I wanna pose a question to all of you, that I have been asked SO many times. If we have the Bible, why do we need the Book of Mormon? Well, I wanna give you one of the many answers that I know for this question. I will do so by an illustration given by Elder Tad R. Callister.
"How many straight lines can you draw through a single point on a piece of paper? The answer is infinite. For a moment, suppose that single point represents the Bible and that hundreds of those straight lines drawn through that point represent different interpretations of the Bible and that each of those interpretations represents a different church.
What happens, however, if on that piece of paper there is a second point representing the Book of Mormon? How many straight lines could you draw between these two reference points: the Bible and the Book of Mormon? Only one. Only one interpretation of Christ’s doctrines survives the testimony of these two witnesses."
My friends, God doesn't want us to be confused about what is expected of us. There is but one way we follow the Son of the Living God. Only one Gospel of Jesus Christ. If God was casual or lenient about the scripture's interpretation, how easy would it be for the enemy of us all to carefully lead us away and grasp us with his everlasting chains?
"In the mouth of two or three witnesses (The Bible and the Book of Mormon) shall every word be established." (2 Cor. 13:1) The path has been marked. Marked, by the feet of Him who has trodden the wine press. With this duo, there are no questions as to where He walked.
I wanna hear some feedback so please, let me know what you think or if you have any questions!
Stay classy.
Elder Hill
For the full adress see http://www.lds.org/general-conference/2011/10/the-book-of-mormon-a-book-from-god?lang=eng
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