Study Guide for "Rejoice in the Gift of Priesthood Keys"

In this talk, President Russell M. Nelson discusses the importance and significance of priesthood keys in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He shares the historical events surrounding the restoration of these keys and emphasizes their unique role in the gospel of Jesus Christ. President Nelson also invites members to ponder the personal implications of these priesthood keys and their role in our eternal progression.

Before Reading

Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:

What are priesthood keys and why are they important?
What historical events are associated with the restoration of priesthood keys?
How do priesthood keys influence our lives and eternal progression?
What does President Nelson invite us to ponder about priesthood keys?
What are the blessings associated with the restoration of priesthood keys?

Topics

Understanding the Historical Significance of Priesthood Keys

President Nelson provides a historical overview of the restoration of priesthood keys, emphasizing their significance in the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He recounts the events that took place in the Kirtland Temple, including the visitations of Jesus Christ, Moses, Elias, and Elijah, during which these keys were conferred upon Joseph Smith.

The most important of these events occurred on Easter Sunday, April 3, 1836. On that day, Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery experienced a series of remarkable visitations.

The significance of these keys being returned to the earth by three heavenly messengers under the direction of the Lord cannot be overstated.

What events took place in the Kirtland Temple related to the restoration of priesthood keys?
Who were the heavenly messengers that visited Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery?
What keys were conferred upon Joseph Smith during these visitations?
How does understanding the historical events surrounding the restoration of priesthood keys impact your perspective on the Restoration of the gospel?
What can you do to deepen your understanding of the significance of these events?

Recognizing the Power and Authority of Priesthood Keys

President Nelson explains the authority and power of presidency that come with priesthood keys. He emphasizes that these keys govern how the priesthood of God may be used to bring about the Lord's purposes and bless all who accept the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.

Priesthood keys constitute the authority and power of presidency.

Priesthood keys govern how the priesthood of God may be used to bring about the Lord’s purposes and bless all who accept the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.

What do priesthood keys constitute?
How do priesthood keys govern the use of the priesthood of God?
How does understanding the power and authority of priesthood keys impact your view of the priesthood?
What can you do to better appreciate the blessings that come from the use of priesthood keys?

Pondering the Personal Implications of Priesthood Keys

President Nelson invites members to ponder the personal implications of priesthood keys. He emphasizes that these keys distinguish The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from any other organization on earth and influence not only our mortal lives, but also our eternal progression.

Consider how your life would be different if priesthood keys had not been restored to the earth.

Priesthood keys distinguish The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from any other organization on earth.

Why are priesthood keys unique to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
How might our lives be different if priesthood keys had not been restored?
How have priesthood keys influenced your personal life and spiritual progression?
What can you do to more fully appreciate and utilize the blessings made available through priesthood keys?

Rejoicing in the Restoration of Priesthood Keys

President Nelson expresses joy and gratitude for the restoration of priesthood keys. He highlights the blessings available to all of God's children through these keys and invites us to rejoice in their restoration.

Let us rejoice that priesthood keys are once again on the earth!

I invite you to consider carefully the following three statements: The gathering of Israel is evidence that God loves all of His children everywhere. The gospel of Abraham is further evidence that God loves all of His children everywhere. The sealing power is supernal evidence of how much God loves all of His children everywhere and wants each of them to choose to return home to Him.

Why should we rejoice in the restoration of priesthood keys?
What blessings are available to us because of the restoration of priesthood keys?
How can you better express gratitude for the restoration of priesthood keys?
What actions can you take to more fully partake of the blessings associated with priesthood keys?

Emphasizing the Importance of Temple Worship

President Nelson emphasizes the importance of temple worship in our spiritual growth and progression. He shares promises associated with temple worship, including receiving answers to prayers, personal revelation, greater faith, comfort, increased knowledge, and increased power.

Time in the temple will help you to think celestial and to catch a vision of who you really are, who you can become, and the kind of life you can have forever.

Nothing will help you more to hold fast to the iron rod than worshipping in the temple as regularly as your circumstances permit.

What are the promises associated with temple worship?
How does temple worship influence our spiritual growth and progression?
How have you personally experienced the blessings associated with temple worship?
What can you do to make temple worship a more regular and meaningful part of your life?