If I know anything about Joseph, this man KNEW how to receive revelation from the Lord.
So, let’s take a master class from him, alright?
D&C 127 and 128 give us five principles for how Joseph received revelation:
First, Joseph knew that revelation takes time and comes little bit by little bit.
“I will write the word of the Lord from time to time” (D&C 127:10)
Second, Joseph knew he would receive revelation by pondering the subjects God was pointing his mind and spirit toward.
“I now resume the subject of the baptism for the dead, as that subject seems to occupy my mind and press itself upon my feelings the strongest” (D&C 128:1)
Third, Joseph was in the scriptures.
In these sections, he quoted five different scriptures from the Bible and talked freely about them, making connections between the glimpses of doctrine being taught.
“As you will find recorded in Revelation 20:12…” (D&C 128:6)
Fourth, Joseph knew that he would continue to receive revelation that would clarify and adjust what he had previously received.
“I have a few additional views in relation to this matter, which I now certify” (D&C 128:2)
And fifth, he praised the Lord constantly as he received revelation, always bringing his mind back to gratitude for what he had been given.
“Let the mountains shout for joy, and all ye valleys cry aloud; and all ye seas and dry lands tell the wonders of your Eternal King!” (D&C 128:23)
What a cool master class in receiving revelation, right?
What stood out to you as you read Joseph’s own words in Sections 127-128?
And how can you do better at inviting and receiving personal revelation from the Lord?
Happy Studying!
-Cali Black
