It is used for personal study and for melchizedek priesthood and relief. Deseret book 8 january 2, 1986 ezra taft benson to the editor of the birch society magazine. The book of mormon offers so much that broadens our understandings of the doctrines of salvation. Ezra taft benson taught that the book of mormon should be reenthroned in the minds and hearts of latterday saints the gift of modern revelation, ensign, november 1986, p. Mar 01, 2009 president ezra taft benson, president of the council of the twelve. Those people never had the bookit was meant for us.
The new world order an analysis for latterday saints from the teachings of ezra taft benson dedicated to william tyndale who was martyred in 1536 for printing the words of the prophets without permission. Ezra taft benson the book of mormon president ezra. Benson to distinguish him from his greatgrandson of the same name was an apostle and a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. The modern prophet ezra taft benson, quoting the book of mormon prophet helaman. Ezra taft benson, in latterday prophets and the united states constitution, ed. In a witness and a warning you will find president benson s counsel, insight, testimony and teachings pertaining to the book of mormon. Mormon, the ancient prophet after whom the book is named, abridged centuries of records. Ezra taft benson the book of mormon president ezra taft.
Ezra taft benson february 22, 1811 september 3, 1869 commonly referred to as ezra t. Ezra taft benson church under condemnation for not. Christ changes men, who then change their environment. The book of mormonkeystone of our religion president ezra taft benson president of the church conference report, oct. A gift from the lord my beloved brethren and sisters, today i would like to speak about one of the most significant gifts given to the world in modern times.
President ezra taft benson on the power of the book of mormon. The teachings of ezra taft benson quotes showing 18 of 8. This, for me, was a final straw among the final straws. The teachings of ezra taft benson kindle edition by benson. For a closer look at some of the political, religious and personal views of one of mormonism s prophets, seers and revelators, quoted below are excerpts from the personal correspondence of ezra taft benson to me, written when he was a member of the quorum of the twelve and later as president of. Book of mormon there is a power in the book of which will begin to flow into our lives the moment you begin a serious study of the book. Jun 07, 2015 1986 ezra taft benson published volume the constitution. My beloved brothers and sisters, on this glorious occasion as we have gathered here together, i wish to give thanks to our father in heaven for the gift of modern revelation and particularly for the books of latterday scripture which he has given us. It tells of his romance and marriage to a city girl, flora amussen, a young woman who had more faith in him than he had in himself.
The book of mormon keystone of our religion president benson oct. Christ would take the slums out of people, and then they would take themselves out of the slums. P resident e zra t aft b enson t he b ook of m ormon the book of mormon keystone of our religion ezra taft benson ensign, nov. The teachings of ezra taft benson kindle edition by benson, ezra taft, benson, reed a download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 1991, 163210. We have been instructed again and again to reflect more intently on the meaning and. It already was published by the church in the liahona. Testing ezra taft bensons promise of the book of mormon. Benson to distinguish him from his greatgrandson of the same name was an apostle and a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the. Ezra taft benson was ordained and set apart as the thirteenth president of the church on november 10, 1985. President ezra taft benson shows us why we must remember three great loyalties. The book of mormon is the word of god ezra taft benson.
On november 10, 1985, he became president of the church. This is the th in a series of books of the teachings of presidents of the church. President ezra taft benson delivers a message titled the book of mormon keystone of our religion. Unless otherwise indicated, individuals may post material from the gospel media portion of this site to another website or on a computer. For a closer look at some of the political, religious and personal views of one of mormonism s prophets, seers and revelators, quoted below are excerpts from the personal correspondence of ezra taft benson to me, written when he was a member of the quorum of the twelve and later as president of the mormon church.
Jun 03, 20 unless we read the book of mormon and give heed to its teachings, the lord has stated in section 84 of the doctrine and covenants that the whole church is under condemnation. He shares many insights into why they are important to every one of us, and what we should do to keep them foremost in our lives. Jun 09, 2008 president ezra taft benson, the th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints mormon church, speaks about the gospel in action, service, and how to help others through the. Promises for reading book of mormon lords promise to you what you must do reference. First, it tells in a plain manner of christ and his gospel. The new world order an analysis for latterday saints. He dedicated nine temples and saw great growth in church membership and strength.
The book of mormon brings men to christ through two basic means. Deseret book 8 published volume by ezra taft benson the teachings of ezra taft benson. The gift i am thinking of is more important than any of the inventions that have come. President benson was born august 4, 1899, in whitney, idaho. President ezra taft benson 18991994 was called to the quorum of twelve apostles in 1943, and served as the th president of the church from 1985 until his death in 1994 at age 94. Ezra taft benson was an american farmer, government official, and religious leader who served as the 15th united states secretary of agriculture during both presidential terms of dwight d. The book of mormon is meant for our dayfor us here and now. Among the most notable of ezra taft bensons accomplishments are his promotion of the principles of liberty and good government, his testimony of the book of mormon, and most importantly in leading souls to christ through the. Ezra taft benson, the teachings of ezra taft benson. Ezra taft benson the book of mormon is the word of god. In a witness and a warning you will find president bensons counsel, insight, testimony and teachings pertaining to the book of mormon.
