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Reveals the Gospel through Prophets in Every Dispensation
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Are God’s Representatives on Earth
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important way that God shows His love for us is by calling prophets, giving them priesthood authority, and inspiring them to speak for Him. Prophets are God’s representatives on earth. The Old Testament prophet Amos recorded that “the Lord God will do not
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of Jesus Christ. Prophets are special witnesses of Jesus Christ, testifying of Him as our Savior and Redeemer.
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Prophets receive direction from God to help us discern truth from error. They teach us to obey God’s commandments and to repent when we fall short. They denounce sin and warn of its consequences.
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teachings lift us toward God and help us receive the blessings He desires for us. Our greatest safety lies in following the word of the Lord given through His prophets.
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Authority. The current prophet is the presiding priesthood holder on the earth. The priesthood is the authority and power of God. The prophet has the authority to speak and act in God’s name for the salvation of His children.
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Direction. The Church of Jesus Christ is built on the foundation of prophets and apostles (see Ephesians 2:19–20; 4:11–14).
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was the first prophet on the earth. God revealed the gospel of Jesus Christ to him and gave him priesthood authority. Adam and Eve taught their children these truths and encouraged them to develop faith and to live the gospel.
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the posterity of Adam and Eve rebelled and turned away from the gospel. This led to a condition called apostasy, or a falling away. When widespread apostasy occurs, God withdraws His priesthood authority, which is necessary to teach and administer the ord
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Old Testament records many instances of widespread apostasy. To end these periods, God reached out to His children by calling another prophet. He revealed the truths of the gospel anew to these prophets and gave them priesthood authority. Some of these pr
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