Joseph Fielding Smith, Chapter 17, Sealing Power & Temple Blessings

This Sunday we will discuss the coming of that great prophet Elijah, when he appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery in the newly dedicated Kirtland Temple. 

• Why was Elijah, one of the very first heavenly visitors sent after the temple had been completed? 
• What is the “Spirit of Elijah” that is often referred to in the context of that appearance? 
• Have you personally felt that spirit in your life? 
• Joseph Fielding Smith says that the “Spirit of Elijah” is important – but there is something far more important – what is that?
• The restoration of the sealing power to the earth, prevents the whole earth from being utterly wasted at the Savior’s 2nd coming – what does that mean?

This lesson, compiled from Joseph Fielding Smith’s teachings, is so powerfully presented -- please read through it and then bring your manuals or devices so that we can re-read some passages together. 

Remember, the whole destiny of the earth depends on each of us doing our part! 

Love, 

Karen Bateman