Why would the church allow mcconkies mormon doctrine to. Read salvation story from the handbook of doctrine for a more indepth look at the doctrines we believe that the scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by inspiration of god, and that they, only, constitute the divine rule of christian faith. Dec 16, 2009 i have been to the salvation army, they are so down to earth. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Citing poor sales, deseret book opted in 2010 to cease printing mormon doctrine. The book of mormon speaks of salvation in 2 nephi 2. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon teacher manual. Mcconkie was a seventy, a position of authority in the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, but lower in authority than an apostle or prophet. They knew our structures and methods, our doctrines and policies. The source to which they appeal for salvation is known as, doctrines and covenants. Missionaries all wear ties for example and tucked in white shirts. This book explores the relevance and contribution of these historic doctrines for the present. What was the nature of our life in the preexistence and. In the church of jesus christ of latterday saints also known as the mormon church, the term salvation means, to be saved from both physical and spiritual death.
They have served us well for over 120 years, however they are at risk of not serving the purpose for which they are there for. Preaching a disturbing gospel it is written sermons that illuminate. Its mission is to preach the gospel of jesus christ and to meet human needs in his name without discrimination. Salvationism is an expression of the gospel invented by god and entrusted to. For further information, download the salvation army handbook of doctrine. Its mission is to preach the gospel of jesus christ and to meet human. Cork bible institute page 5 the doctrine of salvation i. I welcome warmly this reissued, singlevolume edition of the salvation army handbook of doctrine. Subsequent revised editions appeared in 1925, 1927 and 1935, with reprints or new impressions appearing in 1940, 1955, 1960, 1961 and 1964. Isbn 9780854123872 9780854123872 softcover, salvation army, international headquarters, 1982. The history of salvation army doctrine 35 as follows recorded in this article for immediate comparison with the sevenpoint statement. Doctrines of salvation volume 1 joseph fielding smith.
This work on mormon doctrine is designed to help persons seeking salvation to gain that knowledge of god and his laws without which they cannot hope for an inheritance in the celestial city. Salvation armys witness to the christian gospel, showing how they are rooted in the. We believe that the scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by inspiration of god, and that they only constitute the. We must truly become a new being through the atonement of. This compilation of groundbreaking book of mormon articles is selected from over fifty years of lds scholarship published by byu studies. A comparison of book of mormon, bible, and traditional teachings on the doctrines of salvation.
This is a copy of the latest handbook of doctrine with commentary on each of our eleven doctrines issued by the salvation army. Mormon doctrine teaches that little children under the age of eight years old, and others who are mentally incapable of discerning good from evil or understanding the mechanics of repentance, are saved through the atonement of jesus christ and exalted. Mormons, members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, find several scriptures in the book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants a collection of modern revelations that indicate that salvation is free. Traditionally, christian churches have believed that salvation comes through the grace of god but that god expects us to demonstrate our faith by performing good works, including baptism. We believe that the scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by inspiration of god, and that they only constitute the divine rule of christian faith and practice. We are indebted to the international doctrine council for most helpful work. The salvation army is a protestant denomination of the christian church. Comparing mormon and biblical doctrines about salvation.
These examples above are a few of the obvious examples of the need for the doctrines of the salvation army to be updated. We believe that the scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by. Salvation army doctrines as set out in schedule 1 of the salvation army act 1980 1. Doctrinesofsalvationvolume3josephfieldingsmith identifierark ark. Pursuant to its founders social project, the salvation army theology borrows from. Jesus created satan lucifer the apostles of biblical times teach that jesus is creator of all. It was intended primarily for a latterday saint audience and is often used as a reference book by church members because of its comprehensive nature. We believe that there is only one god, who is infinitely perfect, the creator. The salvation army was raised up by god who then entrusted salvationism to it. Mcconkie was an associate professor of ancient scripture at brigham young university when this was published. Doctrines of salvation, volume i3, is an authoritative work, written by the most outstanding scholar of the gospel in the church containing a wealth of explanations about a vast array of gospel topics, many of which can not be found in other sources. It thoroughly explores the 11 biblically based salvation army articles of christian faith doctrines, discussing the bible, god, the creation and care of the world, jesus christ, humanitys relationship with god and the eternal life to come. They have served us well for over 120 years, however they are at risk of not serving the purpose for which they are there for namely, point to the truth. This volume features articles that look at doctrines in the book of mormon, including resurrection, the allegory of the olive tree, and the appearance of jesus christ to the brother of jared.
List of books and articles about salvation army online. The mormon church teaches that the gospel consists of christs redemptive work plus our obedienceto laws, principles, ordinances, and rites. Salvation armys most popular book is the salvation army. Different christian religions believe different things about the requirements for salvation. The bottomline guide to mormonism the mormon view of salvation. In this sense, salvation is conditionaldependent on faith and the works required in the mormon religion. Major lorne is presenting a new sermon series in the winter of 2014 regarding the eleven doctrines of the salvation army. A new handbook of salvation army doctrine was prepared under the direction. Doctrines of salvation volume3josephfieldingsmith identifierark ark. Furthermore, the bible, book of mormon, doctrine and covenants and pearl of great price do not mention heavenly mothers. The salvation army handbook of doctrine the salvation army on. I do not take the entire book as hard doctrinal fact, however, but consider it a good book to read from and learn from, with a clear understanding that some of the information might be personal opinion of the author. Doctrinesofsalvationvolume1josephfieldingsmith identifierark ark.
