LUKE 24:50.—Prior to His final departure He "lifted up his hands and blessed" the twelve; also
JOHN 20:22.—He breathed on them and said, "Receive ye the Holy Ghost."
ACTS 2:2.—After the space of a few days, the Holy Ghost came. This interval is explained by the fact that it was necessary that Jesus should depart before the Holy Ghost could come. (John 16:7.)
DOC. AND COV. 33:11, 15.—Holy Ghost to be bestowed by laying on of hands.
5. Gifts and Operations of
JOHN 14:26.—He was to teach all things, and to bring to remembrance the teachings of Christ.
GAL. 5:22, 23.—The fruits of the Spirit are love, joy, peace, etc.
I COR. CHAP. 12.—The divers gifts of the Spirit are wisdom, knowledge, healing, etc. DOC. AND COV. 20:35.—Revelations may be given by the Holy Ghost.
DIVINE AUTHORITY.
The saving ordinances of the gospel must be administered by men holding the Priesthood, which is the authority of God delegated to man.