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   Why did Jesus call Joseph Smith a prophet?

   • The Lord Jesus Christ called Joseph Smith as a prophet to prepare the way for His coming in glory. Joseph Smith’s life is a testimony to the reality of that calling. “I was called of my Heavenly Father to lay the foundation of this great work and kingdom in this dispensation, and testify of His revealed will to scattered Israel.”

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   Why did Joseph Smith choose a church?

   • Those who receive the Prophet’s testimony by the power of the Holy Ghost will know the truth of the work he was called to do. They can also know the peace and happiness that come through the Savior Jesus Christ, whom Joseph Smith worshipped and served. While deciding which church to join, Joseph turned to the Bible for guidance.

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   What did Joseph Smith do?

   • This is the simple, direct testimony of Joseph Smith, giving some of the events that led to the Restoration of the gospel and the founding of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For a more complete account of Joseph Smith’s story, see Joseph Smith—History in the Pearl of Great Price or History of the Church, 1:2–79.

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   What did Joseph Smith say about his life?

   • Joseph Smith’s life is a testimony to the reality of that calling. “I was called of my Heavenly Father to lay the foundation of this great work and kingdom in this dispensation, and testify of His revealed will to scattered Israel.” This Is My Beloved Son. Hear Him!

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   How did Joseph work in the Church of Jesus Christ?

   • From that day, Joseph labored in God’s service, working to establish The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and to build up God’s kingdom on earth in the latter days. Faithful members of the Church witness that Jesus Christ is the Savior and Redeemer of the world. Jesus directs His Church today through revelation to a prophet on the earth.

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   Why did God send Moroni to Joseph Smith?

   • Three years after Joseph Smith’s First Vision, God sent the angel Moroni to instruct Joseph about restoring the gospel of Jesus Christ. Persecution continued as Joseph refused to deny that he had seen God. On September 21, 1823, after retiring to bed, Joseph prayed to know his standing before the Lord. The angel Moroni appeared to him.

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2. www.britannica.com › biography › Joseph-SmithJoseph Smith | Biography & Facts | Britannica

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   Sep 11, 2024 · Joseph Smith, American prophet and founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Smith published the Book of Mormon in 1830 and shortly thereafter organized a small church of his first followers. Learn more about the life, writings, and legacy of Joseph Smith.

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   Joseph Smith Jr. (December 23, 1805 – June 27, 1844) was an American religious leader and the founder of Mormonism and the Latter Day Saint movement. Publishing the Book of Mormon at the age of 24, Smith attracted tens of thousands of followers by the time of his death fourteen years later.

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   Joseph Smith was foreordained 8 by God to restore His work from all previous dispensations. “Every man who has a calling to minister to the inhabitants of the world,” taught Joseph Smith, “was ordained to that very purpose in the Grand Council 9 of heaven before this world was.

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   Joseph Smith Was Called of God. The Lord Jesus Christ called Joseph Smith as a prophet to prepare the way for His coming in glory. Joseph Smith’s life is a testimony to the reality of that calling. “I was called of my Heavenly Father to lay the foundation of this great work and kingdom in this dispensation, and testify of His revealed will ...

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   Joseph Smith: A Prophet of God. When Joseph Smith was 14 years old, he wanted to know which church he should join, so he asked God in sincere prayer. In response to this prayer, God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, appeared to Joseph and told him the true Church of Jesus Christ was not on the earth and They had chosen Joseph to restore it ...

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   Life of the Prophet Joseph Smith. Foreordained of God. I Was Ordained to This Very Calling. A Christian Heritage. Born of Goodly Parents. Called of God. I the Lord . . . Called upon My Servant Joseph. Joseph and Emma. The Choice of My Heart. Prophet, Seer, and Revelator. Like unto Moses. Trials and Persecutions.

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   Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that God’s holy priesthood was restored in 1829 through the Prophet Joseph Smith. Learn more about important facts in the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.