LESSON XXIV.
(Scripture Reading Exercise.)
THE PROPHET JOSEPH SMITH ON THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY GHOST.[A]
ANALYSIS. | REFERENCES. |
I. Conflicting Opinions of Men on the Subject, Due to the Absence of Revelation. | The citations of Scripture in the body of this lesson. |
II. Extravagant Expectations Reproved. | |
III. All the Gifts Distributed Within the Church. | |
IV. Manifestation of Spiritual Gifts Not Always Outwardly Discernable. | |
V. Admonition as to Seeking Spiritual Gifts. |
[Footnote A: The matter used in the "Discussion" is an editorial from the Times and Seasons of the 15th of June, 1842; and if not written by the Prophet was at least published with his sanction and approval. In his Journal History, the Prophet introduces the article as follows: "Issued an editorial on the 'Gift of the Holy Ghost,' as follows." (History of the Church, Vol. V, p. 26, et seq.) The side headings are not part of the original editorial.]
SPECIAL TEXT: "Follow after charity, desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye prophesy." (Paul—I Cor. xiv:1.)