(thechurchnews.com 12-28-23)
While studying the Book of Mormon for ‘Come, Follow Me,’ here are 15 quotes about the importance of this ‘precious’ book
In 1986, just two years after being ordained a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, President Russell M. Nelson met an African tribal king who asked, “What can you teach me about Jesus Christ?”
President Nelson responded, “May I ask what you already know about Him?”
The king’s response revealed “he was a serious student of the Bible and one who loved the Lord,” President Nelson recalled.
After President Nelson explained to the king that the Savior came to the people of ancient America and a record of His ministry is found in the Book of Mormon, the king said, “You could have given me diamonds or rubies, but nothing is more precious to me than this additional knowledge about the Lord Jesus Christ.”
In relating this experience in October 2017 general conference, President Nelson, then president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, asked Latter-day Saints, “My brothers and sisters, how precious is the Book of Mormon to you? If you were offered diamonds or rubies or the Book of Mormon, which would you choose? Honestly, which is of greater worth to you?”
He then affirmed, “The truths of the Book of Mormon have the power to heal, comfort, restore, succor, strengthen, console and cheer our souls.”
This year, Latter-day Saints across the globe have the opportunity to study the Book for Mormon as individuals and families and in Primary and Sunday School classes for “Come, Follow Me.” Below are invitations, promises and testimonies from Church leaders about this “precious” book of scripture.
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