[MEGoody]

Early Church history shows that the Prophet Joseph Smith came to know of these saving principles in at least three ways: (1) from heavenly messengers, (2) from the consequences of some unwise decisions, (3) from his translation of ancient scripture, and (4) from frequent divine inspiration. It was a careful schooling, prepared and profound.

Interesting that no where in that list is "reading the bible."

[Paragon Defender]

Interesting that no where in that list is “reading the bible.”

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That’s exactly what started it all.

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