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Why should we follow the prophet?
The prophet is in direct contact with God, and through him truths and revelations are revealed to help us avoid unhappiness. They’ve been called to righteously guide and direct us—not just Latter-day Saints but everyone in the world. They instruct us, warn us, and share counsel from the Lord for our time.
Why is it important to know that God speaks to prophets?
Prophets receive direction from God to help people navigate challenges and situations. In the Bible, prophets urged the people to repent and foretold of the birth, death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Today, prophets continue to testify of Jesus. They also warn and advise all people about important topics.
What is a person who speaks for God called?
a person chosen to speak for God and to guide the people of Israel: Moses was the greatest of Old Testament prophets. (often initial capital letter) one of the Major or Minor Prophets.
What does it mean to follow the prophet?
Founder Joseph Smith took the title “prophet” and claimed divine messages, but also urged members to think for themselves and to ask God directly about the truth of various pronouncements. After all, Mormon children are taught to sing “Follow the Prophet” and are assured that he never will lead the church astray.
Why are prophets important LDS?
Prophets teach us God’s will and reveal His divine character. They are preachers of righteousness and denounce sin, and when inspired to do so, prophets foretell future events. Most importantly, prophets bear witness of Jesus Christ. With prophets to guide us, we can be sure of God’s will concerning us.
What was the main role of the prophets?
In religion, a prophet is an individual who is regarded as being in contact with a divine being and is said to speak on behalf of that being, serving as an intermediary with humanity by delivering messages or teachings from the supernatural source to other people.
Why do people continue to listen to you?
We’ve all known a teacher or professor that the only reason we continued to listen is because we had to. Or perhaps you’ve had a boss at work, and the only reason you listened was because you had no choice. This also takes place with church leaders, and pastors in particular.
Is it good to listen to one topic at a time?
As much as it is good for a speaker to be able to talk about one topic consistently and interestingly, it is even better for a listener to be able to listen about the same topic with full concentration. Only if you listen to what is being said with full concentration will you be able to glean the gist of it all. [7]
Is it true that most people listen with the intent to understand?
Stephen R Covey right said, “Most people listen with the intent to respond, not with the intent to understand.” If your mind is moving ahead to the response and not listening, well, you lose out. [4]
Why do some people have a hard time listening?
If you appear bored, listless and distracted while they are talking – you are not only reducing their morale but also curbing their speaking enthusiasm and affecting your own listening skills as well. Be active, be alert and be interested in what they are saying to get the best out of them and your listening skills as well.