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The video marks 40 years since President Dallin H. Oaks and another speaker were called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, emphasizing the significance of the general conference and the Church's historic temples, particularly the recent acquisition of the Kirtland Temple. Key events are revisited such as the Easter Sunday 1836 visitations in the Kirtland Temple, where Jesus Christ, Moses, Elias, and Elijah appeared, each conferring essential priesthood keys to Joseph Smith, pivotal for the Church's mission and operations.
The importance of priesthood keys including the gathering of Israel, the Gospel of Abraham, and the sealing power is underlined, as these empower Church leaders to carry out divine purposes and extend blessings to the members. The video explains that these keys, restored through heavenly messengers, differentiate The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from other organizations by providing unique spiritual privileges, including the ability to unite families eternally.
The video further delves into Doctrine and Covenants section 109, highlighting the temple as a place of profound spiritual benefits such as personal revelation, increased faith, divine protection, and the "fulness of the Holy Ghost." The speaker underscores the temple's role in providing unparalleled spiritual support and vows to build new temples in 15 locations worldwide, thereby extending these blessings globally.
Overall, the speaker reaffirms their conviction that the Church is led by Jesus Christ, urging members to celebrate the restoration of priesthood keys and the accompanying spiritual blessings available to those who are willing and worthy. The testimony concludes with an affirmation of faith in Jesus Christ.
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In this part of the video, the speaker reflects on the historic day marking 40 years since President Dallin H. Oaks and he were called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. He highlights the significance of the general conference and the importance of studying its messages. The speaker recounts the history of the Church’s temples, noting the original six functioning temples and the fate of the Nauvoo and Kirtland Temples. The recent acquisition of the Kirtland Temple and several historical sites in Nauvoo by the Church is mentioned, along with the cordial relationship with the Community of Christ. The Kirtland Temple’s significant role in the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ is emphasized, particularly events on Easter Sunday, April 3, 1836, involving Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery.
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In this segment of the video, remarkable visitations are described. First, the Lord Jesus Christ appeared with a striking countenance and voice, affirming His identity and declaring the temple accepted as His house. He made a significant promise to manifest Himself to His people in mercy within the temple. Following this, Moses appeared and conferred upon Joseph Smith the keys for the gathering of Israel and the return of the ten tribes. Then, Elias committed the dispensation of the gospel of Abraham to Joseph. Finally, Elijah appeared, fulfilling Malachi’s prophecy by conferring the keys of the sealing power upon Joseph Smith.
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In this part of the video, the speaker emphasizes the immense significance of priesthood keys being returned to Earth by heavenly messengers under divine direction. These keys represent the authority and power of priesthood leadership and are essential for fulfilling the Lord’s purposes and blessing those who accept the restored gospel. Prior to the Church’s organization, heavenly messengers conferred the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthoods and their keys upon Joseph Smith, authorizing him to organize the Church in 1830. Additionally, in the Kirtland Temple in 1836, three crucial priesthood keys—gathering of Israel, gospel of Abraham, and sealing power—were conferred upon Joseph Smith. These keys empower Church leaders to gather Israel, bestow Abrahamic blessings, place a sealing power on ordinances and covenants, and eternally unite families. The profound impact of these priesthood keys is highlighted by considering a life without them, which would lack access to God’s power, essential ordinances, and eternal family connections.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker emphasizes the unique role of priesthood keys in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which differentiates it from other organizations by influencing life after death. These keys grant authority to extend the blessings promised to Abraham to covenant-keepers and highlight the significance of temple work for all of God’s children. The speaker presents three key statements: the gathering of Israel, the Gospel of Abraham, and the sealing power, all of which demonstrate God’s love and His desire for everyone to return to Him. The restoration of priesthood keys through Joseph Smith allows for profound spiritual privileges, as illustrated by the historical and spiritual lessons from the Kirtland Temple.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker emphasizes the significance of studying the prayer recorded in Doctrine and Covenants section 109. This prayer reveals that the temple is a multifaceted house of worship, promising benefits such as answers to prayers, personal revelation, increased faith, strength, comfort, knowledge, and power for those who serve and worship there. Regular temple worship helps individuals gain a celestial perspective, understand their true potential, and feel their place in God’s plan. The temple experience also promises the “fulness of the Holy Ghost,” divine protection, and the assurance of angelic assistance, instilling confidence and courage in the worshippers. Moreover, no evil will prevail against those who worship in the temple.
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In this part of the video, the speaker emphasizes the significant spiritual benefits of worshipping in the temple. He promises that regular temple worship provides unparalleled support in maintaining faith, protection against worldly challenges, strengthening testimonies of Jesus Christ and His Atonement, understanding God’s plan, and offering solace during difficult times. He underscores the temple as the exclusive venue where all of God’s blessings promised to Abraham can be received. The speaker also announces plans to build new temples in 15 locations worldwide, including Uturoa (French Polynesia), Chihuahua (Mexico), Florianópolis (Brazil), Rosario (Argentina), Edinburgh (Scotland), Brisbane Australia South Area, Victoria (British Columbia), Yuma (Arizona), Houston Texas South Area, Des Moines (Iowa), Cincinnati (Ohio), Honolulu (Hawaii), West Jordan (Utah), Lehi (Utah), and Maracaibo (Venezuela).
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In this part of the video, the speaker affirms their belief that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is led by Jesus Christ. They emphasize that members are His disciples and should celebrate the restoration of priesthood keys, which allow them to access spiritual blessings if they are willing and worthy. The testimony concludes with a solemn affirmation in the name of Jesus Christ.