Each time we encourage others to read the book of mormon, we do them a favor. Publication date 1997 topics church of jesus christ of latterday saints doctrines, mormon church. Considered a prophet, seer, and revelator by church members, hinckley was the oldest person to preside over the church in its history. This book is a collection of teachings by the current 2002 president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints gordon b. Hinckley, who served as president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints from march 12, 1995, to january 27, 2008. This truly is a season to be strong and to continue in the faith.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading teachings of presidents of the church. I have read the book of mormon, which he translated by the gift and power of god. Hinckley is the world leader of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Hinckley 1 we are to reach out to the world in missionary service, teaching all who will listen. Historical summary, teachings of presidents of the church.
Hinckley on the book of mormon i take in my hand the book of mormon. Hinckley 08862 to obtain copies of these books, go to a church distribution cen ter or visit store. Quotes that didnt make the cut in the manual teachings of. President hinckley s fellow servants in church leadership marveled at his gift for accumulating knowledge and applying it in his work. Jul 23, 2017 i would recommend before this the teachings or talk of gordon b. Hinckley, click here check out the 5part podcast series that originally aired january 9, 2017 part 1 part 2 part 3 part 4 part 5 since 1998, the lds church has published a church manual for the membership to study in the following year. Arranged alphabetically by topic for easy reference, the entries come from a variety of published and unpublished sources. He lives with his wife, marjorie pay hinckley, in salt lake city. During 2017, lds members will be studying the latest manual published by their church, teachings of presidents of the church. If you love hinckley, go a head and read it but if it isnt a priority, jump into his teachings and talks instead. We have a divine mandate to carry the gospel to every nation, kindred, tongue, and people. Some interior markings, in pen, pencil andor marker. Hinckleys book standing for something encouraged hope through 10 guiding principles.
Reaching out with love to new converts and lessactive members october 18, 2017 october 18, 2017 mormonbloke teachings of gordon b hinckley chapter 21. President hinckley often stressed our making the book of mormon part of our lives. If they read it prayerfully and with a sincere desire to know the truth, they will know by the power of the holy ghost that the book is true teachings of presidents of the church. Hinckley by gordon bitner hinckley, 1997, deseret book co. Hinckley challenge read the book of mormon in 97 days. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to. Each book of the series briefly compiles the teachings and sermons of one of the men who has served as president of the lds church. Hinckley, who served as president of the church of jesus christ of latterday. Virtuous living brings marvelous and wonderful blessings.
Hinckley is an allencompassing compendium of his greatest quotes spanning thirty years of service in the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Hinckley s teachings and testimony of the first vision part eighteen of a series compiled by dennis b. In hopes of giving you and your family quality, clean content to enjoy together, deseret book live. Jun 05, 2014 this is the entire episode of larry king live of when larry king interviewed gordon b. Hinckley book by clicking button below to visit the book download website.
Mar 25, 2020 teachings and testimony of the first vision. I have never met an individual who can become so well informed through reading and. Mar 28, 2017 when president hinckley chose, as a missionary, to lose himself in his work, he covenanted with the lord to lose himself in gods service, and to forget about what gordon hinckley wanted. Books in the teachings of presidents of the church series. The purpose of the book of mormon is to bolster our testimony that jesus is the christ, the son of the living god. What has he said to parents of the church, to youth, to students, to priesthood holders. Hinckley the following chronology provides a brief overview of major events in the life of president gordon b. Resource information the item teachings of gordon b. Hinckley represents a specific, individual, material embodiment of a distinct intellectual or artistic creation found in brigham young university. Hinckley about his influence in expanding the gospel of jesus christ to the corners of the earth. Hinckley from the worlds largest community of readers.
