What is the Book of Mormon?
Like the Bible, the Book of Mormon is a volume of holy scripture and a record of God’s dealings with ancient inhabitants of the Americas. It teaches about Jesus, contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel, and answers many essential questions. Most importantly, it is to convince the Jew and Gentile that Jesus is the Christ, the Eternal God, manifesting himself until all nations.
Holy Scripture
God’s people have always been taught by living prophets, and the words of those prophets have been written down in holy scriptures. Like us today, the women and men of those times struggled with temptation, searched for wisdom, and led happier lives when they followed the teachings of Jesus Christ. We can recognize ourselves in their stories—inspired and inspiring spiritual records. The Book of Mormon is evidence that God loves all His children and is involved in their lives. It serves as a witness to the truths in the Bible and to the divinity and teachings of Jesus Christ.
Answers to Questions
The Book of Mormon can help us understand the essential questions that we all have at some point:
- Is there life after death?
- What’s waiting for us on the other side?
- What is the purpose of life?
- How can I find happiness and peace now?
- Does God know me and hear my prayers?
- How can I avoid sin and learn to truly repent?
