“The Desert Shall Rejoice, and Blossom as the Rose”
Setting the Capstone of the Salt Lake Temple, 6 April 1892
Deep in the ground underneath the temple is a strong foundation of stone blocks. The foundation has supported this magnificent temple for over 150 years.
Like buildings, our lives require strong foundations. This lesson discusses the building of the Salt Lake Temple and the efforts of the pioneers to colonize their new home and spread the gospel. It also discusses some of the foundation principles upon which the early Saints built their lives and how we can learn from their examples.
OVERVIEW:
Reading assignment: Our Heritage,pages 81–96.
- “Right here will stand the temple of our God.”
- The Saints were obedient as they settled and colonized the Salt Lake Valley and the surrounding areas.
- Missionaries made sacrifices to teach the gospel throughout the world.
Here is the handout for this week’s lesson: D&C-Church History Lesson 36.
pax vobiscum
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