Section 35-37

So interesting fact I didn't know, 3 different people helped Joseph Smith with scribing while he was translating the bible! Sidney Rigdon is called in section 35, and he is told many wonderful things to inspire and comfort him. He gets to find out that he is like John the Baptist who prepared the way for Christ, he now has authority to baptize even (v4-6). 

Something that shocked me was that "there are none that forth good except those who are ready to receive the fullness of my gospel" (v12). Not only does that suggest that I'm doing good, but also that anyone who rejects the gospel yet still lives 'good' lives aren't so good at all! Crazy right? I can't say that for sure but that's what I saw it as.

I love that The Lord calls the weak, unlearned, and despised to be protected by Him while preaching the gospel to the poor and meek of the world (v13-15). It makes me hope that because I am weak, he will protect me! I won't fear any longer because I know that Christ is watching over his flock, and as long as I'm a part of the flock, I'm safe (v27). 

Another mission call goes to Edward Partridge and The Lord says that anyone who comes to accept the gospel will be sent to preach, which makes sense to me (36:5-7)! This great truth needs to be told to as many people as fast as possible! Missionary work started the day the church began and has never stopped growing!

In section 37, I find comfort in knowing The Lord is protecting His people by warning them if their enemies (v1). He gives this simple commandment to help with the safety of the church and let's them choose to follow His guidance (v4). What a great leader we have :)