Author: Adam Hendrickson
I am the God of Israel
10 Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world. 11 And behold, I am the light and the life of the world; and I have drunk out of that bitter cup which the Father hath given me, and have glorified the Father in taking upon me the sins of the world, in the which I have suffered the will … Continue reading I am the God of Israel
Good From Evil
And now remember, remember, my brethren, that whosoever perisheth, perisheth unto himself; and whosoever doeth iniquity, doeth it unto himself; for behold, ye are free; ye are permitted to act for yourselves; for behold, God hath given unto you [the spirit of Christ] A Knowledge and he hath made you free [in Christ]. He hath given unto you that ye might know [Jesus] Good from … Continue reading Good From Evil
Great Lights In Heaven
And Behold, this will I give unto you for a sign at the time of his coming; for behold, there shall be Great Lights in Heaven, insomuch that in the night before he cometh there shall be no darkness, insomuch that it shall appear unto man as if it was day. Therefore, there shall be one day and a night and a day, as if … Continue reading Great Lights In Heaven
Wisdom’s Paths
O how foolish, and how vain, and how evil, and devilish, and how quick to do iniquity, and how slow to do good, are the children of men; yea, how quick to hearken unto the words of the evil one, and to set their hearts upon the vain things of the world! Yea, how quick to be lifted up in pride; yea, how quick to … Continue reading Wisdom’s Paths
He Is God And He Is With Them
… yea, they [the righteous prophets who have died] have testified of the coming of Christ, and have looked forward, and have rejoiced in his day which is to come. And behold, [Jesus] He is God, And He Is With Them, and he did manifest himself unto them, that they were redeemed by him; and they gave unto him glory, because of that which is … Continue reading He Is God And He Is With Them
Brazen Serpent In The Wilderness
Yea, did he not bear record that the Son of God should come? And as he [Moses] lifted up the Brazen Serpent in the Wilderness, even so shall he [the Messiah] be lifted up who should come. And as many as should look upon that serpent should live, even so as many as should look upon the Son of God with faith, having a contrite … Continue reading Brazen Serpent In The Wilderness
Rock of Our Redeemer
And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the Rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to … Continue reading Rock of Our Redeemer
Blessed
And it came to pass that there were two hundred, out of my two thousand and sixty, who had fainted because of the loss of blood; nevertheless, according to the Goodness of God [Jesus], and to our great astonishment, and also the joy of our whole army, there was not one soul of them who did perish; yea, and neither was there one soul among … Continue reading Blessed
Word of God
…the Sacred Word of God [Jesus], to which we owe all our happiness; Alma 44:5 …by the Power [Holy Ghost] and Word [Jesus] of God, they had been converted unto the Lord [Jesus]; Alma 53:10 And now, as the preaching of the Word [Jesus] had a great tendency to lead the people to do that which was just—yea, it had had more powerful effect upon … Continue reading Word of God
That God who gave them life
Therefore, there is a time appointed unto men [everyone] that they shall rise from the dead; and there is a space between the time of death and the resurrection. And now, concerning this space of time, what becometh of the souls of men [each person] is the thing which I have inquired diligently of the Lord to know; and this is the thing of which … Continue reading That God who gave them life
Hopes of Glory
…there is a resurrection, therefore the grave hath no victory, and the sting of death is swallowed up in Christ. Mosiah 16:8 And Aaron did expound unto him the scriptures from the creation of Adam, laying the fall of man before him, and their carnal state and also the plan of redemption, which was prepared from the foundation of the world, through Christ, for all … Continue reading Hopes of Glory
Spirit of Prophecy
They did walk in the ways of the Lord, and did observe to keep his commandments and his statutes. Yea, and they did keep the law of Moses; for it was expedient that they should keep the law of Moses as yet, for it was not all fulfilled. But notwithstanding the law of Moses, they did look forward to the coming of Christ, considering that … Continue reading Spirit of Prophecy
Truth
And they had been teaching the word of God for the space of fourteen years among the Lamanites, having had much success in bringing many to the knowledge of the Truth [Jesus]; yea, by the power of their words many were brought before the altar of God, to call on his name and confess their sins before him. Alma 17:4 And it came to pass … Continue reading Truth
O Blessed Jesus
And while they were thus contending, the woman servant who had caused the multitude to be gathered together came, and when she saw the contention which was among the multitude she was exceedingly sorrowful, even unto tears. And it came to pass that she went and took the queen by the hand, that perhaps she might raise her from the ground; and as soon as … Continue reading O Blessed Jesus
Light of Everlasting Life
he knew that the dark veil of unbelief was being cast away from his mind, and the light which did light up his mind, which was the light of the glory of God, which was a marvelous light of his goodness—yea, this light had infused such joy into his soul, the cloud of darkness having been dispelled, and that the Light of Everlasting Life was … Continue reading Light of Everlasting Life
Born of Mary
King Of All The Earth