The book delves into political theology within a christian or jewish context. Mar 14, 2014 the salvation army hand book of doctrine 1. Is it possible that we, too, can become like god, that we can become god. Mormon doctrine originally subtitled a compendium of the gospel is an encyclopedic work written in 1958 by bruce r. The salvation army handbook of doctrine hardcover 1822. The very word carries with it a twofold implication. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. However, there are those who strongly disagree with him.
A comparison of book of mormon, bible, and traditional. The mormon view of salvation the bottomline guide to. The very first doctrine book, entitled the doctrines and discipline of the salvation army, was prepared by general william booth for use at the training homes in 1881. Add an authoritative source on issues frequently discussed today. Faith in jesus christ is understood to include acceptance of his latterday prophets and apostles joseph smith and successors and the additional testament he has given the book of mormon as well as the old testament and the new testament. The same year saw the publication of the first book of salvation army music. You can read the book of mormon till you are blind and not find their doctrine of salvation in it. The first doctrine book was prepared by general william. The biblical gospel is salvation by grace alone to eternal life as glorified creatures. Mormonism widens the number of people who might obtain this spiritual salvation by teaching that those who never heard the lds gospel in this life most of humanity may accept it in the spirit realm. The church has confined the sources of doctrine by which it is willing to be bound before the world to the things that god has revealed, and which the church has officially accepted, and those alone. The mormon people though, dress fancy and stuff like their going to a expensive dinner party all the time. Doctrines of the salvation army doctrine 1 we believe that the scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by inspiration of god, and that they only constitute the divine rule of christian faith and practice.
Salvation army has 51 books on goodreads with 2 ratings. Salvation means to successfully set free, release, rescue, liberate someone or something from impending danger. There are a few other official pronouncements by mormon officials that deal. Articles of faith which, since 1878, have been the basis of the salvation armys witness to the christian gospel. As set out in schedule 1 of the salvation army act 1980 we believe that the scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by inspiration of god, and that they only constitute the divine rule of christian faith and practice. We believe that the scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by inspiration of god, and. The book of mormon helps us understand that it is grace that saves us, after all we can do, and the book of mormon emphasizes that good works are necessary, but not sufficient, to gain salvation.
In johns gospel they are presented as signs which show forth the glory of god john 2. Despite deseret book s claim that the decision was based on declining sales, some observers opined that the move was because of the book s uncompromising presentation of controversial mormon ideas from which the church is attempting to distance itself. I think the salvation army is a great organization but it would be hard to argue that the salvation army does more than the lds church. Salvation armys most popular book is the salvation army handbook of doctrine. Read salvation story from the handbook of doctrine for a more indepth look at the doctrines. There is also a state of no salvation described there. The official mormon doctrine comes neither from the bible, nor from the book of mormon. Accounting, capitalism and the revealed religions pp. What important mormon doctrines are taught in the book of. A new handbook of salvation army doctrine, prepared under the direction of general bramwell booth, was published in 1922. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. The salvation army handbook of doctrine provides the foundational spiritual basis for the good works of the salvation army. Doctrines of salvation volume 3 joseph fielding smith.
The salvation army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal christian church. The very first doctrine book, entitled the doctrines and. A chief source of doctrine for the mormon church has been the book titled mormon doctrine by the late bruce r. As set out in schedule 1 of the salvation army act 1980. The salvation army hand book of doctrine slideshare. Mcconkie, a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. The book of mormon, the book of abraham, the pearl of great price, doctrines and covenants. Early beliefs of the salvation army were influenced by a book. These would include the bible, the book of mormon, the doctrine and covenants. The salvation army and answers many fre quently asked. Our doctrines affirm the revealed truth of holy scripture. Though the concept of works was challenged by some of the reformers, most protestant churches nevertheless continue to admonish good works and to practice baptism and confirmation. Red vinyl like paperback book about 5 x 8 with 195 pages. According to doctrine of the latter day saint movement, the plan of salvation also known as the plan of happiness is a plan that god created to save, redeem, and exalt humankind, through the atonement of jesus christ.
The beliefs of the army as set forth in the handbook of salvation army doctrine 1926 generally agree with those of most protestant evangelical denominations, but the sacraments of baptism and the lords supper are not considered essential to salvation and are not practiced. Continuing revelation is necessary to keep men on the path to salvation. The mormon doctrine of salvation involves not only faith in christ, but baptism by immersion, obedience to the teaching of the mormon church, good works and keeping the commandments of god which will cleanse away the stain of sin, journal of discourses, volume 2, page 4. Many articles we currently have in the bible dictionary either are taken exactly from, or close to, the entries from mormon doctrine. Doctrines of the salvation army the salvation army. Books by salvation army author of the salvation army. Aug 30, 2009 these examples above are a few of the obvious examples of the need for the doctrines of the salvation army to be updated.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of jesus christ and to meet. For this reason, the church does not practice infant baptism. Aug 26, 20 in this sense, salvation is conditionaldependent on faith and the works required in the mormon religion. Great emphasis is placed on the experience of salvation and purity of. Smith, in his writings, elucidated on many of the mormon doctrine and core truths of the restored gospel. All other chapter headings were provided by the church for the 1981 edition.
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