“Chuck: Those that would entertain horns and tails are being quite silly at best and those that do not see problems in their own Church may indeed be visually and hearing impaired. That goes for everything. Regardless of what platform a person speaks from they should be careful not to elevate themselves as being perfect or 100% accurate for in that lays the problems that will curtail sharing, learning and accepting one another in a true spiritual positive environment. A friend!”
My Response:
When one considers the above one must understand the definition of the word or meaning of being ‘perfect!’ The individual is never perfected (if so they're history to mortality) - however, the three main purposes of the true Church should be; 1) Perfecting of the Saints (members) 2) Missionary Work (to help others know) and 3) Baptism for the dead (each individual member's extended family throughout history so they could can hear the Gospel).
If it's the Lord's Church (which it would have to be) it should be perfect in every way - however, being administered by those called and the laying of hands to confer 'keys' there will be found some with imperfections when not being a Prophet or Apostles. When a Prophet or Apostle is acting in the role of their office - they will never lead or do anything to lead anyone, anywhere at any time astray. In addition, they will be perfect in thought and clarity when declaring the Gospel of Jesus Christ – whether or not men/women are willing to believe or accept it as the perfect truth.
This is not judgmental - it's what the Savior and all of the Prophets have taught. When one ponders perfection – and goes to exclude either the Father or the Son or their appointed servants of having such a quality, they’re on very dangerous ground. Man/woman in all of their wisdom will only be made as fools to even try to compare their wisdom to that of the Father or Son or their servants.
There's one and only one reason I share - because I love everyone - (not their sins - smile) - enough that I want those who I know to know of Celestial Marriage - that the family can be eternal forever and ever. Marriage is not till death do us part - it's eternal - I've known this for almost 45+ years long before I knew that the Church had been restored and that I found it.
This is the second most important message I can share with those I love- for if I'm correct (and I'm pretty sure that I am) - I want none of my friends pointing or accusing me of not sharing this most important principle of which I've known for over 4 decades and lived for over 3 decades and didn't share it.
The first most important message is that the Church has been restored and thus the sealing keys are again on earth so that families can be eternal.
Most don't want to hear the Church has been restored - but all understand to some degree of their love of their families - spouses, children, etc. And most understand they're only a family until - death do us part! For there's no civil or ordained authority on this planet who can seal on earth - so it's sealed in heaven. Only a Prophet or Apostle with the keys - and to delegate these keys to worthy Priesthood holders have this authority and only can this be performed in The House of the Lord (a Temple).
Everyone should want to belong to the only true Church – and thus each Church on the earth today is basically claiming this truth – otherwise they’ve no authority or reason to be attending a church which in not the only true Church. Each Minister, Priest, Rabbi, Clergy, Caliph or any other who takes upon them to claim to be a spokesperson for the Father or the Son – must believe they’re in the only true Church. They must teach literally the Scriptures and to believe them literally – otherwise they’re found in contention with the Father and the Son who they claim to speak for literally.
So in reality how should a Prophet speak? Should he be wavering and unsure? Should he be shy about sharing the truth? What should he be teaching? Maybe the best answer to this can be found in the Scriptures – and see what they show as an example. For purposes of this review one must only look at the Savior! He taught and explained the Scriptures! He testified as to who he was and from where he was sent/called. He freely quoted the Prophets and specifically referenced Isaiah. He taught with authority – and in all of the Scriptures so did the Prophets and Apostles. They all taught with authority – firm and unwavering without concern as to whether men/women liked or did not like what they had to say!
The Prophet on the earth today would be such a man – and those who serve with him a Apostles would be also! I know such men – and they are indeed like the Savior!
C
“Do We Want to Know?”
(Part 2)
cji
7/31/09
Scattering feathers amid a storm
helter-skelter they fly about lost
unknown to man where they go
yet all known to the Father and Son
for they know and understand all
thus when calling those to them
Prophets, Apostles, Seers – all
this wisdom and truth is shared
man/woman unlike the feathers
are not randomly scattered about
but each is known to the Father
while many are found unknowing
of either the Father or the Son
while claiming such knowledge
for drinking at the wrong fountain
knowing neither life eternal
or of the Celestial Kingdom yonder
where families are to be forever!