The truth behind that viral president benson quote. There will come into your hearts an added measure of the spirit of the lord. The book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants april 1987. Eisenhower and president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, known for his outspoken conservative views. President ezra taft bensons epic conference talk about his vision regarding the book of mormon. President ezra taft benson, the th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints mormon church, speaks about the gospel in action, service, and how to help others through the.
Mormon chronicle promoting truth and correct principles. Teachings of ezra taft benson benson, ezra taft on. Nov 05, 2017 president ezra taft benson s epic conference talk about his vision regarding the book of mormon. The gift of modern revelation president ezra taft benson president of the church ensign, november 1986, 78 my beloved brothers and sisters, on this glorious occasion as we have gathered here together, i wish to give thanks to our father in heaven for the gift of modern revelation and particularly for the books of latterday scripture which he.
Ezra taft benson quotes author of the proper role of. Eisenhower and as the th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints from 1985 until his death in 1994. I love the bible, both the old and the new testaments. Ezra taft benson, the book of mormonkeystone of our religion, general conference october 1986 president benson had a deep love and appreciation for the book of mormon. Ezra taft bensons promise of the book of mormon youtube. Youtube funny moments from general conference october 20. Eisenhower and as the th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church from 1985 until his death in 1994. Keystone of our religion president ezra taft benson. Published volume by ezra taft benson a witness and a warning. President ezra taft benson the mormon church, mormonism. May the good lord sustain you and bless you as you enjoy your work as. Ezra taft benson quotes author of the proper role of government. The book of mormon further warns that whatsoever nation shall uphold such secret combinations, to get power and gain, until they shall spread over the nation, behold they shall be destroyed. It is the saga of a farm boy who loved the land and the lord a plough boy who became a prophet.
Ezra taft benson is truly inspiring and lds and nonlds alike would benefit tremendously by learning about his life. Book of mormon talk president ezra taft benson 101988. Ezra taft benson mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs. Oct 20, 2015 testing ezra taft benson s promise of the book of mormon. The teachings of ezra taft benson kindle edition by. This is the story of ezra taft benson, thirteenth president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Benson was the eldest of eleven children of george taft benson and sarah s. A modernday prophet testifies of the book of mormon. The teachings of ezra taft benson quotes by ezra taft benson. Ezra taft benson from the book of mormon, we learn how. Ezra taft benson american religious leader britannica. An address given to the brigham young university studeny body.
He further reminded me that he had been specifically asked by ezra taft benson to move back to utah from texas so that he could perform those duties, as commanded by his prophetfather. It testifies of his divinity and of the necessity for a redeemer and the need of our putting trust in him. Lds mormon president ezra taft benson on service youtube. Home world the truth behind that viral president benson quote. Youtube funny moments from general conference october 20 duration. When he was a youth, his father was called on a mission. Book of mormon talk president ezra taft benson 101988 youtube. The new world order an analysis for latterday saints blog. Reconstructing the book of mormons missing stories don bradley. Ezra taft benson th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the teachings of ezra taft benson. Now two gas references it and the references will be published in the ensign in november. We will prove them herewith, said the lord, to see if they will do all things whatsoever the lord their go. Brothers and sisters, without reservation i promise you that if you will prayerfully read the book of mormon, regardless of how many times you previously have read it, there will come into your hearts an added measure of the spirit of the lord. I am not here today to tickle your ears, to entertain you. You will find the power to stay on the strait and narrow path. This was one of the key sermons, early in his presidency, when he shared the challenge to the church to take better advantage of the gift that book.
The insights into his personal life and character are invaluable. Few would be able to handle the load or the scope of his lifes work. Without it, much of what is taught in other scriptures would not be nearly so plain and precious. The truth behind that viral president benson quote lds daily. Ezra taft benson august 4, 1899 may 30, 1994 was an american farmer, government official, and religious leader who served as the 15th united states secretary of agriculture during both presidential terms of dwight d. Jan 01, 1988 the book of mormon is meant for our dayfor us here and now.
During his administration he emphasized the book of mormon and the theme come unto christ in strethening missionary work and families. When he was a youth, his father was called on a mormon mission. President ezra taft benson, president of the council of the twelve. Promises for reading book of mormon margies messages. Looking inside the mind of ezra taft benson through. Ezra taft bensons 14 fundamentals is doctrine again. God family country in order to keep the great land of america free. The book of mormon warns america ezra taft benson 16. In 1985, ezra taft benson became the president of the church.
Among the most notable of ezra taft benson s accomplishments are his promotion of the principles of liberty and good government, his testimony of the book of mormon, and most importantly in leading souls to christ through the. Ezra taft benson has indeed been motivated by worthy causes. Book of mormon commentary 2 nephi 28 page 1 of intro to 2 nephi 28 president ezra taft benson taught. A modernday prophet testifies of the book of mormon ezra taft benson on. Bookcraft 8 january 1988 first presidency message, ezra taft benson. It is a record of a fallen people, compiled by inspired men for our blessing today. Unless we read the book of mormon and give heed to its teachings, the lord has stated in section 84 of the doctrine and covenants that the whole church is under condemnation. The world would mold men by changing their environment. Report of the 156th semiannual general conference of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. See more ideas about lds quotes, quotes and church quotes. Now this talk that apologists love to hate is codified as doctrine.
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