Joseph smith

Joseph Smith was born in 1805 in Sharon, Vermont. At the time this narrative begins, he was 14 years old, living with his family in New York, and earnestly considering which church to join

Joseph Smith tells of his ancestry, family members, and their early abodes—An unusual excitement about religion prevails in western New York—He determines to seek wisdom as directed by James—The Father and the Son appear, and Joseph is called to his prophetic ministry. (Verses 1–20.)

Joseph Smith

“A religion that does not require the sacrifice of all things never has power sufficient to produce the faith necessary unto life and salvation.” . . . “It was through this sacrifice, and this only, that God has ordained that men should enjoy eternal life.” –The Prophet Joseph Smith [Lectures on Faith (1985), 69.] Learn more facebook.com/TheProphetJosephSmith. #ShareGoodness

Joseph Smith

Did you know Joseph Smith's famous leg surgery was the fourth in a series of surgeries? As we celebrate Joseph Smith's birthday, here's a list of 15 other interesting facts about Joseph Smith.

The jury is still out on whether Joseph Smith photographs exist. However, other historical items and accounts give us a fair idea of his appearance and, more importantly, his character.

When Moroni visited the boy Joseph Smith, he quoted Isaiah 11 and said it was about to be fulfilled. As such, many Latter-day Saints have viewed Joseph Smith as the “rod” and “root” of Jesse, and the Book of Mormon as the “ensign.” Thus, the Restoration was both prophesied in and influenced by the words of Isaiah. Fulfillment of Isaiah 11 signifies that we are in the last days, and must assist the Lord in his work of gathering Israel.