Central States Mission:
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS,
302 South Pleasant Street, Independence, Missouri.
1910
NOTE—The elder, in the beginning of his studies and his presentation of the gospel, does not need a multitude of texts, which often lead to confusion, but a few strong, appropriate quotations under each topic, the references having as much as possible, a logical relationship to each other. It is earnestly suggested that the Scriptures in their fullness be carefully studied, for in no other way can the full meaning and true spirit of isolated texts be obtained. Missionaries, especially, should compile their own ready reference from their study of the Scriptures, for by so doing the texts and their arrangement become fixed in the mind. It is hoped that this outline will be a valuable help in this direction.
THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD.
1. A Knowledge of God Is Essential, for
JOHN 17:3.—"This is life eternal, that they might know thee, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent."
2. Personality of the Godhead—In the Godhead there are three personages—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. These are separate individuals, proved by
MATT. 3:16, 17.—The baptism of Jesus; the Father speaking from heaven; the sign of the Holy Ghost descending from above.