The Articles of Faith / A Series of Lectures on the Principal Doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

by James E. Talmage

19. Show how the principle of common consent is observed in appointments to office within the Church.

LECTURE XII, ARTICLE 7.

Spiritual Gifts.

1. Show that the existence of spiritual gifts has ever been characteristic of the priesthood.

2. Give scriptural proof that such gifts will always be found in the Church.

3. What is a miracle?

4. Why are miracles called, by some, supernatural occurrences?

5. For what purpose are spiritual gifts manifested in the Church?

6. Show that miraculous manifestations are not an infallible indication of the operation of the priesthood.

7. Name the spiritual gifts specifically mentioned in the scriptures.