This doctrine resides in the four "standard works" of scripture (the Holy Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants and the Pearl of Great Price), official declarations and proclamations, and the Articles of Faith. And so the list goes on and on. That is what we see happen. Soon we will be honoring our prophet on his eighty-fifth birthday. 14 fundamentals of following the prophet names. None of these explanations is accepted today as the official doctrine of the Church. 47 Adam did not instruct Noah how to build the ark.
President [Spencer] Kimball had been subpoenaed to appear for deposition and bring "all church records and writings concerning the policy and position of the church regarding blacks. " After nearly three decades of research, poring over the president's 33 journals and thousands of letters, and conducting scores of interviews with leaders and lay members, Kimball's manuscript had grown to about 665 pages, with about 3, 200 footnotes. How do each of these titles describe the work of the President of the Church? Acts 17:2; "And according to Paul's custom, he went to them, and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures. It cannot be both it was God's will and it was not God's will. I wanted to share these points two or three at a time. 14 Fundamentals in Following The Prophet by Ezra Taft Benson | We Talk of Christ, We Rejoice In Christ. There will be times when you will have to choose between the revelations of God and the reasoning of men—between the prophet and the politician or professor. … In our view, it doesn't really become a problem unless someone is out attacking the church and its leaders — if that's a deliberate and persistent effort and trying to get others to follow them, trying to draw others away, trying to pull people, if you will, out of the church or away from its teachings and doctrines. I am particularly gratified to listen to the man we sustain as the Prophet, Seer, and Revelator. Don't speak ill of the Lord's Prophets.
President Wilford Woodruff tells of an interesting incident that occurred in the days of the Prophet Joseph Smith: I will refer to a certain meeting I attended in the town of Kirtland in my early days. What better source to go to then to verify God's word with God Himself? 20 For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, they are again entangled therein, and overcome, the latter end is worse with them than the beginning. After I had quieted him enough so he would listen, I said, "Why did you come to America? " 6 The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times. 18 Joseph Smith ~ Thomas S. Poll: When the Prophet speaks. Monson Present What specific challenges did Joseph Smith face as the prophet, seer, and revelator? If Matthew 4:4 is correct then it wouldn't matter if the prophet had passed away or not. How do we follow our own paths when they are so clearly discouraged by our leaders? "This Thing Was Not Done in a Corner, " President Gordon B. Hinckley, October 1996 General conference. He has made His will clear in this matter. Study his words and strive to obey them. History shows that there is safety, peace, prosperity, and happiness in responding to prophetic counsel as did Nephi of old: 'I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded' (1 Nephi 3:7).
These all had revelations for themselves, and so had Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Jesus, … John, and Joseph, and so must we, or we shall make a shipwreck" (Millennial Star, vol. … There will be some things that take patience and faith. The talk was given in 1980. Collectively, over the past 185 years, these men have produced a large body of spoken and written words ranging from official doctrine to opinion and commentary. His selfless act of generosity revealed his tender heart" ("My Brother's Keeper:" President Thomas S. Monson C. R., April 1990). Apostle Quentin Cook, Young Women general President Bonnie Cordon). Scriptures about following the prophet. What testimony did he have? And speaking of taking counsel from the prophet, in D&C 108:1, the Lord states: "Verily thus saith the Lord unto you, my servant Lyman: Your sins are forgiven you, because you have obeyed my voice in coming up hither this morning to receive counsel of him whom I have appointed" (italics added). If we want to know how well we stand with the Lord then let us ask ourselves how well we stand with His mortal captain—how close do our lives harmonize with the Lord's anointed—the living Prophet—President of the Church, and with the Quorum of the First Presidency. Is "a man of God" (1 Sam 9:6).
"Spencer Kimball was a significant enough figure, " his son says, "that he deserves the respect that a full treatment of his life and work affords. The Lord will never let his mouthpiece lead the people astray. " It clearly was too long for most readers, so Deseret Book edited it to a more manageable 471 pages, with skeletal notes. The Oxford American College Dictionary, through 2014).