Copyright © 2009 – cji
My Response:
When one considers the above one must understand the definition of the word or meaning of being ‘perfect!’ The individual is never perfected (if so they're history to mortality) - however, the three main purposes of the true Church should be; 1) Perfecting of the Saints (members) 2) Missionary Work (to help others know) and 3) Baptism for the dead (each individual member's extended family throughout history so they could can hear the Gospel).
If it's the Lord's Church (which it would have to be) it should be perfect in every way - however, being administered by those called and the laying of hands to confer 'keys' there will be found some with imperfections when not being a Prophet or Apostles. When a Prophet or Apostle is acting in the role of their office - they will never lead or do anything to lead anyone, anywhere at any time astray. In addition, they will be perfect in thought and clarity when declaring the Gospel of Jesus Christ – whether or not men/women are willing to believe or accept it as the perfect truth.
This is not judgmental - it's what the Savior and all of the Prophets have taught. When one ponders perfection – and goes to exclude either the Father or the Son or their appointed servants of having such a quality, they’re on very dangerous ground. Man/woman in all of their wisdom will only be made as fools to even try to compare their wisdom to that of the Father or Son or their servants.
There's one and only one reason I share - because I love everyone - (not their sins - smile) - enough that I want those who I know to know of Celestial Marriage - that the family can be eternal forever and ever. Marriage is not till death do us part - it's eternal - I've known this for almost 45+ years long before I knew that the Church had been restored and that I found it.
This is the second most important message I can share with those I love- for if I'm correct (and I'm pretty sure that I am) - I want none of my friends pointing or accusing me of not sharing this most important principle of which I've known for over 4 decades and lived for over 3 decades and didn't share it.
The first most important message is that the Church has been restored and thus the sealing keys are again on earth so that families can be eternal.
Most don't want to hear the Church has been restored - but all understand to some degree of their love of their families - spouses, children, etc. And most understand they're only a family until - death do us part! For there's no civil or ordained authority on this planet who can seal on earth - so it's sealed in heaven. Only a Prophet or Apostle with the keys - and to delegate these keys to worthy Priesthood holders have this authority and only can this be performed in The House of the Lord (a Temple).
Everyone should want to belong to the only true Church – and thus each Church on the earth today is basically claiming this truth – otherwise they’ve no authority or reason to be attending a church which in not the only true Church. Each Minister, Priest, Rabbi, Clergy, Caliph or any other who takes upon them to claim to be a spokesperson for the Father or the Son – must believe they’re in the only true Church. They must teach literally the Scriptures and to believe them literally – otherwise they’re found in contention with the Father and the Son who they claim to speak for literally.
So in reality how should a Prophet speak? Should he be wavering and unsure? Should he be shy about sharing the truth? What should he be teaching? Maybe the best answer to this can be found in the Scriptures – and see what they show as an example. For purposes of this review one must only look at the Savior! He taught and explained the Scriptures! He testified as to who he was and from where he was sent/called. He freely quoted the Prophets and specifically referenced Isaiah. He taught with authority – and in all of the Scriptures so did the Prophets and Apostles. They all taught with authority – firm and unwavering without concern as to whether men/women liked or did not like what they had to say!
The Prophet on the earth today would be such a man – and those who serve with him a Apostles would be also! I know such men – and they are indeed like the Savior!
C
“Do We Want to Know?”
(Part 2)
cji
7/31/09
Scattering feathers amid a storm
helter-skelter they fly about lost
unknown to man where they go
yet all known to the Father and Son
for they know and understand all
thus when calling those to them
Prophets, Apostles, Seers – all
this wisdom and truth is shared
man/woman unlike the feathers
are not randomly scattered about
but each is known to the Father
while many are found unknowing
of either the Father or the Son
while claiming such knowledge
for drinking at the wrong fountain
knowing neither life eternal
or of the Celestial Kingdom yonder
where families are to be forever!
Copyright © 2009 – cji
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