Publisher's Synopsis
A Marvelous Work and a Wonder is a book about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, written by LeGrand Richards. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history, teachings, and beliefs of the LDS Church, also known as the Mormon Church. It covers the life of Joseph Smith, the founding prophet of the Church, and the development of the Church from its early days in upstate New York to its current global presence. The book also discusses the fundamental doctrines of the Church, including the belief in modern-day revelation, the importance of family, and the role of Jesus Christ in the plan of salvation. A Marvelous Work and a Wonder is a seminal work in Mormon literature and is widely regarded as a classic in the genre. It is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the beliefs and practices of the LDS Church.1950. Richards, a Presiding Bishop and Ordained One of the Twelve Apostles, offers an outline prepared to assist missionaries in their study and presentation of the gospel in a systematic and logical manner. Contents: The Position of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; The Visit of the Father and the Son; Personality of the Father and the Son; False Doctrines and Universal Apostasy; A Marvelous Work and a Wonder to Come Forth; The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon; The Book of Mormon Fulfills Bible Prophecies; Evidences of the Divinity of the Book of Mormon; Restoration of Priesthood Authority; The Ordinance of Baptism; The Mission of the Holy Ghost; Setting up the Kingdom of God Upon the Earth; The Mission of Elijah; Marriage for Time and for All Eternity; The Gathering of Israel; Israel in the Latter Days; The Coming of Elias; The True Church, A Missionary Church; Fundamental Differences Between Salvation and Exaltation; Whence Cometh Man?; Why Is Man Here?; Where Is Man Going?; The Sabbath Day; Predestination and Foreordination; The Word of Wisdom; The Law of Tithing; and By Their Fruits Ye Shall Know Them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.