Entrance into the Kingdom of God
Bernard P. Brockbank October 1972 Friday Afternoon Session
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“For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.”
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Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”
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Again, Jesus Christ said, “… Trifle not with sacred things.
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“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
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“Touch me not, for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father, and your Father; and to my God,
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Jesus warned that not very many would find their way and prepare themselves to live in the kingdom of heaven.
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“These are they who are not valiant in the testimony of Jesus; wherefore, they obtain not the crown over the kingdom of our God.”
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Jesus said, “I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.”
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“But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.” (Matt.
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“For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.”
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All men should know what acts will keep them from entering the kingdom of heaven.
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Repentance makes it possible to cleanse the mind and body of these sins, except murder, and all other weaknesses, and to turn to the Lord’s way of life.
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“Behold, he who has repented of his sins, the same is forgiven, and I, the Lord, remember them no more.
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Jesus said, “Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God”
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verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God” (John 3:3); “Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit,
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In John 17, verse 3, another key is recorded by Jesus Christ: “… this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.”
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Jesus asked us to pray to our Father in heaven and to “seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness.” (Matt.
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I pray that we may do so, and close with this divine commandment: “… let virtue garnish thy thoughts unceasingly; then shall thy confidence wax strong in the presence of God.
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 12: Early Incidents in Our Lord’s Public Ministry
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- In this talk:
- Open paragraph (Matt. 4:17)
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Leaving Jerusalem, Jesus and His disciples went into the rural parts of Judea, and there tarried, doubtless preaching as opportunity was found or made; and those who believed on Him were baptized.a The prominent note of His early public utterances was that of His forerunner in the wilderness: “Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”b The Baptist continued his labors; though doubtless, since his recognition of the Greater One for whose coming he had been sent to prepare, he considered t...
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 21: The Apostolic Mission, and Events Related Thereto
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- In this talk:
- Open paragraph (Eph. 2:8)
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- Open paragraph (Eph. 2:8; 1)
Faith a Gift of God.—“Though within the reach of all who diligently strive to gain it, faith is nevertheless a divine gift, and can be obtained only from God (Matt.
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 24: From Sunshine to Shadow
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- Open paragraph (John 20:17)
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The money was to be paid, not because it could be rightfully demanded of Jesus, but lest non-payment give offense and furnish to His opponents further excuse for complaint.
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 25: Jesus Again in Jerusalem
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- Open paragraph (John 8:12)
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Sitting within the temple enclosure in the division known as the Treasury, which was connected with the Court of the Women,y our Lord continued His teaching, saying: “I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.”z The great lamps set up in the court as a feature of the joyful celebration just ended gave point to our Lord’s avowal of Himself as the Light of the World.
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 26: Our Lord’s Ministry in Perea and Judea
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- Open paragraph (Matt. 7:13)
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Continuing His journey toward Jerusalem, Jesus taught in many of the cities and towns of Perea.
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 29: On to Jerusalem
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- Open paragraph (John 8:12)
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The voice was real; it was no subjective whisper of comfort to the inner consciousness of Jesus, but an external, objective reality.
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 3: The Need of a Redeemer
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- Open paragraph (1 Cor. 15:22)
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As the penalty incident to the fall came upon the race through an individual act, it would be manifestly unjust, and therefore impossible as part of the divine purpose, to make all men suffer the results thereof without provision for deliverance.l Moreover, since by the transgression of one man sin came into the world and death was entailed upon all, it is consistent with reason that the atonement thus made necessary should be wrought by one.m “Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the wo...
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 32: Further Instruction to the Apostles
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- Open paragraph (Matt. 25:1)
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To more indelibly impress upon the apostles, and, through their subsequent ministry, upon the world, the absolute need of unceasing watchfulness and unwavering diligence in preparation for the coming of the Lord in judgment, Jesus depicted in parables the prospective condition of mankind in the last times.
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 35: Death and Burial
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- Open paragraph (Luke 23:42)
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Then one of the crucified thieves, softened into penitence by the Savior’s uncomplaining fortitude, and perceiving in the divine Sufferer’s demeanor something more than human, rebuked his railing fellow, saying: “Dost not thou fear God, seeing thou art in the same condemnation?
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 37: The Resurrection and the Ascension
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- Open paragraph (John 20:17)
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When Cleopas and his companion reached Jerusalem that night, they found the apostles and other devoted believers assembled in solemn and worshipful discourse within closed doors.
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The Articles of Faith
Article 1
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- Open paragraph (D&C 121:45)
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“Virtue is akin to holiness, an attribute of godliness.
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Jesus the Christ
Chapter 33: The Last Supper and the Betrayal
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