Without Christ what were they, but unschooled Galileans, some of them fishermen, one a publican, the rest of undistinguished attainments, and all of them weak mortals? (Chapter 33: The Last Supper and the Betrayal) We are to study Him as the Creator of the world, as the Word of Power, through whom the purposes of the Eternal Father were realized in the preparation of the earth for the abode of His myriad spirit-children during the appointed period of their mortal probation. The spirit of the sacredness inherent in the subject has been a constant companion of the writer throughout his pleasing labor, and he reverently invokes the same as a minister to the readers of the volume. He shall present the glorified earth and its sanctified hosts, spotless and celestialized, unto the Father. Regarded solely as a historic personage He is unique. Mankind has never produced a leader to rank with Him. To the student of history this Man among men stands first, foremost, and alone, as a directing personality in the world’s progression. The book is published by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It presents, however, the writer’s personal belief and profoundest conviction as to the truth of what he has written. The author of this volume entered upon his welcome service under request and appointment from the presiding authorities of the Church and the completed work has been read to and is approved by the First Presidency and the Council of the Twelve. (“Official Announcement,” Improvement Era, vol. We desire that the work, ‘Jesus the Christ’ be read and studied by the Latter-day Saints. The sacred subject of our Savior’s life and mission is presented as it is accepted and proclaimed by the Church that bears his Holy Name. Glue-Ins (free printables for your scriptures)
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