On the flip side, I believe the most viable asset one can have in recovery is persistence. Many sober folks have this notion that mere abstinence will solve all problems. This is why we don't like most A. The key is that, left alone and not progressing in recovery, the prospect of a drink or a drug quickly grows. No 12-step meeting attendance. Oh goodness, I am worried. And if you need help, contact Discovery Place today. These activities are healthy. The Dry Drunk May Display Complacency. And, it is only in the silence that I am able to reconnect to the solution. Restless irritable and discontent big book paris. Hi Kim, Yep, I have those moments when I am"out of of whack". I heard the phrase "time takes time" so often in early sobriety that I wanted to punch something. It really is a journey into the past's fantasy land. The message which can interest and hold these alcoholic people must have depth and weight.
Most of them read through one chapter at a time of any of AA's books with me. The antidote to my alcoholism is to reverse that isolation with all of the tools of AA. I try to pursue what Bill wrote on AA's 30th anniversary in 1965: "What can we still do that may multiply our assets and decrease our liabilities? " Gratitude fills the air and hugs are the only way to greet someone.
We read selections from the Big Book on a particular Step, and then for 10 minutes or so one group member speaks of her or his personal experience working this Step by the Big Book. There are no gurus in AA. But I have recently had a bout of restlessness that took me straight back to feeling like Stich on the couch…a mind racing so fast and furious…worry, remorse, wanting, future-tripping, etc., etc. Compare and Despair: When we, as alcoholics and addicts, judge a person as being "better than or less than" ourselves, we manipulate our internal state of being in much the same way a drink or drug functions for us. And these thoughts can run wild. We are equals, just as Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith were. Basically, if you happen to be a sober alcoholic or addict, and find yourself consistently dissatisfied with life, you may be in the thick of untreated alcoholism/addiction. Restless irritable and discontent big book.com. Ben and Jerry offer a bit of relief, but it is short-lived, just like alcohol. By doing the 12 steps people can begin to see with clarity. The recovery pace is set to the individual, and how they choose to work their program. Willingness and ac- tion have seen me through it all, with the guidance of a loving Higher Power and the fellowship of the pro- gram.
They may experience depression, anxiety, poor concentration irritability or rage. The 164 and More book is sold on this website at the Publisher List Price of $20. AA meetings in your local area are always the best source of information. Joined: Mon Apr 27, 2009 2:53 am. Farther Along the Road –. There's a fine line between becoming peaceful and becoming complacent. It's funny…I remember being a bit discontent and restless in my 20s and 30s. What Do We Mean by Recovered? He changes his brand or his environment. Much has been written pro and con, but among physicians, the general opinion seems to be that most chronic alcoholics are doomed. Let go of the past and begin to heal with us in New Jersey. In 12-step programs, this is commonly known as 'terminal uniqueness, ' or the belief that I am so unique, no one could possibly understand or relate to me.
In nearly all cases, their ideals must be grounded in a power greater than themselves, if they are to re-create their lives. The result of these deficiencies is a less stable mood, stronger emotions, and a greater capacity to use alcohol to 'settle the nerves' than other people. WHAT ABOUT A SPONSOR? We begin to obsess and buy the lie because we want to feel the ease and comfort of the first drink. Have you had to have a drink in the morning during the past year? Alcoholics Anonymous Unmanageability List. Don't stop taking the medication offered through recovery. We tend to do what we want, when we want, with little regard for self-harm or the hurt caused towards others. If left unchecked, relapse or some other serious event, in some cases suicide, can occur. The only relief we have to suggest is entire abstinence. In this phase of development, the addict / alcoholic begins to address the pile of problems they had created while under the influence. A., most of us said that it was the people or problems at home that made us drink. On the other hand-and strange as this may seem to those who do not understand-once a psychic change has occurred, the very same person who seemed doomed, who had so many problems he despaired of ever solving them, suddenly finds himself easily able to control his desire for alcohol, the only effort necessary being that required to follow a few simple rules. If you think you or someone you love has a drinking problem remember, you are not alone.
I imagine I will not be immune from such moments in the future, but I do know there is a way of addressing them, thanks to AA's program of recovery. Editor's note: this article has been published in accordance with our ArenA Editorial Policy.