Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading memorable stories and parables. I speak to those who have never read the book of mormon. Would you feel more empathy for him while not dismissing the harm he has done. In this gift book, elder packer of the quorum of the twelve writes, if we have come to know our fathers plan, we are never completely lost. Another testament of jesus christ october 2001 the touch of the masters hand april 2001 ye are the temple of god. Packer the book of mormon is an endless treasure of wisdom and inspiration, of counsel and correction.
I hold in my hand a firstedition copy of the book of mormon. Staying close to the book of mormon has, i think, made up for that. Another testament of jesus christ has the nourishing power to heal starving spirits of the world. Jacob through words of mormon, to learn with joy, eds. The mormon church hides its true history recovery from. It is also an excellent reading material for all those interested in understanding more of the temple work. The brigham city native, who served more than 45 years as an apostle, gave bold speeches and tackled tough topics but could be lighthearted and playful. Nelson talk of a friend who translated the book of mormon into arabic. President packers enduring legacy includes monumental library of. Packer on learning to listen and live with faith president boyd k. Many benefited from this easy access to the book of mormon, among them was boyd k. And here is what i do know about isaiah as taught by president boyd k.
In wisdom and order is easy to read and if you dont have a lot of time you can just read one talk at a time. Packer 1924 served as an assistant to the quorum of the twelve a position that no longer exists from 1961 to 1970, when he was called to the quorum of twelve apostles. Memorable stories and parables kindle edition by packer. Memorable stories and parables kindle edition by packer, boyd k download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Packer an address given on june at a seminar for new mission presidents. The apostle never told the historian how to write the book nor has he offered a. Michael quinn shared a suspicion of what was going on in the historical department and misgivings. Packer spoke for those in the church who resisted social change. In 1961, packer was called by lds church president.
Why is the book of mormon another testament of jesus christ. Selections from the sermons and writings of boyd k. Packer spoke at the lds churchs annual general conference. For the lds reader this book by elder boyd k packer is an excellent teaching tool for those preparing for their endowment. Packer was acting president of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints when this devotional address was delivered on 16 january 2007. Getting through the isaiah chapters in the book of mormon boyd k packer. Packer s october 2010 general conference address met with criticism from people opposed to the stance of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints on samesex marriage and homosexual acts.
When you feel weak, discouraged, depressed, or afraid, open the book of mormon and read. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints, 2005. Another testament of jesus christplain and precious things in the one hundred and seventyfifth annual general conference of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. But arringtons attempt to publish new mormon history through the church historians office met stiff resistance from members of the quorum of the twelve, specifically ezra taft benson, mark e. In early 1943, the pocketsize lds servicemans edition of the book of mormon was released. Packer was serving as president of the quorum of the twelve apostles at the time of his passing at the age of ninety on july 3, 2015, a position he had held since february 3, 2008. He also served as the quorums acting president from 1994 to 2008, and was an apostle and member of the quorum of the twelve from. Acting president of the quorum of the twelve apostles. Packer was acting president of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints when this devotional address. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 1990, 1. Boyd k packer lds artwork, the book of mormon, lds quotes.
The acting president of the quorum of the twelve, president packer focused his words on the plain and precious things that enrich the book of mormon. Packer, washed clean, new era, apr 1998, 4 from an address given in april 1997 general conference. Plain and precious truths of book of mormon church news. In 1961, packer was called by lds church president david o. Packer learns to reconcile his faith with his military service while studying the book of mormon.
Another testament of jesus christ has the nourishing power to. Prior to that, he served as acting president of the quorum of the twelve since june 5, 1994. He told his family, behold, i have dreamed a dream. This includes many members who have started to read it several times, but, for one reason or another, have never finished it.
Jacob through words of mormon, to learn with joy monte s. Its been mentioned many times online before, but if boyd k packer was a closeted gay man supressing his sexuality, how would knowing that change and not change your opinion of him. The study of the doctrines of the gospel will improve behavior quicker than a study of behavior will improve behavior. Joseph smith said, i told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion. It was for this reason that the lost 116 pages of the book of mormon were never retranslated. Understanding the atonement has immediate and very practical value in your everyday life. The following parables, taken from his book memorable stories and parables, will help you an answer everyday questions and defend your faith in difficult situations. Statements from joseph smith and brigham young in the early history of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints about where parts of the book of mormon. Packer was acting president of the quorum of the twelve. It is being shared again to celebrate the 190th anniversary of the publication of the book of mormon. Getting through the isaiah chapters in the book of mormon. Posted on october 21, 20 by quotes admin life moves all too fast. Packer, president of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Packer, the president of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, was set apart to this position on february 3, 2008.
Getting through the isaiah chapters in the book of mormon boyd k packer lds quotes for seminary. Packer 19242015, the senior apostle of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and the president of the quorum of the twelve apostles, died of old age in. Boyd kenneth packer september 10, 1924 july 3, 2015 was an american religious leader and former educator, who served as president of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church from 2008 until his death. This story was originally published in december 2015. Packer s office and the office of the president have issued the warnings to not distribute and perpetuate unauthorized. Perfect for sharing with others, our fathers plan is a beautifully written explanation of our heavenly fathers love and his eternal plan for his children. Boyd kenneth packer september 10, 1924 july 3, 2015 was an american religious leader. It was printed in 1830 on a handoperated letter press at the e. Packer, in a talk given in the forest bend ward in salt lake city on 12 october 2008, say that a catastrophic event was looming in the immediate future. How the book of mormon design has changed over the last 100 years kelsey berteaux editors note.
Jul 10, 2014 boyd k packer lehis dream includes all of us. The book has taught me so much from why we have temples and the history of temples and the church to family history and the work that is done inside the temple. Packer was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints when this annual university conference address was given on. The bible and the book of mormon testify of christ by greg k. Another testament of jesus christplain and precious things packer, boyd k the book of mormon. Then he quoted these eighteen words from the book of mormon. When church members feel weak, discouraged, depressed or afraid, they can open the book of mormon and gain strength and insight, said president boyd k. Packer, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. President hinckley jokes at a conference that he cannot use elder packer s scriptures. For the most part, it is in easyflowing new testament language, with such words as spake forspoke, unto for to, with and it came to pass, with thus and thou and thine. It is written in biblical language, the language of the prophets. Packer, his humor and wisdom live on in the many stories and parables he told throughout his life and service as a general authority. Voracious reading of the book of mormon influenced his life during and after the war. Getting through the isaiah chapters in the book of mormon boyd k.
Packer regarded his role in the creation of the lds. True doctrine, understood, changes attitudes and behavior. The comments in are from the seventh east press, november 18, 1981. Critics portrayed president packer s printed clarification of. Packer, the mantle is far, far greater than the intellect, reprinted in byu studies, v.
The book of mormon became the cornerstone of my testimony. This is a great book for anyone looking to brush up on their gospel principles and to be inspired to be a little better. For the most part, it is in easyflowing new testament language, with such words as spake for spoke, unto for. I wish i had this book and had read it before i received my endowments.