Yea, thus saith the Spirit: Repent, all ye ends of the earth, for the kingdom of heaven is soon at hand; yea, the Son of God cometh in his glory, in his might, majesty, power, and dominion. Yea, my beloved brethren, I say unto you, that the Spirit saith: Behold the glory of the King Of All The Earth; and also the King of heaven … Continue reading King Of All The Earth
The Light of the Everlasting Word
Jesus Christ
…succoring those who stood in need of their succor, such as imparting their substance to the poor and the needy, feeding the hungry, and suffering all manner of afflictions, for Christ’s sake, who should come according to the spirit of prophecy; Looking forward to that day, thus retaining a remission of their sins; being filled with great joy because of the resurrection of the dead, … Continue reading Jesus Christ
All-Wise Creator
Behold what great destruction did come upon them; and also because of their iniquities they were brought into bondage. And were it not for the interposition of their All-Wise Creator, and this because of their sincere repentance, they must unavoidably remain in bondage until now. But behold, he did deliver them because they did humble themselves before him; and because they cried mightily unto him … Continue reading All-Wise Creator
Thicket
And now, it came to pass that Alma, who had fled from the servants of king Noah, repented of his sins and iniquities, and went about privately among the people, and began to teach the words of Abinadi— Yea, concerning that which was to come, and also concerning the resurrection of the dead, and the redemption of the people, which was to be brought to … Continue reading Thicket
Founder of Peace
18 And behold, I say unto you, this is not all. For O how beautiful upon the mountains are The Feet of Him That Bringeth Good Tidings, that is the Founder of Peace, yea, even The Lord, Who Has Redeemed His People; yea, Him Who Has Granted Salvation unto his people; 19 For were it not for the redemption which he hath made for his … Continue reading Founder of Peace
Wisdom
O how marvelous are the works of the Lord, and how long doth he suffer with his people; yea, and how blind and impenetrable are the understandings of the children of men; for they will not seek Wisdom [Jesus], neither do they desire that she should rule over them! Yea, they are as a wild flock which fleeth from the shepherd, and scattereth, and are … Continue reading Wisdom
Father of Heaven and Earth
And he shall be called Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Father of Heaven and Earth, the Creator Of All Things From The Beginning; and his mother shall be called Mary. Mosiah 3:8 King Benjamin taught his people that Jesus who is the Great Creator would one day be born on earth. He also taught them about his earthly mother Mary. Jesus would be … Continue reading Father of Heaven and Earth
Heavenly King
And behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God. Behold, ye have called me your king; and if I, whom ye call your king, do labor to serve you, then ought not ye to labor to serve one … Continue reading Heavenly King
My Maker
…the words which I had often heard my father speak concerning eternal life, and the joy of the saints, sunk deep into my heart. And my soul hungered; and I kneeled down before My Maker, and I cried unto him in mighty prayer and supplication for mine own soul; and all the day long did I cry unto him; yea, and when the night came … Continue reading My Maker
Head of their Corner
But behold, according to the scriptures, this stone shall become the great, and the last, and the only sure foundation, upon which the Jews can build. And now, my beloved, how is it possible that these, after having rejected the sure foundation, can ever build upon it, that it may become the Head of their Corner? Behold, my beloved brethren, I will unfold this mystery … Continue reading Head of their Corner
Him Who Created All Flesh
But before ye seek for riches, seek ye for the kingdom of God. And after ye have obtained a hope in Christ ye shall obtain riches, if ye seek them; and ye will seek them for the intent to do good—to clothe the naked, and to feed the hungry, and to liberate the captive, and administer relief to the sick and the afflicted. And now, … Continue reading Him Who Created All Flesh
Resurrection of the Dead
Wherefore, how great the importance to make these things known unto the inhabitants of the earth, that they may know that there is no flesh that can dwell in the presence of God, save it be through the merits, and mercy, and grace of the Holy Messiah, who layeth down his life according to the flesh, and taketh it again by the power of the … Continue reading Resurrection of the Dead
Him Who Is Mighty To Save
And now, my beloved brethren, after ye have gotten into this strait and narrow path, I would ask if all is done? Behold, I say unto you, Nay; for ye have not come thus far save it were by the word of Christ with unshaken faith in him, relying wholly upon the merits of Him Who Is Mighty To Save. Wherefore, ye must press forward … Continue reading Him Who Is Mighty To Save
Spiritually-Minded
…Remember, to be carnally-minded is death, and to be spiritually-minded [in Jesus] is life eternal. O, my beloved brethren, give ear to my words. Remember the greatness of [Jesus] the Holy One of Israel. Do not say that I have spoken hard things against you; for if ye do, ye will revile against the truth [of Jesus]; for I have spoken the words of [Jesus] … Continue reading Spiritually-Minded
Waters
Behold, my soul abhorreth sin, and my heart delighteth in righteousness; and I will praise the holy name of my God. Come, my brethren, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters [of Jesus]; and he that hath no money, come buy and eat; yea, come buy wine and milk without money and without price. Wherefore, do not spend money for that which is … Continue reading Waters
A Light Unto Them Forever
