the Beloved (John 21:22) Another witness that the translation came through the gift and power of God 36:24 D&C 7:4-5: Caution about comparisons. We can find joy in the fulfillment of our righteous desires. 38:49 Why priesthood keys and the restored Church are essential to our progression on the covenant path. 41:22 D&C 8: The role of Jesus Christ as your Savior and Redeemer. 42:21 D&C 8: 2-3: Revelation flows to both mind and heart, to both thoughts and feelings. 51:01 The gifts and revelations of God come through faith in Christ, sincerity of heart, and real intent to do what God asks us to do. 52:42 D&C 9:1-4 God’s will for Oliver at this time is to write and be a scribe for Joseph Smith. 55:30 D&C 9: 8-9 The Lord’s counsel and invitation to use both mind and heart in seeking revelation. Exercise patience, trust in the gentle thoughts and feelings that come. 58:43 D&C 9:11 Fear is an obstacle to revelation. 1:00:14 Conclusion: Be faithful and pay attention to simple thoughts to recognize revelation. “Be faithful . . . stand fast in the work.” (D&C 9:13-14) Timestamps courtesy of Tammy Hulse __________________________________________________ This channel may make use of copyrighted material, the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. This constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, the material on this channel is offered publicly and without profit, to the public users of the internet for comment and nonprofit educational and informational purposes. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. In such cases, fair use is permitted. No copyright(s) is/are claimed. The content is broadcasted for Study, Research and Educational purposes. The broadcaster gains no profit from broadcasted content. This falls under "Fair Use" guidelines. #BookofMormonCentral #ComeFollowMeInsights #SpreadLightAndGoodness