Hinckley 19102008, 15th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Hinckleys teachings and testimony of the first vision part eighteen of a series compiled by dennis b. Hinckley 08862 to obtain copies of these books, go to a church distribution center or visit store. Hinckley was such an amazing man and his teachings were prophetic, encouraging, and full of wisdom. Hinckley s teachings and testimony of the first vision. Books similar to teachings of presidents of the church. Brigham young 35554 teachings of presidents of the church. So many great quotes throughout this book about being grateful and making the best of your life as well as being the best you can be. Throughout his ministry, president hinckley emphasized the importance of the book of mormon. In august 2005, as president of the church, he challenged latterday saints to read the entire book before the end of the year. Abebooks, an amazon company, offers millions of new, used, and outofprint books.
We will evaluate this book regularly, chapter by chapter, by showing interesting quotes and providing an evangelical christian take on this manual. The teachings in this book are direct quotations from president gordon b. Hinckley, president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and prophet of the lord jesus christ. Hinckley counseled, let virtue be a cornerstone on which to build your lives.
Find books like teachings of presidents of the church. All the other things we turn to this book of scripture fordoctrine on faith, baptism, and so forthare all of lesser importance. Gordon bitner hinckley june 23, 1910 january 27, 2008 was an american religious leader and author who served as the 15th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church from march 12, 1995, until his death. Hinckley brings together in one volume a broad collection of the exhortations and insights of a great leader. Hinckley kindle edition by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Those of us who accepted and completed that challenge experienced the blessings of the spirit he promised us we would experience. Those writings and compilations have more application to your development than his biography. Teachings of presidents of the church is a series of books published by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Check out the 5part podcast series that originally aired january 9, 2017 part 1 part 2 part 3 part 4 part 5 since 1998, the lds church has published a church manual for the membership to study in the following year.
It is used for personal study and for melchizedek priesthood and relief society instruction. An amazing man whom i grew up listening to and still love hearingreading his words. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Hinckley by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints available from rakuten kobo. It was said of old, it was said by the savior, that in the mouths of two or more witnesses shall all things be established. Hinckleys teachings and testimony of the first vision part 18 of a series compiled by dennis b. Hinckley 1997, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Hardcover this book is a collection of teachings by the current 2002 president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints gordon b. He was 97 when he passed away, and we would like to celebrate his life and teachings by reading the book of mormon in 97 days. Nelsons invitation to participate in two worldwide fasts, people of other faiths joined together with members of our churchboth those who havent stepped foot in a church for years and those who attend every sundayto plead with heaven for relief from covid19. The series is not complete, with 15 books having been released by august 2016.
Hand in hand with the bible, the book of mormon testifies of jesus christ. There is nothing in all this world as magnificent as virtue. This item is available to borrow from 2 library branches. For members of the church, this is an essential book in understanding what our living prophet has to say, be it on abortion, baptism, or child abuse. As the bible is the testament of the old world, the book of mormon is the testament of the new. Horne as far as i can discover, it seems to me that president hinckley had more to say about joseph smiths first vision than any other modern prophet or apostle. The teachings found in this book about jesus christ are basic and easy to understand. Hinckley kindle edition teachings of presidents of the church. If you like motivational books written by a religious person, then you will love this book about the teachings of presidents of the church. During 2017, lds members will be studying the latest manual published by their church,teachings of presidents of the church.
Hales of the quorum of the twelve apostles observed. The books are also available in digital formats at and on the gospel library mobile application. Quotations from published sources have retained the punctuation, spelling, capitalization, and paragraphing of the original sources unless editorial or typographic changes have been necessary to improve readability. Some of his most memorable teachings during his ministry were around his belief that we need to stop seeking out the storms and enjoy more fully the sunlight. This book features the teachings of president gordon b. Joseph smith item number 36481 teachings of presidents of the church. Teachings of gordon b hinckley download pdfepub ebook. Lds living did you know deseret book will be featuring family friendly content over the next 10 days to help you get through social distancing. Apr 14, 2017 above all else, the book of mormon stands as a witness of jesus as the christ. It is used for personal study and for melchizedek priesthood and relief. This is the 15th in a series of books of the teachings of presidents of the church. President hinckley gave a challenge to the membership of the church to reread the book of mormon before the end of the year.