…I, the Lord, the King of Heaven, will be their King, and I will be a Light unto them Forever, that hear my words. 2 Nephi 10:14 Jesus is the divine light of God’s love. He is the Good Shepherd that calls us to follow him. His divine love chases away the darkness hidden within us and others. He plants the light of his love … Continue reading A Light Unto Them Forever
Him Who Knoweth All Things
But behold, all things have been done in the wisdom of Him who knoweth all things. Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy. And the Messiah cometh in the fulness of time, that he may redeem the children of men from the fall. And because that they are redeemed from the fall they have become free forever, knowing … Continue reading Him Who Knoweth All Things
The Great Mediator
Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy. And the Messiah cometh in the fulness of time, that he may redeem the children of men from the fall. And because that they are redeemed from the fall they have become free forever, knowing good from evil; to act for themselves and not to be acted upon, save it be … Continue reading The Great Mediator
Paths of Righteousness
And it came to pass that I, Nephi, did exhort my brethren, with all diligence, to keep the commandments of the Lord. And it came to pass that they did humble themselves before the Lord; insomuch that I had joy and great hopes of them, that they would walk in the paths of righteousness [or in the paths of Jesus]. 1 Nephi 16:4-5 Jesus is … Continue reading Paths of Righteousness
Tree of Life
And behold this thing shall be given unto thee for a sign, that after thou hast beheld the tree which bore the fruit which thy father tasted, thou shalt also behold a man descending out of heaven [Jesus], and him shall ye witness; and after ye have witnessed him ye shall bear record that it is the Son of God. And it came to pass … Continue reading Tree of Life
Rod of Iron
Adam and Eve
And when we had returned to the tent of my father, behold their joy was full, and my mother was comforted. And she spake, saying: Now I know of a surety that the Lord hath commanded my husband to flee into the wilderness; yea, and I also know of a surety that the Lord hath protected my sons, and delivered them out of the hands … Continue reading Adam and Eve
Pillar of Fire
Wherefore it came to pass that my father, Lehi, as he went forth prayed unto the Lord, yea, even with all his heart, in behalf of his people. And it came to pass as he prayed unto the Lord, there came a Pillar of Fire and dwelt upon a rock before him; and he saw and heard much; and because of the things which he … Continue reading Pillar of Fire
Golden Plates
The above images are of gold tablets and a stone box of Darius the Great, a Persian king who reigned from 550-486 BCE. Images taken from Wikipedia. Historical accounts of the Book of Mormon golden plates (or golden tablets) also suggest that the engravings may have been inked similar to the gold tablets of Darius the Great to increase contrast for better readability. It is … Continue reading Golden Plates
All Things Have Become New
And behold it is written also, that thou shalt love thy neighbor and hate thine enemy; But behold I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them who despitefully use you and persecute you; That ye may be the children of your Father who is in heaven; for he maketh his … Continue reading All Things Have Become New
One Shepherd Over All The Earth
… for there is one God and one Shepherd over all the earth. And the time cometh that he shall manifest himself unto all nations. 1 Nephi 13:41-42 Jesus came to earth over 2,000 years ago to teach us his gospel. He would have us be united as one fold. He calls his servants to shepherd and serve each other as he would do. When … Continue reading One Shepherd Over All The Earth
Born of a woman
Jehovah descended, took on flesh, was born, and lived on earth. 600 years before Christ’s birth, Nephi had a vision of his birth. Nephi marveled that God would descend and was taught by an angel about the condescension of God. During the vision, he saw the tree of life represented by Mary with the baby Jesus in her arms. (See 1 Nephi 1:11) The idea … Continue reading Born of a woman
Candle
Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world. And behold, I am the light and the life of the world; 3 Nephi 11:10-11 Verily, verily, I say unto you, I give unto you to be the light of this people. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Behold, do men light a candle and put … Continue reading Candle
I am the light which ye shall hold up
And behold, ye shall meet together oft; and ye shall not forbid any man from coming unto you when ye shall meet together, but suffer them that they may come unto you and forbid them not; But ye shall pray for them, and shall not cast them out; and if it so be that they come unto you oft ye shall pray for them unto … Continue reading I am the light which ye shall hold up
Lord of the Harvest
Yea, they shall not be beaten down by the storm at the last day; yea, neither shall they be harrowed up by the whirlwinds; but when the storm cometh they shall be gathered together in their place, that the storm cannot penetrate to them; yea, neither shall they be driven with fierce winds whithersoever the enemy listeth to carry them. But behold, they are in … Continue reading Lord of the Harvest
Grace
And if men [and women] come unto me I [Jesus] will show unto them their weakness. I give unto men [and women] weakness that they may be humble [like myself]; and my grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me [Jesus], then will I make weak things become strong unto … Continue reading Grace
Parent
And now, because of the covenant which ye have made [with Jesus] ye shall be called the children of Christ, his sons, and his daughters; for behold, this day he hath spiritually begotten you; for ye say that your hearts are changed through faith on his name; therefore, ye are born of him and have become his sons and his daughters. Mosiah 5:7 Behold, I … Continue reading Parent
Hopes of Glory 