TrendZion

Passages drawn from the sermons and published works that carry this theme forward.

1. 1878·Lorenzo Snow·Apostle
   "2. Behold, I say unto you, were it not for the transgressions of my people, speaking concerning the church and not individuals, they might have been redeemed even now.
2. 1915·James E. Talmage·Apostle
   After His second ascension from among them, the spirit of prophecy was manifest among the people, and this extended even to children and babes, many of whom spake of marvelous things, as the Spirit gave them utterance. The Twelve entered upon their ministry with vigor, teaching all who would hear, and baptizing those who, through repentance, sought communion with the Church. Upon all who thus complied with the requirements of the gospel, the Holy Ghost was bestowed; and those so blessed lived together in love, and were called the Church of Christ.[1489]
3. 1946·George Albert Smith·Prophet
   We have a telegram from Tokyo, informing us that an inspirational conference is being held there today. It says there were 470 people in attendance. Think of it, way off in Japan, having a conference with 470 Latter-day Saints in attendance. I am assuming they are Latter-day Saints. Many of them are members of the armed forces and some other members of the Church.
4. 1952·Harold B. Lee·Apostle
   The music of the Church of the Air broadcast and also the Tabernacle Choir and Organ broadcast, Sunday morning was directed by J. Spencer Cornwall, Frank W. Asper was at the organ, and the spoken word was by Richard L. Evans.
5. 1963·Delbert L. Stapley·Apostle
   The question is often asked by those in transgression, whose sins are so serious that it is almost impossible for them to make proper amends, if the Church does not believe in forgiveness. The answer, of course, is: The Church does believe in the principle of forgiveness to those who repent of their sins, confess, and forsake them; and who can also make restitution to loved ones whose lives have been upset and their future livelihood and rightful opportunities jeopardized.
6. 1971·Joseph Fielding Smith·Prophet
   I know that Joseph Smith was and is a prophet; moreover, that this is the Lord’s church, and that the gospel cause shall roll forward until the knowledge of the Lord covers the earth as the waters cover the sea.